Art of Living Retreat Center

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Set amidst 380 acres of pristine forest high up in the Blue Ridge Mountains is the tranquil
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For more than ten years, the Center has hosted events and programs that help strengthen both individuals and the underlying bond we share as human beings. From our welcome team of authentic and caring staff to pristine grounds to delicious vegetarian food and everything in between, we are dedicated to making your stay extraordinary. You’ll experience true nourishment of body, mind, and spirit. Let our expert wisdom and knowledge guide you on the road to well-being and transformation. Choose from a selection of our renowned all-inclusive signature meditation and yoga retreats, life-changing events with sought-after guest presenters, or join us for an R&R Retreat and tailor your stay to suit your own rhythm. No matter why you visit, you’ll take home happiness, health, and peace that stays with you long after you’ve left our campus.

What if your breath could transform your whole body?In Breath – The River of Life, fascia expert Tom Myers of Anatomy Tr...
12/22/2025

What if your breath could transform your whole body?
In Breath – The River of Life, fascia expert Tom Myers of Anatomy Trains reveals how every inhale and exhale ripples through more than 100 joints, organs, and emotions. Discover how tension and posture can block your vitality—and how reclaiming your natural rhythm can restore balance, energy, and clarity.
Follow this link to learn all about this upcoming retreat: https://artoflivingretreatcenter.org/retreat/presenter/tom-myers/breath-river-life/?comet_source=fb. Your journey toward embodied aliveness begins here.

Today, we gather as one global community to meditate for peace.Millions around the world are joining The World Meditates...
12/21/2025

Today, we gather as one global community to meditate for peace.
Millions around the world are joining The World Meditates with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar —a powerful moment of collective stillness guided by Gurudev’s breath-based meditation practices.

This is an invitation to slow down, reconnect within, and contribute to a shared field of calm and resilience—together.

🕊️ Live meditation with Gurudev from New York City
🕙 Today, December 21 at 10:00 AM EST
🌍 Join online from anywhere, or attend in person at the Retreat Center

Online registration:
https://event.us.artofliving.org/us-en/lp1/the-world-meditates-with-gurudev

On-site registration:
https://artoflivingretreatcenter.secure.retreat.guru/program/world-meditation-day/?form=1&lang=en

12/20/2025

What would it feel like to pause, breathe, and find stillness together—across mountains, continents, and time zones?
Join us for World Meditation Day on Sunday, December 21, from 10:00–11:30 AM EST, and be part of a powerful global moment of calm led by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

You’re invited to participate in the way that feels right for you:
• Join us on-site at the Art of Living Retreat Center for a relaxing morning that includes a live-streamed meditation with Gurudev, gentle chair yoga, and a complimentary vegetarian lunch
• Or participate online, streaming from wherever you are and connecting with millions around the world

This is a rare opportunity to slow down, reconnect, and add your presence to a worldwide wave of peace.

On-site registration:
https://artoflivingretreatcenter.secure.retreat.guru/program/world-meditation-day/?form=1&lang=en

Online registration:
https://event.us.artofliving.org/us-en/lp1/the-world-meditates-with-gurudev

We look forward to meditating with you and spreading peace across the planet.

Art of Living Retreat Center
639 Whispering Hills Rd, Boone, NC 28607

What if you felt truly prepared to support someone at the end of life—with confidence, compassion, and clarity?As part o...
12/17/2025

What if you felt truly prepared to support someone at the end of life—with confidence, compassion, and clarity?
As part of our Guest Presenter Series, International End of Life Doula Association educators Shelby Kirillin and Neiasha Russell lead a five-day End-of-Life Doula Training rooted in presence, ethics, and compassionate care. This immersive training offers a strong professional foundation and the tools needed to support others through life’s most sacred transition.
Follow this link to learn all about this upcoming training: https://artoflivingretreatcenter.org/retreat/presenter/shelby-kirillin-neiasha-russell/inelda-end-of-life-doula-training/?comet_source=fb. Step into a role that truly matters.

✨ We’re deeply grateful for this community.The Art of Living Retreat Center has been nominated for The Zoe Report’s Best...
12/16/2025

✨ We’re deeply grateful for this community.
The Art of Living Retreat Center has been nominated for The Zoe Report’s Best U.S. Spiritual Retreat, and voting is about to close.
If this place has supported your journey in any meaningful way, your vote truly matters and helps us continue sharing practices rooted in peace, connection, and wellbeing.
🗳️ Cast your vote here: https://www.thezoereport.com/living/readers-choice-awards-best-us-spiritual-retreat
Thank you for being part of this community—we appreciate you.

What if winter isn’t something to rush through?This snow-covered view of our main Meditation Hall reflects the wisdom of...
12/16/2025

What if winter isn’t something to rush through?
This snow-covered view of our main Meditation Hall reflects the wisdom of the season—slowing down, turning inward, and honoring rest as a form of renewal. These quiet moments create space for clarity and deeper connection.

Wishing everyone a bright and peaceful start to Hanukkah.May the season bring warmth, hope, and light to all who celebra...
12/15/2025

Wishing everyone a bright and peaceful start to Hanukkah.
May the season bring warmth, hope, and light to all who celebrate.

What if you could pause the world and return to yourself?As part of our Guest Presenter Series, the Yoga Retreat for Wom...
12/14/2025

What if you could pause the world and return to yourself?
As part of our Guest Presenter Series, the Yoga Retreat for Women of Color® invites you into a nurturing space of healing, clarity, and joy. Guided by Yoga Retreat for Women of Color (TM) with Maya Breuer and Kiesha Battles, this weekend weaves meditation, ancient mindfulness, and storytelling to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and renew your spirit.
Learn more about this empowering retreat here: https://artoflivingretreatcenter.org/retreat/presenter/maya-breuer-kiesha-battles/yoga-retreat-for-women-of-color/?comet_source=fb. Your inner peace is waiting.

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639 Whispering Hills Road
Boone, NC
28607

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Monday 9am - 11pm
Tuesday 9am - 11pm
Wednesday 9am - 11pm
Thursday 9am - 11pm
Friday 8am - 12am
Saturday 8am - 12am
Sunday 8am - 11pm

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The Art of Living Retreat Center is the perfect place to begin your journey to wellness. Set amidst more than 380 acres of pristine forest high up in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a tranquil sanctuary. Embrace the art of living in a pristine natural setting of Boone, North Carolina.

With vast open skies, magnificent panoramic views stretching to the horizon, delicious plant-based meals, and relaxing environment - it is here, in this peaceful sanctuary for the soul, that inner balance is nurtured and restored.

You’ll find an immersive workshop or retreat that’s perfect for your individual path. Be inspired to transform, grow, heal, relax, and renew with some of the best teachers in the world and through our renowned signature programs that have enhanced the lives of millions. Choose from a wealth of well-being retreats; yoga, meditation, and mindfulness to holistic programs and Ayurvedic wellness retreats, or create your own vacation - the Center is rich with offerings. Enjoy a variety of daily classes and activities, a rejuvenating Ayurvedic treatment at our award-winning spa, or explore the abundance of natural open spaces and nature trails - the choice is yours.

We are dedicated to making your stay extraordinary. Whether you’re a community group or solo traveler, we invite you to experience unparalleled nourishment in mind, body, and spirit.