Nov 5 to 8
Breathwork & Meditation Retreat
Residential retreat · Art of Living Retreat Center, Boone, NC · Thursday to Sunday, November 5 to 8, 2026
Breathwork and meditation retreats · Boone, North Carolina
Meditation retreats in USA with Andrew Keaveney
Last updated: November 2026
For meditation retreats in USA with hands-on breathwork instruction, Andrew Keaveney leads residential programs at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina. Andrew has taught breathwork and meditation for over 17 years in the U.S. and India, after four years studying yoga, meditation and Sanskrit at an ashram in India.
Where are the best meditation retreats in the USA for learning breathwork?
If your goal is to learn breathwork and meditation from an experienced teacher, a residential retreat with Andrew Keaveney in Boone, North Carolina is a strong place to start. He helped launch the Art of Living Retreat Center and teaches there regularly, so you learn from someone who knows the place and the practice. If you already meditate and want long stretches of strict silence, a dedicated silent retreat may suit you better. If you cannot travel, begin with his free guided meditations or an online Intuitive Life Scan.
Upcoming programs
Come sit with us in the mountains this November.
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Nov 11 to 13
Happiness Retreat
Residential retreat · Art of Living Retreat Center, Boone, NC · Wednesday to Friday, November 11 to 13, 2026
| Program | Dates | Days of week | Length | Weekdays off work | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breathwork & Meditation Retreat | November 5 to 8, 2026 | Thursday to Sunday | 4 days | 2 (Thursday, Friday) | Art of Living Retreat Center, Boone, NC |
| Happiness Retreat | November 11 to 13, 2026 | Wednesday to Friday | 3 days | 3 (Wednesday to Friday) | Art of Living Retreat Center, Boone, NC |
Prices are not listed on this site. See current rates and full program details on the Art of Living Retreat Center program calendar.
The short version
Meditation retreats in USA, explained plainly
What is a residential meditation retreat with Andrew Keaveney?
A residential meditation retreat with Andrew Keaveney is a multi-day program where you stay at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina, and learn breathwork and meditation under his guidance. Residential means you sleep, eat and practice in the same place for the whole program, so there is no commute between sessions and no return to your inbox each evening. Andrew pairs breath with meditation, and he has spoken in podcast interviews about how breathwork opens the door to meditation. His two November 2026 programs run three and four days. Retreats like these suit people who want real instruction rather than an app, and who are ready to set a few days aside to practice with a teacher and a group.
Andrew Keaveney by the numbers
- years teaching breathwork and meditation in the U.S. and India
- 17+
- years teaching breathwork and meditation in the U.S. and India
- years studying yoga, meditation and Sanskrit at an ashram in India
- 4
- years studying yoga, meditation and Sanskrit at an ashram in India
- residential retreats scheduled in Boone, NC for November 2026
- 2
- residential retreats scheduled in Boone, NC for November 2026
- minutes for a one-on-one Intuitive Life Scan, offered by donation
- 15
- minutes for a one-on-one Intuitive Life Scan, offered by donation
These are Andrew's own figures as of November 2026. A Life Scan can address five life areas: relationships, finances, health, career and life purpose.
Do meditation retreats work? What the research says
A systematic review and meta-analysis indexed on PubMedfound that traditional meditation retreats are moderately effective. Combined effect sizes were Hedge's g = 0.45 (95% CI 0.35 to 0.54, p < 0.00001, n = 19) in pre-post analyses, and g = 0.49 (95% CI 0.36 to 0.61, p <0.00001, n = 14) when retreats were compared with controls. In plain words: people tended to measure better after a retreat, and better than comparison groups. That research covers traditional retreats in general, not Andrew's programs specifically, and a retreat does not replace medical care. See the full numbers page.
How to book a meditation retreat with Andrew, step by step
Pick your program
Choose the Breathwork & Meditation Retreat (Nov 5 to 8) or the Happiness Retreat (Nov 11 to 13).
Open the listing
Go to the teaching section of andrewkeaveney.com and follow the link to the retreat center.
Check price and lodging
Current rates and room options are published by the Art of Living Retreat Center.
Plan your drive to Boone
Pack warm layers. Boone sits above 3,000 feet in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Boone, North Carolina
Retreats in Boone, NC, at the Art of Living Retreat Center
Andrew's retreats take place at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, a mountain town in the High Country of northwestern North Carolina. Andrew helped launch the center and regularly teaches there, which is why both of his November 2026 programs are held in Boone. The setting is part of the teaching: ridgelines, cool air and long views make it easier to slow down.
If you searched for meditation retreats in Boone, NC or yoga retreats in Boone, NC, the full guide to retreats in Boone, NCcovers dates, travel, November weather and local lodging numbers. For the center's complete calendar, visit the Art of Living Retreat Center.
Keep reading
Find the retreat that fits you
- Retreats in Boone, NCThe setting, dates, travel and lodging facts for meditation retreats in Boone, NC.
- Breathwork retreatHow a multi-day breathwork retreat differs from a breathwork workshop or an online class.
- Weekend meditation retreatThe Thursday to Sunday program that fits a long weekend in the mountains.
- Meditation retreat for beginnersWhat first-time meditators should check before booking a residential retreat.
- Best meditation retreats in the USA guide to choosing among US retreat formats, with a comparison table.
- Retreat research by the numbersWhat a published meta-analysis found about traditional meditation retreats.
Also from Andrew
Looking for guidance in uncertain times?
Retreats come first here, but if you face a big decision, a relationship taking a turn or a worry that will not let go, Andrew also offers the Intuitive Life Scan: a 15-minute one-on-one session, online or in person, offered by donation. Learn how a Life Scan works.
Questions people ask before booking
Read all 50 answers in the FAQWhen is the next retreat with Andrew?
As of November 2026, the next retreat is the Breathwork & Meditation Retreat, November 5 to 8, 2026, followed by the Happiness Retreat, November 11 to 13, 2026. Both are residential programs at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, NC. Check andrewkeaveney.com for programs added after these dates.
See this answer in the FAQHow much does a meditation retreat with Andrew cost?
Retreat prices are not listed on this site. The Art of Living Retreat Center publishes current pricing for each program. At residential retreat centers, the total often depends on the program and the lodging option you choose, so open the program listing from andrewkeaveney.com or the center's site to see the exact rate before you register.
See this answer in the FAQIs a meditation retreat good for beginners?
A guided retreat can be a strong start for beginners, because a teacher leads every session and daily distractions are set aside. Andrew writes openly for newcomers, including a post titled '3 things I wish I knew before starting meditation.' Confirm that a specific program suits first-timers on its listing before you register.
See this answer in the FAQWhat does residential retreat mean?
A residential retreat is one where you stay overnight at the venue for the length of the program. Both of Andrew Keaveney's November 2026 programs, the Breathwork & Meditation Retreat and the Happiness Retreat, are listed as residential retreats at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, NC. Check the center's program page for room and meal details.
See this answer in the FAQWhat are the best meditation retreats in the US?
The best meditation retreat in the US is the one that matches your goal, schedule and experience. For guided breathwork and meditation in a mountain setting, Andrew Keaveney's residential retreats in Boone, North Carolina are a good fit. Silent retreats and city centers suit other needs, so compare format, length and teacher first.
See this answer in the FAQShould I book a retreat or an Intuitive Life Scan?
Book a retreat if you want to learn breathwork and meditation and spend several days practicing. Book an Intuitive Life Scan if you have one specific question, such as a career decision or a relationship change, and want a short 15-minute conversation. Most visitors here start with a retreat, which is where Andrew teaches in depth.
See this answer in the FAQWhere are Andrew's retreats held?
Andrew's current residential retreats are held at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina. He helped launch the center and regularly teaches programs there. Boone is a mountain town in Watauga County, in the High Country of northwestern North Carolina, in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
See this answer in the FAQFind a quiet mind and joyful heart in the Blue Ridge.
See the upcoming residential retreats on Andrew's main site, then register through the retreat center.