Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Float if i'm claustrophobic?
This is probably the most common apprehension about floating. We find that 95% of the time, people who have this concern are able to get comfortable after the first few minutes. Remember that you are in complete control, and can exit the tank at any time. There is also a light setting for floating with the door propped or fully open. We also have an open float pool, that isn’t enclosed at all!
how are the Float tanks kept sanitary?
We follow similar health department regulations for public pools and spas. Between each person, water is passed through a series of filters three times, and we also schedule filtration overnight. Our filtration process includes mechanical and UV steps, and we use a dilute solution of hydrogen peroxide. The real magic of our filtration is the salt itself. Our float vessels have twice the salinity of the dead sea, so the water is doubly deadly to microbes!
WHAT HAPPENS IF I FALL ASLEEP While Floating?
It is perfectly fine to fall asleep in the tank. In fact, some individuals sleep in float tanks on a regular basis! Because the water is much denser than your body, it is impossible for you to sink. The worst that could happen is an abrupt awakening to salt in your eyes. We do have protocols in place if the music doesn’t wake you up. First, we turn it up, then we turn on the filtration for a brief burst of water. That should do the trick. In the rare event it doesn’t, we will come a knockin.
do I need to bring anything to My Float Session?
Come as you are! We keep towels, ear plugs, blow dryers, and other useful things here at the spa for you. While you may wear a swimsuit if that makes you more comfortable, we encourage floating nude. Firstly, it helps keep the tanks cleaner, and more importantly, it is a better experience.
are there any cases where someone isn't allowed to float?
Float therapy is very accessible and can benefit most people. If you have epilepsy, a pacemaker, eczema, blackouts, a recent surgery or serious injury, or similar conditions, it is best to consult with your physician before you float. Pregnant women should also talk to their doctor before scheduling, though floating can be very helpful in easing the pains of pregnancy. Lastly, we ask that you abstain from floating if you recently dyed your hair or had tattoo work done.
can two people float together?
Yes, however, you must be aware of a few things. Floating is a very personal experience, but can be neat and bonding thing to do with a child or a partner. It can also be very distracting and not very relaxing. You just have to know that you will feel every ripple, and hear every sound that your co-floater makes. So if someone starts there snoring before you get settled in, you may not get settled in. At Theta, our policy is that both floaters must have completed a minimum of 3 floats before embarking on a tandem float.
To understand why those in our community choose floating, here are some interviews from some of our clients.
