Float into relaxation in Swindon's first floatation tank.

What are the benefits of floatation therapy?

Floating has been described as:

"a method of attaining the deepest rest that humankind has ever experienced";

"just like having a good night's sleep"

Research has shown that it can:

• give a feeling of deep relaxation and release from stress
• reduce headaches and blood pressure
• relieve the effects of jet-lag, anxiety and depression
• relieve pain in joints, especially backache, by removing the everyday load
• the Epsom Salts leave your skin feeling soft and smooth, usually improving the skin condition
• increase creativity and imagination
• increase circulation and energy levels.

In the gravity-free environment, all of your senses are rested and your body balances and heals itself internally.

One hour of floating is said to be as restorative as 4 hours of sleep.

How does it work?

The tank contains 10 inches of warm water that is saturated with Epsom Salts and maintained at body temperature. The water is so dense that you float fully supported on the surface.

What can I expect in the floatation suite at CLOUD NINE?

You will be taken into the beatifully tiled flotation room that is like a bathroom. There is a power shower for you to use before and after your float.

Also in the room is a large door into what looks like a sauna cabin. When you are ready, you step through here into the enclosed flotation tank.

The warm water is saturated with Epsom Salts and will come up to your calves. It is body temperature.

The tank is large enough for you to stand up and stretch out your arms without touching the sides. You lay down on the water, with an inflatable cusion for your head if you wish.

You dim the lights and listen to soothing music as you float away into silence and total relaxation and tranquillity. Your float will last for about 40-45 minutes.

Towards the end of your session, the music will start again softly
to bring you back...

You have control over the door, the lighting and the music at all times.

After your float, take another shower, use the hairdryer, then relax and enjoy tea coffee or water in your private lounge.

Hygiene

At CLOUD NINE, we have to comply with strict health and safety regulations. The water contains mainly salt, which makes the solution sterile. In addition a small amount of chemical mix is added (as for a swimming pool) to ensure that the water is totally clean.

The water is filtered thoroughly between each float session.

You may shower before and after your float session.