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“(Floaters) gain something from the experience,” Jonathan says. “They emerge with this new sense of creativity. For a lot of people, it really does inspire them to do something fantastic.”
Each guest of Float Light floats in either a pod, known as the Orb, or a float cabin in a private suite for exclusive use during their session. Inside, magnesium-rich Epsom salt is dissolved in inches of perfectly warmed water to match the body’s external temperature, creating an imperceptible difference between being above and below the surface. Floating focuses on what your body’s not doing: fighting gravity and everyday stressors that impact our well-being.
Immaculate and simple, each room is lit faintly and is monitored by sensors, adding to the otherworldly atmosphere reminiscent of outer space. The air surrounding the Orb and cabin is pleasantly warm, and the water inside a perfect 93.5 degrees. The option of twinkling lights on the ceiling and meditative music softly playing are both within the floaters’ control. Floating naturally takes the pressure off your body and mind.
“The physical benefits are incredible. What you’re doing is floating effortlessly... you’re letting your muscles release in a way that’s just as deep as a massage would be but naturally and with nobody interfering with you,” Jessie says. “When you’re able to release those muscles and just fully let your body relax, you’re getting better muscle recovery and your bone structure has the opportunity to put itself back into align- ment the way it naturally wants to be.”
“It’s unlimited what can happen while floating,” Jan adds. “I floated 30 years ago and it helped my postpartum depression. Today I float for severe muscle, joint and nerve pain. It is remarkable.”
Float Light provides guests the ideal environment to find Zen, to reach a state of nothingness. Better mental clarity, improved sleep and heightened creativity are among some of the additional effects of the zero gravity therapy. Jessie explains that it’s not uncommon to feel an emotional release within the tank, and sometimes days and weeks later.
No time at Float Light is rushed. Floaters are welcomed and encour- aged to relax and enjoy the ambiance in the lounge after their float. Water and a variety of tea are offered, along with journals to write or draw if you feel inclined to do so. The lounge was created as a place to reflect and digest, a sanctuary to express yourself if you feel compelled to share.
“It’s all about the person and what they’re experiencing, their sacred solitary journey in the tank,” Jessie says. “If it feels right for them to connect with other floaters and share their story, by all means abso- lutely do. But if you want it to be for you, that’s also exactly what it’s there for.”
“The community and our guests are the most important attribute of our business,” Jonathan adds. “They are what embodies the heart and soul of Float Light.”
The trust and belief surrounding Float Light by its members is astounding and as indescribable as the concept of floating itself: too extraordinary for description.
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To delve into the world of Floating Light and how it has impacted its
float family, visit www.facebook.com/floatlight.