The ritual begins way before we step into the sauna.
How we arrive can shape the whole experience. A little preparation can help us leave the outside world behind and settle into the heat to make sure we get the most from our sessions.
1. Arrive hydrated.
Come to your session having had plenty of water throughout the day or upon waking.
A little preparation beforehand means you can settle into the heat and feel comfortable throughout your session.
2. Give yourself time to digest.
A small, nourishing meal or snack can help you feel comfortably fuelled for your session.
Give yourself at least an hour to digest before entering the heat, rather than arriving straight after a heavy meal.
Something simple and satisfying is enough.
3. Rinse before you enter.
A quick shower is a simple way to mark the transition into your session.
Clean skin, cool water, then into the warmth.
If you're at one of our beach locations, an ocean dip beforehand can be a beautiful way to arrive.
4. Pack your sauna essentials.
Private Infrared sauna
One towel, your sauna hat & your favourite sauna ritual tools - dry brush or gua sha. Bathers optional.
Beach sauna
Water bottle, two towels, and your sauna hat. Bathers required.
If you sauna regularly, a merino wool sauna hat is a game changer. It helps protect your hair and insulates your head from the heat, making your time in the sauna feel more comfortable.
Available to purchase at all of our locations for $60.
5. Leave your phone in your bag.
Before you walk through the door, give yourself permission to switch off.
Tuck your phone away, finish whatever needs your attention and let this hour belong to you.
You can always pick it back up afterwards.
P.S. Next we will send: 5 tips for getting the most from your sauna session.
The tips to know once you’re in the heat, and how to find your own rhythm.
See you soon!
With warmth, The Neighbourhood Sauna Team
The Neighbourhood Sauna acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we gather here in Walyalup, now known as Fremantle. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and honour their enduring connection to land, waters and skies. This always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.