For those called to explore the sacred space between worlds, this retreat is your gateway to deeper presence, richer messages, and the profound embrace of spiritual partnership. With internationally renowned medium Tony Stockwell as your guide, you’ll step into altered states of consciousness where blending with Soul Beings becomes a lived experience, not just a possibility. Whether you’re expanding your current practice or sensing the call of Spirit for the first time, this immersive weekend offers a grounded, heart-centered path into the transformative power of trance mediumship.
Note: This retreat is one of two unique back-to-back programs led by internationally renowned medium Tony Stockwell. Preceding this five-day immersion is Where Intuition Meets Spirit, a three-day retreat that offers a rich foundation in intuitive development and spiritual connection. Each retreat stands on its own—but together, they offer a powerful opportunity to deepen your relationship with Spirit.
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Trust in the Trance State
Learn techniques to enter and sustain trance with steadiness, surrender, and grounded intention.
Soul-Level Healing
Access energies that soothe, balance, and restore—offered in partnership with your Spirit team.
Deeper Spiritual Connection
Strengthen your communion with guides through heart-centered presence and altered states of awareness.
Authentic Communication
Experience Spirit-led dialogue and channeling that’s rooted in trust, love, and clear soul alignment.
Heightened Sensitivity
Open your intuitive channels to perceive subtle messages and energetic shifts with greater clarity.
Sacred Community
Connect with fellow seekers who are committed to deep spiritual work and mutual support.
In this hands-on retreat, you’ll enter the spacious stillness where Spirit meets you through deepened trust, subtle listening, and an open heart. Tony’s loving, experiential approach to trance will support you in softening the mental noise, attuning to the presence of Soul Beings, and allowing Spirit to speak and move through you. Through practical exercises, partner activities, and real-time feedback, you’ll build confidence, heighten your sensitivity, and open to Spirit’s healing and guidance in ways that feel authentic, embodied, and undeniably real.
Experience deepened connection through guided trance sittings and altered state exercises.
Cultivate conscious presence as you invite Soul Beings to merge with your energy.
Practice intuitive communication and spirit-led guidance in safe, supportive pair work.
Strengthen your inner listening and surrender through meditative entry points.
Receive Tony’s direct support to refine your practice and deepen your trust.
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, participate in activities, and enjoy moments of reflection and relaxation.
Breakfast 7:30–9:00 am
Session 1 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Lunch 12:00–1:30 pm
Session 2 2:30–5:00 pm
Free Time 5:00–6:00 pm
Dinner 6:00–7:30 pm
Breakfast 7:30–9:00 am
Session 3 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Lunch 12:00–1:30 pm
Session 4 2:30–5:00 pm
Free Time 5:00–6:00 pm
Dinner 6:00–7:30 pm
Breakfast 7:30–9:00 am
Session 5 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Lunch 12:00–1:30 pm
Free Time 1:30–6:00 pm
Dinner 6:00–7:30 pm
Breakfast 7:30–9:00 am
Session 6 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Lunch 12:00–1:30 pm
Session 7 2:30–5:00 pm
Free Time 5:00–6:00 pm
Dinner 6:00–7:30 pm
Breakfast 7:30–9:00 am
Session 8 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Room Checkout 11:00 am; luggage may be held at Reception.
Lunch 12:00–1:30 pm
Breakfast 7:30–9:00 am • Lunch: 12:00–1:30 pm • Dinner: 6:00–7:30 pm
Optional activities include
Yoga • Meditation • Kirtan • Bonfire • Labyrinth • Nature Trails
Tony Stockwell is an internationally acclaimed psychic medium, author, and teacher whose career spans more than 35 years.
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.
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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SAVE! Add a day or two and save 20% off our R&R rates. Select your added day(s) on the Registration page.
