The Floatation Centre, Halifax, NS

Sister Sarah and I did floats this afternoon at The Floatation Centre in Halifax. I’ve done them for a few years (I find them relaxing) and this was her first one.  It was a nice restful spot and the staff was kind and caring.

A 75 minute float in 11 inches of water with 1,000 pounds of salt! 

They gave us some stickers when we left.

Floatation Therapy enhances your overall well-being. Floatation tanks are a simple yet powerful tool used to improve everyday life. The practice is used by many: yogis, athletes, chronic pain sufferers – Everyone and anyone seeking serenity, relief and relaxation.

THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS

• Absorbed through the skin during a floatation therapy session, magnesium can regulate blood pressure, assist in detoxification and the prevention of cardiovascular disease 
• The floatation environment provided by floatation therapy aids in injury recovery, reduces chronic pain, and promotes relaxation. Reduced pain from various sources (stress, rheumatoid arthritis, accidents, fibromyalgia) 
• Increased circulation, greater muscle relaxation and reduction in physical stress. Decrease your recovery time after working out! 
• A one hour floatation therapy session is roughly the equivalent of 4-6 hours of deep sleep

MENTAL BENEFITS 

• Altered states and hypnosis 
• Develop/enhance your mediation and mindfulness practices 
• Mood enhancement 
• Pleasant memories

BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH 

• Floatation therapy assists with the return back to work after a lengthy time off, be it from maternity leave, short-term disability, or worldwide pandemic 
• Reduce stress, depression and anxiety via the increased production of dopamine and endorphins, the neurotransmitters responsible for mood elevation — also known as happiness! 
• The primary precursor to stress, cortisol production is slowed down while floating, allowing for deep states of rest and relaxation 
• R.E.S.T. is not a placebo, it is an active treatment methodology

PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT 

• Increased creativity and originality 
• Improved muscle range, tone and control for increased athletic performance 
• Enhanced learning (includes memory, recognition) and cognitive performance