Experience serenity and vitality at our Breathwork & Meditation Retreat in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Guided by experts, reconnect with yourself, deepen well-being, and cultivate lasting inner harmony in this peaceful, natural haven.
HELD TWICE MONTHLY | Thursday–Sunday
Reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
Increase your energy levels.
Boosted immunity, heart health, and energy.
Discover the transformative power of Sudarshan Kriya (SKY) Breath Meditation and Sahaj Samadhi Meditation—complementary practices designed to release stress, enhance relaxation, and elevate self-awareness. SKY Breath Meditation offers you quick, science-backed results to dissolve anxiety and boost clarity, while Sahaj Samadhi Meditation practices deepen your experience by guiding you into effortless peace and profound rest. Together, they create a harmonious synergy that unlocks a deep sense of tranquility and self-awareness.
What can this powerful, science-backed rhythmic breathing technique doe for your body and mind?
Improve your energy levels and reduce stress through breathing exercises.
Learn the most powerful breathing technique of our time.
Achieve greater inner peace, improved clarity, and enhanced emotional well-being.
Learn simple but effective tools to help you navigate life joyfully.
Connect with a community of like-minded people on a similar journey and a certified instructor.
Experience less depression, anxiety, and Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Immerse yourself in a serene environment, follow a proven program, and receive structured guidance to discover and embrace inner balance.
Start each day with gentle yoga sessions.
Daily sessions to learn ancient wisdom, breath work, and meditation techniques.
Ample time between sessions for deep contemplation in nature.
Three healthy, vegetarian, buffet-style meals per day—all while looking over the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
Keep practicing and keep learning with monthly Zoom sessions to reconnect with teachers and students. And access to the Art of Living Journey App* to support daily practice.
4:00 pm Check-in
6:00–7:00 pm Dinner
7:00–7:20 pm Mandatory AOLRC Orientation
7:30–9:00 pm Session 1 The Secret of the Breath
7:30–8:30 am Yoga
8:30–9:30 Breakfast
10:00 am–1:00 pm Session 2 The Rhythms of Life
1:00–1:30 Lunch
1:30–5:00 Free Time
5:00–6:30 Session 3 Deepening Our Experience
6:00–7:30 pm Dinner
7:30–8:30 pm Meditative Chant/Kirtan (optional)
7:30–8:30 am Yoga
8:30–9:30 Breakfast
10:00 am–1:00 pm Session 4 The 5 Wisdom Keys
1:00–1:30 Lunch
1:30–5:00 Free Time
5:00–6:30 Session 5 Effortless Meditation
6:00–7:30 pm Dinner
7:30–8:30 pm Meditative Chant/Kirtan (optional)
7:30–8:30 am Yoga
8:30–9:30 Breakfast
Please checkout before the 10:00 am session;
we are happy to store your luggage at the
Dining hall.
10:00 am–1:00 pm Session 6 New Start: Home
Practice
1:00 Lunch is included in your stay today!
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
Extend your retreat to unwind, reflect, and enjoy R&R workshops or Ayurvedic treatments. Arrive early or stay longer and save 20% on R&R rates. Simply select extra days during registration.
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.)
Ideal for individuals, couples, or friends seeking hotel-style comfort and amenities.
$407 per person/per night + tax
Ideal for friends seeking hotel-style comfort and amenities.
$316 per person/per night + tax
Ideal for individuals, couples, or friends seeking simple surroundings for peace and clarity.
Note Room may contain extra single beds.
$316 per person/per night + tax
Fully furnished 665 sq.-ft. apartment (max: 2 persons)
Note Furniture may vary; each apartment is different.
$1,225 per person/per night + tax
Fully furnished 995 sq.-ft. apartment (max: 4 persons)
Note Furniture may vary; each apartment is different.
$1,365 per person/per night + tax
Free activities include
Interactive Nature Hikes
Cooking Demos
Meditation & Movement Classes
Wellness Workshops
Paid activities include
Pottery Classes
Ayurvedic Wellness & Healing Arts Treatments
Take your rejuvenation to another level. Our spa offers treatments and therapies that integrate ancient Ayurveda with contemporary wellness.
Call to check availability during Shankara Ayurveda Spa business hours; seven days a week, 9:00 am–6:00 pm.
For room reservations, Ayurveda Wellness Retreats, and Art of Living Retreat Center (AOLRC) signature retreats, we have the following cancellation policy:
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. You may email us at info@artoflivingretreatcenter.org.
Thanks to the cool climate of the Blue Ridge Mountains, air conditioning is rarely needed. For the occasional warm day, there is a fan in each room to help keep you comfortable.
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.
You can help!
Transportation Options Between Charlotte and the Center
Hickory Hop Shuttle Service Book online hickoryhop.com The Hickory Hop shuttle goes from Charlotte airport to Boone five times daily. Reservations are required, so book ahead online and be sure to confirm shuttle times coordinate with your travel plans.
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 of Boone
Abby Cab 828.475.2988 abbycab.com
Uber or Lyft Book in app on arrival.
Other airports within driving distance from the Art of Living Retreat Center include
Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) in Johnson City, TN (80 miles)
Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) in Greensboro, NC (110 miles)
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