Discover the true heart of yoga and deepen your practice.

with master yogi Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

YOGA SUTRAS

April 10–13, 2025 • Boone, North Carolina

Book by April 3 and save $100!

Discover the true heart of yoga and deepen your practice.​

with master yogi Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Yoga Sutras

April 10–13, 2025

43 YEARS of transforming lives

10,000+ CENTERS established worldwide

182 COUNTRIES where our programs made a difference

800M+ LIVES touched through our courses & events

Discover transformative yogic wisdom for daily life

Dive deep into the heart of yoga with globally renowned master yogi and spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

Gurudev will guide you in the timeless teachings of the classical yoga philosophy that’s inspired millions worldwide—the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali—brought to you in a practical, light-hearted, and powerful way.

Wherever you are on your yoga journey, this profound wisdom will provide you with a comprehensive guide to living with more inner peace, self-awareness, and a calm mind.

It will leave you forever changed, with a deep understanding of the true essence of yoga—with real-life benefits for both on and off the mat.

Gurudev’s teachings and programs have touched the lives of over 800 million people across 182 countries. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Gurudev firsthand. Walk away inspired with fresh insight for a calmer, more joyful, and fulfilled life and an enriched yoga practice.

Book by April 3 and save $100!

Retreat Highlights

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Globally renowned master yogi and spiritual leader, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, shares fresh insight for a calmer, more joyful, and fulfilled life.

Uplifting Wisdom

Gain clarity, peace, and inspiration through the timeless teachings of ancient yogic wisdom, distilled into practical, everyday knowledge.

Deepen Self-Awareness

Experience meditative techniques that help cultivate peace, clarity, and heightened self-awareness.

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Tools for Daily Life

Gain insight into mastering the mind and learn practical ways to nurture resilience for a balanced, centered life.

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Inner Stillness

Witness the power of the sutras to calm the mind and connect you to the ever-present stillness within.

Community

Connect with a community of like-minded people on a similar journey.

Unveil Wisdom • Awaken Inner Stillness • Master the Mind

Transforming Lives

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—Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
The aim of Patanjali Yoga is to set man free from the cage of matter. Mind is the highest form of matter and man freed from this dragnet of Chitta or Ahankara (mind or ego) becomes a pure being.
—Devarajan D., previous program participant
Gurudev’s way of explaining each sutra is so profound that even a stone would be shaken by the flow of wisdom! The amount of confidence and contentment that this knowledge is giving is unimaginable and beyond my perception.
—Anonymous
[Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar] has the most unusual ability to share such high knowledge in a practical manner that also brings an "ah hah!" in life.
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THE FACTS

Unveil wisdom.
Awaken inner stillness.
Master the mind.

Reboot your inner calm with proven and time-tested Art of Living techniques.

What are the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali?

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are a text compiled more than 2,000 years ago by Indian sage Maharishi Patanjali and is the foundation of yoga.

The sutras are practical by nature and remain as relevant today as when they were written. They comprise the eight limbs of yoga—the path to self-discovery and a roadmap to mastering the mind. Yoga postures (asanas) are the most well-known but are just one of the limbs—yoga is so much more. Each of the eight limbs speaks to an aspect of our being, offering a comprehensive guide to mind, body, and soul, and essentially to life and living yoga on and off the mat. Rich with knowledge and techniques to guide the mind, each sutra helps bring one’s very being into full expression.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Live with More Clarity, Contentment, & Joy

Discover the vast depth of yoga beyond the mat. Just as you are more than your physical body, there is much more to yoga than physical postures. A yoga class can only take you so far on the journey to self-discovery, and the myriad benefits yoga can bring to your life.

Join us as Gurudev takes you on a journey toward mind mastery, wisdom to transform your daily experience, and connection to your authentic self.

Next time you step onto the mat or out of the yoga studio, your yoga will travel with you through a depth of insight and understanding that will profoundly enhance your life.

Meet Gurudev

Gurudev is a renowned master yogi, spiritual teacher, and global humanitarian. He has changed the lives of millions around the world with his practical approach to personal transformation.

He is recognized as a leading figure in contemporary meditation and yoga and for creating evidence-based techniques that cultivate sustainable joy and peace in daily life.

In his dedication to the service of others, Gurudev founded the international, non-profit, humanitarian organization, the Art of Living, 42 years ago. It has become a movement that has inspired a wave of transformation in over 180 countries, touching millions of lives and generating a global network of volunteers and instructors.

An internationally recognized leader, Gurudev has appeared in TIME, New York Times, Huffington Post, and CNN, among many others, and has been an invited speaker at venues including the United Nations, the European Parliament, the World Economic Forum, Harvard, MindValley, and TED.

Meet Gurudev

Gurudev is a renowned master yogi, spiritual teacher, and global humanitarian. He has changed the lives of millions around the world with his practical approach to personal transformation.

He is recognized as a leading figure in contemporary meditation and yoga and for creating evidence-based techniques that cultivate sustainable joy and peace in daily life.

In his dedication to the service of others, Gurudev founded the international, non-profit, humanitarian organization, the Art of Living, 42 years ago. It has become a movement that has inspired a wave of transformation in over 180 countries, touching millions of lives and generating a global network of volunteers and instructors.

An internationally recognized leader, Gurudev has appeared in TIME, New York Times, Huffington Post, and CNN, among many others, and has been an invited speaker at venues including the United Nations, the European Parliament, the World Economic Forum, Harvard, MindValley, and TED.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Book by April 3 and save $100!

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Session 1
The Secret of the Breath
7:30–9:30 pm

Session 2
Morning Yoga
7:30–8:30 am

Session 3
The Rhythms of Life
10:00 am–12:30 pm

Session 4
Deepening Our Experience
5:00–6:30 pm

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Session 5
Morning Yoga
7:30–8:30 am

Session 6
Five Wisdom Keys
10:00 am–12:30 pm

Session 7
Effortless Meditation
5:00–6:30 pm

Day 4

Session 8
Morning Yoga
7:30–8:30 am

Session 9
New Start: Home Practice
10:00 am–1:00 pm

Day 1

Session 1
The Secret of the Breath
7:30–9:30 pm

Day 2
Session 2
Morning Yoga
7:30–8:30 am

Session 3
The Rhythms of Life
10:00 am–1:00 pm

Session 4
Deepening Our Experience
5:15–6:30 pm

Day 3
Session 5
Morning Yoga
7:30–8:30 am
Session 6
New Start: Home Practice
10:00 am–1:00 pm

Breakfast  7:30–9:30 am • Lunch: 12:00–1:30 pm • Dinner: 6:00–7:30 pm

Retreat activities include Meditative Chants • Bonfires • Labyrinth • Nature trails

THE ART OF LIVING RETREAT CENTER

Scenic. Serene. Inspiring.

The perfect place to begin your journey to holistic wellness.

Since 2012, the Art of Living Retreat Center has offered wellness retreats featuring meditation, yoga, and Ayurveda. The Center is high in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Boone, North Carolina, surrounded by 380 acres of pristine forest. Beauty, nature, and time-honored architecture create the perfect setting that is authentic, not extravagant.
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UPGRADE OPTION

Extend Your Stay

Arriving at the Center a day early lets you embrace the serenity, adjust to peace, and reflect before the retreat. Extra days also allow you to participate in R&R workshops and Ayurvedic healing arts, or use the time to reflect, process, and internalize your retreat experience before you head home.

Either way, you’ll save 20% off our regular R&R rates! Select your added day(s) on the registration page.

Free Activities Include
Interactive Nature Hikes • Meditation & Movement Classes • Wellness Workshops

Paid Activities Include
Cooking Classes & Demos • Pottery Classes • Ayurvedic Wellness Treatments (Call 828.264.8382 During Spa Hours Wed-Sun For Availability)

UPGRADE OPTION

Nourish Your Body

Take your rejuvenation to another level with a soothing Ayurvedic treatment. 

Call to check availability during Shankara business hours:

Wednesday 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Thursday–Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am–2:00 pm

Book by April 3 and save $100!

PRICING & ROOMS

All-inclusive options

Coming alone? Or with others? Choose a price and space for your needs. Prices below include everything—rooms, meals, and program sessions.

Private Hotel Room
$1,590

Shared Hotel Room (for 2)
$1,365

Private Retreat Room
$1,365

Shared Retreat Room (for 2)
$1,245

Shared Retreat Room (for 3)
$1,140

1-Bedroom Apartment
$1,920

1-Bedroom Apartment (w loft)
$2,145

Save $100 by registering 14 days in advance
Private Hotel Room
Shared Hotel Room (for 2)
Private Retreat Room
Shared Retreat Room (for 2)
Shared Retreat Room (for 3)
1-Bedroom Apartment
1-Bedroom Apartment (w loft)
TRAVEL INFO

We are remote—yet easy to get to.

The Center offers the right balance between serenity and easy access.

  • Fly into Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT)—Two hours away by car.
  • First day—Check-in at 4:00 pm; eat dinner shortly after that.
  • Last day—Leave after lunch; schedule your flight anytime after 5:00 pm.

Hickory Hop Shuttle Service

SERVICEPHONEWEBSITE
Hickory Hop Shuttle ServiceBook Online Onlyhickoryhop.com
High Country Limo828.898.9595highcountrylimo.com
Oscar’s Car Service704.965.5800N/A
Edwardo’s Car Service704.949.6775N/A
Blue Bird Transportation828.989.7286Blue Bird
Abby Cab828.475.2988abbycab.com
Uber or LyftBook in app on arrival. 

Find our address, video and printable directions, information about the nearest airports, and more HERE.

Hickory Hop Shuttle Service
Book Online Only
hickoryhop.com

High Country Limo
828.898.9595
highcountrylimo.com

Oscar’s Car Service
704.965.5800

Edwardo’s Car Service
704.949.6775

Blue Bird Transportation
828.989.7286
Blue Bird

Abby Cab
828.475.2988
abbycab.com

Uber or Lyft
Book in app on arrival.

Find our address, video and printable directions, information about the nearest airports, and more HERE.

Book by April 3 and save $100!

HAVE QUESTIONS?

We are here to help.

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/per person processing fee) up to 15 days before your program or stay.
  • Nonrefundable credit toward a future AOLRC program or stay (less a $50/per person processing fee) is available if you give notice between 14 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.

Unless otherwise indicated, our programs are open to participants 18 years of age and older.

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.

We do have lodging and event venues that are ADA-compliant. Due to the topography of our mountain campus, some are easier to access than others, so please speak to Guest Services (800.392.6870) prior to registering to ensure we can best accommodate your needs. We also have shuttles that run frequently throughout the campus.

We are committed to the safety of our guests and staff. Our mountaintop location and the surrounding areas are spacious, remote, safe, and secure.

  • It is safe to leave your windows open—and necessary for proper airflow!
  • Nature surrounds our campus, and it’s common to see rabbits, deer, gophers, wild turkeys, and other small animals. Please give them space, and they’ll do the same for you. We’ve never had a safety incident with animals on campus.

You can help!

  • If you come across an animal on campus or a trail, give it space, and please do not attempt to pet or feed it.
  • There’s no need to bring valuables to the retreat center; leaving them at home is best.

Are you ready for a transformational experience?

Too many people struggle with the demands of daily life. We offer the Art of Living Premium Course in a beautiful, natural setting. Why? To reclaim your inner peace through yoga, meditation, wisdom, and reflections.
Book by April 3 and save $100!

Location

639 Whispering Hills Road
Boone, NC 28607
800.392.6870

Discover deep rest and rejuvenation on our tranquil mountaintop campus set amidst 380 acres of pristine forest in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Boone, North Carolina.  

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Private Hotel Room

per person + tax

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.)

 

  • King bed or two full beds
  • Flat screen TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bath
  • Hair dryer
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily delicious vegetarian meals
  • Complimentary tea/coffee & fresh fruit
  • Daily yoga & meditation classes
  • Access to fitness & steam rooms

Shared Hotel Room (2 People)​

per person + tax

  • Twin beds
  • Flat screen TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bath
  • Hair dryer
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily delicious vegetarian meals
  • Complimentary tea/coffee & fresh fruit
  • Daily yoga & meditation classes
  • Access to fitness & steam rooms

Private Retreat Room​

per person + tax

  • Twin beds
  • Private Bath
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily delicious vegetarian meals
  • Complimentary tea/coffee & fresh fruit
  • Daily yoga & meditation classes
  • Access to fitness & steam rooms

Shared Retreat Room (2 People)

per person + tax

  • Twin beds
  • Private Bath
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily delicious vegetarian meals
  • Complimentary tea/coffee & fresh fruit
  • Daily yoga & meditation classes
  • Access to fitness & steam rooms

Shared Retreat Room (3 People)

per person + tax

  • Twin beds
  • Private Bath
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily delicious vegetarian meals
  • Complimentary tea/coffee & fresh fruit
  • Daily yoga & meditation classes
  • Access to fitness & steam rooms

Premium 1-Bedroom Apartment​

per person + tax

  • Fully Furnished 665 sq. ft. apartment
  • (Max: 2 persons)
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • A Desk, chairs, and nightstand
  • Flat-screen TV with Cable
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Refrigerator | Stove Range | Microwave

Note furniture may vary; each apartment is different.

Premium 1-Bedroom Apartment w/ Loft

per person + tax

  • Fully Furnished 995 sq. ft. apartment
  • (Max: 4 persons)
  • 1 king bed and 2 twin beds or 1 Full Bed
  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • A Desk, chairs, and nightstand
  • Flat-screen TV with Cable
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Refrigerator | Stove Range | Microwave

Note furniture may vary; each apartment is different.

Weekend of Creativity Wellness Escape

(Sample Schedule)

MORNING

  • Plan your special day over a delicious whole-foods breakfast.
  • Walk our beautiful labyrinth or hike one of our scenic nature trails and reconnect with your inner self.
  • Express your creativity and have some fun playing with and shaping clay in your pottery class.

AFTERNOON

  • Mingle with like-minded visitors over lunch in the Dining Hall.
  • Cook up something new together in our Ayurveda cooking class or get clever on the canvas in a painting class.
  • Unwind with a relaxing spa treatment. Choose from a warm oil massage, energizing facial, or rejuvenating Netra Tarpana treatment and let our professional therapists pamper you. (Additional spa treatments available here.)
  • Recharge in the steam room.

EVENING

  • Browse our shop for crystals, jewelry, scarves, and more.
  • Nourish your body with a healthy dinner.
  • Take in the spectacular sunset or join the fireside concert.

Discover Ayurveda Solo Escape

(Sample Schedule)

MORNING

  • Energize your mind, body, and spirit with morning yoga or meditation class.
  • Savor a delicious and nutritious breakfast.
  • Self-reflect as you leisurely walk our beautiful labyrinth.
  • Rest, replenish and rejuvenate with Abhyanga therapy—a detoxifying warm oil Ayurveda massage that incorporates warm, aromatic oils, rhythmically massaged into your body, cleansing, relaxing, and re-energizing the body and mind.

AFTERNOON

  • Grab some delicious chai and relax in our cafe or take in the majestic views on our deck.
  • Plan your afternoon over a nourishing lunch.
  • Connect with nature while hiking or walking one of our many breathtaking mountain trails.
  • Return to the spa for a Basti session to rejuvenate your joints! Stiff joints are bathed in warm medicated oil and massaged to deepen the therapeutic effects that increase lubrication and promote smooth flexibility and mobility.

EVENING

  • Get creative and have fun in our painting studio or kitchen.
  • Refuel your body with a tasty and healthy dinner.

Rejuvenating Bliss Solo Escape

(Sample Schedule)

MORNING

  • Gaze at the sunrise while filling your lungs with fresh mountain air and feel the warmth of the sun on your skin.
  • Sow a new level of calm and balance into your life with a Yoga or meditation class.
  • Enjoy a delicious whole-foods breakfast.
  • Cleanse your soul with a leisurely walk on one of our beautiful nature trails.

AFTERNOON

  • Nourish your body with a healthy and nutritious lunch.
  • Make a new memory with a cooking, painting, or pottery* class (*additional cost).
  • Choose from the widest selection of Ayurvedic therapies in the US for whole-body nourishment and renewal and let our professional therapists do all the work while you relax and rejuvenate.
  • Unwind in the steam room.

EVENING

  • Stop by our bookstore and explore our collection of new and classic self-care and spiritual resources.
  • Grab a fresh, calming herbal tea and curl up with a good book in your cozy room.

Mother-Daughter Wellness Escape

(Sample Schedule)

MORNING

  • Plan your special day over a delicious whole-foods breakfast.
  • Retreat into relaxation with a mother-daughter spa treatment. Choose from a warm oil massage, energizing facial, or rejuvenating Netra Tarpana treatment and let our professional therapists pamper you. (Additional spa treatments available here.)
  • Recharge in the steam room.

AFTERNOON

  • Enjoy a decadent Mexican hot chocolate and reminisce in our cozy cafe.
  • Browse our shop for crystals, jewelry, scarves, and more.
  • Mingle with like-minded visitors over lunch in the Dining Hall.
  • Explore our captivating campus or head out on one of our guided mountain trail hikes.
  • Cook up something new together in our Ayurveda cooking class.
  • Self-reflect as you leisurely walk our beautiful labyrinth.

EVENING

  • Feed your body with a healthy dinner.
  • Take in the spectacular sunset or join the fireside concert.

Girlfriends Wellness Escape

(Sample Schedule)

MORNING
  • Energize your mind, body, and spirit together with morning yoga or meditation class.
  • Catch up over a delicious and nutritious breakfast.
  • Connect with nature and reminisce while hiking one of our many mountain trails.
AFTERNOON
  • Plan your afternoon over a nourishing lunch.
  • De-stress with a girlfriends spa treatment, like our relaxing signature massage, hydrating facial, or energizing Marma session, and let our therapists work their magic. (Additional spa treatments available here.)
  • Get creative and have fun in our painting studio or Ayurveda food kitchen.
  • Grab some delicious chai and relax in our cafe or take in the majestic views on our deck.
EVENING
  • Plenty of time for bonding during a dinner.
  • Visit our shop and grab some souvenirs, rejuvenating herbal supplements, and restorative health products from Shankara’s all-natural beauty line.
  • Dance and sing at Kirtan.

Couples Wellness Escape

(Sample Schedule)

MORNING

  • Gaze at the sunrise while filling your lungs with fresh mountain air and reminisce on the moments that connected you.
  • Bring a new level of calm and balance to your relationship with a Yoga or Meditation class.
  • Enjoy a delicious whole-foods breakfast together.
  • Walk or hike one of our beautiful nature trails and reconnect with each other, nature, and oneself.

AFTERNOON

  • Share a healthy and nutritious lunch.
  • Make a new memory by taking a workshop or educational class, or create a new experience together with a pottery*, watercolor painting, or cooking class (*additional cost).
  • Reduce tension and stress with a couple’s or individual Ayurveda spa treatment. Choose from the widest selection of Ayurvedic therapies in the US for whole-body nourishment and renewal.
  • Unwind in the steam room together.

EVENING

  • Stop by our bookstore and explore our collection of self-care and spiritual resources or spend time reading in the cafe.