first soak
The Salt Box
Here’s what to expect with your first floating experience.
We’ll start with a quick tour the spa. Once we enter your room we will walk through next steps, and make sure your questions are answered.
PREPARE
Start with a restroom break if needed.
Remove jewelry that may slip off. Contact wearers may want to remove contacts as well.
Insert the earplugs. We’ll provide reusable earplugs you can take home and save for future floats.
Shower with supplied, body wash and shampoo, skipping the conditioner.
Have a minor cut? Apply a thin layer of petroleum to seal out the salt water.
SOAK
Enter water slowly, lie down and get acclimated to your surroundings. The float will start with starry lights and soft music which will fade. You’ll be able to turn the lights back on if you prefer.
Try out the supplied head pillow and play around with different arm positions. It’s common to become more aware of the thoughts in your head and the noises your body makes. All normal.
At the end of your float the lights and music will come back on gently letting you know you’ve come to the end.
COMPLETION
Stand up slowly. Before stepping out of the tank wipe the salt water drip off your hair and body. Step out carefully.
Shower and get dressed.There is a dry bar located across the hall for you to get ready to go out into the world
We invite you to relax in the lounge area with complimentary tea or water. Take time to transition back into the outside world.
Float Tip: Once you settle in focus on your breathing. Inhale. Exhale.
Transition slowly back to the outside world — a quiet, calm exit is well worth it.
It may take three floats to really begin to get the most out of floating. You will probably find your second and third floats quite different from the first. Some reasons for this are:
Relaxation is much deeper and more immediate.
You become more familiar with us and how we operate at the Box.
There is an accumulative effect of past floats.
We encourage any questions about the floating experience that you may have. Understanding the experience can be as important as the experience itself.
How often should I float?
Research has shown that 3 floats done within a 7 to 14-day period may produce the best benefits.
To help you experience this, we recommend our 3 float package. This allows you the ability to fully soak it in.
Ready to Get Salted?
Questions?
Visit our FAQ Page for more information.