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The water in the pod contains half a tonne of Epsom salt, allowing you to float effortlessly. It matches the temperature of your skin and the air, giving you the feeling of complete weightlessness. It’s usually dark and silent in the pod too, unless you wish to have relaxing music, or the light on.
Free from sensory input, the muscular-skeletal system and sympathetic nervous system wind down into a state of deep relaxation and serenity, in which your body and mind can heal and replenish - resulting in many benefits, like reduced stress and better sleep.
A float lasts for 1 hour, with 10 minutes of ambient music at the beginning to help you relax – or longer if you request it. You have full control of opening and closing the pod, and of the light inside it. Music starts again to signal 5 minutes before the end of your float.
Yes! Epsom salt is a magnesium-rich mineral used for centuries to improve sleep, and reduce pain, cramping, headaches, and muscle ache. And there’s half a ton of it in the pods!
Epsom salt also makes dry skin feel soft and supple; and can remove impurities, toxins, oil and dirt from the skin. The magnesium in the Epsom salt is naturally antimicrobial and antibacterial, and therefore helps to improve skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and athlete’s foot
Because floating is so relaxing, many people fall asleep in the pods. Some say one hour of floating (even when awake) is equivalent to two or three hours of deep sleep. It is also scientifically proven to improve sleep quality, so it’s great for people who suffer from insomnia or have jet lag from travelling.
Like exercise, meditation, and many other things, you’ll notice more of a difference if you float regularly. Once a month is ideal - and if you can do more, all the better. We suggest setting a regular floating schedule; the same day and time each month, every two weeks, or for some, even weekly.
Floating at least once a month will help you relax your mind and body; improve sleep, increase endorphins, reduce muscular tension, and reduce lifestyle stresses.
The high salinity water means nothing harmful can exist in the pods. The water is sanitised and filtered through a 1-micron pool filter (that’s 1/100th the diameter of a human hair!) between each session. It goes through a UV lamp filter to kill all bacteria, it is also micro-dosed with hydrogen peroxide to further sanitise the water.
It’s a common worry, but the pod is much bigger than people expect - so big, in fact, that you can stretch out without touching the sides! If you do feel nervous, you can always leave the top open, or have the inside light on for as long as you like - you’re in complete control. Once inside the pod, people are usually surpirsed at how safe and relaxed they feel.
Yes, most people float naked, and this is what we recommend. Remember, our space is very private and equipped with its own shower room. Anything you wear while floating will become heavy with Epsom salt and can cause a distraction during your float. However, if you want to wear something, that’s fine too.
There have been many scientific studies on floating and its benefits since the 1950s. Some proven impacts include: reduced pain, stress, and tension, increased relaxation and better sleep, lowered blood pressure & cortisol levels, improved muscle range and athletic performance, antidepressent effects, increased creativity and cognitive function.