Frequently Asked Questions

Your transformative experience begins at the beautiful Kapiolani Park. Upon arrival, we guide you through a smooth check-in process before transitioning into a powerful 25-30 minute guided breathwork and meditation session. You'll be lying down, taking deep, intentional breaths to oxygenate your body and calm your mind in preparation for the ice plunge. Following breathwork, we move into the ice bath, with a recommended duration of 2 minutes for first-timers and up to 3 minutes for returning participants. While we encourage you to embrace the full experience, you can listen to your body and adjust as needed. Our team will guide you through a safe and supported entry and exit. Afterward, you'll have time to move, warm up naturally, and integrate the effects of the session. We recommend waiting at least 30 minutes before immersing in the ocean to allow your body to adjust gradually.

We meet at Kapiolani Park, right between Barefoot Cafe and Waikiki Aquarium. [Click here for the Google Maps link](https://goo.gl/maps/xyz).

Water is kept around 37.4-41°F (3-5°C). Embrace the cold within sensible bounds to enjoy its benefits while ensuring safety and avoiding the risk of hypothermia.

Regular ice baths offer numerous benefits: - **Weight Management**: Ice baths trigger thermogenesis, releasing norepinephrine and producing brown fat that burns carbs to generate heat, aiding in weight loss and metabolism. - **Mental Health**: Cold exposure releases chemicals like norepinephrine and endorphins, improving mood, focus, and reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. - **Immune System**: Cold exposure boosts the immune response, increasing white blood cell circulation and reducing sickness absence. - **Circulation**: Cold temperatures challenge the circulatory system, enhancing blood flow and circulatory efficiency. - **Pain Relief**: Cold therapy reduces inflammation and pain perception, providing relief for muscle soreness and chronic pain.

We recommend a 3-minute ice bath to maximize benefits while avoiding hypothermia. This duration is based on our experience and current research.

To get the most out of your ice baths, aim for a total of 11 minutes per week. This can be split into 2-4 sessions, each lasting 1-5 minutes. This routine, recommended by Dr. Susanna Soeberg, helps you achieve the best health benefits.

Life happens and we understand that things change. To ensure fairness, cancellations are permitted up to one hour before the scheduled session, guaranteeing a full refund for such cases. However, cancellations beyond this timeframe would result in the forfeiture of the payment.

In the event of inclement weather leading to the cancellation of a session, rest assured that you will receive a complete refund. Your satisfaction and fair treatment are our priorities.

1. Individuals who are pregnant or under the age of 16 are advised to abstain from plunging.

2. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, or any other cardiovascular condition, it is essential to consult your medical professional before engaging in plunging activities.

3. If you are on medications that may adversely affect vascular circulation, please seek advice from your medical professional prior to taking the plunge.

4. If you are feeling feverish or experiencing cold symptoms, it is recommended to skip the plunge until you have fully recovered.

5. Ensure that any skin irritations or rashes are properly healed before immersing yourself in the ice.

6. Avoid repeated plunges, as your body's core requires time to heat up. Multiple rounds of an ice bath can significantly decrease your body's temperature, leading to hypothermia.

7. Refrain from consuming alcohol or taking any drugs before and/or during a plunge for your safety and well-being.

8. Do not plunge alone.