WHAT IS FLOATING?

Floating is the ultimate form of physical and mental relaxation. It has been around for many decades now thanks to the pioneering research of Dr. John C. Lilly. Although he originally sought out to prove that the brain without sensory stimulation would just go to sleep, he surprisingly discovered the opposite to be true.

Some say we only use 10% of our brain. But the real truth is that we use all of our brain; different parts at different times. Although our conscious attention can only focus in on 7 +/- 2 chunks of information as suggested by George Miller's work, we are still processing tons of information unconsciously. And this is via all our sensory channels. At any given moment there is a taste in our mouth, a smell in the air, sounds all around us, all types of lights and visual stimulation, the feelings inside our body as well as outside, and our relationship to gravity (our vestibular system).
Some part of us is having to track all that information.

So the floatation or sensory deprivation tank is a great way to take a "sensory load off." Read what some of the people who have been floating with us are already saying:

"My floating experience was great. When I first went into the tank it was like getting inside a craft to lift me into another world. Upon closing the door, I had the sensation of stepping into another dimension..."

"I loved being in the nurturing womb of the tank. I found the float experience to be totally relaxing and I felt my neck and left arm release on a deep level..."


And keep in mind that these are only the specific experiences of these individual people. The best way to experience the tank is to go in without expectation or desire to have a specific experience. Go in neutral and have the experience that you need to have for that moment in time. (Read more testimonials!)

And although we believe that the benefits of floating are greater than those achieved through other forms of relaxation, we don't however pretend that floating is the only preventive health care method a person should use. Nutrition, exercise, and relaxation should all be woven into a person's lifestyle and needs. Yet, floating should be an essential part of an individual's total fitness and health care program.

INSIDE THE TANK

Hear The Silence
As the sounds fade away, the lights dim to darkness, the awareness of temperature moves out of consciousness, and your breathing slows down, you begin to notice the silence around, and the silence within. No more distractions. No more buzz in the background. Just YOU, your breath, your heartbeat.

Feel The Stillness
And with that silence follows stillness. Stillness of mind and stillness of body. No need for extra movement. No need to exert force when none is required. Inner peace begins here. As you begin to listen to the stillness, the stillness speaks to you. Becoming aware of the space between thoughts. And the stillness that is present in all change.


Experience The Self-Discovery
As your awareness expands, so does your opportunity to discover more about yourself. Once you've settled into the silence, become aware of the stillness, your journey for self-discovery can begin. At times it is pleasant and at other times not so pleasant. Discover without judgment. Discover with curiosity. And the more you discover, the more choice you have. So then choose to keep that which is worth keeping and release all that is not you.

BENEFITS OF REGULAR USE

What effects does it have on the body?

In the gravity-free environment the body balances and heals internally as all the senses are rested. Research shows that floatation therapy measurably reduces blood pressure and heart rate while lowering the levels of stress-related chemicals in the body. Old injuries and aches, (especially backache) experience relief as floating helps blood circulation.  Floating is used widely in the treatment of stress, anxiety, jet lag and to improve concentration and creativity. Sports performance and 'wind down' is also enhanced during floating. Also, one hour of floating has the restorative effects of 4 hours of sleep!
 

What effects does it have on the mind?

During a float, you produce slower brain-wave patterns, known as theta waves, (normally experienced only during deep meditation or just before falling asleep). This is usually accompanied by vivid imagery, very clear, creative thoughts, sudden insights and inspirations or feelings of profound peace and joy, induced by the release of endorphins, the body's natural opiates. Because of these effects, floatation has been used effectively in the treatment of depression and addictions, including smoking and alcohol. It is also used in schools and universities as a tool for Super Learning.