Meditation & Mindfulness
Professional Development & Trainings
Self-Discovery
Calm & Clear Mind
Personal Development
Relieve StressPlease Note
In alignment with the CDC guidelines, all guests will be required to show proof of vaccination OR a lab-certified Covid-19 test that produced negative results taken within 72 hours of their arrival at the Center when checking in.
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—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.
Women and men of all ages and stages of life and career are invited to attend. You’ll meet thoughtful and talented guest speakers who will share practices throughout the retreat weekend.
You’ll leave the mountaintop nourished in mind, body and soul and inspired to live from a place of wholeness, integration and connected to purpose—equipped with a personalized Work Life Planning Guide, your Enneagram report, and a host of experiential practices to apply to your work and life.
Presenter
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 an internationally acclaimed business lecturer, executive coach, 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 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. …
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. …
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. …
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
- 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
- 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
On-Campus Program FAQs
Unless otherwise indicated, our programs are open to participants 18 years of age and older.
- 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.
To encourage a healthy environment we ask that guests 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.
