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FAQs

Find answers to your questions about our sauna and ice bath experiences below.

Can I use my regular member[ship] or class pack to join the game?

Yes, you can use your regular package or membership and still participate in the game! Stop by the front desk to register though or join in the challenges section of our booking app.

Are there prizes?

Yes! View our grand prizes above. There will also be many surprise giveaways throughout the month.

How can I join?

Sign up can happen 3 different ways:

- Buy the 11-class State Shifters bingo pack for automatic registration

- Visit the front desk for sign-up and to receive a bingo card

- Join in the the challenges section of our booking app

How do I prepare for my session?

Prior to your session, prepare a comfortable area to either sit or lay down. This may be on a couch, bed or a yoga mat on the floor.

We recommend wearing an eye mask to focus your journey inward. It is also beautiful to enhance your experience with essential oils.

We highly encourage the use of headphones to get the best music quality during your session.

How often should I do breathwork sessions?

To get the best results from our breathwork, we recommend doing 1 long breathwork per week, as well as 3 short sessions.

Is breathwork similar to meditation?

Breathwork and meditation have very similar mindfulness benefits. We love breathwork because it is engaging and you feel the benefits after only one session. Breathwork changes the state of your body, helps you to manage stress and anxiety, and allows for immediate feelings of well-being.

The challenge has already started, can I still join?

Of course! Join anytime during the month of August.

What can I expect from Othership: Breathing App?

Our team has experimented with all the traditional breathwork styles, and packaged them into a method that is effective and enjoyable. Othership breathwork has immediate benefits, so you will end each session feeling amazing.

Our sessions are active, rather than passive - so you’re able to focus on the exercises rather than drift back into your stressful or distracting thoughts.

What are the safety protocols for your pools?

At Othership, the health and safety of our journeyers is our highest priority. We incorporate a strict sanitization policy and use an extensive filtration system, and chlorination system to sanitize the pools and ensure that we adhere to Health Canada’s regulations. Our pools are cleaned and maintained on a daily basis, and our waters are regularly tested manually.

What is State Shifters Bingo?

A playful game to bring the Othership community together for the state shifting benefits of hot + cold during the month of August.

Get access to special pricing, earn milestone prizes, and unlock exclusive promotions. Plus, every completed card earns you an entry into the grand prize draw.

What results can I see from regular practice?

We are passionate about this practice because of the amazing transformations we have seen. We regularly receive feedback about incredibly positive changes in stress and anxiety levels, mood & happiness, sleep, energy levels, self-confidence, relationships, motivation, and self-acceptance.

Do you offer accessible pricing?

We are committed to accessibility and will continue to provide a scholar[ship] to anyone with financial stability as a determinant of access. We also maintain 5 free sessions on our app that rotate regularly, these are available to anyone who downloads our app.

Our foundational fares were set based on examining similar apps, as well as the time and energy it takes to create + maintain + expand this digital offering.

Email us at admin@othership.us to inquire about additional financial support.

What do I need to bring?

We only ask that you bring a bathing suit and water vessel (no glass please). Onsite we provide towels (up to 2 per visit) and body wash in our shower amenities. We also have lockers available for day use.

To maintain the most hygienic experience for our Journeyers, Othership is a barefoot space beyond the changerooms. If you’d like to cover your feet, we have ice bath shoes at reception for purchase.

What's the science?

Breathwork shuts down the thinking/ruminating mind so you can enter a state of calm and focus. It calms down the nervous system to shift us out of fight or flight mode into deep relaxation.

Breathing exercises are gaining credibility with elite universities, fortune 500 companies, and the top health researchers.

To learn more about the science of breathwork, check out our blog.

How do I cancel my App Store subscription?

If you purchased your subscription via the App Store:

• Open the Settings App
• Tap your name
• Tap subscriptions
• Tap Othership: Breathing App
• Tap Cancel Subscription

If you don't see Cancel, the subscription is already cancelled and will not renew. For more information on managing App Store subscriptions, click here.

Do you have any tips for a new user?

Sometimes it can feel like a challenge to complete a long breathwork session. But trust us - it's always worth it!

As a beginner, we recommend starting with a few shorter sessions to get familiar with our style and guidance.

It is common for your body to undergo physiological changes while doing breathwork; body temperature fluctuation, numbness and tingling in your arms and legs, tightness in your hands. Do not worry, this will all return back to normal as your breath does.

Our goal is that everyone can receive the full benefits from our style of practice, whether they have previous experience with breathwork or not.

What can I expect from an Othership experience?

Watch this video for everything you need to know prior to your first journey.

How do I cancel my Google Play subscription?

If you purchased your subscription via Google Play:

• Open the Google Play Store
• Tap Menu (3 small horizontal lines) and then Subscriptions
• Tap the subscription you want to cancel
• Tap Cancel subscription

Follow the onscreen instructions. For more information on managing Google Play subscriptions, click here.

What are the safety recommendations?

We do not recommend practicing breathwork while pregnant, as some of the styles and holds might be dangerous for mother and baby.

Check with your doctor before you start a breathwork practice if you have a history of epilepsy or cardiovascular issues, including high blood pressure, or are currently taking antipsychotic medications.

Never perform breathwork while driving or in water.Breathwork has the potential to bring about intense feelings. Because of the strong physical and emotional releases that may arise, it’s not recommended for everyone. Please talk to your doctor before practicing.

Some types of breathwork can induce hyperventilation, which can bring on dizziness, chest pain, and pounding heartbeat.

It is common for your body to undergo physiological changes while doing breathwork; body temperature fluctuation, numbness and tingling in your arms and legs, tightness in your hands. Do not worry, this will all return back to normal as your breath does.

What amenities do you offer?

Othership offers a performance sauna, private ice baths and social commons. We are home to Toronto's largest performance sauna made of Western Red Cedar. We have non-gendered changing stalls and washrooms as well as lockers for storing belongings during your experience.

How do I use the amenities?

The ideal way to utilize the healing benefits of our sauna + ice baths is to toggle between the polarities.

If you are new to Othership, try a Free Flow, and allow our experienced guides to offer 1:1 support through your experience.

The Starter Circuit: sauna for 15-20 minutes, cold plunge for 1-3 minutes, then relax in our tea room for 10 minutes. Continue to toggle between hot + cold + relax for maximum results. Know that there's no right or wrong way to go about hot + cold therapy so experiment and keep it fun.

How do I request a refund for my App Store subscription?

All refunds are handled directly by the App Store.

If your subscription has already been processed, you can easily obtain a full refund from Apple following the steps here.

How do I request a refund for my Google Play subscription?

All refunds are handled directly by Google Play.

If your subscription has already been processed, you can easily obtain a full refund from Google Play following the steps here.

What is your sauna + ice bath etiquette?

Traditionally, saunas and bathhouses have been used for communal health and healing in a social setting.

We’re here because we feel a connection to something beyond ourselves. The word alone - broken up - is really a universal truth: all one. We encourage you to come alone or with friends as our space is motivated by the mission to create connection for a disconnected world.

You don’t need to whisper, but please be mindful of others' experiences. It’s ok to strike up conversations with like-minded journeyers, but this is a flirt-free facility. While we encourage community and interaction, this is no place to hook-up. Please also remember to leave your cell phones in the lockers.

How do I manage my member[ship] on your website checkout portal?

[Click here] to login and manage your account on our Othership web portal.

Where can I park?

Othership does not have designated parking. We recommend giving yourself extra time to accommodate for finding parking prior to arrival.

Othership Adelaide

Outdoor Parking (Paid)

473 Adelaide St W, Toronto

Othership Yorkville

City Parking (Paid)

148 Cumberland St, Toronto

May these tips allow you to save your searching for inside the sauna.

What are the temperatures of your pools + sauna?

Our cold plunge pool ranges from 0°C to 4°C and our sauna temperatures can range anywhere from from 60°C to 100°C with humidity ranging from 0% to 20% but average 75°C to 85°C during our social hours.

Are there any health restrictions?

WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DISCUSS ANY ISSUES WITH YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL. If you suffer from a cardiac condition, high or low blood pressure, or have a history of fainting, our facilities should only be used with a physician’s approval. Othership cannot be held responsible for illness or injury due to client negligence. View our safety policy.

Lost + found

All lost and found items are donated to a charitable foundation every two weeks. If the post-sauna bliss hit too hard and you left something behind, reach out to our crew and we'll keep it safe for you.

Can I visit if I'm pregnant?

Please consult your physician as to the safety of participating in hot + cold therapies.

Can I visit if I'm feeling unwell?

If you’re feeling unwell, we ask that you please reschedule your session and practice building communities of care.

Is there a minimum age requirement?

The minimum age requirement to enter Othership is 18.

Can I wear glasses in the sauna?

To prevent heat damage, we do not recommend wearing any form of eyewear in the sauna. You may safely store your glasses in your locker prior to beginning your journey.

How do I book a guest?

Easily book a reservation for a guest by visiting our schedule page. Tap the button "Reserve", login to your account, tap the circle next to "Guest" and then complete your reservation. Your guest will receive an email with details of their upcoming reservation.

How do I cancel my member[ship]?

To cancel your member[ship], send a quick email to the ship location where it was purchased. See our contact page for a complete directory of Othership contact and location information.

What do I need to bring?

We only ask that you bring a bathing suit and water vessel (no glass please). Onsite we provide towels (up to 2 per visit) and body wash in our shower amenities. We also have lockers available for day use.

To maintain the most hygienic experience for our Journeyers, Othership is a barefoot space beyond the changerooms. If you’d like to cover your feet, we have ice bath shoes at reception for purchase.

How do I use the amenities?

The ideal way to utilize the healing benefits of our sauna + ice baths is to toggle between the polarities.

If you are new to Othership, try a Free Flow, and allow our experienced guides to offer 1:1 support through your experience.

The Starter Circuit: sauna for 15-20 minutes, cold plunge for 1-3 minutes, then relax in our tea room for 10 minutes. Continue to toggle between hot + cold + relax for maximum results. Know that there's no right or wrong way to go about hot + cold therapy so experiment and keep it fun.

What can I expect from an Othership experience?

Watch this video for everything you need to know prior to your first journey.

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