Experience Float Therapy at The Floatation Sanctuary. Enjoy a time-efficient and cost-effective way to escape the distractions and calm overstimulated nervous systems. Float weightlessly to allow your muscles, joints, nervous and skeletal system to completely relax enhancing both emotional and physical wellbeing.  
Enjoy one of the most advanced and hygienic float systems available in the world today, the FloatSpa Premium Float System which is unique in New Zealand to The Floatation Sanctuary. Infrared Sauna and Normatec Compression are available to complement your float or as standalone.

The Floatation Sanctuary and Recovery Centre

Therapy Center

Great experience and friendly staff. Will be recommending!

Lovely couple, felt really welcomed and explained everything thoroughly. 10/10 would recommend to anyone. 

We did the infrared sauna for 45min and it was fantastic the place was clean and very well put together. Highly recommended.

a really peaceful, enjoyable experience, plenty of space in the pod and lovely ensuite facilities. Enjoyed it that much have booked for more sessions

Please allow 90 minutes for your session, which includes a 1hr (60min) float time plus time for a shower before and after your float, and a briefing if you have not floated with us before.

90 Minute Session (60min float)

Designed for rapid recovery for athletes/active people or aiding poor circulation for those who spend a lot of time standing or sitting. 

Intermittent pneumatic compression technology enhances blood flow to improve recovery & enhance performance. The various therapy modes massage limbs & mobilise fluid, toxins and lactic acid build-up accumulated in the muscles & joints, enhancing circulation & reducing soreness.  

Wear comfortable yet tightfitting clothes (if too loose - fabric may bunch during compression). Choose your treatment area on arrival.  Both Normatec and Recovery Systems units are available to treat:   
a)   LEGS - feet, ankles, calves, knees, hamstrings & quads (varying leg sizes available).
b)  ARMS - hands/wrists, biceps, triceps, rotator cuffs, lats, & base of neck (one size fits most).
c)   HIPS - quads, hamstrings, IT Bands, glutes & lower back (one size fits most).
d)  LEGS/HIPS COMBO (Pants style -one size fits most) - treats all areas listed in a) & c)

Pneumatic Compression Systems - 30 Minute Session

Awaken your senses & revitalise yourself for 60mins in "WAIORA" - your private contrast therapy room at The Recovery Centre.    

Experience the combination of intensified heat of our 4-person Infrared Sauna with chromotherapy, together with the extreme cold of our 2-person Odin Ice Bath (water temp at a refreshing 10⁰C) combining the healing powers of hot and extreme cold for a total booking time of 60mins, to leave you feeling refreshed & rejuvenated. 

Please allow time within your booked session to shower (Sukin products provided), dry-off and change.  State-of-the-art Valiryo body dryers have been installed in the room for your use (as an environmentally friendly alternative to towels), however you may elect to bring your own towel if preferred.  

Complimentary herbal teas or chilled or sparkling filtered water are available for afterwards.  A range of chilled rehydrating drinks are also available to purchase.

Add a friend for $15 extra (pay on day).


Contrast Therapy - 60 Min - "WAIORA" - Sauna & Ice Bath @ 10⁰C

Session commences with 30 mins of Pneumatic Compression of either legs, arms or hips whilst enjoying 15mins on our Oxygen Bar. 
You then move to a 30-minute session in our full spectrum Infrared Sauna and finish with a 1-hour float session.  This sequence of recovery services will leave you feeling totally relaxed and rejuvenated.

Ultimate Detox and Recovery Package

Featured

Includes 30min Infrared Sauna (preheated) followed by 90min float session (allows for 60min of float time) in separate float rooms.  Robes are provided to wear when you transfer between Sauna to your respective float rooms.  Post sauna showers will be taken in your float rooms (whilst the water is filling the float pods) which will allow your core body temperature to cool before your float begins.  

While you enjoy the healing benefits of the infrared heat sauna, connect via Bluetooth to listen to some relaxing music, a podcast or meditation or whatever relaxes your mind to prepare for your floats.  We ask that mobile phones be turned off during your float session so as not to disturb your float or that of other guests. 

The sauna/float combination provides the perfect opportunity to disconnect from the outside world and find your inner calm.  

Double Sauna/Float Combo for 2 with separate Float Rooms

Enjoy 30min Infrared Sauna (preheated) with your partner followed directly afterwards with a 90min float session (60min float time) in the Open Float Pool (a large private space for couples to float together without the sense of feeling confined).  If you prefer to float in individual pods in separate rooms please contact us to arrange this - an additional cost of $20 will apply.  Try to arrive 15mins earlier if you are new to floating to allow for briefing.
Bathrobes are provided to wear when you transition from Sauna to Float room.  Post sauna showers will be taken in the float room (whilst the water is filling the float pool). Your core body temperature can then cool before your float.  

While you enjoy the healing benefits of the infrared heat, connect via Bluetooth to listen to some relaxing music, a podcast or whatever relaxes your mind to prepare for your float.  A sauna/float provides the perfect combination to disconnect from the outside world & find your inner calm.  

Sauna/Double Float Combination for couples

Includes 30min Infrared Sauna (preheated) followed by 90min float session (actual 60min of float time, and provision for shower before and after float).  A quick briefing will be provided for anyone who has not floated before, so please try to arrive 10 mins earlier for your combo session to allow for this.  The sauna and float rooms are both private.  A robe is provided to wear when you transfer between Sauna to Float room.   Post sauna showers will be taken in the float room (whilst the water is filling the float pod) which will allow the core body temperature to cool before your float.  Towels and shower products are all provided. 

While you enjoy the healing benefits of the infrared heat, connect via Bluetooth to listen to some relaxing music, a podcast or meditation or whatever relaxes your mind to prepare for your float. This combination provides the perfect opportunity to disconnect from the outside world and find your inner calm.  

Sauna/Float Combination for 1 person

Package

Includes 1hr (60min) of float time for two in our open float pool.  Share your float experience with your significant other in the expanse of our tranquil Marino Room - with double the space, double the showers.  Experience floating together in a private space without any sense of feeling confined.

Double Float -90min session (60min Float)

Your 2hr session includes a 1.5hr (90min) float time with time for showering before and after your float, and a quick briefing if you have not floated with us before.  Available in Kina or Koru Rooms. 

120 Minute Session (90min float)

120 Minute Float Session for 2 people in the Marino Room which include 90 minutes in NZ's biggest float pool.  The Float pool is larger than a super king double bed and comfortably accommodates 2 people. The suite has double showers a toilet room. Luxury spa towels are provided along with Sukin Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Facial Cleanser, body lotion and deodorant. You can prepare for the world again in our vanity room equipped with Dyson hair dryers and a range of Sukin moisturizers and toners to choose from. Complete your experience with a selection of herbal teas and relax in our post float lounge.

120 Minute Double Float Session

Your 2.5hr session includes a 2hr (120min) float time with time for showering before and after your float, and a quick briefing if you have not floated with us before.  Available in Kina or Koru Rooms. 

150 Minute Session (2hr float)

Please allow 210 minutes for your session, which includes a 3hr (180min) float time plus time for a shower before and after your float, and a briefing if you have not floated with us before.

210 Minute Float Session (3hr Float time)

A 90 Minute session (1hr float time) for one person in our Marino Room - a private room with an open float pool (no lid) , providing an extra large space without compromise on acoustic and environmental control. The size of a super king size bed, it offers a float experience for the very tall or those who may feel anxious in an enclosed space.

Open Float Room Experience - 90min session (60min Float)

Float

Effective recovery optimises performance.  Spend 1 hour in our upstairs Recovery Lounge and choose from a  range of recovery equipment available to use during your stay.  All equipment is aimed at helping reduce muscle tension and soreness, improve flexibility & range of motion, increase blood circulation, speed up recovery, flush out lactic acid, and lower your risk  of injury.       
•	Numerous Pneumatic Compression units (from Recovery Systems & Hyperice Normatec)
•	Personal Percusion Massage devices (target deep tissue muscle release)
•	TRUE Fitness Stretch Station  (designed to facilitate beneficial stretch variations that engage specific target zones).  Now you can stretch the body in all 3 planes of motion (front-to-back, side-to-side, & rotational) while remaining in natural upright positions.
•	 Various rollers, spiky balls & Shakti mats also available to use.



Recovery Lounge services

The Recovery Systems Black Max Cold Compression Therapy Machine in New Zealand has special wraps to focus treatment on ankle/calf, knee, hip/back/torso, arm, shoulder.

Also known as cold compression therapy, the integrated active compression and cold therapies reduce pain and swelling, reduce muscle spasms, enhance lymphatic function, and encourage oxygenated blood flow to stimulate natural healing. Highly affective for post-surgery and post injury rehabilitation. 


Recovery Systems Black Max Cold Compression Therapy

Pneumatic Compression System

30 minutes in our Clearlight Sanctuary Retreat (4-person capacity) Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna session for 1 person.  Medical Grade Chromotherapy included.  Bluetooth enabled.  Removable bench for private Hot Yoga space if desired. Shower available in room. Towel provided.

TIP: Be well hydrated before going into your sauna session.  Room is private so wear whatever you like - swimmers, towel, or nothing at all.  Limit food intake an hour before your sauna session to enable more effective detoxification.

30 Minute Sauna Session for 1

30 Minutes in our Clearlight Sanctuary Retreat (4-person capacity) Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna session for 2 people.  Medical Grade Chromotherapy included.  Bluetooth enabled.  Shower available in room.  Towels are provided.

TIP: Be well hydrated before going into your sauna session.  Room is private so wear whatever you like - swimmers, towel, or nothing at all.  Limit food intake an hour before your sauna session to facilitate more effective detoxification.

30 Minute Sauna Session for 2 People

45 Minutes in our Clearlight Sanctuary Retreat (4-person) Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna session for 1 person (additional person at same time +$15).  Medical Grade Chromotherapy included.  Bluetooth enabled.  Removable bench's for private Hot Yoga space if desired.  Shower available in room.  Towels provided.
TIP:  Be well hydrated before going into your sauna session.  The room is private so wear whatever you like - swimmers, towel, or nothing at all.  Limit food intake an hour before your sauna session to facilitate more effective detoxification.

45 Minute Sauna Session - 1 Person

45 Minutes in our Clearlight Sanctuary Retreat (4-person size) Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna session for 2 people.  Medical Grade Chromotherapy included.  Bluetooth enabled.  Towels provided.
Please be well hydrated before going into your sauna session, and have access to water during, and after your session.  Room is private so wear whatever you like - swimmers, towel, or nothing at all.  Limit food intake an hour before your sauna session to facilitate more effective detoxification.

45 Minute Sauna Session for 2 people

A 45 minute session in the infrared Sauna in conjunction with our HALOONE® Halotherapy unit, which emit microsalt particles inhaled during your session to promote an overall healthy respiratory system that allows you more restful nights without interruption or discomfort due to excessive mucus caused by allergens.   An effective, natural and safe way to improve your quality of sleep, reduce inflammation and fight pathogens. Sauna temperature is capped at 60 degrees during this session.

45 Minute Sauna with Halotherapy

InfraRed Sauna

Awaken your senses & revitalise yourself for 60mins in "NGĀ PUNA" - your private contrast therapy room at The Recovery Centre.    

Experience the combination of intensified heat of our 4-person Infrared Sauna with chromotherapy, together with the extreme cold of our 2-person Odin Ice Bath (water temp at an invigorating 5⁰C) combining the healing powers of hot and extreme cold for a total booking time of 60mins, to leave you feeling refreshed & rejuvenated. 

Please allow time within your booked session to shower (Sukin products provided), dry-off and change.  

State-of-the-art Valiryo body dryers have been installed in the room for your use (as an environmentally friendly alternative to towels), however you may elect to bring your own towel if preferred.  

Complimentary herbal teas or chilled or sparkling filtered water are available for afterwards.  A range of chilled rehydrating drinks are also available to purchase.

Add a friend for $15 extra (pay on day).


Contrast Therapy - 60 Min - "NGĀ PUNA"  - Sauna & Ice bath @ 5⁰C

Awaken your senses & revitalise yourself for 30mins in "NGĀ PUNA" - your private contrast therapy room at The Recovery Centre.    

Experience the combination of intensified heat of our 4-person Infrared Sauna with chromotherapy, together with the extreme cold of our 2-person Odin Ice Bath (water temp at an invigorating 5⁰C) combining the healing powers of hot and extreme cold for a total booking time of 30mins, to leave you feeling refreshed & rejuvenated. 

Please allow time within your booked session to shower (Sukin products provided), dry-off and change.  

State-of-the-art Valiryo body dryers have been installed in the room for your use (as an environmentally friendly alternative to towels), however you may elect to bring your own towel if preferred.  

Complimentary herbal teas or chilled or sparkling filtered water are available afterwards.  A range of chilled rehydrating drinks are also available to purchase.

Add a friend for $15 extra (pay on day).


Contrast Therapy - 30 Min - "NGĀ PUNA" - Sauna & Ice Bath set @ 5⁰ C

Re-energise with a 30minute contrast therapy session in “WAIORA”, your own private suite at The Recovery Centre, featuring our preheated Clearlight Infrared Sauna and Odin 2-person ice bath with water temperature at 10⁰C (suggested for any new/inexperienced cold plungers). 

Your session time includes the use of in-room facilities: private toilet, double showers, Sukin natural body & hair products, & state-of-the art full body dryers (our environmentally friendly alternative to towels). Please ensure you allow time within your booked session to shower, dry-off and change.  Dyson hair dryers are available to use in the shared vanity area.

Contrast Therapy using hot & cold temperatures promotes blood flow to all parts of the body, allowing for the flushing of toxins and the delivery of oxygen & nutrients, improving circulation, reducing inflammation & muscle soreness and facilitating quicker recovery following physical activity. 

Bring a friend for $15 extra (pay on day).


Contrast Therapy - 30 Min - "WAIORA" - Sauna & Ice Bath @ 10⁰C

Revitalise yourself with an invigorating ice bath session in "WAIORA" (your own private suite at The Recovery Centre), for a total time of 15 minutes.  
The water temperature of the Odin 2-person Ice Bath in WAIORA averages 10⁰ C, and is recommended for new/inexperienced cold plungers.   We suggest two to three minute plunges in the ice bath - for two or three cycles (but please keep within your session time). We recommend you warm up naturally after your plunge by using energising movement to move warmth from your core back to your limbs - and/or use the state-of-the art Valiyro body dryers installed in the room (our environmentally friendly alternative to towels) to warm and dry off your body.  

You are invited to stop off at the break-out space near reception for a complimentary warming herbal tea afterwards.  A range of the latest natural hydration drinks are also available to purchase if preferred. 


Just the Plunge - 15 Min - "WAIORA" - Ice bath @ 10⁰ C

Revitalise yourself with an invigorating ice bath session in "NGĀ PUNA", your own private suite at The Recovery Centre for a total time of 15 minutes.  
The water temperature of the Odin 2-person Ice Bath in NGĀ PUNA averages 5⁰ C, and is recommended for experienced cold plungers.   We suggest three minute plunges in the ice bath - for two or three cycles (but please keep within your session time) . We recommend you warm up naturally after your plunge by using energising movement to move warmth from your core back to your limbs - and/or use the state-of-the art Valiyro body dryers installed in the room (our environmentally friendly alternative to towels) to warm and dry off your body.  

You are invited to stop off at the break-out space near reception for a complimentary warming herbal tea afterwards.  A range of the latest natural hydration drinks are also available to purchase if preferred. 


Just the Plunge - 15 Mins - "NGĀ PUNA"  - Ice bath @ 5⁰C

Hot and Cold Therapy

A 30 minute session in the infrared Sauna in conjunction with our HALOONE® Halotherapy unit that provides a safe and natural way to improve your quality of sleep, reduce inflammation and fight pathogens. The microsalt particles inhaled promote an overall healthy respiratory system that allows you more restful nights without interruption or discomfort due to excessive mucus caused by allergens.


Infrared Sauna with Halotherapy - 30 mins

Salt Therapy

Oxygen is a vital source of energy.  Increase your Oxygen intake with our Oxygen Bar, as you inhale purified oxygen for the 15min service period via a special headset (sanitised after every use).  

DISCLAIMER: Oxygen bars may be a fun, new experience for healthy people, but they should never be a substitute for medically required oxygen. Not recommended for anyone with heart problems or respiratory problems like emphysema or asthma.

Oxygen Bar 15-min

Oxygen

Sports Massage with Jess Patrick.  Jess holds a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science specializes in Sports massage She has extensive experience with Elite sport teams including the All Blacks, Black Caps, Waikato Chiefs, South Africa Rugby, Waikato NPC team. International cyclists and Athletics NZ. Your opportunity to experience the best NZ can offer here in New Plymouth.

The Floatation Sanctuary and Recovery Centre

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90 Minute Session (60min float)

90 Minute Session (60min float)

Pneumatic Compression Systems - 30 Minute Session

Pneumatic Compression Systems - 30 Minute Session

Contrast Therapy - 60 Min - "WAIORA" - Sauna & Ice Bath @ 10⁰C

Contrast Therapy - 60 Min - "WAIORA" - Sauna & Ice Bath @ 10⁰C

Ultimate Detox and Recovery Package

Ultimate Detox and Recovery Package

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