The Sanctuary:
Yoga to Reconnect, Retreat, and Recharge
with Amy Ippoliti
at the Good Earth Farm, April 11-13
Joy Collective Yoga is thrilled to announce "The Sanctuary: Yoga to Reconnect, Retreat, and Recharge," an immersive yoga retreat led by internationally renowned yoga teacher, author, and earth advocate Amy Ippoliti. This transformative weekend experience will take place April 11-13, 2025, at the beautiful Good Earth Farm in Lennox, South Dakota.
The retreat offers a unique opportunity for yoga practitioners of all levels to deepen their practice in a serene farm setting, guided by one of the most respected voices in modern yoga. Participants will engage in thoughtfully designed sessions balancing energizing movement with restorative practices, all while building meaningful connections within our growing regional yoga community.
Amy Ippoliti brings over 25 years of teaching experience to the retreat. As the co-founder of Vesselify School of Yoga (formerly 90 Monkeys), she has pioneered advanced yoga education for teachers and studios across 65+ countries. Her insights have been featured in prominent publications including Yoga Journal, Newsweek, Self Magazine, and New York Magazine.
The weekend's schedule includes:
The Joy Rebellion: Yoga, Rest & Radical Happiness
Friday Night, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Joy isn’t just a feeling - it’s fuel. In a world that can feel heavy, choosing joy is an act of resilience, a way to recharge, and a path back to yourself. This class is all about reclaiming joy through movement, breath, and deep rest. We’ll sweat, smile, and wrap up with deep relaxation—because rest, too, is a radical act. Come as you are!
Yoga Teacher Sangha
Saturday Morning, 8:30am - 9:30am
A yoga teacher gathering with coffee and tea.
The Sweet Spot: Yoga for This Moment – Upper Body
Saturday Morning, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Yoga teaches us that the real magic happens in the sweet spot—the place between too much and not enough, between pushing and pulling back. It’s where effort meets surrender, discipline meets freedom, and true growth unfolds. Explore this edge and learn how this tuning transforms both our practice, our lives, and even changes the world. Expect deep stretches for the chest, shoulders, and neck — balanced by moments of stillness, and practical tools to navigate life’s constant dance between effort and ease.
Come ready to experiment, explore, and find your own sweet spot.
The Sweet Spot: Yoga for This Moment – Lower Body
Saturday Afternoon, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Yoga teaches us that the real magic happens in the sweet spot—the place between too much and not enough, between pushing and pulling back. It’s where effort meets surrender, discipline meets freedom, and true growth unfolds. Explore this edge and learn how this tuning transforms both our practice, our lives, and even changes the world. Expect deep stretches for the hips, hamstrings, and lower back — balanced by moments of stillness, and practical tools to navigate life’s constant dance between effort and ease.
Come ready to experiment, explore, and find your own sweet spot.
Farm Dinner
Saturday Evening, 5:30pm
Enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal from the farm featuring woodfired pizzas and local spring greens.
Kula Flow: The Power of Us
Sunday Morning, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Yoga teaches us that we are never truly alone—we are part of something bigger. In a time when things are shaky, our true strength is in each other. This practice is about feeling held, seen, and uplifted through movement, breath, and the invisible threads that connect us all. Expect a mix of collective flow, grounding stillness, and deep rest—all designed to remind us of the power of community, both on and off the mat.
Come for the yoga, stay for the connection—because together, we are so much more.
About Amy Ippoliti
This training is led by Amy Ippoliti, an internationally renowned yoga teacher and co-founder of Vesselify Yoga. Known for her decades-long dedication to yoga education, Amy has helped shape thousands of yoga teachers, including Sarah Lindemulder, owner of Joy Collective Yoga Studio, who earned her 500-hour Teacher Certification studying directly with Amy. Sarah credits Amy’s innovative teaching methods for elevating her ability to deliver precise, empowering, and compassionate hands-on assists—skills you’ll have the opportunity to cultivate in this training.
Amy on the cover of “Yoga Journal”
About the Good Earth Farm
The farm is a place where memories are made. Meet the animals, walk around, grab a beverage, and enjoy the South Dakota prairie. The Good Earth is a working farm. Nancy and Jeff use sustainable practices to grow vegetables that are sold through their farm stand. They lovingly take care of the animals that are the life of this place. Their woodfired pizza ovens allow them to create a true farm to table experience. Nancy grows the ingredients that top the pizzas. Other ingredients are sourced from local growers.
The Good Earth Farm and Animal Sanctuary is located at 28318 466th Ave Lennox, SD 57039 and was just featured in a Super Bowl Ad with Google!
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to your questions here!
When is it?
Friday - Sunday, April 11th-13th.
Where is the Good Earth Farm?
Great Question! The weekend is at the Good Earth Farm located at 28318 466th Ave Lennox, SD 57039
Please note this is NOT at Good Earth State Park. Double check the address in your GPS or phone app before heading out.
Do I need to be yoga teacher to participate?
No! The workshops are geared towards anyone who desires to deepen their practice. Some previous experience with yoga is helpful.
What should I wear?
We recommend your favorite yoga duds or anything stretchy so you can move easily. But most importantly, dress for the weather! Layers are encouraged.
Do I need to bring a mat? What about other props?
Yes please! Bring a mat and if you already have blocks, a bolster, or yoga blankets. Extra props will be available for folks.
Do I need anything else?
We recommend bringing a bottle of water to keep you hydrated throughout the day.
Are there restroom facilities available?
Yes.
Refund Policy
All ticket sales are final and non refundable. No refunds will be issued for any reason including, but not limited to; weather, epidemic, fire, action of the elements, governmental order or order of any other legally constituted authority, act of God or the public enemy, war, riot or any other reason beyond the Joy Collective’s control. You are free to transfer your tickets or resell them at face value or less.
Still have question?
If you have other questions that aren’t answered here, feel free to send a message over to Sarah Lindemulder at hello@joycollectiveyoga.com.
