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College of Tao

Qi Gong, Meditation & Wellness Retreat - 2026

April 21-26

Boone, North Carolina

Retreat will be in person in Boone and with an option of Zoom

Revitalize Mind and Body
In the Blue Ridge Mountains

Welcome to our All-Inclusive Taoist Retreat, where you can rejuvenate your spirt.

RETREAT AMENITIES

• 5 Day Retreat  

• Online via Zoom or In Person

• Comfortable Accommodations,

• Delicious Organic Vegetarian Meals

• Your Choice of:

• 3 Person Room

• Double Occupancy Room 

• Private Room​

CLASSES + OFFERINGS

  • Eight Treasures Qi Gong

  • Cosmic Tour Bagua - Dr. Arnold Tayam

  • I-Ching Study - James Tuggle

  • Taoist Meditation & Healing

  • Harmony Style Tai Chi - Peter Stege

  • Nutrition​​

  • California Acupuncture Board & NCCAOM   CEU Credits Available (8 hours)

Art of Living Retreat Center

Set amidst 380+ breathtaking acres

of pristine forest high up in the Blue

Ridge Mountains of Boone, North

Carolina, the Art of Living Retreat

Center is a renowned sanctuary of

peace that eases the mind and

inspires the soul.

Art of Living Retreat Center

639 Whispering Hills Rd.

Boone, North Carolina 28607

Dr. Mao Shing Ni, Longevity Specialist and NY Times best selling author, will Guide us to Cultivate Tao to harmonize with all changes, and teach practices that allow us to keep our spiritual lights shining brightly.

Dr. Mao Shing Ni

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Retreat Payment Section

Retreat Payment Section

Please choose either three payments or full payment

Shared Room for 3

Shared Room for 2

Private Room

Airports close to Art of Living Retreat Center

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): 96 miles; busiest airport, most flight options.

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): ~84-85 miles; smaller, easier to navigate than CLT. 

Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) (TN): ~60-70 miles; good option for western access.

Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO): ~100 miles; alternative for central NC.

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