Sauna Safety

  • Children ages eleven and under are not permitted in the sauna.
  • Children between the ages of 12-16 must be accompanied by an adult in the sauna at all times.
  • Allow yourself to cool down completely after exercising; at least ten minutes, before entering the sauna.
  • Pregnant women and persons suffering from heart disease, diabetes, high or low blood pressure, circulatory or respiratory problems, seizures or epilepsy, or any other illness, should not enter the sauna without prior medical consultation.
  • Do not use the sauna while under the influence of any type of alcohol, drugs, anticoagulants, antihistamines, vasoconstrictor, vasodilators, stimulants, hypnotics, narcotics or tranquilizers.
  • Patrons must be clean and hygienic to use our facilities.
  • Clean attire must be worn and participants are required to use a towel to sit on, and avoid contact with the wood as much as possible when using the sauna.
  • Remove all metal jewelry prior to entering the sauna.
  • The surface of the rocks, heater and surrounding area can be extremely hot. Exercise caution.
  • Prolonged use of sauna not recommended due to fatiguing effects. Limit yourself to a maximum of 15 minutes.
  • Do not smoke, exercise, eat or drink beverages in the sauna room.
  • Leave the sauna immediately if you experience any nausea, dizziness, hot flashes, cold chills, headaches or other discomfort.
  • Drink plenty of water before and after leaving the sauna.
  • Use of any product other than clean drinking water on heating rocks is prohibited in a wet sauna.
  • Please do not pour excess water on the sauna rocks— limit to one half-cup every five minutes or more.
  • Do not use the sauna to dry clothes, swimsuits or towels or place materials near the heater or guard fence.
  • Newspapers, magazines, or other reading/paper materials are prohibited.
  • After using the sauna, participants must shower prior to entering the plunge pool.
  • If repair or assistance is needed, contact Josh Goodman at 207-295-4948/josh@nativesauna.com