BFF 2026 Presenter Hub
Schedule • Venues • Check-in • Manager Contacts • Promo Materials
Bookmark this page. This is the private source of truth for presenters.
Live Updates (Arrival/Parking/Weather): For any real-time changes (construction, parking, shuttle, weather), always check the public Festival Info Hub:
Quick Links
You’re Invited!
You’re invited to a private Barefoot & Free shopping night at Vuori Somerset on Sunday, August 2—an after-hours little pre-festival meet-up to connect, shop, and kick off the weekend energy (plus 20% off all items). Space may be limited, so please RSVP on Eventbrite here:
Mandatory Presenter Check-In
This is non-negotiable!
Check-in location:
Presenter Check-in: Presenters can check in, in-person OR call/text the Manager On Duty during your offering time.
IF YOU TEACH ON CAMPING SIDE = check-in on camping side
IF YOU TEACH ON MAIN FESTIVAL SIDE = check-in on main festival side
If running late: contact your Manager On Duty (see below).
If you cannot check in 1 hour before: schedule may be adjusted to keep operations running smoothly.
Downloadable PDF
Festival Locations + Parking/Access + Check-in
Barefoot & Free takes place across two main areas. Please allow extra time to park and move between venues.
IF YOU TEACH ON CAMPING SIDE = check-in on camping side
IF YOU TEACH ON MAIN FESTIVAL SIDE = check-in on main festival side
Main Festival Grounds
Proud Lake Recreation Area (Riverhawk Conference Center and Lodge)
3500 N Wixom Rd, Commerce, MI 48382
Camping Grounds
Walled Lake Outdoor Education Center
3577 Sleeth Ct, Commerce Twp, MI 48382
Note: The festival spans both areas—allow extra time to park + walk/shuttle between venues.
State Park Pass + Entry
A State Park Pass is required for access.
In-state pass may be associated with your license plate.
Pass info: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp
On-site purchase/payment: Cash, card, or check is accepted. Important: you cannot purchase a pass or enter if your tabs/plates are expired—please double-check before you arrive.
Live Arrival/Parking Updates
Construction, detours, parking/shuttles, and weather updates will be posted on the public Festival Info Hub:
Camping Grounds Parking + Unloading (Campground Side)
Camping
Parking attendants will direct campers to appropriate camping spots.
There may be options to camp near your car or park and pitch your tent in areas not available for vehicle parking (follow staff directions onsite).
Bunkhouse
Parking attendants will direct you.
There will be designated areas to unload/load luggage for the bunkhouse, then you’ll relocate your vehicle to a nearby lot.
Campground / Bunkhouse House Rules (Stable)
No food in the bunkhouse
[[UPDATE: confirm whether to include the “$500 fine” language or keep it simple]]
Food can be stored in the cafeteria (shelves + coolers available)
Quiet hours: 10:30pm – 7:00am
Cafeteria indoor bathrooms: closed 11:00pm – 7:00am (porta potties always open)
Bunkhouse bathrooms: always open
Presenter Check-In (Mandatory)
You must check in at least 1 hour before your scheduled class/session.
If you cannot meet the 1-hour check-in requirement, please inform us immediately. We reserve the right to adjust/remove sessions if this isn’t followed (this protects the flow of the schedule and operations).
The festival is spread out in the woods — if you are new to BFF, allow extra time to park, find your venue, and get oriented.
Presenter Marketing Materials & Assets
This is your marketing materials section — please save/bookmark it.
Option A (recommended): Use our Canva templates
Canva templates (view-only):
Important: This link is view-only to protect the original file.
To create your own editable version:
Open the Canva link
Click Use template / Customize this template (wording may vary)
Edit your name + class details
Download:
Instagram post: PNG (square)
Instagram story: PNG (story size)
Option B: Don’t use Canva (use logo downloads)
If you prefer your own photo/graphics, please add a Barefoot & Free logo:
BFF logo downloads (black + white):
Tip:
Use the white logo on dark/busy photos
Use the black logo on light/bright photos
Ticket links to use (important)
Use either link below:
Festival page (info + passes):
https://www.barefootandfreeyoga.com/2026-barefoot-free-yoga-festival-1
Passes-only page (ThriveCart checkout):
https://barefootandfreeyoga.thrivecart.com/festival-passes-v2/
Extra helpful: Use the actual ticket link in IG Stories + on Facebook (not only “link in bio”).
Tag us + hashtags (visibility)
Tag: @barefootandfreeyoga
Suggested hashtags: #barefootandfree #barefootandfreeyogafestival #michiganyoga #yogafestival
Ticket links to use (important)
What to include in your post/story
Please include (on the graphic or in your caption):
Your name
Your offering/class title
(Optional) 1–2 line description
Festival dates: August 7–9, 2026
Location: Proud Lake Recreation Area (Commerce, MI)
CTA: “Purchase passes” + ticket link (below)
Barefoot & Free logo (your logo optional)
Promotion requirement (per Presenter Agreement)
Presenters agree to promote the festival at minimum with:
3 feed posts, and
3 story posts that include the ticket link (or your affiliate link/code, if applicable)
If you were given a coupon code, use your affiliate link/code instead of the general ticket link.
Who To Contact
Manager On Duty
Manager schedule will be posted here closer to the festival.
In the meantime: if you’re running late or have an urgent issue during your offering, contact Amy G: 616-834-3126.
Tuesday
11AM–4PM — Heather Jones — 248-890-6693 — Mainground
1PM–6PM — Anna Gutierrez — 248-343-0224 — Mainground
2PM–7PM — Youzar (Joel Nieman) — 313-287-5719 — Mainground
Wednesday
10AM–4PM — Heather Jones — 248-890-6693 — Mainground
4PM–6PM — Tanya Pence — 810-623-4755 — Mainground
Thursday
9AM–2PM — Tanya Pence — 810-623-4755 — Mainground
10AM–3PM — Sarah Nussdorfer — 813-362-5460 — Mainground/Campground
5PM–9PM — Amy Galioto — 616-834-3126 — Campground
Friday
7:45AM–2PM — Anna Gutierrez — 248-343-0224 — Main Grounds
7:45AM–2PM — Lana Winters — 248-535-6371 — Main Grounds
7:45AM–12PM — Tanya Pence — 810-623-4755 — Campground
7:45AM–2PM — Sarah Nussdorfer — 813-362-5460 — Campground
12PM–7PM — Heather Jones — 248-890-6693 — Campground
2PM–4PM — Tanya Pence — 810-623-4755 — Main Grounds
4PM–12AM — Lana Winters — 248-535-6371 — Main Grounds
7PM–11PM — Youzar (Joel Nieman) — 313-287-5719 — Campground
7PM–11PM — Jen Landers — 586-675-1102 — Campground
Saturday
6:30AM–12:30PM — Lana Winters — 248-535-6371 — Main Grounds
7AM–12PM — Amy Galioto — 616-834-3126 — Campgrounds
10AM–2PM — Laurie Matheny — 248-535-6371 — Maingrounds
11AM–4PM — Heather Jones — 248-890-6693 — Campgrounds
2PM–12AM — Lana Winters — 248-535-6371 —Main Grounds
3PM–7PM — Amy Galioto — 616-834-3126 — Campgrounds
3PM–7PM — Anna Gutierrez — 248-343-0224 — Main Grounds
6PM–11PM — Youzar (Joel Nieman) — 313-287-5719 — Campgrounds
6PM–11PM — Tanya Pence — 810-623-4755 — Campgrounds
Sunday
6:30AM–12:30PM — Lana Winters — 248-535-6371 — Main Grounds
8AM–2PM — Laurie Matheny — 248-535-6371 — Main Grounds
8AM–2PM — Sarah Nussdorfer — 813-362-5460 — Campgrounds
11AM–4PM — Tanya Pence — 810-623-4755 — Campgrounds
12PM–4PM — Jen Landers — 586-675-1102 — Main Grounds
1PM–4PM — Heather Jones — 248-890-6693 — Main Grounds/Campgrounds (wherever needed)
Venue Directory
Presenter Logistics
Use this section to understand the vibe + setup for each venue. Most presenters will park like attendees and walk to their venue. If you have special needs (gear, mobility, sound, unloading), reach out to Amy in advance so arrangements can be made.
Weather note: We do not have a single standardized indoor swap for every venue. If weather impacts your offering, the team will coordinate an adjusted location/time in the moment.
Before you teach:
Check in with your Manager On Duty (see section above) 1 hour before your scheduled class (mandatory).
The festival spans two main areas (Proud Lake + Walled Lake/Campgrounds).
Budget extra travel time between venues.
Mermaid Cove / The Bridge sits between the two sides—plan extra time if your class is there or you’re moving between areas.
If you need immediate help during your class time, contact your Manager On Duty (see Manager section above)
For any live changes (construction, parking routes, shuttles, weather alerts), check the public Festival Info Hub
Main Festival Grounds (Proud Lake side)
Fairy Glen / Yoga Tent
Location: A large tent. Surrounded by trees in the field behind the Eagles Den
Equipment: Microphones and sound system provided.
Sound & Tech Support: Contact Amy G with any necessities.
Parking: VERY Limited parking available; short-term parking for loading and unloading during scheduled class times only. YOU MUST LET US KNOW AHEAD OF FESTIVAL IF YOU INTEND TO PARK TEMPORARILY
Eagles Den
Location: Indoor building next to vendor area, close to music stage.
Facilities: Building holds about 45-50 people. Sound system available with bluetooth connection. No microphone provided. You are welcome to bring any of your own equipment.
Instructions: this venue tends to fill-up so have people set-up close together.
Magic Moon
Magic Moon
Location: building halfway down the road before the main festival area with a sign that reads Annex .
Parking: has its own parking lot. Presenters will have a parking spot only while you're teaching and move to the overflow lot after.
Facilities: Building holds about 35-40 people, Has indoor bathrooms; option to hold class in the grassy area outside.
Equipment: Speaker available, no microphone. MUST be plugged in when finished using for next users' convenience.
Instructions: Keep doors closed when not in use.
Phoenix Fire
Location: Centered on the bank of the River. This venue is located on the outer trail that frames Main Festival Grounds. The trail can be accessed from the top of Healing Vendor Village or where the trail meets on the far side of Eagles Den (the building in the middle of the Main Festival Grounds.
Facilities: wooded area with built-in wooden benches encircling a fire pit with a view of the river in an opening in the woods. No Tent or inside space at this venue. No speakers or mic’s provided. In the case of rain we have some indoor spaces available on the camping side of the festival
Music Stage
Location: Center area with a big stage.
Equipment: Microphones and sound system provided. Tech Support available.
Sound & Tech Support: BFF26 Sound Tech
Name: Lo
Phone : 1-586-439-8226
Please identify your:
Name:
Day & time :
Venue: (the only Venues that have equipment presenters would need your help with)
1. The Yoga Tent aka Fairy Glen
2. Music Stage
Your need / request:
Parking: VERY Limited parking available; short-term parking for loading and unloading during scheduled class times only. YOU MUST LET US KNOW AHEAD OF FESTIVAL IF YOU INTEND TO PARK TEMPORARILY
Pixie Playground (Kids Zone)
Location: Near the Main Entrance
Facilities: This year we will have a tent set up. You have the option to hold class in the grassy area out front or in the tent whichever suits your offering.
Instructions: Kids classes and childcare MUST greet parents and ensure children are checked in and out.
Between Locations (Connector Zone)
Mermaid Cove / The Bridge (aka Mermaid Cove / River Bridge)
Location: Beach area by the water. This is a rustic venue
Facilities: No Tent or inside space at this venue. No speakers or mic’s provided.
Instructions: Talks or nature classes can meet at the beach and once all attendees arrive you can hold class on the beach or grassy area behind the paddle boards. There is also an area over the bridge with wood benches that could be a great place to congregate or you can find a quiet wooded space that suits you.
Camping Grounds (Walled Lake side)
Goddess Tent
Location: NEW this year Goddess tent is on the Campground side of the festival.
Facilities: It is not actually a tent this year. It is the pavilion with picnic tables, a surrounding grassy area, and a fire pit right before Om Oasis (the Yurt in the woods). There is a regular bathroom building nearby.
Equipment: A bluetooth speaker is provided, no microphone needed for this intimate venue.
Om Oasis / The Yurt
Directions: The Yurt is back in the woods. You see a covered picnic pavilion (the new Goddess Tent) from the road, you pass that and a fire pit and then you’ll see the Yurt set back in the woods.
Space Description: The Yurt is a smaller, intimate space with the option to accommodate additional students on the deck around it (windows can open for this purpose).
Considerations: It can be buggy, so bringing bug spray is advisable if planning to use the outdoor deck for teaching.
Equipment Available: A speaker is provided, but there is no headset. If a headset is crucial, teachers should bring their own.
Arrival Time: Teachers should plan to arrive at the Yurt at least 30 minutes before their scheduled class. Due to limited space, it operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and students may start arriving early.
Advertisement: It is important to note that the Yurt is advertised as first come, first serve, so teachers may have students waiting outside before the class begins.
Facilities: There is a regular outdoor bathroom near the Yurt by the fire pit for convenience.
Creation Station / Classroom 1
Location: Indoor classroom space. Inside the main camping building across from the bunk house.
Facilities: Tables and chairs ideal for structured talks or sit-down workshops. Tables and chairs can be moved to the side to allow for sessions to be held on the floor. Carpeted floor. Lots of windows and a door to the covered patio overlooking the campground.
Speaker Usage: A speaker is available for music and MUST be plugged in when finished using for next users' convenience.
Microphone: Not provided. Generally unnecessary due to the size of the spaces
Classroom 2
Location: indoor space. Inside the main camping building across from the bunk house
Facilities: large yet intimate room filled with couches center on a large faire p;ace. Ample room for sitting on the floor as well. Couches can be used or moved to the side for more floor space. carpeted floor.
Speaker Usage: A speaker is available for music and MUST be plugged in when finished using for next users' convenience.
Microphone: Not provided. Generally unnecessary due to the size of the spaces
Butterfly Landing
Location: Faces the campground, not visible from the trail directly.
Facilities: small covered concrete patio and large grass area available.
Speaker Usage: A speaker is available for music and MUST be plugged in when finished using for next users' convenience.
Microphone: Not provided. Generally unnecessary due to the size of the spaces
Wisdom Keepers
Location: Near the main building and shala bunkhouse, visible from the trail.
Facilities: Tables on concrete patio (not covered ) or optional grass area
Speaker Usage: A speaker is available for music and MUST be plugged in when finished using for next users' convenience.
Microphone: Not provided. Generally unnecessary due to the size of the spaces
Final Reminders (Save This)
Mandatory: Check in 1 hour before your scheduled offering.
Live updates (construction/parking/shuttles/weather):
https://barefootandfreeyoga.squarespace.com/festival-info-hub
If you’re running late or something is urgent during your offering: Contact Manager On Duty (posted here closer to the festival) or Amy G: 616-834-3126
Need an exception (gear/unloading/sound/parking accommodation)? Reach out to Amy in advance so arrangements can be made.