How do I prepare for the Float?

• Avoid alcohol and stimulants like coffee, tea or smoking at least two hours prior to entering the floatation tank.
• Do not shave at least three hours prior to floating, this will avoid any stinging from the salt.
• Do not float if you are ill, have a skin condition or have any large open wounds.
• Small scratches such as a paper cut can be covered with a spray bandage to avoid the salt from stinging while in the tank.
• If your are on your period and bleeding heavily, you should wait to float another day.
• Remember to bring your contact lenses case and solution if you wear contacts. Many people have reported no problems when floating with their contact lenses in, but the decision is up to you.
• If you care to listen to your own music, meditation or learning CD's or MP3 recordings please bring them with you. The floatation tanks are equipped with audio. ( It is not recommended to float with sound on your 1st float, since it is best to get accustomed to floatation therapy, before adding audio)
• If you have swimmers ear, prone to ear infections or any inner ear condition that may be irritated by water, please bring your own ear water specific plugs, we supply standard disposable ear plugs only.

We supply towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, ear plugs, hair dryer and bottled water. For sanitation reasons you will need to bring a comb or brush and any special lotions or cosmetics you care to use after your float. You do not need to bring a bathing suit, it is preferable to float in the nude.

The most important thing is to relax and enjoy!

If you are a first time floater we recommend that you plan for three float sessions, scheduled approximately one week apart. Although there are many exceptions, generally it can take up to 3 floats to receive the full benefits of floating and get accustomed to the process. We offer many packages to help reduce the cost of multiple float sessions.

FAQ

Would I drown in the floatation tank if I fell asleep?

It is not possible to drown in the tank, the depth of the solution is about 10.5 inches and the density of the solution is such that it will always support you, regardless of your size or weight. If you were to turn over the salt in the water would sting your eyes and wake you, so drowning is not possible. Since you are floating you do not need to know how to swim. Additionally it's not dangerous to fall asleep in the tank, actually; it's even encouraged to fall asleep in the floatation tank - one hour of sleep is equivalent to 4-5 hours of very deep sleep.

Will I become claustrophobic?

It is very unlikely. The space inside the floatation tank is approximately 4 wide by 8.5 feet long, and you are in complete control and can go in, and out as you wish. You may even float with the door open if you like. Since there is an absence of sensation, space and time so it is difficult to feel claustrophobic within the tank.

Are there any restrictions on who can float?

You should not float if you are ill, have epilepsy or have a skin condition. People with severe medical conditions or are pregnant, should consult their physician before floating. Due to the weightless effect in the tank, pregnant women in the later stages of pregnancy have found floatation tank therapy to be one of the best available pain relief therapies available.

How the tanks are kept clean and disinfected?

There is 1000 pounds of medical grade Epsom salt dissolved in each of our tanks. Salinity is at 1.30 grams per cubic centimeter. The solution is so high in saline that no living microorganism can survive in there. After each session, the entire volume of the solution is pumped out and filtered through a three part filtration and sterilization system utilizing Ultra Violet light and H2O2. UV is the safest most effective system available. It maintains the water's soft, clean and crystal clear appearance.

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Policies

• FLOAT customers are not allowed to float while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. All clients are responsible for notifying FLOAT staff if they are on any medications that may affect their ability to float safely (ie., medications whose side effects include lowered blood pressure, vertigo, nausea, or extreme drowsiness).
• If you are under the care of a physician for any severe illness or are pregnant, you will be required to notify the FLOAT staff. A written doctor's clearance may be required before floating.
• FLOAT reserves the right to refuse service to anyone.

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