Intermediate Apprentice Level Training: 2024
In Person Retreat Registration| Boulder,CO| December 4-8, 2024
Your fees cover the cost for snacks, tea, coffee, two fully catered meals, supplies, ritual materials. There is a small non-refundable deposit to cover processing fees if you must cancel your participation in the retreat.
Retreat Location:
Shambhala Center | 1345 Spruce St, Boulder
The Shambhala center, located in the heart of downtown Boulder is the perfect urban retreat setting. The center is a landmark for Buddhist practice in the US, with plenty of restaurants, shops, and hotels nearby to allow for easy access and walking.
The Pearl Street Mall (also referred to as Pearl Street, or Downtown Boulder) is a four-block pedestrian mall in Boulder, Colorado. The pedestrian area stretches from 11th Street to 15th Street along Pearl Street.
Enjoy a walk along Boulder Creek Path
SHAMBHALA CENTER, DOWNTOWN BOULDER
Important Retreat Information
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Fly to Denver International Airport (DIA)
Boulder is located 45 minutes from DIA.
Fly into Denver International Airport (DIA). If you prefer not to take an Uber, Lyft, Taxi, or Limo her are a list of Shuttle services.
SHUTTLES:
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Accommodations
HOTELS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE:
In no particular order:
Hotel Boulderado: 2 minute walk
St. Julian Hotel and Spa: 11 minute walk
Embassy Suites Hilton: 26 minute walk
Hilton Garden Inn: 28 minute walk
Boulder Marriott: 28 minute walk
Residence Inn Marriott: 52 minute walk
Basecamp Boulder: 19 minute walk
Boulder Guest House: 21 minute walk
Hyatt Place Boulder: 36 minute walk
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Arrival/Departure & Daily Schedule
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIMES?
Plan to arrive in Denver the day before the retreat on Decembe 3rd, and depart on December 9th. The retreat itself will take place from December 4th in the morning, and end with a party/gathering on December 8th, so it may be a late night. The retreat will be held at the Boulder Shambhala Center, 1345 Spruce Street, Boulder, CO.
December 3rd:
Students arrive in Denver, travel to Boulder, and get settled in their Air bib or hotel room.
December 4-8:
9-11am: Morning Session 1
11:00-11:15am: Break
1:15-1:15pm: Morning Session 2
1:15-2:45pm: Lunch Break
2:45-4:00pm: Afternoon Session 1
4:00-4:15: Break
4:15-5:30: Afternoon Session 2
*December 4th Evening: Opening Party at the Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse 1770 13th St, Boulder 5-9pm
*December 8th Evening: Closing Party at T/aco 1175 Walnut St, Boulder. 5-9pm
December 9th: Students Depart Denver and return home
What should you bring?
Main Lesson Books & Art Supplies
Any meaningful sacred objects to add to altar
Laptop computer (optional)
Hiking/Walking Shoes
Meditation Shawl
Warm jacket. Dress in layers. Wear comfortable clothes for sitting.
Water Bottle (drink a lot of water: you’re a Mile High)
Hat (it’s sunny in Boulder)