About the Sauna
Our Sauna is built from cedar planks and uses an electric heater with stones. You are welcome (and encouraged) to spoon water over the rocks to create steam, or as they say in Finnish, löyly - the spirit of the sauna experience.
With both high and low benches, you can choose a spot with the amount of heat that feels good to you. Want a specific heat? Please ask us to adjust the temperature setting when you arrive. Typically we keep it at around 178°F.
We chose a traditional Sauna over the infrared versions because of the beauty of the tradition of slowing down, basking in the heat, and all the effects that strong heat and meditation have on the nervous system and the mind.
You may either book a session for yourself or with friends (at booking you will see an option to reserve for 1, 2, 3 or 4 people). Your bookings are only for you and the people you book for, you won’t see other parties in the Sauna with you.
Use of our rainfall shower is included with your Sauna session. You are free to move back and forth between the shower and the Sauna for the full duration of your visit (they are right next to each other).
PLEASE NOTE: Sauna bathing is not recommended while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant, have low blood pressure, or experienced a recent cardiac event.
About your Visit
When you arrive, you will be greeted and shown to the Sauna area. At that time you will be asked if you have any questions about the Sauna experience so if you are new to Sauna bathing we’ll help you feel comfortable!
Please note that due to the size of our space and number of bookings we are unable to accommodate early arrivals. If you get here early, you are welcome to wait at the table outside our entrance or visit our lovely neighbors around Bow Market!
We provide two towels for each visitor. If you would like additional towels or sandals/slides for your visit, you may bring anything you like.
We ask that you wear swimwear or other light, minimal clothing. There is a curtain for privacy from the rest of the studio, but you may encounter another person passing through to use the restroom.
If you bring swimwear/a towel/etc you may want to bring a waterproof bag to carry them out in.
A note on jewelry: anything that remains touching your body (e.g. rings) will not get super hot - however, if they’re made of a metal that can tarnish you may not want to get them sweaty as it will encourage that process.
Please shower/rinse before entering the sauna to remove lotions, makeup, etc - your body will sweat better and clear out your pores more effectively when you’re clean and damp, plus it’s better for the wood of the sauna too! You may move back and forth between the sauna and shower as often as you like throughout your session.
There is a bucket of water that you are welcome and encouraged to ladle over the hot rocks to create steam! We put a small amount of lavender and mint essential oils in the water for a delicate fragrance and extra sinus clearing power. If you are allergic to either of these herbs or would prefer plain water please let us know!
The shower is stocked with paraben and sulfate free shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, and lotion with a lightly herbal lavender & mint scent.
Booking through the “Sauna” calendar is open during times that are more private (the only things that may be happening concurrently are Massage Therapy or Acupuncture sessions, or 1:1 Strength Coaching). You may see someone passing through to use the restroom.
Booking through the “Sauna - Member Schedule” is available to anyone with a Membership (recurring autopay) for any of our offerings. The Member Schedule includes expanded availability during higher traffic times such as during our Strength or Mobility classes, therefore there may be less privacy and more noise. Members are still welcome to book through the regular “Sauna” schedule if they prefer a quieter setting.