25hrs over 2.5 days covering in-depth theory, practical skills and in-sauna assessment related to leading a guided sauna session. Supported by a range of resources, including manuals, online video tutorials, exclusive discounts on sauna suppliers, and more - all designed to aid your immediate facilitation once the course is complete.

Cost: £695, booking deposit £95

Module Overview: 'Hosting A Guided Sauna Session'

The entry module 'Hosting A Guided Sauna Session' equips you with all the tools, skills and knowledge to begin hosting your own sessions straight away. You will study the structure of the sauna session and why this is important as you take your sauna bathers on a thermal journey in an informed and carefully curated way. You will learn how to incorporate a wide range of tools into your sessions, from natural aromatics, to use of voice and sound, to the art of leaf whisking and thermal massage, and also how to ensure you are promoting safe and authentic bathing practices at all times. Expect to learn knowledge and philosophy of the steam (löyly), the plants and trees which serve us, the nature of sauna as a portal for transformation, and how to really step into your power and bring your unique personality and skill-set into your practice.

You will also receive a detailed 80 page training manual, exclusive access to a range of video tutorials of core course content, exclusive discount from a range of popular sauna related brands, plus access to the 'secret' area of the website which contains a whole catalogue of other resources.

All your food, snacks, refreshments, and electrolytes are also included. Plus the opportunity to buy discounted whisks and The Sauna Corner merchandise at the end of the course.

We really have put our all into making this a high value offering, and trust that you will not be disappointed.

Reserve your place with a £95 deposit and the remaining balance is due 14 days before the course begins, by installments, or in full, or however we can make it work for you. Please do reach out if you want to discuss a personal payment plan!

Topics Covered:

Introduction 

An introduction to the philosophy, purpose, and transformational power of sauna, and the evolving role of the sauna master in modern British practice.

The art of löyly

Understand the cultural significance of löyly and how to manage heat and steam throughout the guided sauna session

• The thermal journey through the seasons

  Understand the key stages of a sauna session - initial heat, deep heat, intensive sweating, self-care & grounding - to create an invigorating yet deeply relaxing session.

• The world of whisking 

  Understand the benefits of whisking, along with the medicinal and aromatic properties of Birch and Oak

  Whisking techniques

  Practice a variety of bespoke whisking techniques using oak and birch whisks, seamlessly linked to the seasonal and elemental thermal journey.

  Incorporating the Elements

  Deliver an interactive and introspective experience connecting bathers with the four elements, internally and externally.

  Aromatics & Halotherapy

  Learn how to safely use aromatherapy to enhance relaxation and mental clarity in the sauna, including natural aromatics, halotherapy and others.

  Sauna Master Self-Care: Nurturing the Guardian of the Heat

  Explore how to take care of yourself during and after guided sessions.

  Planning a Sauna Session

  Learn to design a guided sauna session incorporating key elements and desired outcomes, with both detailed and short-form plans.

  Further  Reading

  Explore the background and contextual information provided based around sauna culture, contrast therapy, and the sauna renaissance.

Assessment:

• Practical Demonstration – Guide a mini-sauna session incorporating key techniques.

• Skills Test – Demonstrate appropriate leaf-whisking methods.

• Demonstrate understanding of heat and steam management