Sanghas in Los Angeles?

Daiva

Hello, I'm new here. I've been attempting to find a Kagyu/Nyingma sangha here on the Westside in Los Angeles. My intent is to deepen my practice and find a teacher. However, I've been experiencing difficulty finding a Sangha that seems solid and well-organized. This is LA, and there are many options (I've checked Buddhanet- and the list is small), but some groups seem to come and go, others are very small, some receive teachings from DVDs, etc. I can't seem to find a place that is consistent and has solid teachers I can easily interact with. At this point, just to get a routine going, am considering Shambala and Against the Stream (am in my 40s, in recovery and from the alt scene, so ATS seems comfortable but am not sure about it giving me the guidance i need).
Anyone have any suggestions or advice?

Jeffrey

Shambala was started by Trungpa and he had dharma ties to Kagyu and/or Nyingma. I don't know the LA area though.

buddhajunkie

ATS has good teachers and has a nice schedule to choose from. You might want to check out their podcasts.

driedleaf

http://www.urbandharma.org/wilshire/churches/buddhist.html

http://www.snowcrest.net/ksnow/LAandOC.html

driedleaf

http://www.urbandharma.org/wilshire/churches/buddhist.html

http://www.snowcrest.net/ksnow/LAandOC.html

Daiva

Wow, thank you driedleaf - these lists are much more extensive than what i've come across. Thank you!