Weekend meditation retreat
A weekend meditation retreat in the Blue Ridge
Last updated: November 2026
Can I do a weekend meditation retreat with Andrew Keaveney?
Yes: Andrew Keaveney's Breathwork & Meditation Retreat runs Thursday to Sunday, November 5 to 8, 2026, so it covers a full weekend.
It is a residential retreat at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina, which means two weekdays off work buy you four days of breathwork and meditation with a teacher who has over 17 years of experience. A second, Wednesday to Friday program follows the next week.
| Program | Dates | Days | Weekdays used |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breathwork & Meditation Retreat | Nov 5 to 8, 2026 | Thursday to Sunday | 2 (Thursday, Friday) |
| Happiness Retreat | Nov 11 to 13, 2026 | Wednesday to Friday | 3 (Wednesday to Friday) |
Why a short retreat works
A long retreat abroad can mean a week or more away. A three to four day stay in the mountains is easier to fit around work and family, yet still long enough for practice to deepen. Because the retreat is residential, every hour you are there goes to rest and practice instead of travel between home and a studio.
Andrew has spoken about how quickly a few days can shift things, including a film titled "My Sleep Was Broken for a Month. This Fixed It in 48 Hours."
How to plan a weekend meditation retreat
- Request Thursday and Friday off for November 5 and 6, 2026.
- Register through the Art of Living Retreat Center.
- Plan your drive or flight to Boone, North Carolina.
- Leave Sunday evening free so you can return home without rushing.
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Weekend retreat questions
Can I do a weekend meditation retreat with Andrew?
Yes. The Breathwork & Meditation Retreat on November 5 to 8, 2026, runs Thursday to Sunday, so it covers a weekend with two weekdays added. The Happiness Retreat on November 11 to 13, 2026, runs Wednesday to Friday. Both are residential programs at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina.
How long are Andrew’s retreats?
The two programs listed for November 2026 run three to four days. The Breathwork & Meditation Retreat runs November 5 to 8, Thursday to Sunday, and the Happiness Retreat runs November 11 to 13, Wednesday to Friday. Both are residential, so you stay at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina, for the whole program.
Is there a breathwork retreat near me in North Carolina?
If you are in or near North Carolina, Andrew’s residential retreats at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone are a close option. The Breathwork & Meditation Retreat runs November 5 to 8, 2026. Many people in neighboring Southeastern states can reach Boone by car rather than flying, which keeps a short retreat simple.
What is the setting like in Boone?
Boone sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Andrew’s own photographs from retreats and quiet mornings there show clouds drifting through valleys, green ridges seen from above, mountain waterfalls and autumn trees around the retreat center at sunset. The setting invites time outdoors between sessions.
What should I bring to a meditation retreat?
Bring comfortable layered clothing, walking shoes and something warm, because Boone sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains and evenings can be cool. A water bottle and a notebook help too. For anything specific to your program, such as items the venue provides, check the program page on the Art of Living Retreat Center website or ask the center.
How much does a breathwork retreat cost?
Andrew’s retreat prices are not stated on this site; the Art of Living Retreat Center lists program details on its own website. For a market reference, The Retreat Company’s breathwork retreats page lists one UK retreat at £655/£870 for two nights. Prices vary by venue, length, room type and country, so confirm current pricing directly.
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