social contrast therapy

feel good now

sauna + cold plunge experiences that shift your state, fast.

step into the heat, plunge into the cold, and enjoy guided immersive breathwork experiences that regulate your nervous system + connect you with a community of likeminded wellness enthusiasts.

HOT + COLD || FAST + SLOW

embrace the contrast of life.

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3 steps to shift your state

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sauna

Step into the heat, drop into presence. Our Finnish sauna is designed to ground your nervous system, boost circulation, and help you sweat out stress—with space to connect while you’re at it.

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cold plunge

Cold water, clear mind. Experience an instant shift in energy, mood, and focus. It’s recovery, resilience, and dopamine in one icy, unforgettable hit.

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breathwork

Feel good now. Use your breath to come back to yourself. You'll be guided through techniques like Wim Hof, box breathing, and lion’s breath—depending on the session you choose. Instant calm, clarity, or energy—just a few breaths away.

session types

  • guided

    a fully led experience combining breathwork, sauna, and cold plunge. Perfect if you’re new, want structure, or just want to switch off and be taken somewhere.

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  • free flow

    come and go as you like. Access the sauna and cold plunge on your own time with no facilitation. Great for regulars or those who want to move at their own pace.

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  • energize

    30-minute energy reset sessions with Wim Hof-style breathing and short, punchy cold exposure. Leave buzzing, clear, and ready to take on the day.

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  • relaxation

    evening sessions using box breathing, gentle stretching, and longer, soothing sauna heat to help you wind down, drop stress, and sleep better.

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  • sound + stillness

    sessions that incorporate sound healing, meditation, and breath awareness, followed by a deep sauna reset. A calm, immersive session to unplug and reconnect.

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  • performance + recovery

    designed for surfers, athletes, and high-performers. Includes sport-specific stretching in the heat and contrast therapy intervals to combat inflammation. Build recovery into your training like it’s part of the workout—because it is.

    performance + recovery