Deep warmth that helps your body recover and your mind slow down
Life is busy, and our bodies work hard every day. Movement, physical effort, and daily activity can leave muscles feeling tight or fatigued, while stress and long hours can make it harder to fully relax and restore energy.
Infrared sauna offers a gentle, deeply warming way to support recovery, soothe muscles, and encourage circulation. The radiant heat works through the body, helping it release tension, restore energy, and create a sense of calm from head to toe.
Whether you want to feel lighter, improve mobility, or give your body the recovery it deserves, infrared sauna provides a space to reset, refresh, and restore balance.
Book your infrared sauna session and give your body and mind the care they deserve.
What is Infrared Sauna?
Infrared sauna uses gentle radiant heat to warm the body directly rather than heating the air around you. This allows warmth to gradually penetrate the muscles, joints, and connective tissue, helping the body release tension and improve circulation while promoting natural sweating.
Unlike traditional saunas, which rely on high air temperatures, infrared sauna works at a lower, more comfortable temperature while still creating a deep warming effect. The result is a session that feels gentle, restorative, and deeply relaxing.
Many clients enjoy infrared sauna because it allows them to experience all the benefits of heat therapy without feeling overwhelmed by intense heat.
Who is infrared sauna recommended for?
Infrared sauna is especially beneficial for people who want to feel lighter, recover faster, and restore both body and mind. Here’s why it’s perfect for your lifestyle:
- Gym-goers and active people: After intense training, your muscles can feel tight, sore, or fatigued. Infrared sauna gently warms the muscles, improves circulation, and encourages recovery so you can feel ready for your next workout and reduce post-exercise soreness.
- Remedial massage clients: Massage releases tension, but muscles can tighten again between appointments. Using infrared sauna before or after your massage helps keep muscles soft, improves circulation, and supports longer-lasting results. Also great for in between your massage treatments.
- People experiencing muscular tension or stiffness: Daily posture, desk work, and stress can leave the body tight and uncomfortable. Infrared heat penetrates deep into the muscles, promoting release and helping reduce ongoing tension.
- Busy professionals and stressed individuals: Stress often manifests physically as tight shoulders, upper back tension, and shallow breathing. Infrared sauna helps calm the nervous system, relax the body, and give your mind a dedicated pause from everyday pressure.
- Clients with low energy or fatigue: Physical or mental exhaustion can accumulate over time. Infrared sauna stimulates circulation and gently energizes the body, helping you feel revitalised and lighter without intense effort.
- People wanting better sleep or mental clarity: The warmth encourages relaxation and reduces tension in the body, making it easier to switch off, unwind, and enjoy deeper, more restorative sleep.
- Anyone seeking quiet, restorative time: Even without physical pain or stress, infrared sauna offers a peaceful space to pause, recharge, and prioritise your wellbeing. Regular use can help prevent tension and fatigue from building up in the first place.
Infrared sauna isn’t just a luxury—it’s an intentional recovery tool that helps your body perform, heal, and feel lighter every day. For active, busy, or tension-prone lifestyles, it’s an essential part of maintaining wellbeing.
Who is an infrared sauna not recommended for?
Infrared sauna is not permitted at Seasons 5 Spa Retreat if any of the following conditions apply to you.
Cardiovascular disease
Includes heart disease, angina, recent cardiac events, severe circulation disorders.
Why: Heat causes blood vessels to dilate and heart rate to rise, which can place extra strain on the cardiovascular system.
Uncontrolled high or low blood pressure
Why: Infrared heat changes circulation and blood pressure rapidly, which may cause dizziness, fainting, or cardiovascular stress.
Pacemaker or implanted electrical devices
Why: Some manufacturers advise caution because heat may affect device function or comfort.
Pregnancy
Why: Elevated core body temperature may pose risk to foetal development, especially in early pregnancy
Recent alcohol or drug use
Why: Alcohol and some substances impair heat tolerance and increase dehydration / fainting risk.
Severe dehydration
Why: Sauna causes fluid loss through sweating, increasing risk of dizziness, low blood pressure, and collapse.
Active bleeding or haemorrhage
Why: Heat increases circulation and may worsen bleeding.
Acute inflammation or recent injury
Why: Heat can intensify swelling and inflammatory processes.
If you suffer from the following conditions, you will need medical clearance before your visit. Please bring a note from your doctor indicating that it is safe for you to use our sauna.
Diabetes
Why: Heat may alter circulation and blood sugar response, and some people have reduced heat sensation.
Kidney disease
Why: Fluid loss may place extra stress on kidney function.
Multiple sclerosis
Why: Heat sensitivity can worsen symptoms temporarily.
Autoimmune conditions
Why: Heat tolerance varies and fatigue may worsen.
Cancer / recent cancer treatment
Why: Depends on diagnosis, treatment stage, circulation status, and medical advice.
Epilepsy
Why: Heat stress can potentially trigger seizures in susceptible individuals.
Respiratory conditions (including asthma)
Why: Heat may feel restrictive for some clients.
Metal implants / joint replacements
Why: Some implants can feel uncomfortably warm, although most modern implants are safe.
Skin conditions aggravated by heat
Why: Conditions such as rosacea may flare.
Claustrophobia or anxiety
Why: Enclosed heat environments can trigger distress.
What to expect
We want your infrared sauna session to feel relaxing, restorative, and completely enjoyable. Here’s what to know before you arrive:
- Bring your bathers: Wear whatever feels comfortable. Bathers are recommended for hygiene and comfort, though towels will also be provided.
- Stay hydrated: Drinking water before and after your session is important to support natural sweating and recovery. We recommend bringing a water bottle, and our staff will have refreshments available.
- Session length: Most sessions last between 30–45 minutes, but first-time visitors may prefer a slightly shorter session to allow your body to adjust to the heat gradually.
- Relaxation space: You’ll have a quiet, semi-private environment to enjoy the gentle infrared warmth. Take this time to slow down, breathe deeply, and let your body soften.
- After your session: You may feel warm, relaxed, and lightly invigorated. Allow a few minutes to cool down and continue hydrating. We have an indoor pool for you to use and showers with our luxurious Pure Fiji products.
Infrared sauna is designed to feel effortless and restorative. Our goal is to make your visit as relaxing and rejuvenating as possible.
Pricing
45 minutes – $50
Course of 5x 45-minute sessions – $200
Bring a friend for an extra $10 per session
