Float Session in Float in Spa

 

Float in Spa Picoas and Rato has 4 floating rooms at your disposal.

In Float in Spa Rato you can choose to float in the “open” float, however in all floats you can float with the lid open or closed according to your preference.

During the session, you can control the operation of the lid, the light and the sound. You also have an alarm button at your disposal so you can call a receptionist whenever you need.

The most advanced flotation systems are at your disposal.

Advice for 1st Float

• On the first fluctuation, we recommend that you arrive at the Float in ten minutes before the session so that you can complete your client file smoothly and also to provide you with some information about the course of the session.

• A sessão de flutuação dura cerca de 1h15min, contando com o tempo necessário para tomar os duches antes e depois da mesma e também para se despir e vestir. Ficará a flutuar durante 50 minutos. Pode também adquirir uma sessão de 90 minutos, se tiver essa preferência.

• Towels, slippers, shampoo, shower gel, moisturizer and hairdryers will be at your disposal. If you wish, you can bring your bathing suit, although you must float without clothes, so that you have a more comfortable float and so that you can fully benefit from the deprivation of the sense of touch.
If necessary, we have the necessary products to remove makeup.

• We do not advise you to float if you have deep skin wounds, as salt water will cause irritation in the sensitized area. If the wounds are minor, you can use petroleum jelly (available in the float room) to cover the injured area.

Contraindications

People of all ages can float, although younger ones should float with adult supervision.

The contraindications are as follows:

• It is not possible to float during the menstrual period;

• It is not advisable to float immediately after epilation, as it can cause discomfort to sensitized skin, impairing your experience of float session. For the same reason, people who have recent wounds;

• People with schizophrenia or severe mental illnes

• People with severe skin problems should not float;

Floating is not recommended for people with ear problems;

• Float Session is also inadvisable for people with severe hypertension;

• Float Session under the influence of alcohol is not allowed.

• Floating is not permitted after having dyed your hair (on the same day, or if there is a possibility of dye coming off your hair).

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the floatation?

Floatation device is a flotation system that allows you to lie down on 30 cm of water, mixed with a special salt (Epsom salt), making it possible for your body to float effortlessly and weightlessly.

  1. Where can I float?

Float sessions are available at Float in Spa Rato and Float in Spa Picoas.

  1. How long does the float session take?

The float session lasts 50 minutes, although you should allow an additional 15 to 20 minutes to take the necessary showers and get dressed calmly. We recommend that you arrive 5 minutes early for the first session so that we can explain some details about the float.

  1. Why combine floating with other therapies?

The deep state of relaxation achieved with a floatation session is the perfect complement to many massages and spa treatments. Floating before a massage will allow you to start the massage completely relaxed and free of all stress, allowing you to fully enjoy all of its effects. On the other hand, the effects of floating are also enhanced by those of the massage.

  1. What do I need to bring?

You don't need to bring anything except yourself. Towels, slippers, bathrobes, shampoo, shower gel, makeup remover and hair dryers will be at your disposal. If you wish, you can bring your swimsuit, although it is not necessary.

  1. Should I book the session in advance?

Yes. It will always be safer to book in advance to ensure that you have the session at the time that best suits you.

  1. Can I bring a friend?

Yes. Floating is a unique experience and it's fantastic to be able to share it with a friend. We can reserve two rooms, but it is not possible to share the same float room.

  1. Will my skin become wrinkled?

No. The (Epsom) salt used will not cause your skin to wrinkle as it does during a long bath. On the contrary, your skin will benefit from the water and salt solution used, becoming smoother and revitalized.

  1. What if I'm claustrophobic?

This won't be a problem because we have an "open" float in Float in Spa Rato, although you can also float "in the capsule" with the lid open.

  1. Can I float while pregnant?

Yes. From the 3rd month onwards it is highly recommended. The weightless environment that the floatation provides is extremely beneficial for future mothers. The tension accumulated in the back and abdominals is relieved during the session.

The deep state of mental relaxation is also very good for the baby. The energy recovery provided by the floating session helps to compensate for bad nights of sleep, before and after pregnancy.

  1. How is hygiene guaranteed?

The 300 kilos of Epsom salt contained in the water ensures the elimination of all bacteria, making contact with them much less likely inside the floatation pool than when you are walking down the street or in the workplace. Hygiene is also guaranteed by the filtering of all the water in the floatation pool between sessions and by the constant measurement and maintenance of the water quality.

  1. Who shouldn't float?

– People with schizophrenia or serious mental illnesses cannot float, and epileptic patients may only float under supervision.

– Women during their menstrual period cannot float.

– People with serious skin problems should not float.

– It is also not advisable for people with severe hypertension to use the float.

– It is not advisable to float after waxing as it can cause discomfort to sensitive skin, which can impair your floating experience. For the same reason, people with recent wounds should not float.

– Floating under the influence of alcohol or drugs is prohibited.

  1. Is floating advisable for athletes?

Yes. In addition to preventing injuries, it also helps to heal injuries to muscle tissue and joints. There are several sports communities that use this method as an aid to sports practice, such as the Australian community that uses it for Olympic competitions. Athletic performances are also improved not only by the physical effects of relaxation, but also by increased concentration. 

  1. Does floating help recover from the effects of jet lag?

Yes. Under normal conditions, it can take a few days for our internal clock to adjust after a long flight. Studies show that floating is much more effective than normal sleep in helping to speed up or eliminate the jet lag cycle, as floating has a “reset” effect on our biological clock.

  1. What if I can't swim?

Don't worry. The high density of Epsom salt in the water makes it impossible to sink.

  1. Sensory deprivation? What if I don't feel comfortable in the dark or silence?

There will be no problem because while you float, you have buttons at your disposal that allow you to turn the light and sound on or off.

  1. How can I prove the effects and benefits of floating?

The best way is to try them. We guarantee you will feel them.

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Hygiene and Safety

Did you know that the water in each floatation pool is much cleaner than the water available for public consumption!?

Through bacteriological analysis it is possible to verify that each tank contains a level of 0 bacteria.
Given that each tank contains 300 kilos of salt, the use of this salt has a bacterial effect in itself to guarantee the absolute hygiene of the water.

Chlorine is also used as a supplementary measure.
The water quality is checked several times a day, checking not only the chlorine levels but also the pH level.

After each session, the water in the tank is completely filtered to remove any impurities, ensuring maximum hygiene of the floatation tank.

Out of curiosity, in our daily lives, whether on the street or in the workplace, we are constantly
contact with bacteria, unlike what happens inside a flotation capsule, where bacteria cannot survive due to the very high amount of salt.

Tank safety is guaranteed by using the most advanced flotation systems from the world's largest manufacturer of flotation tanks: the Floataway Floataway.

Having started its activities in 2008, Float in has more than 11 years of experience that ensures that each session is carried out guaranteeing all hygiene and safety conditions for the client.

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