Discover the tools to transform your relationship in a weekend retreat based on the best-selling book, Getting the Love You Want. Led by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D., and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D., this experience offers couples a safe and nurturing space to rebuild trust, deepen intimacy, and heal relational wounds. Using their groundbreaking Imago Relationship Therapy, you’ll learn effective communication skills, foster empathy, and co-create a relationship rooted in appreciation and connection.
Please note: This retreat is for couples only.
Recommended reading: Getting the Love You Want.
Starting at $395 (Tuition) + $616 (Lodging + Meals) plus tax
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Deeper Connection
Experience a profound bond with your partner through enhanced communication and empathy.
Relationship Safety
Establish a foundation of trust and security with the Zero Negativity Pact.
Empowering Dialogue Skills
Learn the Imago Dialogue technique to foster understanding and resolve conflicts.
Emotional Healing
Address and heal unresolved childhood and relational wounds.
Intimacy Revival
Reignite the passion, attraction, and connection that first brought you together.
Practical Tools
Walk away with actionable strategies that support continued healing long after the retreat.
This retreat is more than a workshop—it’s a journey toward emotional healing and relational transformation. With the guidance of Harville and Helen, you’ll explore new ways to communicate, embrace conflict as a tool for growth, and rediscover the joy and intimacy that first brought you together. By the end of the weekend, you’ll feel more aligned with your partner, equipped with actionable tools, and inspired to continue nurturing a relationship that thrives.
Please note: This retreat is for couples only.
Engage in guided exercises to master transformational communication techniques.
Learn strategies to navigate and transform challenges into growth opportunities.
Participate in practices that rebuild intimacy and reignite your bond.
Share experiences and learn from other couples in a supportive environment.
Establish the path for nurturing your partnership beyond the retreat.
This experiential retreat offers a well-balanced schedule that combines structured educational sessions with flexible time blocks – ensuring you have ample opportunity to engage in learning while also allowing personal time to explore the retreat center and enjoy moments of reflection and relaxation.
(Program schedule subject to change.)
4:00 pm Check-in Begins
6:00–7:30 pm Light Dinner
7:00–7:20 pm Guest Orientation
7:30–9:o0 pm Session 1
7:30–9:30 am Breakfast
9:00 am–12:00 pm Session 2
12:00–1:30 pm Lunch
2:30–5:00 pm Session 3
5:00–6:00 pm Free Time
6:00–7:30 pm Dinner
7:30–9:30 pm Session 4
7:30–9:30 am Breakfast
9:00 am–12:00 pm Session 5
Room Checkout 11:00 am Luggage may be held at Reception.
12:00–1:30 pm Lunch
Optional Activities
Yoga • Meditation • Kirtan • Bonfire • Labyrinth • Nature Trails
Schedule subject to change.
Harville Hendrix, Ph.D., and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D., are internationally-respected couple's therapists, educators, speakers, and New York Times bestselling authors. Together, they have written over 10 books with more than 4 million copies sold, including the timeless classic, Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples.
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.
Ideal for friends seeking hotel-style comfort and amenities.
Ideal for individuals, couples, or friends seeking simple surroundings for peace and clarity.
Note Room may contain extra single beds.
Fully furnished 665 sq.-ft. apartment (max: 2 persons)
Note Furniture may vary; each apartment is different.
Fully furnished 995 sq.-ft. apartment (max: 4 persons)
Note Furniture may vary; each apartment is different.
Step into a world where mindfulness meets beauty. Our gallery captures the essence of the Art of Living—from serene moments of reflection to vibrant celebrations of life, wellness, and connection.
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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.
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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)
Visit our directions page for more information.
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