First-timers visit us everyday!
When you arrive, please notify our host it's your first time.
They'll acquaint you with the facilities, including a tour and instructions on how to enjoy your time between our 194º F dry sauna, Scandinavian bucket shower, 50º F cold pool, and lounge area.
Below are some additional details so you know what to expect. Refer to FAQs if additional questions remain.
What to bring?
✓ swimwear
✓ sandals (optional)
✓ duffle bag (optional)
Traditionally, some bathhouses are clothing optional. At PLUNJ, swimwear is required.
Sauna hats aren't required, but are available for purchase. Ask our hosts about the benefits!
What's Provided?
✓ Large towel
✓ Small (sauna) towel
✓ Complimentary tea + filtered water
✓ Lockers and private changing rooms
If your hands / feet get extra cold, provide complimentary neoprene booties upon request.
Locker rooms are equipped with individual areas for changing, showering as well as complimentary personal care items (i.e. hair ties, q-tips, body wash, shampoo, lotion, hair dryer, etc.) for your convenience.
Where to park?
Google and Apple Maps will bring you to our front door, with limited street parking.
On the South side of our building (opposite our entrance) is free covered garage parking. Find the "2-Hour Visitor Parking" on the first and second levels.
There's also plenty of other street, and paved / dirt lot parking nearby. See our guide to parking for more info.
We're also just a couple of blocks from both bus (2100 S, State St) and train (TRAX Central Pointe, S-Line Central Point / South Salt Lake).
The Regimen
Nordic rituals are as simple as they are effective. Staying true to the Nordic tradition, we have developed #theregimen. We're certain it will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to PLUNJ through whatever life might have in store for you next.
Most important, above all, LISTEN to your own body.
HOT
The top bench is and feels warmer (~185º F) than the bottom bench (~165º F). The host will pour water on the stones to create löyly (the Finnish word for steam that comes off the hot rocks) every 10-15 minutes. For you, after 5-15 minutes of sweating, you'll be craving the cold.
☞ Use Bucket Shower in-between exiting sauna and entering cold plunge. Helps keep our water crystal clear, without having to use a ton of chemicals.
COLD
We say "Take the PLUNJ" and we mean it literally. Submerse yourself (up to shoulders) and then remain for 1 - 5 minutes. Take deep breaths.
You can challenge yourself, but listen to your body. Even walking in and straight out has it's benefits!
REST
Time to relax. Choose a chair, grab your towel, and rest for 3-5 minutes, allowing your body to return your heart rate and temperature back to equilibrium.Take this opportunity to breathe deeply, rehydrate. We have complimentary tea and filtered hot/cold water available, as well as premium drinks for purchase.
☞ Many are tempted to skip this step. DON'T! You'll find so much of the benefit comes from this short rest period.
REPEAT
That should be about 20 minutes time. Now, cycle back through the sauna, bucket shower, cold plunge, rest a couple more times during your session.
Why One Hour?
Lagom (pronounced [ˈlɑ̂ːɡɔm], LAW-gom) is a Swedish word meaning 'just the right amount' or 'not too much, not too little'.
We've found 60 minutes is just right to experience the benefits (without overdoing it). We invite guests to up their frequency (rather than individual session duration) to enjoy more benefits.
That's why our discount passes are priced in a way that the more you come, the less you spend!
Also, would it surprise you to know our 4-times a month pass is called LAGOM? Makes sense, right?
Consult our Frequently Asked Questions page or don't hesitate to contact our onsite hosts in advance of your session.
A Third Place
Coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg, a Third Place refers to a social setting outside of home (first place) and work (second place) where people can connect, relax, and build community. Places such as cafes, bars, parks, libraries, and increasingly (in America) bathhouses.
We intentionally built PLUNJ to be communal. Read our feature in a Salt Lake Sideways for why.
Contrast Therapy is deliberate and safe exposure to extreme temperatures, such as switching back and forth between a sauna and a cold plunge. It provides many physical, mental, social benefits.