I have been wanting to create a retreat since the beginning of 2020 and during this time it has allowed me to see a few of the flaws retreats create. Most retreats are in far away locations that ask for an allotted amount of time which addresses two problems with retreats; the cost (some not including price of travel) and time away from work and or family. Many people are not able to take a week off from their careers and/or families. Retreats pressure to adhere to a schedule of activities scheduled back to back to achieve ultimate relaxation. By the end of the retreat the placebo effect of relaxation is worn off leaving most feeling drained and back to their realities of life without the tools or knowledge to better understand how to avoid getting burned out. It’s hard being in a human body and living the human experience- how can one just be?

Announcing Element Yoga’s "Mend Easy" retreat this September in Yankton, South Dakota. Would you consider joining me and my fellow collaborator, Cassie Willett of Flow and Paddle, for a yoga retreat on and off the water? Relax in total comfort in this beautiful brand new home with 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a stunning view of the Lewis and Clark Lake and its grand Chalkstone Bluffs in Yankton, SD. A staycation away from home!  Enjoy coffee on the deck while watching the boats sail by or relax on the cozy couch by the fireplace. Within walking distance of the L&C Marina as well as walking and bike paths along the water’s edge. This retreat is a option for anyone, couples, families and/or groups of beings looking for the tools to heal.

Friday night (check-in 6 p.m.) we will start the night with veggie, meat and cheese charcuterie boards as everyone starts to settle into their rooms. During the duration of the retreat we will be offering our Open Fridge Policy, which allows guests to eat what they want and when they want to. Everyone has different times they eat and dietary restrictions we welcome everyone to make themselves at home. Our first night together, Tray will announce the activities, rules for the house and end the evening with a meditation. 

Saturday morning (9-11 a.m.) we will meet Cassie at Lake Yankton for a beautiful morning Stand Up Paddle Board class with Flow and Paddle. After our morning class, feel free to shower, make something to eat, take a nap or gather a group together for a lovely hike near by. In the afternoon we will regroup at The Lake House for a presentation from Tray to talk about emotions; what are they and how to coupe with each emotion healthily. This workshop is meant to be able to give you the tools you'll need in order to address your emotions as they come in your life. These tools are meant to guide you through the emotions in order to release them from the body that is an emotional store house. After our workshop and a few hours to decompress then we will all meet in the kitchen to make a meal a together. We will offering our Open Fridge Policy throughout the retreat, but on Saturday evening we will be inviting our guests to join us for a group dinner with the help of everyone! The secret to a good meal? To make it with love. After everyone is done eating we'll clean up together and wrap up the night with another nightly meditation before quiet hours (10 p.m.-8 a.m.).

Sunday morning yoga with Tray will start at 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. followed by free time for the rest of the day. This is a great opportunity to go for a hike, journal, sleep or whatever it means to relax for you. Guest who have paid for a second session with Flow and Paddle and/or oracle reading with Tray will take place during free time on Sunday. A closing celebrations will be at 5 p.m. followed along by check out at 6 p.m. from The Lake House.

 ***Cancellations made 30 days before the retreat, August 6th, 2021, will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations after September 6th, 2021 will receive a 60% refundable amount. $75 deposit is non refundable. Please be sure to read the fine print when booking***

Check-in time is 6 p.m. Friday night, September 17th

Everyone please arrive by is 7 p.m. 

Check-out is 6 p.m. Sunday, September 19th

Accommodation for 2 nights and 3 days

2 x yoga classes with Tray 2 x nightly mediation classes*

1 Journal

1 Stand Up Paddle-board lessons and yoga class on the water*

*All equipment is included for these lessons 

Payment Plan: For guests who are not able to pay in full at this time we have the option for a payment plan. Accessibility and inclusivity are important to Element Yoga, so guests are able to reserve their desired room for a deposit of $75 (non refundable) and 12 weekly payments amounts have been made for each room. Last payment will be made the week of the retreat.

Open Fridge Policy: Guests will have the freedom to eat what they want when they want rather than eating at scheduled times. We will ask guests to share with us some of their favorite foods to have in the kitchen and we will do our best to stock the fridge and cup boards with an array of foods including gluten free, diary free and any other items needed in order to be inclusive of other dietary restrictions. 

Extras: Guest have the option to purchase an oracle reading with Tray for Sunday afternoon and/or an extra class from Flow and Paddle.

Key home features: Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, stainless steel appliances, cabinets, pantry, WiFi, free washer and dryer, coffee bar with espresso and Nespresso machine, 2 furnished covered patios, outdoor gas grill and pizza oven, 8 flat screen TVs, outdoor parking for 6 vehicles. Lewis and Clark's amenities include a large lake with beach access about 1/2 mile from home. (Park entrance fee is included in stay) Close to area lake restaurants, rentals for kayaks, paddle boards, speed boats, pontoons, hiking, mini-golf, seasonal local outdoor bands, go-carts, laser tag, and more.

House Rules:

- No pets 

- No alcohol

-No smoking in the house or anywhere on the property.

-Quiet hours are from 10pm-8am 

-There are 4 security cameras around the outside of the house. Three for the front driveway and one for the lower back patio.