Cold Water Plunge
Cold water immersion or deliberate cold water exposure has impressive benefits for your overall health, mental fitness, and recovery. It may be paired with an Infrared Sauna, a bodywork session, or a stand-alone wellness ritual, all within our private Recovery Room.
Cold Plunge Benefits
Cold exposure causes the prolonged release of dopamine, a potent molecule capable of enhancing focus, elevating mood, increasing attention and overall mental clarity.
Pain Relief
Reduce chronic pain by boosting norepinephrine which can dramatically reduce inflammation.
It also relieves pain in many diseases, such as fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis.
Reduce Inflammation
Cold plunging instantly numbs the nerves surrounding your joints and muscles, causing the release of hormones and endorphins.
The release of hormones and endorphins acts as an analgesic, which relieves inflammation and alleviates muscle strain and joint pain.
Athletes have been utilizing cold therapy for decades to help with active recovery of muscles.
Cold plunging after high-intensity exercise or endurance training can have positive outcomes for muscle power, perceived recovery, and decreased muscle soreness due to a reduction in circulating creatine kinases.
Cold plunging stimulates the immune and lymphatic systems, which helps to boost the production of infection-fighting T cells.
Hardening means exposure against a natural (e.g. thermal) stimulus, resulting in an increased resistance to diseases, especially to acute respiratory diseases.
Other Benefits
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Boosts mood
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Clearer, Tighter Skin
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May extend life span
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Elevated Energy
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​Fat-burning, regulating blood sugar
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Weight loss
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Prolonged release of Dopamine
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More intense than local cryotherapy
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Cold Plunge Sessions
Cold Plunge sessions may be combined with a sauna session (see Contrast Therapy) and/or massage/bodywork.
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Our Cold Plunge temperature is typically kept at 55º Fahrenheit; if you would like a different temp, please contact us prior to scheduling online.
15 minutes - $25
*Bring a friend for an additional $15!
To book a buddy session, call 919.477.9887
Cold Water Plunge
Tips & Protocols
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Wear a swimsuit during your plunge for comfort and ease.
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Avoid cold plunging within 2-3 hours of a workout if your goal is muscle growth, as cold therapy can interfere with muscle recovery in this window.
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Use the provided towels to dry off after your plunge.
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Recommended time in the cold plunge is 2-5 minutes for optimal benefits. However, listen to your body and exit sooner if you feel uncomfortable.
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Please arrive without lotion or body oil to help maintain water quality. If you can’t arrive freshly showered, we provide hot towels for a quick wipe-down before you plunge.
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Check with your doctor if you have any medical conditions (e.g., heart issues) that could be impacted by cold therapy.
Contrast Therapy
Warm up in our infrared sauna, then refresh with a 3-minute (or longer) dip in our cold plunge—or reverse the order based on your wellness goals.
Hot and cold therapy has long been valued for aiding recovery, relieving chronic pain, and reducing stress.
Enjoy this experience in our private Recovery Room, complete with towels provided for your convenience.
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How to best use Contrast Therapy
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Start with a sauna for 15-20 minutes(or until you begin to sweat).
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End with a cold plunge.
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*When first starting contrast therapy, you may need a bit more time in the sauna, as the time to sweat varies for each individual. Adjust your session length to allow your body to fully acclimate and experience the benefits​
The more regular and frequent your contrast bath therapy sessions, the greater the long-term benefits.
Many of the studies conducted on using contrast bath therapy have found significant differences between those who only dabble in the practice off and on and those who perform it at least four days a week on average.
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30 minutes - $40
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45 minutes - $60
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60 minutes - $80
*Book a session together with a friend and share the experience—your friend gets 50% off their service!
To book a buddy session, call 919.477.9887