Become a Soul Sister
Who is a Soul Sister?
Becoming a Soul Sister opens a door; to adventure, to connection, to growth.
Soul Sisters love Nature, yoga, activities that feed the spirit, and community.
Step through into a world of unique day events, themed gatherings, overnights, and a full signature retreat.
Your membership includes:
Unique Day Events
Our woods are filled with edibles and objects to forage. Our ponds are a beautiful backdrop for a bonfire and ceremony. Our horses are friendly.
Soul Farm Events include activities like communing with the horses, yoga, meditation, ceremony, art, and foraging walks. Most days will include a complimentary meal to share.
A big bonus for our members is the option to add an overnight before or after many of our day events to create a mini retreat. For a small fee, you can book a space in our bunkhouse or tent. You will have access to our cute little vintage food trailer, Frances. You can add on some fun additions: a light breakfast in the morning, and/or a morning yoga practice with Judi. Customization, sister!
The Soul Sister Retreat
Fall asleep in our bunkhouses or tents, listening to bullfrogs, owls, coyote and always that one mystery critter we can talk about over coffee in the morning. Our Soul Farm Retreat includes yoga, food compliments of your sisters, and often ceremonies, breath work, meditation, or art.
Our new Soul Sisters community is designed to be more collaborative. A little sharing of the work helps so much. One of our goals is to create budget-effective options so our sisters don’t have to say no to a much needed retreat because of cost.
This year, we are offering one full signature retreat for our members, but we are also offering mini-retreats as well. In a mini-retreat, we all pitch in a little by making your bunkhouse bed, and helping out with a meal, and the result is a lot of fun that is even more budget-friendly. If you prefer a tent, we can help you pitch one of our bell tents.
Design your own day or overnight retreat
Maybe you simply need time in solitude. Or with a friend or two. Enjoy a day or overnight at Soul Farm.
A day retreat at Soul Farm begins with a drive in the country. We are less than 2 hours from Chicago. Bring a picnic and relax in a quiet, secluded spot. Enjoy the woods for walking or meditation. Have an outdoor shower after a yoga practice by the pond.
“Design your own retreat” is a unique perk for our Soul Sisters and up to three of their favorite female friends, and is available on select dates. Our bunkhouses, bell tents, bathhouse, and vintage food trailer are provided clean with fresh linens awaiting. Make your bed, stock the fridge, and relax. There will be places set up to eat, sit, practice yoga out of the elements, and the beauty of Soul Farm to enjoy.
Want an extra special treat? A light breakfast and coffee on the bunkhouse porch? Dinner under the oak trees? A private yoga class with Judi? These add ons are available for many dates.
Enjoy a day for no charge! An overnight stay and any add-ons incur an additional charge.
Online Yoga
Join Judi for live, online yoga classes and special ceremonies. Review our schedule and you’ll see full practices with great topics. You’ll also see online ceremonies that combine yoga with meditations and rituals that are surprisingly powerful. As a Soul Sister Community member, you receive 5 complimentary classes throughout the season.
Soul Sister Gazette
Once you become a member, you receive our email gazette. There, you’ll find stories about what’s going on here while you are back at home, photos of the animals and past events, updates to our events.
Have you been here on retreat? Well, you know that every retreat women share their inspiring books, movies, teachers and more. The Gazette is where we share these recommendations. And favorite Soul Farm recipes! Strawberry-rhubarb ice cream, anyone?
Collaboration
Do you have a skill you’d like to share? As a Soul Sister, we can work to make that happen. Cooking, gardening, art, yoga…online or in-person, share with us!
Are you willing to help out with the work involved in a retreat? Help with food, serving, cleanup, and you can attend for a discount or even free! While we all pitch in, a little extra can go a long way. There are limited opportunities for this, so reach out to me asap to book your slot.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Soul Sister Community?
Soul Sisters are women who are inspired by Nature, strong with yoga, and empowered by community.
How Can I Join?
Join by reaching out to Judi here. Judi will connect with you to discuss the membership and answer any questions, and provide the application.
How Much Does Membership Cost and What’s Included?
Membership is $95 for the season, April – October. Benefits include
- Members only invitation to our Soul Sister Signature Retreat, plus invitations for our mini-retreats (limited space to these events)
- Members only Farm Events
- Online yoga classes (5 free!)
- Design Your Own Retreat: opportunities on select days to create a private retreat day or overnight for yourself or small group
- Add-on overnight stays to day events
- Soul Sister Gazette
Are all the Online, Farm, and Retreat Events Free to Members?
There is a fee for most events. Being a Soul Sister should not only be fun, but a good value, and some Sisters can only join us once or twice a year. By covering costs by adding fees for events helps keep the membership fee low. Most events will require outside purchases, or presenter compensation. However, fees are far less than we have charged for public events. The goal is ease and accessibility for all.
As a Member, can I come to Soul Farm whenever I want?
One of my visions in creating this membership is that I would know the sisters and feel comfortable with casually sharing the property. I also want everyone to be safe, with support available. While we need to schedule visits in advance, sometimes even last-minute visits can be accommodated! Reach out!
Can I bring a guest for an overnight?
Members can bring up to 3 guests one time a year. The member is responsible for paying fees involved. Guests are welcome one time. If they love Soul Farm, encourage them to apply to be a Soul Sister!
Are the cute bell tents available for group or private retreats?
Yes! Judi can help you pitch one if she is available. They are very easy to pitch (all instructions are included; two people are recommended simply because they are a little heavy and there are a lot of stakes.) If rain is expected, this option is not available. Winds can create a hazard. Also, they must be put away after your retreat, and they cannot be put away wet.
Can I bring my own tent?
Sure! Let me know, and I will adjust the pricing of your event to reflect this.
Can I bring my significant other or a child?
Soul Farm is a women’s retreat space. Your women guests can be included within the guidelines above. We may have certain events, such as the Mother’s Day event, in which you can share with your daughter, niece, etc. While we see how the farm can be well-loved by men and boys (and we love them!) we truly want to honor the sanctity of the sister space.
I want to schedule a “Design My Own Retreat” – will I be the only person or group on the property?
We have two bunkhouses, each with four beds. If two groups wish to retreat on the same date, they will each have their own bunkhouse and will need to coordinate use of the food trailer.
Can I schedule a “Design My Own Retreat” anytime during the season?
Any off schedule use of the property needs to be scheduled in advance, and is not available at all times. But, it is available a lot! And, don’t forget, as a member, you can visit during the week as well as weekends.
I want to take online yoga, but they are mostly on Monday evenings. Is there another day/time we can take class?
All classes are recorded and available online for a limited time. But, if you really crave being there in the moment, and another day/time is better for you, let me know. Part of the Soul Sister charm is that your voice matters. We can start a discussion about better offerings if necessary. Or, add some extra classes in. I need the exercise, too!