Thermal Escape
Discover the art of contrast therapy on the shores of Brentwood Bay. Our Social Thermal Circuit combines cedar sauna heat, temperature controlled cold plunge pools, heated outdoor pools, jacuzzi access, and peaceful relaxation spaces designed to calm the mind and restore the body.
Available in both daytime and evening sessions throughout the week, this 90 minute experience invites guests to move at their own pace, embracing the invigorating rhythm of hot and cold while taking in the natural beauty of Vancouver Island's coastline.
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Our cold plunge pools feature advanced temperature control and continuous filtration, providing exceptional water quality and a consistently refreshing cold therapy experience.
Hot and cold therapy places physical stress on the body and may not be suitable for everyone. Please participate at your own pace and listen to your body throughout your session.
Guests may enter and exit the sauna, pools, and cold plunges at any time and are encouraged to take regular breaks to rest and hydrate between rounds.
Glass bottles are not permitted in the sauna, pools, cold plunges, or surrounding areas. Please use non glass water bottles only.
Wearing prescription glasses in the sauna or cold plunge is not recommended, as exposure to extreme temperatures may cause damage.
We recommend removing jewellery before entering the sauna, as metal items can become extremely hot during use.
Sauna and cold plunge use is not recommended for guests who are pregnant or who have heart conditions, circulatory concerns, or blood pressure related conditions unless approved by a healthcare professional.
Our team is on site throughout all sessions. If you feel unwell, dizzy, lightheaded, or experience any discomfort, please exit the thermal facilities immediately and notify a team member.
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Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours of your scheduled session are charged in full.
No refunds are offered for late cancellations or no-shows.
If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your booking to another guest with advance notice.
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Session Options
Midweek Daytime Thermal Session
Reserve your place in our shared Social Thermal Circuit experience. Enjoy 90 minutes of access to the sauna, cold plunge, relaxation areas, and heated outdoor pools, moving through the space entirely at your own pace.
Please note this is a timed reservation, and guests are required to vacate the pool deck at the end of their session.
Midweek Daytime sessions use outdoor changing cubicles and lockers only. Indoor locker rooms are not available for daytime guests. Towels are provided. Guests are required to bring their own robe, sandals, and lock for the outdoor lockers.
Available: Monday to Thursday 10am to 5;30pm
90-minute Public Session - $65
28% Off Evening Thermal Experiences This Weekend
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28% Off Evening Thermal Experiences This Weekend 〰️
Midweek Evening Thermal Session
Reserve your place in our shared Social Thermal Circuit experience. Enjoy 90 minutes of access to the sauna, cold plunge, relaxation areas, and heated outdoor pools, moving through the space entirely at your own pace.
Please note this is a timed reservation, and guests are required to vacate the pool deck at the end of their session.
Midweek Evening sessions include full access to our indoor changing rooms, lounge areas, lockers, towels, robes, and sandals.
Available: Monday to Thursday 5:45pm to 9pm
90-minute Public Session - $69
Weekend Daytime Thermal Session
Reserve your place in our shared Social Thermal Circuit experience. Enjoy 90 minutes of access to the sauna, cold plunge, relaxation areas, and heated outdoor pools, moving through the space entirely at your own pace.
Please note this is a timed reservation, and guests are required to vacate the pool deck at the end of their session.
Weekend Daytime sessions use outdoor changing cubicles and lockers only. Indoor locker rooms are not available for daytime guests. Towels are provided. Guests are required to bring their own robe, sandals, and lock for the outdoor lockers.
Available: Friday to Sunday 10am to 5;30pm
90-minute Public Session - $75 starting June
Weekend Evening Thermal Session
Reserve your place in our shared Social Thermal Circuit experience. Enjoy 90 minutes of access to the sauna, cold plunge, relaxation areas, and heated outdoor pools, moving through the space entirely at your own pace.
Please note this is a timed reservation, and guests are required to vacate the pool deck at the end of their session.
Weekend Evening sessions include full access to our indoor changing rooms, lounge areas, lockers, towels, robes, and sandals.
Available: Friday to Sunday 5:45pm to 9pm
90-minute Public Session - $79 starting June
How to Sauna
A simple hot and cold sequence designed to support circulation, recovery, and overall wellbeing. Each 90-minute social sauna session takes place within a shared setting, giving you time to move through the steps at your own pace, rest between rounds, and repeat the cycle as it feels right for your body.
Begin with gentle heat, allowing the body to warm gradually and the breath to slow. Move into the cold when ready, keeping immersions brief at first and guided by calm, steady breathing. Rest between rounds, hydrate well, and return to the heat as desired. There is no set number of cycles — listen closely to how your body responds and adjust each round accordingly.
For those new to hot and cold therapy, shorter sauna stays and brief cold plunges are encouraged. More experienced guests may choose to remain longer in each phase, always prioritising comfort, control, and recovery over endurance.
The Social Thermal Circuit offers shared indoor and outdoor spaces to rest between heat and cold cycles, allowing the body to settle, muscles to soften, and the nervous system to recalibrate before continuing or concluding your sauna ritual. Guests may enjoy complimentary green tea and water, or choose to purchase kombucha to stay gently refreshed throughout the experience.
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Shower
Begin with a warm shower to cleanse the skin and prepare the body for heat. Take a moment to settle in before entering the sauna.
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Sauna
Spend time in the sauna, allowing heat to warm the body, relax muscles, and encourage circulation. Breathe slowly and step out when ready.
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Plunge
Before entering the cold plunge, please shower before each immersion to help maintain water quality for all guests. Move into the plunge slowly and allow the body time to adjust to the temperature. Short immersions are recommended, followed by time to rest, rehydrate, or return to the sauna at your own pace.
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Rest, Hydrate, Repeat
Take time to rest between rounds, drink water regularly, and repeat the cycle as desired, listening to your body throughout.
Why Sauna?
Regular sauna use, especially when paired with cold exposure, has been shown to support multiple systems in the body. The combination of heat, cold, and rest creates a powerful stimulus for adaptation, recovery, and long-term health. Used consistently and intentionally, sauna and cold plunge are not about extremes or endurance. They are practical tools for recovery, regulation, and long-term health, supporting the body’s natural ability to adapt, rest, and reset.
Sauna
Heat exposure raises core body temperature and increases heart rate in a way comparable to moderate physical exercise. This response improves circulation, delivering oxygen and nutrients to muscles and joints while supporting cardiovascular health. Increased blood flow helps reduce muscle soreness, ease joint stiffness, and support recovery from both physical strain and chronic pain.
Cold Plunge
Cold plunging activates the nervous system and reduces inflammation. Short, controlled cold exposure has been associated with decreased muscle pain, reduced swelling, and faster recovery following exercise or stress. When combined with calm, steady breathing, cold immersion also supports nervous-system regulation and builds resilience to stress.
Contrast Therapy
Alternating between heat and cold stimulates immune function by encouraging circulation and white blood cell activity. Regular contrast therapy has been linked to fewer sick days and improved immune response over time.
Sleep Regulation
Sauna use has also been strongly associated with improved sleep quality. Heat exposure followed by cooling helps regulate core body temperature, a key factor in falling asleep more easily and achieving deeper, more restorative sleep. Many people report fewer nighttime awakenings and improved sleep consistency after regular sauna sessions.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental health benefits are well documented. Sauna and cold exposure trigger the release of endorphins, dopamine, and norepinephrine, neurotransmitters involved in mood regulation, focus, and stress reduction. Over time, this can support emotional resilience, reduce symptoms of anxiety, and improve overall mental wellbeing.