# Waitaki Heat and Plunge

> We started this up after years of dragging chilly bins to the harbour for a cold dip and wanting somewhere warmer to sit afterwards. It is a simple set up in an old wool store off Tyne Street, and most people who come once end up on a pass.

Based in 14 Harbour Street, Ōamaru.

## How it works

- **Sauna, first sit** Sit in the sauna 8 to 10 minutes if you are new, up to 15 if you know your limit.
- **Cool down** Step outside for 2 minutes and let your skin temperature drop before the plunge.
- **Ice bath** In for 30 to 45 seconds your first time, seasoned folk go 90 seconds to 2 minutes.
- **Warm up walk** Walk around for a couple of minutes, get your breathing back to normal.
- **Sauna, second sit** Back in for 10 minutes beginner, 15 to 20 for those used to it.
- **Final plunge** One more ice bath, 30 seconds beginner, up to 90 seconds if you are settled.
- **Rest** Sit wrapped up for 10 minutes minimum before you drive or head off.

## Menu

### Single sessions, per person

- **Sauna and plunge round** — $28. 45 minutes, full round with a host on hand
- **Sauna only** — $18. One sit, no ice
- **Private session, up to 4 people** — $95. Book the whole room for an hour

### Packs

- **5 session pack** — $120. Works out at $24 a visit
- **10 session pack** — $220. Works out at $22 a visit

### Memberships

- **Monthly unlimited** — $95. As many sessions as you like, one month, no lock in
- **Off peak unlimited** — $65. Weekdays before noon, one month

## Details

- **Sauna heat** 80 to 90 degrees
- **Plunge cold** 3 to 6 degrees
- **Session length** 45 minutes
- **Room capacity** 6 people

## What we treat

- **Feeling dizzy or unwell** Get out and sit down, tell a host straight away.
- **Pregnant, heart condition, or on medication** Talk to your doctor before doing hot and cold rounds.
- **Had alcohol** Do not use the sauna or plunge, come back another day.
- **Unwell with a cold or fever** Skip it this week, your body is already working hard.

## Opening hours

- Monday: 9am - 6pm
- Tuesday: 9am - 6pm
- Wednesday: 9am - 6pm
- Thursday: 9am - 7pm
- Friday: 9am - 7pm
- Saturday: 8am - 4pm
- Sunday: 8am - 2pm

## About

It is me, Craig, and a couple of part time hosts who all use the place ourselves most weeks. We keep the sauna wood fired and the plunge fed straight from bore water, so both feel a bit different to the electric set ups you get in the cities. No music, no phones by the tub, just the round.

## Contact

- Phone: 03 434 8821
- Email: hello@waitakiheatandplunge.co.nz
- Address: 14 Harbour Street, Ōamaru
- Website: https://waitakiheatandplunge.garage.co.nz