Float Suites – Sensory Deprivation
Floating, also referred to as floatation therapy or sensory deprivation, is a scientifically proven modality intended to relieve the lasting effects of the assault on the senses that is daily life. Floating allows a set amount of time removed from stimuli to allow you to focus on YOU. Immerse yourself in the healing waters of the float suite.
Sights, sounds, tastes, smells, touch… Humans live in a constant state of sensory overload. It’s not until we remove the overbearing sensory stimuli, such as going to a remote place without ambient sound, that we notice the slight ringing in our ears. This is due to the remnants of sensory overload. We’re here to offer you an opportunity to restore the senses and help you discover a new point of YOU through floating!
DeltaWaves
- Stress Reduction
- Recovery
- Skin Rejuvenation
- Anxiety
- Super-Learning
- Visualization & Focus
- Spine Decompression
- Calms nervous system
- Lowers heart rate & stabilizes blood pressure
- Comforting womb-like experience
Memberships
(1) 75-minute Single Float Session per Month
- Extra service credit on your birthday month
- Purchase additional floats for $59
- 20% off of all retail & 10% off all other services
- Extended use of modalities when the schedule allows
- Credits are sharable and can be transferred to a gift card
- Full access to our meditation lounge anytime during regular business hrs
- Priority booking 1 week ahead of general public
- A complimentary gift.
Free Sign-Up Fee with a 3-month Minimum Commitment.
(1) 75-minute Couples Float Session per Month
- Extra service credit on your birthday month
- Purchase additional floats for $89
- 20% off of all retail & 10% off all other services
- Extended use of modalities when the schedule allows
- Credits are sharable and can be transferred to a gift card
- Full access to our meditation lounge anytime during regular business hrs
- Priority booking 1 week ahead of general public
- A complimentary gift.
Free Sign-Up Fee with a 3-month Minimum Commitment.
Single Sessions
Single Float Session
A 75-minute sensory deprivation float session which starts with 15 minutes of inversion and binaural beats to help get you into the Delta Wave state a little faster.
Clean towels, a robe and sandals will be provided. After your 60 minute float you will be able to rinse off with our en-suite shower and then utilize our Theta State Lounge to recover with a bottle of water or hot tea.
Couples Float Session
A 75-minute sensory deprivation float session for two which starts with 15 minutes of inversion and binaural beats to help get you into the Delta Wave state a little faster.
Clean towels, a robe and sandals will be provided. After your 60-minute float you will be able to rinse off with our en-suite shower and then utilize our Theta State Lounge to recover with a bottle of water or hot tea.
BrainTap: 8-minutes + Single Float: 75-minutes
BrainTap: 8-minutes + Couples Float: 75-minutes
Bundles
SINGLE FLOAT
75-minutes 5-Sessions
75-minutes 10-Sessions
Couples Memberships & Bundles available upon request. If you desire longer float sessions, extended sessions are also available upon request.
What to Expect
How To Enhance Your Float Experience
- Avoid coffee or other forms of caffeine for several hours prior to your float
- Avoid fresh shaves/waxes as the saltwater can cause a stinging sensation to open wounds and dry/sensitive areas.
- We do recommend eating a light meal 60-90 minutes prior to your float to avoid distracting hunger sensations/sounds while in the float suite.
- Make sure to use the restroom prior to your float.
- We recommend undressing to your comfort level in the private float suites, some floaters love to wear a bathing suit so plan to bring one just in case.
Your First Float
Everyone’s float experience is unique to them, but it generally takes 2-3 floats before you will truly start to see the power of floating. The first time floating is often spent getting used to the experience so it is normal for one’s mind to race a little bit. Most floaters report acclimating to the experience over several sessions, with the experience improving with each time they float.
The water is heated to the average human skin temperature of ~93°F, which reduces the chance of any sensation between body and water. The amount of salt in the tank (combined with water levels set to about a 10-inch depth) eliminates the possibility of sinking. Even if you get so relaxed that you fall asleep, it is highly unlikely that you will roll over, since the saltwater will keep you comfortably in place.
We provide a “halo” to each floater (a pillow for the water that provides a little more optional head support and comfort), as well as a pair of individually packaged silicone earplugs. Floaters are welcome to undress to their individual comfort level, though wearing nothing is highly recommended for the optimal experience.
The suites are designed to be as soundproof as possible once you are inside. There are lights and music available, that YOU control. There are buttons that are within arm’s reach inside the tank, or you can opt for a completely silent and blacked-out float. YOU have full, manual control over this.
It is advised to start by just focusing on your breathing, allowing yourself to get fully relaxed and be still in the water. Some people like to meditate, some fall asleep, some have very visual experiences, some have emotional experiences where they explore their feelings and others use it as a time to reflect on where they are in life and where they want to go.
Once your scheduled time has elapsed, the sound will gently come up in the tank to let you know your session is ending. At this time, you are free to leave the tank and immediately enter the on suite shower. We recommend showering to remove all salt crystals from your body and hair. You will notice that your skin does not “prune up,” this is due to the amount of salt in the tank. Most users will experience softer, silkier skin as a result of the rich magnesium levels of the salt. Magnesium is a key mineral for physical relaxation and recovery. Science has proven that the best way to absorb magnesium is transdermally (through the skin). After your shower you’ll get dressed inside your private float suite. Clean towels are provided, a robe, sandals, and a hairdryer as well.
Once you are ready, take some time to enjoy some complimentary water and organic tea while you sit in our comfortable Meditation Lounge. We have reading material here or you can simply unwind and take some extra time to reflect on your experience.
BrainWaves offers a unique and singular form of introspective relaxation. We welcome you to come and enjoy any of our introductory offers. When you’re ready, you can schedule a time that best works for you either online or by calling us at (412)699-3461.
Why BrainWaves Float Suites are Different
We are also, currently, the only facility in the country, that we are aware of, that adds the inversion with binaural beats before your float. The idea is that by doing this, you will achieve the desired DeltaWave state almost twice as fast in a 60 minute session. The science says it takes about 40 minutes to get into this desired state. If we can get you there 20 minutes faster, that’s a massive chunk of time for your brain to work on improving your overall floating experience at our facility.