Wellness Treatment Package

Revitalise your body & mind and experience the ultimate in rejuventaion with our carefully curated wellness treatment package, designed to detoxify, invigorate and refresh. Our package includes two transformative therapies: a relaxing steam sauna tent session followed by and invigorating cold water therapy ice bath.

Steam Sauna Tent

Step into our cosy steam sauna tent and allow the gentle heat to envelop your body. This treatment helps to open up your pores, flush out toxins, improve circulation, and ease muscle tension. The soothing warmth provides a deep sense of relaxation, melting away stress and leaving you feeling renewed from the inside out. 

Cold Water Therapy

After your sauna session, plunge into our invigorating cold water therapy ice bath. The shock of cold water is not only refreshing but also promotes faster muscle recovery, reduces inflammation, and boosts your immune system. This contrast therapy, alternating between heat and cold, enhances circulation and accelerates the body's natural healing processes. 

Benefits at a Glance:

• Detoxification and deep relaxation

• Improved circulation and muscle recovery

• Enhanced immune function

• Stress relief and mental clarity 

• A balanced approach to wellness and rejuvenation 

Rediscover balance and vitality with our wellness treatment package - perfect for those looking to enhance their physical and mental well-being.

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You will have access to the wellness area for 2 hours, your booking includes unlimited refreshments, robes and towels during this time. Changing rooms also available. 

Steam Sauna Tent 

Heat Therapy Health Benefits:

• Enhanced Muscle Recovery - Stepping into a sauna can trigger the release of endorphins, the body's natural chemicals that relieve pain and boost mood. This process helps alleviate post-workout soreness and discomfort, leading to faster and more efficient muscle recovery. Additionally, the warmth from a sauna can enhance joint flexibility and mobility, which is vital for muscle recovery. By relaxing and loosening your joints, your exercise movements become more fluid, reducing the chance of injury and promoting overall muscle health.

• Improved Circulation - The heat from the sauna can cause blood vessels to dilate which will enhance blood circulation to your muscles, potentially reducing the risk of cardiovascular issues.

• Deeper Sleep - Saunas can promote the release melatonin in the body, allowing you to get to sleep faster and stay asleep longer.

• Pain Relief - Wet saunas alleviate pain from conditions such as arthritis, joint inflammation, and sore muscles making training much easier and recovering a breeze.

• Enhanced Mental Well-Being - Regular saunas can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression symptoms by stimulating the vagus nerve and releasing mood-boosting neurotransmitters like dopamine.

• Boosted Immune Function - Sweating from regular saunas will help to release toxins in the body, thereby increasing immune function and reduce the chance of getting sick.

• Accelerated Metabolism - Heat stress from saunas can promote the release of growth hormone which is thought to play a big role in metabolism.

• Improved Respiratory Health - The moist heat is beneficial for individuals with respiratory conditions like congestion or asthma. 

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For more information, see our Sauna Tent page.

Cold Water Therapy Ice Bath 

​Cold water therapy health benefits include:

• Enhanced Muscle Recovery - Cold water baths reduce inflammation and swelling in muscles by constricting blood vessels and flushing out metabolic waste products like lactic acid. The release of endorphins further helps alleviate muscle discomfort.

• Improved Circulation - Cold water immersion enhances blood circulation through vasoconstriction followed by vasodilation, efficiently delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues while removing metabolic waste.

• Decreased Inflammation - Cold water therapy reduces inflammation by constricting blood vessels and limiting the flow of inflammatory compounds to affected areas. It also stimulates the production of anti-inflammatory cytokines. Regular cold water baths can effectively manage inflammation, promoting faster recovery and overall well-being.

• Pain Relief - Cold water's numbing effect temporarily blocks signals by slowing down nerve conduction velocity. Reduced inflammation and improved circulation also contribute to long-term pain relief

• Enhanced Mental Well-Being - Regular cold water exposure reduces stress, anxiety, and depression symptoms by stimulating the vagus nerve and releasing mood-boosting neurotransmitters like dopamine. 

• Boosted Immune Function - Cold water immersion triggers hormesis, a beneficial stress response that stimulates the immune system. It increases the production of white blood cells and stimulates the release of cytokines. 

• Accelerated Metabolism - Recent research shows that cold water exposure activates brown adipose tissue (BAT), which burns calories to generate heat through non-shivering thermogenesis. This increases metabolic rate and supports fat loss. Cold water therapy also improves insulin sensitivity, helping regulate blood sugar levels and prevent excess fat storage. 

• Increased Energy - Cold water immersion stimulates the release of neurotransmitters, increasing alertness, reducing fatigue, and improving mental clarity. It also enhances ATP production, sustaining energy levels throughout the day. Improved circulation delivers oxygen and nutrients to the brain and other organs more efficiently, further supporting cognitive function and overall energy levels. 

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For more information, see our Ice Bath page.

Sauna Tent & Ice Bath Combined - Cold Shock Therapy

Combine the use of our sauna tent and Ice Bath (Cold Shock Therapy)

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Cold shock therapy, using a combination of saunas and ice baths, can be a powerful addition to your wellness routine. Incorporating this practice into your fitness regimen can help improve physical performance, enhance recovery, and provide a myriad of health benefits.

In the quest for optimal health and wellness, people have been exploring various methods to enhanced physical performance, reduce inflammation, and promote recovery. 

Among the innovative approaches gaining popularity, the combination of Ice Baths and Saunas has emerged as a powerful and effective technique known as cold shock therapy. 

This harmonious marriage of extreme temperatures offers a range of benefits for the body and mind, making it a favoured choice for health conscious individuals worldwide.

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Understanding Cold Shock Therapy 

Cold Shock Therapy, also known as contrast therapy or hot-cold immersion, involves alternating between exposure to extremely cold and hot temperatures. This temperature variation induces several physiological responses, resulting in enhanced circulation, reduced inflammation, improved cardiovascular function, and accelerated recovery. 

The Sauna: A Prelude to the Cold Shock

Step into the sauna, and you'll immediately feel the intense yet invigorating heat. The sauna works by raising the body's core temperature, causing blood vessels to dilate, and initiating the body's cooling mechanism through sweating. This process enhances circulation, relaxes muscles, and promotes the release of endorphins, the body's natural painkillers, resulting in a sense of euphoria and relaxation. 

The sauna is a perfect prelude to the cold shock that follows. Spending 15 - 20 minutes in the sauna prepares the body for the subsequent ice bath by increasing blood flow making the transition to cold water more manageable and efficient. 

The Ice Bath: Embracing the Chill

As you step into the ice-cold plunge pool, your body reacts to the sudden drop in temperature. The blood vessels constrict, and blood is redirected away from the extremities and toward vital organs to preserve core temperature. This process, known as vasoconstruction, helps reduce inflammation and promotes efficient waste removal from muscles. 

in response to the cold shock, the body releases a surge of adrenaline and norepinephrine, which act as natural pain relievers and mood enhancers. Additionally, the cold water aids in reducing tissue swelling, numbing nerve endings, and speeding up the recovery of microtears in muscles, commonly experienced after intense physical activity.

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Six benefits of the perfect match of saunas and ice baths

1. Faster Recovery

2. Enhanced Circulation

3. Reduced Inflammation

4. Mental Clarity and Endorphin Release

5. Improved Cardiovascular Health

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Things to keep in mind when doing cold shock therapy with a sauna tent and ice bath.

While cold shock therapy offers a plethora of benefits, it's essential to practice it safely. Here are some considerations to keep in mind: 

• Consult a Healthcare Professional - If you have any pre-existing health conditions or concerns, consult a healthcare professional before attempting cold shock therapy.

• Moderation - Don't overdo it. Start with shorter durations and gradually increase the time spent in both the sauna and ice baths as your body adapts.

• Stay Hydrated - Hydration is essential, especially when practicing such extreme temperature exposures. Drink plenty of water before during, and after the session.

• Listen to your body - If you feel uncomfortable during the process, listen to your body and exit the sauna or ice bath as needed. 

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Remember, the key lies in finding the right balance and respecting your body's limits. So embrace the perfect match of ice baths and saunas and embark on a journey of rejuvenation, vitality, and holistic well-being.

Refreshments

Quench your thirst and elevate your relaxation with our unlimited refreshments offering. Whether you crave the comforting warmth of a hot beverage or the crisp, invigorating taste of a cold drink, indulge freely as you unwind in our luxurious surroundings. 

Robes & Towels 

Experience pure comfort and luxury with our premium robes and towels. Wrap yourself in softness whilst your oasis of relaxing treatments await.

Availability & Booking

Available on: This package is available to book as a standalone or with any themed treatment packages

How to Book:

• All our themed packages can be booked via our 'Book Appointment' link - book your chosen package, date or time slot, our friendly Admin team will then be in touch to take full booking details along with a booking deposit.

• Chat With Us Messenger.

• Email: thirtythreeretreat@outlook.com

• Text/WhatsApp: 07566733523

• Call the Salon during usual business hours: 01603 499066

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Payment Options: Card, Cash, PayPal, Bank Transfer:- A 30% Deposit must be paid upon booking.