I agree to be held responsible for ensuring all members of my party + any guests follow these guidelines to ensure a safe environment for all. If the terms in this agreement are breeched, The Nomadic Sauna reserves the right to ask you to leave the premises immediately, at their discretion.
Acknowledgement of risks
Using the sauna + cold plunge is inherently a pleasurable + beneficial experience, however, as with all things, there are elements of risk. You must be mindful of:
– Slippery surfaces caused by water, ice, snow, mud or other slippery surfaces.
– Exposure to hot + cold temperatures.
– Exposure to hot equipment.
– Increased internal body temperature.
– Collisions or contact with other persons + objects inside or outside of the Sauna.
– Exposure to airborne illnesses or transmittable diseases.
Fitness
I agree all of the following statements are true:
– I am physically + mentally fit to participate in the Sauna or cold plunge.
– I do not have any medical condition/s, such as anhidrosis, that interferes with my ability to sweat.
– I do not have any underlying health problems or pre-existing medical condition.
– I am not pregnant or subjecting a foetus to excessive body temperatures that may cause foetal damage during pregnancy.
– I am not taking, or are under the influence of any drugs, alcohol, medication or other substance/s affecting my mental or physical state.
– Exposure to heat + cold puts stress on the body, affecting circulation, heart rate + blood pressure. If you have an underlying health condition in any of these areas, seek medical advice to ensure safety while exposing your body to extreme temperatures.
Sauna etiquette
– Only provided water should be poured on the hot rocks + consent from other Sauna bathers must be obtained before doing so.
– No oils or homemade concoctions to be added or applied to the skin.
– No alcohol to be consumed in the Sauna. Smoking or vaping is not permitted.
– Jewellery should be removed to prevent burning.
– Sauna sessions should last no more than 15-20 minutes without breaks.
– If you are swimming it is your responsibility to ensure you are a capable swimmer + can handle being exposed to cold temperatures + varying conditions.
– All persons enter the sea/lake/cold plunge at their own risk. Dipping must not exceed one minute per degree celsius.
– Towels must be used to sit on inside the sauna. Please take the towel with you each time you exit the Sauna.
– No nudity in any community Sauna or cold plunge, at any time.
Responsibility
I cannot + will not rely on anyone other than myself to keep me or my personal property from my participation in the Sauna – except to the extent such damages, injuries or death results from conduct that constitutes greater than ordinary negligence under UK law.
Children + Sauna
– I understand NO children under 7 yrs old are able to use the sauna or cold plunge.
– I understand children under 16 yrs old are not covered by our insurance to use the cold plunge so they do so at your/their own risk.
– I take full responsibility for any child/minor I have booked in + will sign an Under 16s Waiver at the location before they use the sauna.
– Children under the age of 16yrs are NOT able to use the sauna or swim in the lake at our Swanborough location.
– I understand children aged 7-16 years old can be booked into a private session.
– I understand community sessions are generally for ages 16yrs+. In exceptional cases, younger children may be permitted, but only with prior approval from management by email.
– I understand that I must remain present at ALL TIMES.
Health + safety
– I will keep myself + others safe at all times whilst using the Sauna or cold plunge.
– My participation in the Sauna or cold plunge is voluntary + I can refuse to participate or quit participating at any time, for any reason.
– If I see other bathers behaving inappropriately or dangerously, or if I become aware of any risks posed by equipment defects, I will report it to a member of The Nomadic Sauna staff.
– I understand if I act in a way to cause other bathers to feel distressed, through inappropriate language, sexual comments, non-consensual nudity, or other offensive behaviour, I will be asked to leave the Sauna premises. The decision to do so is at the discretion of The Nomadic Sauna employees. I will accept their decision as final.
– I understand The Nomadic Sauna may cancel my sauna at short notice when there are extreme weather conditions making it unsafe to Sauna.
Photography + filming
– I agree to only take pictures + film with consent.