Saunagus Experience
Welcome to Bridge 8 Heat - Lets take a minute or actually take 60 minutes. Our community sauna experience located onsite at Bridge 8 Hub Edinburgh.
The physical, emotional and social benefits of regular sauna use are experienced by many. A sauna culture is growing in the UK, and our community sauna will make the authentic outdoor sauna experience accessible to many.
As a Community Interest Company, this is a not for profit venture that aims to improve accessibility to the concept of community sauna and support Bridge 8 Hub CIC to be financially secure .
The added benefits of Bridge 8 Heat is your ability to go for a paddle, bike ride, walk or run along our amazing waterway and cycle paths alongside the sauna experience. We hope visiting our community sauna space will become a regular choice.
Enjoy a break from everyday life, focusing on your physical and mental well-being.
Upon arrival, you will receive a warm welcome before being shown to your changing room with boxes for storing your belongings.
Let us create unforgettable moments for you in this extraordinary place that we call Bridge 8 Hub.
HEAT - Sauna
Opens January 2025
Heat
Our wood fire sauna could be perfect way to end or your time with us at Bridge 8 Hub . Take the opportunity to be in the moment and feel the stress of daily life melt away. Wellbeing is at the very heart of Bridge 8 Hub.
Experience
Saunagus is a popular wellness activity in Scandinavia where participants experience a combination of sauna and aromatherapy. A saunagus master will lead you through your session which typically lasts 60 minutes divided over three rounds with a dip in a cold plunge pool and then back to the heat.
Cool
Taking a cold plunge, also known as cold water immersion, has been gaining popularity in recent years due to its numerous benefits. One of the most significant advantages is the improvement of circulation and immune function.
WHATS ON OFFER
OPEN SAUNA
Sessions offering a space for relaxation, wellness and community spirit. We offer a 14-16 person custom-built wooden fire sauna, three cold showers and three chilled baths. Over 18’s only
SAUNAGUS (Sauna with a twist)
Saunagus is a popular wellness activity in Denmark, where participants experience a combination of sauna and aromatherapy. A saunagus session typically lasts 60 minutes divided over three rounds with a dip in a cold plunge and then back to the heat. Over 18’s only
Saunagus combines the classic sauna with aromatherapy, breathwork, and passionate facilitators. Immerse yourself in heat, cold, and breathing exercises that strengthen your mindset.
Arrival 15 minutes before.
Check-in, change clothes, and say hello!
3 rounds of saunagus lasting 10-15 minutes each
3 "breaks" with the option for a dip in one of our 3 plunge pools.
Good music and atmosphere
Sauna master
What to bring
· Swimwear
· Towel to sit on in the sauna
· Towel to dry off after plunge/shower
· Pool sliders/ flip flops
· Water bottle
· Plastic bag for taking home wet belongings
· Sauna hat (optional)
The benefits
Cardiovascular health
Sauna use mimics exercise as far as the heart is concerned. Sauna use is widely recognised to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, as well as releasing endorphins that make us happy.
Respiratory disease
Sauna use reduces your chances of catching a cold and furthermore, reduces symptoms from diseases such as pneumonia
Chronic fatigue & pain
Sauna use in combination with cold water is a phenomenal treatment for pain and inflammation reduction. It can aid with disorders such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, headaches and back pain.
Mental health
Sauna use improves the mood and also sleep quality, which keeps sauna users coming back for more. Cortisol, the stress hormone is also reduced when you use the sauna, causing an alleviation of stress.
Dementia & Alzheimers
Studies suggest that people who sauna regularly are over 50% less likely to get dementia or Alzheimer's disease in their lifetime than those who do not.
Open Session 60mins £13
Friday 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm
Saturday 11am, 12 noon, 3pm
Sunday 11am, 12 noon, 3pm
Saunagus Session 60mins £15
Friday 2pm
Saturday 10am chill, 1pm chill, 2pm upbeat, 4pm upbeat
Sunday 10am chill, 1pm chill, 2pm upbeat, 4pm upbeat
Itison Vouchers January to June 2025
Friday 12.30pm – 3pm, 1.30pm – 4pm,
Saturday 11.30am – 2pm, 12.30pm – 3pm
Sunday 11.30am – 2pm, 12.30pm – 3pm
Concession Club (from May 2025 onwards)
Offer
50% off communal sessions weekdays 8am-2pm If you are on disability benefits, you can access 50% off all communal sessions!
Who can benefit?
Students and/or those on universal credit/tax credits/job seekers/housing benefit.
If you are on disability benefits, our 50% offer extends to all sessions!
How to apply?
Please email admin@bridge8hub.co.uk with your full name and requesting the Concession Club Membership, attaching your digital proof to the email (depending on your circumstances).
Conditions
Please be aware that members can only use their concession card once per session but are able to book multiple concession sessions across the day. This is because the concession applies to you, and you only; e.g. you can use membership for the 10am session once, then for the 11am session once.
You will not be able to use your concession for 10am session twice/three times.
Expiry
The membership will expire in 180 days, or on proof/student ID expiry date (whichever comes first) at which time the member will need to contacts us to reapply.
NHS weekly Friday morning sessions (May 2025)
Any NHS member of staff with an NHS badge ID, subject to availability Bridge 8 community sauna. These sessions are in place to make our saunas an affordable experience for all NHS staff.
Please email admin@bridge8hub.co.uk with your name, the time and day you booked and a copy of your NHS ID. The NHS membership will then be added to your account, so you will be able to book in your NHS slot depending on dates and times available.
Offer
If you work for the NHS, you can access our 1h Morning sessions for free with your NHS ID card.
Who can benefit?
Any NHS member of staff with an NHS badge ID, subject to availability in community saunas.
How to apply?
Please email admin@bridge8hub.co.uk with your name, the site, the time and day you booked and a copy of your NHS ID. The NHS membership will then be added to your account, so you will be able to book in your NHS slot depending on dates and times available.
Conditions
1 session per person per week. Personal NHS ID card needed.