The 2026 UK Aufguss Championships will take place at the award-winning Galgorm Resort from 20th–22nd April 2026. This marks the second time the prestigious event will be hosted at Galgorm, following the success of its debut there in 2024.

For 2026, the championship format expands in an exciting new direction. The event will feature two distinct categories: Performance Aufguss, and Modern Classic Aufguss.

In the Performance Aufguss, both Singles and Teams will deliver immersive, theatrical Aufguss performances featuring choreography, music, and advanced heat and aroma crafting. Winners will go on to represent the United Kingdom at the Aufguss World Championships Finals at Satama Sauna Resort, Germany, in September 2026. Runners-up will qualify for the Play-Offs at Thermen Bussloo in the Netherlands in August 2026, providing another shot at getting to the finals.

The newly introduced Modern Classic category celebrates the roots of Aufguss with a focus on traditional technique, ritual structure, and refined heat distribution. This will be the first time a Modern Classic Aufguss category has run in the UK. The winner will qualify for the World Finals in Farris Bad, Norway, later in 2026.

An international jury of certified Aufguss experts will adjudicate both competitions, ensuring the highest level of fairness, professionalism, and alignment with global standards. The combined format is expected to bring a new energy to the event, offering diverse experiences for guests and a richer platform for established Sauna Masters and rising talents.

Booking information will be released later this year.