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Andrew Sacamano

Andrew Sacamano

Andrew Sacamano was born into the Shambhala community, and grew up in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He attended Vajradhatu seminary in 1990, and worked in the kitchen at Karmê Chöling in the early 1990s. A member of the Dorje Kasung since his teens, for many years he staffed Shambhala Sun Summer Camp, and served on the camp’s board. He has held various leadership posts in Shambhala. He works as a software security engineer and lives with his wife, Molly, in Boulder Colorado.

 
 

Blog

  • 3 February 2026

    Dechen Chöling has a new gardener!

     
  • 20 October 2025

    An Interview with David Hope

     
  • 7 July 2025

    Interview with Yeshe Fuchs

     
  • 15 May 2025

    Shambhala Sun Camp : A Week of Discovery, Joy and Authentic Presence

     
  • 3 May 2025

    Ringu Tulku Rinpoche will be teaching in Dechen Chöling this summer

     
 

Upcoming programmes

  • Awakening the Five Freedoms within the Mandala of Space

    18 March 2026 – 29 March 2026

    With: Lee Worley

    Join us for a 10-day Mudra & Maitri Space Awareness Retreat. Open to all.

     
  • European Leadership Gathering

    2 April 2026 – 8 April 2026

    Now is the right time to come together as a community to explore the meaning and practice of leadership within today's Shambhala. This is an opportunity to exchange ideas and strengthen and focus our energy. Please join us!

     
  • Traditional Chinese Qigong Retreat • Levels 1 & 2

    5 April 2026 – 6 April 2026

    With: Damien Sauvezie

    Cultivate strength of body and calmness of mind through the practice of Qigong as presented by two distinct Taoist schools. Open to all. Taught in French.

     

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