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Contrast therapy alternates heat and cold. Spend 10–20 minutes in the traditional sauna, then 1–5 minutes in the cold plunge, repeating 2–3 times. This technique is thought to enhance blood flow through repeated blood vessel dilation and constriction.

You should not engage in contrast therapy if you have any cardiac or neurological condition(s), take medication, or are feeling lightheaded. Always speak to a physician before engaging in a new wellness practice.

Cold plunging is an intense experience that takes practice. Our twin plunges have two temperature settings. Use the warmer one for your first few times, spending a minute or less submerged as you adapt. You must focus on slow, steady breathing.

Build up strength for the colder unit by spending more time submerged each time you come. Always listen to your body. If you feel lightheaded, step out immediately.

It depends on your goal. Cold submersion post-training can help with soreness. If your goal is muscle growth, recent studies have shown that cold immersion post-training can inhibit muscle growth. While more studies are needed, to stay on the safe side, we suggest waiting a few hours after training if your goal is muscle growth.

Our traditional sauna is a dry heat at a higher temperature, handcrafted with virgin cedar wood to limit off-gassing caused by heat. The steam room uses a steam injector unit and maintains humidity near 100% for a blissful experience.

Our space is built around contrast therapy, and our handcrafted traditional sauna’s higher heat makes the switch from the cold plunge more effective. It’s also the type used in most long-term sauna research. Infrared cabins are often pre-fabbed, run cooler, and heat the body more directly (as opposed to heating the air).

If you’re used to an infrared sauna, keep your sessions shorter as you learn how your body adjusts. If you’re looking for the benefits of infrared, our quad red light can emit either pulses or sustained waves of infrared. Just let your tech know which you prefer.

You’ll sit on a massage table in front of a four-panel array of red light, with the option to add infrared (a longer-wavelength light, invisible to the human eye). Red light therapy is non-invasive and painless (you may experience a warming sensation that many find calming).

Sessions run either 15 or 30 minutes. Consistent use (~3x a week) is required for best results. Protective eyewear is provided and must be worn the entire session. Never look directly into the light emitters.

Yes. Body treatments take place in our private treatment room and are booked on a separate schedule. Our full menu is coming soon.

Both are provided by Mana Warrior, a licensed nursing team that works alongside us in the space. Their nurses administer and monitor every session, not Surf Haus Wellness staff. For questions regarding these modalities, please visit manawarrior.com.

If you’re ready to book, please visit manawarrior.com/booking. All questions will be answered during your consultation with a licensed nurse.

Surf Haus Wellness staff cannot answer medical questions or recommend medical treatments. Your treatments will be facilitated by a member of Mana Warrior’s nursing team.

Yes. Expect a health screening with the nursing team before your first treatment. You will need to provide your medical history. They’ll confirm if the treatment is right for you and answer any questions related to the treatment.

The easiest way to book is through the Surf Haus app, available on the App Store and Google Play Store. You may also reserve a session through our website or in person. We suggest booking ahead to ensure space is available.

Make sure you know your account credentials and keep them secure to prevent account misuse.

Check your booking for your treatment’s specific policy. Mana Warrior sets their own policies.

For standard sessions, cancel or reschedule at least 12 hours before your reserved time to keep your credit. Late cancellations and missed visits will use the credit or incur a $75 charge if you are an unlimited member. Sessions end at their scheduled time, so a late arrival shortens your visit.

Check the schedule for our weekly hours.

102 Boardwalk, Long Beach, NY 11561. We are located on the boardwalk on Riverside Blvd. Get directions

Parking, year-round: You can park on Riverside Blvd behind Skudin Surf (1 Riverside Blvd) or on Broadway.

Parking, summer (Memorial Day through Labor Day): Park in the unpaved lot at Edwards and Broadway, then go up the Riverside Blvd boardwalk ramp and walk left (east). We are on the boardwalk level of “The Boardwalk” Condominiums.