Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Sanctuary for Float Therapy & Holistic Wellness
At Sage Float Spa, our mission is to provide a serene environment where clients can prioritize mental and physical well-being, explore consciousness, and cultivate creativity. What began with float therapy has evolved into a curated selection of wellness services designed to support holistic health. Our offerings include float tanks, infrared saunas, contrast therapy, and specialized massage treatments, all thoughtfully designed to promote relaxation, recovery, and renewal. The Sage team combines expertise with personalized care, ensuring each service addresses individual wellness goals.We are deeply committed to serving the Santa Cruz community, drawing inspiration from client feedback to continuously enhance our services. Our founders personal journey with float therapy underscores our belief in these practices transformative potential. With gratitude and dedication, we welcome clients to experience the profound benefits of our wellness solutions.
Services
Float Therapy
Infrared Sauna
Massage Therapy
Contrast Therapy
Couples Float
Prenatal Massage
Cupping Therapy
Hot Stone Massage
CBD Massage
Aromatherapy
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined expertise in wellness therapies and float technology
- Our services integrate scientific research with holistic healing approaches
- Customizable treatment packages address individual wellness goals
- Santa Cruz's first full-service float spa with advanced filtration systems
- Dedicated team of certified massage therapists and wellness specialists
What people say
Deep relaxation
Effective pain relief
Professional staff
Noticeable results
Tranquil environment
Services
Float Therapy
Float therapy involves weightless immersion in Epsom salt-saturated water at skin temperature. This sensory-free environment reduces stress, alleviates chronic pain, and enhances mental clarity. Clinical studies show benefits include improved sleep quality, reduced anxiety symptoms, and accelerated athletic recovery through cortisol reduction and endorphin release.
Infrared Sauna
Our full-spectrum infrared sauna delivers near, mid, and far infrared wavelengths for cellular detoxification, muscle recovery, and cardiovascular benefits. Unlike traditional saunas, it heats the body directly rather than the air, enabling deeper tissue penetration and more efficient toxin elimination through perspiration.
Massage Therapy
Customized massage treatments combine Swedish, deep tissue, and specialty techniques like cupping and CBD therapy. Sessions target specific concerns from sports injuries to chronic stress, with trained therapists adapting pressure and modality combinations to individual needs and preferences.
Contrast Therapy
Alternating hot sauna sessions with cold water immersion stimulates circulation, reduces inflammation, and enhances recovery. This therapy activates the body's adaptive responses to temperature extremes, improving vascular function and accelerating tissue repair processes.
Couples Float
Designed for two people, this experience promotes relational bonding through simultaneous sensory deprivation. The shared environment fosters emotional connection while maintaining individual float benefits, with specialized pods accommodating side-by-side floating for enhanced intimacy.
People
Elana
Founder
Elana founded Sage Float Spa in 2015 after overcoming dissertation-related stress through float therapy. With a PhD in Cultural Geography from UC Merced, she combines academic rigor with practical wellness experience. She maintains personal wellness through daily float sessions and continues developing the business based on client feedback.
Yana Shumate
Certified Massage Therapist
With 15+ years of experience, Yana specializes in Swedish, hot stone, and energy work modalities. She graduated from Twin Lakes College of Healing Arts and focuses on creating nurturing environments that promote holistic body-mind connection through customized massage treatments.
Marie Smith
Certified Massage Therapist
Marie brings expertise in musculoskeletal anatomy and myofascial release therapy. Her approach combines oil and non-oil techniques to address chronic pain patterns, with a focus on helping clients achieve physical balance and deeper body awareness through targeted therapeutic interventions.
Justin Burk
Certified Massage Therapist
Justin offers over a decade of experience in deep tissue and neuromuscular therapy. He graduated with honors from Finger Lakes School of Massage and specializes in combining Swedish and connective tissue techniques to address both acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
Aislyn Weinfeld
Certified Massage Therapist
A fourth-generation healer, Aislyn integrates aura energy work and Reiki with traditional massage techniques. She graduated magna cum laude from UC Berkeley and adapts her approach from Swedish to deep tissue based on individual client needs while incorporating Hawaiian temple massage elements.
Questions
What should I expect during my first float session?
First-time floaters receive a complete orientation including tank operation and safety protocols. The 60-90 minute session occurs in a private room with temperature-controlled salt water. Most clients wear swimsuits, though nudity is permitted for personal comfort.
Are there medical contraindications for infrared sauna use?
Clients with cardiovascular conditions, pregnancy, or chronic health issues should consult physicians before sauna use. We provide detailed health questionnaires and safety guidelines for all thermal therapies.
How do I prepare for a massage appointment?
Avoid shaving 12 hours prior to reduce skin sensitivity. Communicate specific pressure preferences and areas of concern during the initial consultation. Arrive 10 minutes early to complete intake forms.
Can I book multiple services in one visit?
Yes, we offer combination packages including float + massage, sauna + contrast therapy, and customized multi-service options. Packages must be used during the same visit by the same client.
What safety measures are in place for shared float tanks?
Tanks undergo complete filtration with UV and micron filters between each use. The super-saturated Epsom salt solution naturally inhibits microbial growth. Clients receive disposable earplugs and hygiene kits for each session.
