Floating is a proven, relaxing wellness experience, involving floating in magnesium-rich water in a specially designed float room. Whilst floating, you experience what it feels like to be completely weightless for a moment.
All stimuli – such as gravity, light and sound – are eliminated, allowing your brain to experience a deep sense of calm.
During a float session, your brain produces what are known as theta waves (brain waves). The more relaxed you are, the greater the likelihood of strong theta waves. This is accompanied by a reduction in the stress hormone cortisol and the release of recovery-promoting hormones such as endorphins and melatonin.
Floating therefore helps to manage chronic pain and alleviate mental health issues such as stress and burnout. Furthermore, by floating in magnesium salt, it helps to relax your muscles, improve your sleep and allow your body to recover mentally. This recovery is comparable to that achieved by 5 hours’ sleep.
Are you pregnant? If so, it is particularly pleasant to experience weightlessness whilst floating and to allow your spine and pelvis – which are under extra strain – to relax.
EFFECTS OF FLOATING:
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Proven reduction in stress hormone (cortisol).
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Promotes recovery after physical labour and sport.
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Improves blood circulation.
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Enhances concentration and creativity.
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Improves sleep patterns.
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Relieves pain and lowers blood pressure.
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Nourishes the skin through the use of Epsom salt.
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Combats fatigue.
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Relieves strain on the spine and restless legs during pregnancy, and aids recovery after childbirth.
WE PLACE GREAT EMPHASIS ON HYGIENE IN OUR FACILITIES. AFTER EACH SESSION, THE WATER IS PURIFIED USING A UNIQUE FILTER SYSTEM THAT UTILISES OZONE AND UV RADIATION. VIRUSES AND BACTERIA CANNOT SURVIVE, SO YOU CAN ALWAYS ENJOY CRYSTAL-CLEAR, CLEAN AND MAGNESIUM-RICH WATER.
FLOAT ROOM
Floating takes place in a private float room. This is a well-ventilated ‘room’ containing your own float tank filled with magnesium-rich water. This room is located within a private bathroom, which is at your disposal for the duration of the float session. The bathroom features a changing area, a shower and everything you need for a relaxing float session: towels, shower gel, shampoo and earplugs. Floating can be a moment just for yourself, or you can book for two people and each float in your own private float room. So you never float together in the same tub. In our float rooms, we use Epsom salt (magnesium sulphate), which increases your magnesium levels through absorption via the skin. As a result, floating also has a positive effect on skin conditions.
WHAT WILL I EXPERIENCE DURING MY FLOAT SESSION?
You’ll float in a float tank filled with salt water. In this float room, you’ll try to avoid as many stimuli as possible. The soothing music and subdued lighting are wonderfully relaxing, but ideally you’ll switch both off to minimise sensory input. The water is so salty that you float effortlessly. This eliminates all sensations of gravity. In this way, we create a low-stimulus environment and you experience a feeling of weightlessness. It’s as if your body is floating in space. A perfect way to relax, recover and reduce stress.
Floating is something you have to learn; the first time without any stimuli isn’t immediately relaxing for everyone. You’ll find that you’re not used to having no stimuli and simply ‘switching your mind off’. During your first float, you may still be alert to what’s happening whilst you’re weightless. You’ll have no sense of time and you might still find it a bit difficult to release tension in your body.
If you come to float more often – for example, with an introductory package – you’ll actually find that you slip into a deep state of relaxation much more quickly, because you already know what to expect. Afterwards, you can have a refreshing shower and relax in our lounge with a cup of tea or filtered water.
WHAT SHOULD I LOOK OUT FOR?
Make sure you arrive well in advance of your float session, so that you can wind down in peace before stepping into the tank. Rushing is rarely a good idea, not even before or after a float session. It disrupts your relaxation and recovery. So, after your session, do take a moment to enjoy a cup of tea or a glass of water in our lounge before heading back into the hustle and bustle.
We’ll provide everything you need: shampoo, shower gel, towels and earplugs. If you use a specific shampoo or conditioner, please bring it with you. Try to wear as little jewellery as possible and take care with contact lenses.
Don’t eat a heavy meal before your float session and avoid caffeine and other stimulants for a few hours before your appointment. Please ensure you haven’t dyed your hair within 5 days of your float session, as the extremely salty water will cause the dye to run. This is a shame, of course, for your newly dyed hair, but also for our float tanks. Be careful when shaving or waxing your skin 1 to 2 days before your float, as the salt can irritate freshly shaved skin.
If you have a history of epilepsy or are taking medication for epilepsy, we advise against coming for a float session. If you are unable to get in and out of the tub unaided, we also advise against booking a float session.
If you are pregnant, you can come for a float up to and including 38 weeks. If you have recently given birth, you must wait 8 weeks before you can book an appointment. The skin in your vaginal area is still very thin after giving birth and may feel a burning sensation in the tub. If you are breastfeeding and would like to come for a float, please get in touch with us!
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