Float Questions
What if I'm claustrophobic or afraid of the dark?
These are common concerns, but most people find that the space within the tank feels limitless. Remember, you are always in full control of your experience. You may float with the light on, leave the door open and exit the tank whenever you wish. Studies show that floating with the light on is very nearly as effective at relieving anxiety as a dark float.
Is the water clean?
Very clean! Eight hundred pounds of Epsom salt, a natural sterilizing agent, is dissolved into only ten inches of water. (It is far saltier than the Dead Sea.) Our primary disinfectant is UV light. This system is effective enough to purify water for drinking, but it works great for float tanks! The entire volume of water is filtered three before and after each float session. We maintain a consistent level of 50 ppm of hydrogen peroxide. Don't worry. It won't bleach your hair, but it does keep the water absolutely clean and safe. Every client is required to shower on site before entering the tank.
What if I am sick the day of my float?
Please give us a call and we will reschedule your session for when you are feeling better.
Do I wear a bathing suit?
We highly recommend floating in the buff. The feeling of a suit against your skin can be a distraction.
How long should I float?
You are in control of the length of your session. We offer 90-minute sessions, but you may end the session whenever you want by getting out of the tank. Many people report that it takes about 30 minutes for their bodies to settle down and for their brains to enter "theta state". Our record float was 12 hours long!
Who should not float? Here is a list of reasons to postpone your float:
You have symptoms of COVID-19, tested positive for COVID-19 and/or been in close contact with someone with COVID-19 symptoms within 14 days of your appointment.
You are not able to enter or exit the float tanks without assistance and do not have a qualified chaperone. Our staff is not able to assist you should you require help, and will call First Responders.
You have epilepsy that is not medically controlled and supervised.
You have had your hair colored (bleach is okay) recently or a spray tan. The recommended wait time is 10 days. This will ensure that the tank solution will not discolor your hair, and your hair or spray tan will not discolor our solution.
You are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
You have a new tattoo. The recommended wait time is four weeks.
You are in your first trimester of pregnancy.
You have large cuts or open wounds.
Will I get water in my ears?
You may choose to use silicone earplugs, which we supply. The silicone plugs, properly used, provide an effective barrier. Salt water is not harmful, but if you get some in your ears you may wish to rinse them in the shower after your float. To remove any moisture which lingers after your shower, please use the rubbing alcohol provided. Simply tilt your head to one side, fill the ear canal with alcohol, tilt your head the other way and let the liquid run out. The dense alcohol will float the water to its surface so that it pours right out. Any remaining alcohol will evaporate almost immediately. Repeat with the other ear if needed.
What is the history of floatation therapy?
Floatation therapy is not a new concept. It has been practice for more than half a century, and has proven to be an effective tool for physical and mental well-being. It is recognized and prescribed by the medical community in many European countries, and is available throughout the United States. The float tank was invented in 1952 by neuroscientist and author John Lilly who was investigating the nature of human consciousness. Lilly sought to create an environment in which a person was removed not only from all sensory input, but from the pull of gravity itself. The commercial float tank was developed by Lilly and Glenn Perry in 1972 and has been in continuous use ever since. Our center houses this time-tested model, the Samadhi Classic. For more information on the history of floating, visit http://www.samadhitank.com/history.html
Can I float when menstruating?
Yes. Please wear a tampon.
What size are your float tanks?
The floating experience does not differ much between different sizes, as all are designed to comfortably accommodate all shapes and sizes.
Samadhi: 3' 6" wide X 7' 8" long X 3' 5" tall
Escape: 3' 9" wide X 8' long X 3' 8" tall (at tallest point)
Cathedral Pool: 6' wide X 7'6" long
Tranquility Pool 4' wide (at widest point) X 7' 6" long. (Not recommend for people well over 6' tall.)
