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Waiver

By entering and using the facilities at Sawna Porth Poeth, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions:

 

 

Health and Medical Conditions

Sauna use and cold exposure may not be suitable for individuals with certain health conditions. You must not use the sauna if you:

 

  1. suffer from high or low blood pressure or any heart or circulatory disorder or suffer from epilepsy or diabetes

  2. are pregnant or;

  3. are prone to dizziness or fainting

 

 

Minimum Age

To use the sauna you must be over 18 years of age.

 

 

Pregnancy

Pregnant individuals are advised to consult with their healthcare provider before using the sauna. The use of the sauna during pregnancy may pose risks both to the individual and the unborn child.

 

 

Hydration

Sauna use can lead to dehydration. It is essential to stay hydrated before, during and after sauna sessions.

 

 

Prohibited Activities

Alcohol, drugs, smoking, vaping and nudity are not permitted at Sawna Porth Poeth. The sauna operators reserve the right to refuse admission to individuals who are visibly intoxicated. Refunds will not be offered to individuals who have been refused admission.

 

 

Temperature Sensitivity

Sauna temperatures can be high and may cause discomfort or adverse reactions for some individuals. It is your responsibility to regulate the duration and intensity of your sauna session according to your comfort level.

 

 

Jewellery

Remove all jewellery before entering the sauna, as it will heat up and can cause burns.

 

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Contact Lenses and Glasses

Please remove contact lenses and glasses before using the sauna.

 

 

Sauna Stove

The stove is strictly for use by Sawna Porth Poeth staff only. At no time can you touch the stove, put logs in the fire, open and close the door or move the stove vents. Please ask the sauna operator and they will do this for you if needed.

 

 

Sea Swimming

All individuals entering the sea do so at their own risk. It is your responsibility to assess the weather and sea conditions, to ensure that you are a capable swimmer and can handle being exposed to the cold temperatures and varying conditions of the sea. Be aware there is no lifeguard on duty on The Warren beach or at Sawna Porth Poeth.

 

 

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel or reschedule your sauna session at no extra cost with at least 48 hours notice. Please log into your member account on the website to cancel / reschedule your upcoming bookings in this case. If you cancel within 48-24 hours of your booking, we cannot guarantee credit, but we will do our best to fill your slot and offer a reschedule within the 4-week booking window—please email us in this case. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer credit or rescheduling for cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice. We do not provide credit for no-shows, but all sauna sessions are transferable. If you are unable to attend, you may gift your session to a friend or family member, ensuring they have read and accepted the waiver.

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Usage Guidelines

Please adhere to all posted guidelines and instructions for sauna use. Failure to do so may result in injury or expulsion from the sauna.

 

The following sauna etiquette must be adhered to at all times:

  • Swimwear must be worn at all times.

  • Wash your feet using the provided bucket before entering the sauna.

  • Sit on a towel while inside the sauna.

  • Limit your time inside the sauna to no more than 15 minutes at a time (we recommend 5-15 minutes depending on experience)

  • Respect other sauna users at all times.

  • Check with other sauna users before pouring water onto the stove.

  • When pouring water onto the sauna heater rocks, do this gently from the back of the rocks to the front, to avoid getting burned by the steam. Use the ladle provided for this, do not ‘dump’ water on the rocks.

  • Use only the provided ‘sauna water’ to pour onto the stove.

  • Ensure you change within your booked time slot if using the changing area.

 

 

If you are making this booking on behalf of a group or anyone other than yourself, it is your responsibility to make all individuals aware of these terms and conditions and to practise safe sauna use. All individuals must agree to these terms and conditions and be aware of what to bring to the sauna session (see ‘what should I bring with me’ in FAQs and on the Sauna page).

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