Returning to the Art of Living Retreat Center for its fifth year, the Work Life Integration Retreat hosted by Triple W Forum brings together the wisdom of nature, neuroscience, Ayurveda, yoga system, the Enneagram, mindfulness and leadership practices into meaningful, experiential learning that promotes holistic personal wellness and self care.
Featured in the Leadership issue of Yoga Journal, the Work Life Integration Retreat guides participants through a series of practices on how to adopt an integrated way of being through yoga, breath work, meditation, forest bathing, Ayurveda, the Enneagram journaling and the creation of your own Work Life Planning Guide with meaningful action steps and approaches to apply to your life.
Recognizing the need to constantly renew one’s physical, mental and spiritual resources, Jennifer Connelly, the retreat leader, professional certified coach and CEO of Triple W Forum, designed this retreat experience to energize professionals and help them find new approaches to leading their lives with ease, reconnecting to their true self, and getting unstuck from the challenges they face in their careers and personal lives.
You will go home with a personalized Work Life Planning Guide, your Enneagram report and a host of experiential practices to apply to your work and life.
Women and men of all ages and stages of life and career are invited to attend. You will also meet thoughtful and talented guest speakers who will share practices throughout the retreat weekend. You will leave the mountaintop nourished in mind, body and soul and inspired to live from a place of wholeness, integration and connected to purpose.
Presenter
Jennifer Connelly
Jennifer Connelly is CEO of Triple W Forum, a personal and leadership development organization. Jennifer shares her passion and practice as a professional certified coach, public speaker, certified Samapatti yoga teacher, certified Birkman Method Consultant, Enneagram coach, and team development facilitator, both in the US and internationally. …
Ellen Burton
Ellen Burton has been called an inspirational leader and a catalyst for change. Her ability to assist and focus clients to achieve their goals remains exceptional! In addition to executive coaching, Ellen is an internationally acclaimed business lecturer, motivational speaker, and the Amazon best-selling author of The Civility Project: How to Build A Culture of Reverence to Improve Wellness, Productivity and Profit. …
Walter Crawford
Walter J. Crawford, PCC is a coach, advisor and facilitator. He is CEO of Crawford Corner and a founding partner of The Soul of Leading Institute. Walter believes leadership in its best form is uplifting, supportive, and overall transformational. As a coach, he cares about inspiring possibilities and a journey of learning. He partners and collaborates with leaders on all levels in organizations to support their growth and development using an open-minded and goal-oriented approach. …
Nancy Johnston
Nancy Johnston is the Director of Alumni Career Management at Columbia Business School and an experienced executive and transition coach who works closely with clients to help them identify and pursue their career passions. She serves as an objective advisor, connecting the dots on the areas that spark their interests, capitalize on their strengths, and provide a sustainable path for future growth. Nancy is convinced that all individuals can find fulfillment and joy by contributing their talents while integrating the professional and personal aspects of their lives. …
Betsy Sobiech
Betsy C. Sobiech is a leadership educator, coach, and change activator with expertise in leading from the inside-out, team effectiveness, change management, and learning experience design. In her current role with University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business, Betsy is responsible for the LEAD course delivered to all entering part-time MBA students, which gives her the exciting and humbling opportunity to engage with emerging leaders at pivotal moment in their development. …
Rooms & Pricing
All options include daily vegetarian meals from dinner on the night of check-in through lunch on the day of checkout. (Rates below are per person.)
Private Hotel Room
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- King bed or two full beds
- Flat Screen TV
- Refrigerator
- Private Bath
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Delicious Vegetarian Meals
- Complimentary Tea/Coffee & Fresh Fruit
- Daily Yoga & Meditation Classes
- Access to Grounds and Facilities, including Gym & Steam Rooms
Private Retreat Room
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- Two Twin Beds
- Private Bath
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Delicious Vegetarian Meals
- Complimentary Tea/Coffee & Fresh Fruit
- Daily Yoga & Meditation Classes
- Access to Grounds and Facilities, including Gym & Steam Rooms
Schedule
Work Life Integration Retreat
Arrival Day November 11
4:00 pm Check-in
6:00–7:00 pm Dinner
November 12
6:15–7:00 am Mountain Sunrise Meet Up
7:15–8:00 am Yoga, Breathwork & Meditation
8:00–9:00 am Breakfast
9:30–11:45 am Morning Retreat Program
12:00–1:00 pm Lunch
1:30–5:30 pm Afternoon Retreat Program
6:00–7:20 pm Dinner + Art of Living Orientation
MANDATORY FOR ALL GROUPS IN DINING HALL
7:30–9:00 pm Evening Retreat Program
November 13
6:15–7:00 am Mountain Sunrise Meet Up
7:15–8:00 am Yoga, Breathwork & Meditation
8:00–9:00 am Breakfast
9:30–11:45 am Morning Retreat Program
12:00–1:00 pm Lunch
1:30–5:30 pm Afternoon Retreat Program
6:00–7:20 pm Dinner
7:30–9:00 pm Evening Retreat Program
Departure Day November 14
6:15–7:00 am Mountain Sunrise Meet Up
7:15–8:00 am Yoga, Breathwork & Meditation
8:00–9:00 am Breakfast
9:30–11:45 am Retreat Program Wrap Up
12:00–1:00 pm Lunch & Journey Home
Location
639 Whispering Hills Rd, Boone, North Carolina 28607
Discover deep rest and rejuvenation in our tranquil sanctuary set amidst 380 pristine acres high up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Boone, North Carolina—the perfect place to begin your journey to wellness.
NOTE Avoid using GPS—it will take you up a private road to a locked gate. Please use the directions provided on this site.
Distance from Nearest Airport
Two hours by car without traffic
FAQs
On-Campus Program FAQs
For room reservations, Ayurveda Wellness Retreats, and Art of Living Retreat Center (AOLRC) signature retreats, we have the following cancellation policy:
- Refunds are available (less a $50 processing fee) up to eight days before your program or stay.
- Nonrefundable credit toward a future AOLRC program or stay (less a $50 processing fee) is available if you give notice between seven and one day(s) before your program or stay. Credit may be applied to any AOLRC program or stay for one year following date of issue.
- No credit or refund is available if you cancel on the arrival day, if you do not show up, or if you leave an event early for any reason. No refund will be available if you attend a program and are dissatisfied with its presentation or content. AOLRC reserves the right to cancel a program at any time. If AOLRC cancels a program, you will receive a full refund. Some programs may have special cancellation policies; see individual workshop descriptions. For all other retreats, please be sure to check the registration page specific to that retreat.
To encourage a healthy environment we ask that guest to not consume alcohol or meat in our public spaces, however, guests may enjoy these items in their rooms.
Our property is always smoke-free.
Yes, we ask that guests with food allergies simply inform us so we can communicate those needs to our chef. Typically, we label potential allergens such as gluten, dairy, and nuts.
