SAUNA
TRAINING & EDUCATION
Welcome to the wonderful world of thermal bathing.
Whether you are a curious enthusiast or looking to start a new career in the sauna industry. We have a range of online and in-person trainings that allow you to explore and learn the beautiful depth and breadth of worldwide sauna culture.
ONLINE COURSES COMING SOON....
DIVE IN - Online & In-person Trainings
Sauna Master is a general term to describe those who hold space and care for people when they use the hot room in any of the thermal bathing traditions.
We have a range of courses from our introductory Sauna Master 101 overview, to deep dive immersive programmes in specific sauna arts.
Our in-person trainings are usually held at Wild Spa Wowo, Sussex.
Our Courses
From our base at Wild Spa Wowo, Sussex, online and occasional tours.
We have a range of training to both start and deepen your sauna journey
COURSE CREATION & HOSTING
Sauna Master 101
What is a sauna master?
How do bathing practice differ in countries around the world?
What sauna rituals exist & how can I guide a sauna for my friends and family?
This 1 day workshop gives you insight and taste of bathing practices and sauna rituals from around the world along with practical knowledge of how to optimise and create a quality sauna practice.
What's Included
-History & modern sauna around the world
- Sauna Stoves, Microclimate & Heat Peak
- Leaf whisking,
- Aufguss
- Aromatherapy & smoke rituals
- Body treatments
- Sauna etiquette
- Health benefits & Contraindications
- Sauna self-care.
Online and accompaniied by in-person day workshops.
You will leave inspired and glowing, once you get a taste for authentic sauna, you'll be hooked!
STUDENT MANAGEMENT
Sauna Guide Level 1
Level 1: Sauna Fusion, a three-day immersive training held in the forest glade of Wild Spa Wowo.
Led by experienced facilitator and sauna expert Katie Bracher, along with guest sauna masters and workshops.
This unique gathering brings together techniques and traditions from the Global Bathing Arts, woven with nature-based ritual and embodied learning.
Together, we’ll refine your facilitation skills, explore the roots and evolution of sauna culture, and support you in crafting your own authentic sauna offerings.
You'll leave with a stronger sense of presence, confidence, and creativity in your guiding.
What’s Included:
- Theory: Sauna Culture, Rituals, Space Holding, Self-care, guest-care
- Leaf whisking and nature-based ritual
- Aufguss technique and practice
- Designing and holding your own sauna ceremonies
- In-sauna facilitation practice with live feedback
- Pre- and post-training online support & resources
Soon to be fully accredited.
SALES & MARKETING
Special Workshops & Events
International Sauna Experts sharing special trainings - see more below.
Sauna Camp: a sauna gathering
Guest Sauna Masters
A programme throughout the year of visiting practitioners - sharing high quality and creative sauna experiences.
Whisk Making
Join us during the midsummer foraging season to learn how to create your own whisk.
BATHE:
A day of tending to your body.
How many ways can we cleanse and nourish ourselves through bathing rituals.
FLOW Festival
Wellbeing day festival at Wild Spa Wowo
International Training
Working with only the highest quality international sauna trainers.
These courses give you an opportunity to dive deep and specialise in the sauna arts.
COURSE CREATION & HOSTING
Lithuanian Leaf Whisking & Natural Spa Treatments
with International Bath Academy
Leaf whisking and sauna bodywork from the Lithuanian Pirtis tradition.
Birute is the lead trainer who regularly visits the UK for training sessions - a highly skilled bath master, with 30 years of experience, this is a unique and powerful training.
These courses give you a deep understanding of how to work with leaf whisks and natural products in the sauna.
Plus tools to bring elemental sauna experiences to you guests.
Programmes:
Lithuanian ABC - Experience a classic Pirtis in this introduction to the ritual and leaf whisking (a fun experience event which is also part 1 of the Level 1 course)
Level 1 - Community Bath
Light Whisking and Sauna Bodywork
Level 2 -
Small group practice, Full Body Whisking and Natural Spa Treatments
Birute also hosts a range of specialist workshops for advanced practice eg. Emotional healing in the sauna space, Plant mythology, group practice...
STUDENT MANAGEMENT
Augfuss
with Aufguss Creations
Aufguss is the art of moving steam around the room using a towel or fan for a short-form (15 minute) sauna experience.
Often incorporating aromatherapy and performance to create an sensory experience and heat peak for the sauna guest.
Our Aufguss training immersions share towel techniques, how to craft an aufguss routine and aromatherapy - amongst other tools and tips for how to create a beautiful and impactful experience.
Sigrid van Rijswijk is the lead trainer and 4 time world champion aufguss master.
She blends performance and creativity to turn sauna sessions into art.
SALES & MARKETING
Saunotus - Finnish mythology and herbal rituals
with Sauna Akka
A traditional sauna experience that takes you into the healing world of the forest.
A deep and meditative sauna practice
that combines the wisdom of Nordic ancestors, natural ingredients and the healing heat of the sauna.
Using rhythm of the vihta (leaf whisk), the healing power of plants and the softness of Löyly (sauna steam) into one holistic experience.
Steamings made from different trees and plants bring their own nuances to the treatment – birch, juniper, yarrow and many other plants bring their aromatherapeutic, healing effects through inhalation and skin.
The 3 day immersion incorporates herbal teas and waters, Finnish mythology and sauna folklore, Finnish sauna tradtions, meditation & magic...
