Frequently Asked

Questions & Answers

Everything you need to know before your first visit. Don't see your question? Get in touch.

General

  • What does self-service mean?
    Self-service gives you flexible access to the recovery room beyond our regular staffed hours. Once you book, you'll get a secure system that unlocks the front door from your phone — only during your scheduled time. Book a session →
  • What should I wear?
    Athletic wear or a bathing suit for the sauna and cold plunge. Please wear pants in the compression boots.
  • Do I need to clean up after each use?
    We thoroughly clean the space every evening after close. During your session, please sit on the provided towels in the sauna and spray down the compression boots when you're done.
  • Why are there cameras in the recovery room?
    A camera is in place to help protect customers and equipment and to ensure the space is used properly during self-service sessions.
  • What's the age restriction for the recovery room?

    For safety, comfort, and effectiveness, infrared sauna use is recommended for ages 18 and older. Teens 13–17 may participate with parental supervision and shorter sessions. Children under 12 should not use the sauna or cold plunge.

    Seniors are welcome but should consult a healthcare provider before beginning sessions.

  • Where is the studio and where do I park?
    We're at 265 Mountain Ave in downtown Berthoud — the buildings in the back alleyway. Street parking is available on Mountain Ave, and there's a parking lot across from Subway. Get directions →

Health & Safety

  • What is contrast therapy?

    Contrast therapy alternates between hot and cold treatments to boost circulation, reduce inflammation, and accelerate recovery.

    • Heat (infrared sauna) dilates blood vessels, increases circulation, and relaxes muscles.
    • Cold (cold plunge) constricts blood vessels, reduces inflammation, and numbs pain.

    Alternating creates a “vascular pump” effect — encouraging blood flow, flushing waste, and delivering nutrients to tissues.

  • How long should a contrast therapy session be?
    15–20 minutes of heat followed by 1–5 minutes of cold, repeated for 2–3 cycles.
  • Why doesn't the sauna feel as hot as a traditional one?
    Infrared saunas use light to heat your body directly instead of heating the air. The warmth penetrates into muscles and tissues, so you get deep therapeutic benefits at lower air temperatures — it feels gentler than a traditional sauna, yet just as effective.
  • Cold plunge safety guidelines
    The cold plunge is safe and effective when used responsibly. We recommend immersing at 50–59°F for 2–10 minutes, starting with shorter sessions if you're new. Always hydrate before and after, and listen to your body — exit immediately if you feel dizzy, overly chilled, or uncomfortable.
  • Infrared sauna safety guidelines
    Infrared saunas are safe and effective when used properly. We recommend sessions of 15–30 minutes at 110–140°F, starting with shorter times if you're new. Always hydrate before and after, and exit immediately if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or uncomfortable.
  • Are there health conditions that could preclude me from using the sauna or cold plunge?

    If you have cardiovascular disease, cardiac arrhythmia, excessively high or low blood pressure, fever, cancer, skin disorders, blood clots, varicose veins, or respiratory infections, the sauna may be more harmful than helpful.

    If you have untreated myocardial hypertrophy, coronary artery disease or chest pain, untreated high blood pressure, other cardiovascular health problems, or cardiac arrhythmia, it may be best to avoid the cold plunge.

    If you're pregnant or unsure whether the sauna or cold plunge are right for you, please consult your doctor first.