Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers
Why a Sauna Tent?
Yes! Our sauna tent reaches the same temperatures as a wood sauna or trailer (often 170–200°F). With proper ventilation and wood burning sauna stoves, you get the full authentic heat and steam experience.
Flexibility, privacy and affordability. A tent can pop up anywhere—festivals, marinas, parks, or even your backyard. We can set it up in areas that maximize your view and your privacy. It allows us to bring sauna to more places than a heavy trailer ever could. Our rental prices make sauna more accessible!
Not at all! The cold plunge is an optional add on! However, alternating between hot and cold can enhance recovery, boost circulation, and leave you feeling incredibly refreshed.
Our sauna tents comfortably seat up to 6 people at a time, depending on how cozy you want to get.
Most people enjoy 10–15 minutes per round, followed by a cool-down or plunge. You can repeat the cycle as many times as you’d like during your session.
Absolutely. We’ll walk you through how to use the sauna safely and comfortably. Listen to your body — if you feel lightheaded or uncomfortable, step out and cool down.
The rental agreement expressly prohibits anyone under the age of 18 from using the sauna.
Absolutely. We use guarded stoves, reinforced benches, ventilation, and safety signage. The design makes it just as safe as a permanent sauna while still being portable.
Yes. Saunas come in many forms—cabins, trailers, yurts, and tents. In fact, nomadic cultures in Northern Europe used tents as their first saunas. You’re experiencing sauna in one of its most traditional, authentic forms.
Health & Safety
Yes. People with unstable heart conditions, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or certain other medical issues should check with their doctor before using a sauna.
It’s best to avoid high-heat environments during pregnancy unless approved by your healthcare provider.
Sauna heat increases blood flow, reduces inflammation, and helps flush out metabolic waste, while the cold plunge can reduce swelling and muscle soreness. Together, they support faster recovery.
Yes. We drain, clean, and refill the plunge pool for every booking, and we use fresh, clean water for your event.
Event & Booking
Delivery, set up and removal is included within 10 miles of 06515 (Westville, New Haven, CT). We deliver in New Haven County, Connecticut for $2 per mile over 10 miles. We offer private event services anywhere in Connecticut.
It depends… If you don’t want to use ice, we have chiller units available for the cold plunge which do require electricity. We do need access to a water source (hose, outdoor spigot, or container), but we can also bring water for certain events with advance notice (for an additional fee).
Typically 60–90 minutes for both the sauna and cold plunge.
A flat area roughly 15×15 feet works for most setups. We’ll confirm space requirements when you book.
We recommend 2–4 weeks ahead for weekends and busy seasons, but we can sometimes accommodate last-minute bookings.
We currently offer full-day rentals with a minimum of two days with delivery included in the New Haven area.
Yes, we can drop it off at your house or apartment and you can use it where you wish as long as you follow local regulations. We love setting up our personal sauna on the beach on the off season!
It is an add on item when you rent a sauna.
If you don’t want to deal with the hassle and expense of getting ice and you are planning on doing a cold plunge several times over a few days, the chiller is your best bet. It also includes a filter and ozone sanitizer!
Pricing & Policies
The sauna tent, wood stove, firewood, delivery, setup, takedown, everything you need for a great experience.
Yes, we charge a small travel fee for events outside our standard delivery area.
We offer a full refund for cancellations more than 7 days in advance, and a credit toward a future booking for cancellations within 7 days.
The sauna works beautifully in all weather — in fact, a snowy sauna session is magical. Only extreme weather (dangerous winds, flooding) would require rescheduling.
Yes, a deposit is required to reserve your date, with the balance due before the event.
The Culture & Community
We believe in creating a tech-free space where you can truly relax, connect, and be present with the people around you.
Yes — we encourage water and hydrating beverages. Alcohol is discouraged as it can increase dehydration risk in a sauna setting.
We recommend guests bring their own towels but we can provide them for an additional fee.
Yes! We love building sauna traditions. Contact us for custom recurring booking options.
