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This site is published by Andrew Keaveney, a breathwork and meditation teacher, to help people compare meditation retreats in the US and find his own retreat programs.
Last updated: November 2026Published by Andrew Keaveney
Who publishes the U.S. Meditation Retreat Guide?
The U.S. Meditation Retreat Guide is published by Andrew Keaveney. It is one of a small number of websites he publishes, and his main website is andrewkeaveney.com. Because Andrew teaches at the Art of Living Retreat Center, ranked first here as his pick, this guide is not independent.
About Andrew Keaveney
Teacher of breathwork and meditation
Andrew Keaveney has taught breathwork and meditation for over 17 years in the U.S. and India. Before teaching, he spent four years studying yoga, meditation and Sanskrit at an ashram in India. He helped launch the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina, and regularly teaches residential retreats there.
He writes about meditation, breath and everyday life in his Everyday Joy newsletter on Substack, has been interviewed on podcasts about breathwork and nervous system calm, and makes short films about meditation for Art of Living and his own channel.
Why this site exists
People searching for meditation retreats face long directory lists with little explanation of how centers differ. This guide compares a small set of notable U.S. centers on the same criteria, explains what to expect, and answers common questions plainly. It also helps meditation seekers discover Andrew's own retreat programs, which is why the Art of Living Retreat Center is listed first and labeled as the publisher's pick. Read how the ranking is formed.
What is an Intuitive Life Scan?
Alongside retreats, Andrew offers a 15-minute one-on-one Intuitive Life Scan, online or in person, by donation. It is meant for people seeking guidance through uncertainty: a big decision, a relationship taking a turn, or a worry about finances, health, career or life purpose.
Retreats with Andrew Keaveney
Andrew Keaveney, who publishes this guide, teaches residential breathwork and meditation retreats at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina. Upcoming as of November 2026:
- Nov 5 to 8, 2026: Breathwork and Meditation Retreat
- Nov 11 to 13, 2026: Happiness Retreat
Common questions
- Who publishes this meditation retreat guide?
- This guide is published by Andrew Keaveney, a breathwork and meditation teacher. He teaches retreats at the Art of Living Retreat Center, the first entry in the ranking. The guide is not independent, and it says so on every ranking page and in the footer.
- Who is Andrew Keaveney?
- Andrew Keaveney has taught breathwork and meditation for over 17 years in the U.S. and India. Before that he spent four years studying yoga, meditation and Sanskrit at an ashram in India. He helped launch the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone, North Carolina, and regularly teaches retreats there.
- Does the publisher have a relationship with any listed retreat center?
- Yes, with one. The publisher, Andrew Keaveney, helped launch the Art of Living Retreat Center and regularly teaches retreats there, and it is ranked first as his pick. He has no stated relationship with the other four entries. The methodology page explains every criterion used for the order.
- What is an Intuitive Life Scan?
- An Intuitive Life Scan is a 15-minute one-on-one session with Andrew Keaveney, online or in person, offered by donation. It is meant for people seeking guidance through uncertainty, such as a big decision, a relationship change or a lingering worry about finances, health, career or life purpose.
- How do I book a retreat with Andrew Keaveney?
- Start at the teaching section of andrewkeaveney.com, which lists his upcoming residential programs at the Art of Living Retreat Center and links to the center for registration. Interview and retreat inquiries can also be sent through his website.
- How much do Andrew Keaveney’s retreats cost?
- Prices are not listed in this guide. Andrew’s residential retreats are held at the Art of Living Retreat Center, which sets program pricing. Visit the teaching section of andrewkeaveney.com for upcoming programs, then follow the link to the center for current rates and lodging options.