I learned about the Shambhala Center through a meditation class I'd taken at the Decatur Y. It's a…read moregreat place to quiet your mind. MEDITATION Meditation relieves stress by focusing attention inward to induce a state of deep relaxation. Evidence shows it relieves anxiety, pain and depression. SHAMBHALA/MEMBERSHIP The community practices the teachings of basic goodness. Members "make a connection to mindfulness-awareness practice and work to integrate it into daily life." Volunteers conduct most activities. Dues, donations and program fees sustain the center. Membership is voluntary and open to anyone from any background, culture or faith. No-one is excluded because of money. SPACE Across from the Suburban Plaza, the beautiful main meditation hall is surrounded by a few smaller cottages for retreats, meetings and admin space. Parking is free. The lobby welcomes you with tea, coffee, cookies and warm faces. There's a cubby room for coats and shoes, going shoeless isn't required. There are cozy rooms with pillows on the floor. The Shrine Room is for open house & large classes. OPEN HOUSE Free! 9:30am Sundays and 7pm Tuesdays in person and via zoom. Chant at 9:30am, meditate at 10am, discuss at 11:30am. Drop in or leave at any time. PROGRAMS/INCLUSION There are a variety for classes for vows, beginners etc. Some last a few hours, others 6 weeks. Cost - $0 to $100+ but a discount can be requested. There's an online class open to people of color every 2nd Monday at 7pm. The Queer Dharma LGBTQ-QIA2 Sangha is a community of meditation practice founded & hosted by LGBTQ. One Breath, not affiliated with Shambhala, is a "Buddhist-flavored" meeting 3x per week for those in recovery. MY EXPERIENCE I took the 3 hour $20 "Start, Restart Your Meditation Practice Class" for newbies, bring a friend for free. I sipped tea, made small talk and entered the warm and inviting Shrine Room. There was plenty of natural light with cushions, chairs, blankets and good energy. Seasoned instructor Valerie was funny and relaxed. We learned breath, posture, where to place our hands etc. We did seated and walking meditations and even went outside. There were lots of breaks to ask questions and each meditation was 2 - 10 minutes, perfect for beginners. SUM Shambhala is a wonderful place to learn and to practice meditation. Check out the website, drop in to Open House and take a class. You don't have to be Buddhist, the center is free and welcoming to all!

Great place to visit, meditate, learn, and engage with people. The Shambhala Meditation Center of…read moreAtlanta welcomes all. Come just for a vist; come join our vibrant sangha.

This is a beautiful facility. I wanted to take pictures but was afraid to ask. I feel like they may…read morewant the facility to remain private and special to its guest. But I will ask next time I visit. While meditation is a technique practiced mostly by Buddhist, its popularity has grown over the years due to the health benefits it brings. Nowadays many people who are not a part of the Buddhist community practice this form of mind decluttering. If you are into natural medicines I recommend checking them out https://meditationingeorgia.org. Meditation is known to alleviate stress, anxiety, improve your attention span and mental heath, and many more. What I like about Kadampa is that they offer a slew of class & events to enlighten you about the practice. Also, every Friday at 6:30pm they host a Free Meditation & Dinner Social event; every Saturdays at 8:00am they host Free Meditations in the Park-which is currently being held inside the facility due to the weather.

Buddhism presents many a conundrum. As far as I understand it, part of Buddhist philosophy espouses…read morethat no one is better than anyone else, and that there is no good or evil. Thus, I guess, no better and worse. So, to tell you that this place is fabulous might be a bit anti-Buddhist. Good thing for you, I'm not far enough along my path to make those judgments. If you're looking for a safe and inviting place, that is, nonetheless, serious about Buddhist studies, this is a fantastic place. Sunday morning "classes" (they are not referred to as "services"), are open to anyone, and involve meditation, followed by a lesson offered by Gen Kelsang Mondrub is a close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Gen Mondrub is humble, often referencing his own challenges and fallibility, while offering wise, accessible, and inspirational lessons. A childrens' class is offered next door, offering genuine Buddhist teachings in a manner accessible to little ones (with time for coloring and arts and crafts thrown in, too.) Parents can stay with their children or go to the adult class. The center also runs the absolutely delightful vegetarian Buddhist cafe down the street-- the World Peace Cafe. But, as Buddha said, "Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who said it, no matter if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense. "

"Na-imma-stay-home is what I wanted to do for a 9am yoga class. However, I'm on day 4 of my workout…read morejourney and couldn't quit because of pure laziness! The studio is in a shopping center with plenty of parking. I know some people take it as a sign from the universe to go home when they can't find parking, but that's not an issue here. Despite the map, I felt pretty lost--if you search for 'confusion' on a gif page, my face will be the first to pop up! Thankfully, a helpful lady and gentleman guided me in the right direction. The place is tranquil and pretty. The teacher was nice, and it was just me and her becoming one with our center. The hour-long class flew by. I had a great time and highly recommend it. Namaste."

Thank you so much for such an amazing experience!! I truly needed this. If you're a mommy on the go…read morein search of a self care getaway, this is the place to go!! Angela Renae

As an optional course to the Balance Conference of Women Physicians, the Vedic Meditation 4-day…read morecourse was presented by Dr. Wener. Although there were only the three who attended, it allowed the workshop to be intimate and we were able to share our experiences as we would meditate together, and learn about how this effortless meditation can change our lives. It was excellent, and she gave us a wonderful discount to start our lives onto a path that ultimately leads to better health for ourselves and those around us. Prior meditation methods were helpful, but after a week, I lost my motivation and drive to continue this helpful daily routine. She is highly recommended.

Jill is a patient and precise mediation teacher. She is adept at answering any issues or questions…read moreyou may have.

ONE major thing you have to know about this place. The address on Yelp is not its physical…read morelocation, but the location of the mailbox the owner keeps. The owner for whatever reason doesn't want to know the location of the studio to the public except to clients. Basically, read the text message she sends, and it should be in Virginia-Highlands area. If you are going near Trader Joe's, you are in the wrong location. HOWEVER... I am giving 5 stars despite that inconvenience because of how amazing the massage experience is. I have been getting massages since I was a teen and Krista is probably the 2nd best massage I have ever received period. As someone who does a lot of sports stuff, I need regular massages monthly, and Krista just gave a magical healing experience.

Krista is an amazing healer!…read more I stepped into a pot hole and twisted my ankle so badly I couldn't walk for several days. I got a treatment from krista using sound therapy and vibration and while I'm still a little shocked that it helped, it HELPED SO MUCH! Almost immediately I could hold weight on that foot. It was a little incredible. Going into my appointment I really thought my session would be more therapeutic for the stress of not being able to walk anywhere, not actually address the "not being able to walk" part of it. I highly recommend Krista!

The owner was great. He was very accommodating. He was able to restore my range of motion in just…read moreone visit.

Listen, there are massages and then there is a massage from NEM. The staff is extremely…read moreknowledgeable and professional. Before the session begins, they are sure to take their time and make sure you, fully, understand the experience. From beginning to end, a safe and comfortable environment is maintained at all times. The music selection is perfect, the exercise is amazing, and the breathing really makes this experience one of a kind. When you go into this establishment, be ready to spend some money. However, it is well worth it and you will be ready to book your next session as soon as it's over. Top notch all the way around!

What a beautifully curated shop! Sure I've wandered into some random grungy shops with crystals and…read moretarot cards before, but this one was beautifully curated and organized, with helpful little placards next to each stone. Loved the shapes, and wide variety there. Also, beautifully curated book section. A fantastic shop for anyone who loves crystals, mysticism, and the power of Mother Earth.

So many crystal choices in the mm shop! Their prices are reasonable and they offer tarot readings!…read moreGreat place to go if you're looking for a Crystal to help energize you!

Loved the energy! I felt like I walked into a cave of healing and walked out feeling so much better!read more

The ionic foot bath is amazing! From the minute j walked in I felt so welcome. Giovani was so…read moreinformative and friendly. Nancy the owner, is so kind and helpful. If you haven't tried the raindrop therapy it's a must. I walked out feeling like I had a week worth of sleep.

Great teachers! Great community! Great space! Mandy Roberts has made a perfect place for yoga for…read moreevery body. Highly recommend!

Form is a wonderful, welcoming community. There are classes for all levels. The instructors are…read moreoutstanding. They offer terrific instruction. You can rent a mat if you forget one or need one. All other props are free. Water is not available for purchase.