FLOTATION THERAPY

Quite simply, flotation is the most effective method for stress relief and relaxation. The flotation tank has 10″ of water saturated with 1000 pounds of Epsom salt, creating incredibly buoyant water for you to float on. The water is heated to skin temperature (95.5 F). Once you’re settled, it is virtually impossible to distinguish what parts of your body are in contact with the water and which aren’t. Since your senses are void from input, the pool is sometimes also called a sensory deprivation pool. However, we often notice our senses go into hyperdrive while floating right down to hearing yourself blink, which makes for a pretty amazing experience.

A float session is typically one hour. to 90 minutes. The hour usually goes by waaaay faster than you’d expect (our average customer usually says it felt like 30-45 minutes long). you have 5-10 minutes before and after to shower and get dressed!

We can usually accommodate longer float sessions -- just ask!

We also recommend that you carve out time post-float for reflection and continued relaxation. Coming out of a float session, you might feel euphoric or even a little disoriented; you’ve just had a solid hour of time to yourself, so jumping right back into daily life might be slightly jarring. Even if it’s a few minutes, we invite you to enjoy sit in our lobby with a juice or water and gather or sketch out your thoughts before going about your day.

Since it is a private experience, most people choose not to wear any clothing. You’ll have the room to yourself and be required to shower both before and after. Anything you wear will press against your body, becoming a possible distraction. Please feel free!

Yes! All stages of pregnancy are ok to float, except for women that are having difficulties physically or internally during the first trimester, in which case, simply consult with your obgyn. Floating is ideal for pregnant women as it alleviates pressure on the skeletal system, joints and assists in relieving muscle tension. It also positively affects mood and sleep. Here is some other information about pregnancy and floating:

Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt)

Epsom Salt will decrease aches and pains that come with pregnancy. Magnesium is completely natural. It reduces inflammation, relaxes muscles that are responsible for contraction, repairs body tissues, interferes with pain receptors, regulates blood sugar levels, and helps to increase serotonin (the feel-good hormone). Magnesium will help your sweet baby too, as it is an essential ingredient in healthy bone and organ formation. Plus, magnesium is one of the main components of mother’s milk!

Our float pods are spacious (8.5 feet long, 5 feet wide and 4.25 feet high) allowing one to put their arms over their head, out to the sides, and sit up in the pod if necessary. It is large enough to enter and exit the pod while in a standing position. Although many choose to float in complete darkness, inside lighting is available, and the door to the float pod can be opened at any time. The thought of being in a dark space can be frightening to some. However, as with your eyes closed, total black does not create an enclosed, confined, limited, or restricted feeling; it actually seems vast or unlimited. You are in complete control of your surroundings and you can exit the pod at any time. This is not at all like an MRI where you have to sit perfectly still, amongst a tight enclosure.

Yes! Salt is a natural anti-microbial and antiseptic, especially at the high concentration present in the floatation pods. The water in our pods are completely filtered three times in between floats, through a high-tech filtration system which filters down to 1 micron and is then put through [ozonation][2] and UV filtration. Hydrogen Peroxide and other natural enzymes are added daily as part of our daily cleaning process. The water is many times more sanitary than a swimming pool or spa. [2]: http://www.water-research.net/index.php/ozonation

Yes. However, it may be wise to arrange your schedule so you don't have to rush out after your float. Many people enjoy savoring the peace and quiet before jumping back into the daily grind.

The float pod is filled with only 10-12 inches of water and has such a high density of Epsom salt that any individual, big or small, will float like a cork atop the water.

Our float tanks have been tested with floaters weighing up to 350 pounds who have been able to float without issue. Feel free to come in and try it! If for some reason it simply doesn’t work, we’ll refund you! (note: this has never happened)

In general, most people can float and floating is a wonderful way to manage stress, anxiety and inflammation, pain and sleep. The caution is that you will be subjected to a state of deep relaxation and while this is a good thing, you need to be sure that any medical condition that can be influenced by this deep state of relaxation, will not be problematic. Examples include things that may be life threatening, such as a seizure or asthma not controlled by medication. Please review the following list for other cautions. Feel free to contact us to clarify any questions or concerns.

Do not float if you suffer from uncontrolled seizures or epilepsy.

Do not float if you have an infectious disease or active widespread skin discorder like excema, psoriasis or shingles. The key here is infectious, or widespread. Small patches of skin disorders are fine and any possible discomfort from the super salty water can be mitigated by applying vaseline to the area.

Consult a physician if you are currently undergoing chemotherapy or if you have recently had any invasive medical procedures.

Those with very high or very low blood pressure should check with their physician.

Do not float with open wounds.

Do not float if you have uncontrolled kidney disease.

Do not float if you are intoxicated.

Use caution if you have tubes in your ears. Wearing earplugs while floating is always recommended.

Do not float in your first trimester of pregnancy if it has been a difficult period of time physically or internally. Otherwise, floating while pregnant is a great idea.

*Do not float if you have a urinary tract or yeast infection.

If you have any medical conditions not listed here but may be of concern, please consult a physician before your float session, and bring it to the attention of one of our staff members before you float.