Meditation retreats

Meditation retreats in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Last updated: November 2026

Where does Andrew Keaveney teach meditation retreats?

Andrew Keaveney teaches residential meditation and breathwork retreats at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina.

Andrew helped launch the Art of Living Retreat Center and teaches there regularly. His meditation retreats bring together breathwork, meditation and quiet mountain time, drawing on over 17 years of teaching in the U.S. and India and four years of study at an ashram in India. Upcoming programs run in November 2026.

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Upcoming programs

Two residential retreats this November.

Nov 5 to 8, 2026
Breathwork & Meditation Retreat
Residential retreat · Art of Living Retreat Center, Boone, NC
Nov 11 to 13, 2026
Happiness Retreat
Residential retreat · Art of Living Retreat Center, Boone, NC

Dates as listed on andrewkeaveney.com as of November 2026. All programs at the Retreat Center

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What to expect

What is a residential meditation retreat like?

You stay on site

A residential retreat means you live at the venue for the length of the program rather than dropping in for a single class. Andrew's retreats are held at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, so practice, meals and rest happen in one place in the North Carolina mountains. That continuity is what lets a new practice settle in.

Breath first, then stillness

Andrew teaches breathwork and meditation together. He has spoken on podcasts about how breathwork opens the door to meditation: breathing practice gives a busy mind something concrete to do before you sit quietly. The Breathwork & Meditation Retreat, Nov 5 to 8, 2026, is built around that pairing.

Is a meditation retreat right for beginners?

A retreat can be a gentle first step because instruction, practice and rest are all handled for you. Andrew has written openly about the things he wishes he had known before starting meditation. Before you register, read the program description on the Retreat Center's site to confirm the retreat welcomes newcomers.

Pricing and registration

Retreat prices are not stated on this site. Registration, lodging and rates are handled by the Art of Living Retreat Center. Start on the teaching section of Andrew's main website, then follow the link to the program you want.

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Choosing a retreat

How do I choose among meditation retreats in the USA?

Compare any retreat on the same four points: where it is, how long it runs, who teaches it and what style of practice it uses. This site is published by Andrew Keaveney, and his own pick is his residential retreats in Boone, North Carolina, for readers who want breathwork and meditation taught together by a teacher with over 17 years of experience.

If you need a silent retreat, a different region, or a format that fits around a full work week, another program may suit you better. If you cannot travel yet, a 15-minute Intuitive Life Scan by donation is available online.

FAQ

Meditation retreat questions

Where does Andrew Keaveney teach meditation retreats?: Andrew teaches residential meditation and breathwork retreats at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina, in the Blue Ridge Mountains. He helped launch the Retreat Center and teaches there regularly. Over 17 years he has taught breathwork and meditation in both the U.S. and India. More in the FAQ
What meditation retreats are coming up?: As of November 2026, Andrew’s upcoming programs are the Breathwork & Meditation Retreat on Nov 5 to 8 and the Happiness Retreat on Nov 11 to 13. Both are residential retreats at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina. The Retreat Center lists all of its programs online. More in the FAQ
Is a meditation retreat good for beginners?: A residential retreat can be a strong start because instruction, practice and rest happen in one supportive setting. Andrew has written about the things he wishes he had known before starting meditation. Check each program’s description on the Retreat Center’s site to confirm it welcomes newcomers before you register. More in the FAQ
Does Andrew offer weekend meditation retreats?: His listed programs are short residential retreats. The Breathwork & Meditation Retreat runs Nov 5 to 8 and the Happiness Retreat runs Nov 11 to 13, 2026. For the exact arrival and departure days and whether a program fits a weekend, check the program page at the Art of Living Retreat Center. More in the FAQ
How much do Andrew’s meditation retreats cost?: Retreat prices are not stated on this site. Andrew’s residential retreats run at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina, and pricing for each program is set there. Check the current program page on the Retreat Center’s website for rates, lodging options and what is included. More in the FAQ
What are the best meditation retreats in the US?: The best retreat depends on what you want to learn, how long you can stay and the teacher’s background. This site, published by Andrew Keaveney, recommends his own residential retreats in Boone, North Carolina, as its pick, based on his 17+ years of teaching and his role launching the Retreat Center. More in the FAQ
How do I sign up for one of Andrew’s retreats?: Start on the teaching section of Andrew’s main website, which lists his upcoming programs and links to the Art of Living Retreat Center. Registration, pricing and lodging are handled through the Retreat Center’s program pages. Interview and retreat inquiries can also be sent through his main website. More in the FAQ

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