The Art of Living

Tailored Tranquility Awaits in our Signature R&R

Find your calm at the Art of Living Retreat Center. Your Rest & Relaxation Retreat blends yoga, meditation, healing Ayurveda therapies, and time in nature—everything you need to unwind and reconnect.

Weekday stays start at $670, weekends at $720.

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What to Expect On Our Rest & Relaxation Retreats

On an R&R Retreat, every day is yours to design. Customize your stay with yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and time in nature—or simply unwind. Enjoy nourishing meals, cozy lodging, and stunning Blue Ridge views in a peaceful setting.

Sample Daily Calendar

Mon

  • Breakfast

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  • Sri Sri Yoga

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  • Lunch

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  • Yoga Nidra

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  • Ayurvedic Self Care

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  • Hatha Yoga

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  • Guided Meditation

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  • Dinner

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  • Kirtan/Meditative Chants

    -

Tue

  • Breakfast

    -

  • Sri Sri Yoga

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  • Introduction to Ayurveda

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  • Guided Meditation

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  • Lunch

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  • Sound Bath

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  • Discovering Your Soul's Purpose

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  • Vinyasa Power Flow

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  • Guided Meditation

    -

  • Dinner

    -

  • Kirtan/Meditative Chants

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Wed

  • Breakfast

    -

  • Sri Sri Yoga

    -

  • Guided Meditation

    -

  • Lunch

    -

  • Yoga Nidra

    -

  • Seasonal Cleansing

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  • Restorative Yoga

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  • Guided Meditation

    -

  • Dinner

    -

  • Kirtan/Meditative Chants

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Thu

  • Sunrise Yoga

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  • Breakfast

    -

  • Sri Sri Yoga

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  • Guided Meditation

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  • Lunch

    -

  • Sound Bath

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  • Ayurvedic Cooking Demo: Sweet Treats

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  • Vinyasa Power Flow

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  • Guided Meditation

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  • Dinner

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  • Kirtan/Meditative Chants

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  • Drum Circle

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Fri

  • Sunrise Yoga

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  • Breakfast

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  • Sri Sri Yoga

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  • Kitchen Medicine

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  • Ayurveda for a Calm, Clear Mind

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  • Lunch

    -

  • Yoga Nidra

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  • Introduction to Ayurveda

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  • Vinyasa Gentle Flow

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  • Guided Meditation

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  • Dinner

    -

  • Kirtan/Meditative Chants

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Sat

  • Sunrise Yoga

    -

  • Sunrise Hike & Breathwork

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  • Breakfast

    -

  • Sri Sri Yoga

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  • Seasonal Cleansing

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  • Guided Meditation

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  • Lunch

    -

  • Sound Bath

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  • Ayurvedic Cooking Demo: Savory

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  • Kundalini Yoga

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  • Guided Meditation

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  • Dinner

    -

  • Kirtan/Meditative Chants

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Sun

  • Sunrise Yoga

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  • Sunrise Hike & Breathwork

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  • Breakfast

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  • Sri Sri Yoga

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  • Your Path to Wellness

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  • Lunch

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  • Optimize Your Gut Health

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  • Vinyasa Gentle Flow

    -

  • Guided Meditation

    -

  • Dinner

    -

  • Kirtan/Meditative Chants

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Please note This is only a sample schedule of our daily activity offerings; it is subject to change.

 

 

 

 

Activities & Amenities

In addition to our daily R&R schedule, we have miles of hiking trails, a labyrinth, a Fitness Room, a Steam Room, and add-on activities such as Ayurvedic cooking demos or classes in our Art Studio.

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Beyond R&R

Experience top-tier holistic care at the awared-winning Shankara Ayurveda Wellness Spa, offering premier Ayurvedic treatments and therapies. Upgrade to a Wellness Retreat with R&R amenities and tailored packages for solo travelers, couples, girls’ weekends, and more.

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Midweek Reset Special

Treat yourself to a Midweek R&R Retreat—now with a complimentary extra night! Enjoy yoga, meditation, spa treatments, and the peace of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stay three nights, pay for two (33% savings). Valid for R&R stays including Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday nights. Call 800.392.6870 and ask for the Midweek Reset offer.

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Our Accommodations

Prices 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

Ideal for individuals, couples, or friends seeking hotel-style comfort and amenities.

  • King bed or two queen beds
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bath
  • Hair dryer
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Access to the coffee/tea lounge
  • Desk and office chair

$407 per person/per night + tax

Shared Hotel Room (2 People)

Ideal for friends seeking hotel-style comfort and amenities.

    • 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

$316 per person/per night + tax

Private Retreat Room

Ideal for individuals, couples, or friends seeking simple surroundings for peace and clarity.

  • Twin beds
  • Private bath
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Access to the coffee/tea lounge
  • Desk and office chair

Note Room may contain extra single beds.

$316 per person/per night + tax

Premium 1Bedroom Apartment

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 a nightstand
  • Flat-screen TV with cable
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Refrigerator, stove range & microwave

Note Furniture may vary; each apartment is different.

$1,225 per person/per night + tax

Premium 1Bedroom Apartment with Loft

Fully furnished 995 sq.-ft. apartment (max: 4 persons)

  • 1 queen bed and 2 twin beds or 1 full bed
  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Washer & dryer
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron & ironing board
  • A desk, chairs, and a nightstand
  • Flat-screen TV with cable
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Refrigerator, stove range & microwave

Note Furniture may vary; each apartment is different.

$1,365 per person/per night + tax

Beautiful spaces indoors and out, excellent classes, and powerful treatments. I was there with an R and R special and it was perfect to design my own program and learn from some amazing teachers. So much gratitude!

—Lily

“Loved every minute; food was exceptional.”

—Meka H.

“This was an amazing experience for us! Thank you for your service for making us better humans.”

—Matt B.

Food for Mind, Body, and Soul

Freshly prepared and served in our bright and spacious main dining hall—which boasts breathtaking views of the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains—your R&R retreat includes three delicious and healthy vegetarian meals daily.

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