A 3-day immersive training in the woods with Katie Bracher, Sauna Master UK
Wild Spa Wowo, Sussex
Are you ready to deepen your practice and step more fully into your role as a sauna guide?
Sauna Guide Foundations with Sauna Master UK is a three-day immersive training held in the forest glade of Wild Spa Wowo. Led by experienced facilitator and sauna expert Katie Bracher, along with guest sauna masters, this unique gathering brings together techniques and traditions from the Global Bathing Arts, woven with nature-based ritual and embodied learning.
Together, we’ll refine your facilitation skills, explore the roots and evolution of sauna culture, and support you in crafting your own authentic sauna offerings. You'll leave with a stronger sense of presence, confidence, and creativity in your guiding.
Cost: £655
Katie Bracher (@Saunamasteruk) and the team at Wild Spa Wowo are delighted to be hosting the magical Birutė Masiliauskienė from the International Bath Academy to offer a unique Lithuanian Sauna Master Level 2 training.
This is a 3 day advanced course suitable for people who have previously completed the Level 1 Sauna master training and are now looking to delve deeper into the magic of sauna and whisking practices. You will be focusing on making and using in-sauna beauty treatments, full body classical whisking and whisking a group which is is useful for offering rituals, celebrations and fun sessions.
Throughout the course, you’ll learn the cornerstone techniques of classic sauna therapy:
Two-Sided Body Whisking: Master the traditional, safe, and ergonomic sequence for whisking both sides of the body.
Natural Body Scrub and Skin Peeling: Create your own all-natural scrubs and practice full-body cleansing for skin care.
On the final day, you'll bring together everything you’ve learned, leading a holistic sauna treatment designed for a small group. This experience is essential, as almost 90% of custom sauna sessions involve working with small groups.
Here's an overview of the hands-on sessions:
Day 1: Full Classical Whisking – Learn the technique to whisk both sides of the body with safety and precision.
Day 2: Home Spa Techniques – Discover the art of making natural body scrubs and practicing full-body cleansing.
Day 3: Leading Group Rituals – Wrap up the course by conducting a traditional pirtis ritual, focusing on all the essential elements for a rich, communal steam bath experience.
By the end of this intensive course, you’ll be equipped to confidently deliver transformative sauna experiences, whether working one-on-one or with small groups.
Timings will be confirmed nearer the event and may differ slightly to above.
You will receive a Certificate for this training from the International Bath Academy