Check in, grab a gray numbered cube from one of the shelves and head to a changing/restroom. It’s now time to plunge (or sauna)!

Once you are finished and have changed back into your clothes (feel free to use a black bag we provide for wet suits), please stop by the COFFEE STATION. Pour yourself a hot brew and sit down and relax for a minutes (or take it to go if needed). We also provide protein bars and several water options.

We strive to be a place for relaxation and community so grab a hot cop of Joe and stay a while.

Bring your swimsuit! We provide towels. We ask that everyone wear a swimsuit in the cold plunge and sauna. You can also bring a robe if you prefer to cover up a little more.

Duration is a key factor for effective cold plunging. When just starting out, limit your cold plunges to 30-90 seconds. This exposes your body to cold thermogenesis without overdoing it.

You can gradually increase immersion time to 2-3 minutes per session. Athletes who use ice baths for exercise recovery may stay up to 5 minutes as they acclimate.

We recommend staying in the sauna anywhere from 10-25 minutes.

Contrast therapy involves alternating between cold plunge and sauna to achieve various health and wellness benefits.

We have a beginners plunge with water temperature usually between 52-55 degrees. The water in the intermediate plunge sits between 42-45 degrees.

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Hydrate before using the sauna.

Wear Loose Fitting clothing/swim suit

First time users may want to start with 5 minutes and work your way up to 12 minutes.

*If previous heart conditions please discuss with your doctor before visiting us.

Consistency is key to harnessing the many potential benefits of cold water immersion.

For general health, it is recommended to cold plunge 3-4 times per week. This allows your body time to recover between sessions. On the other hand, athletes who use ice baths to aid muscle recovery after intense training may cold plunge daily.

When beginning cold plunge sessions, it's wise to start with just 2-3 sessions in the first few weeks. Observe how your body responds and gradually increase the frequency from there.

Scream. Let it out:)

Breathe slowly.

Relax your body (drop your shoulders, submerge your hands and arms, lean back).

Take a few long deep breaths.

Close your eyes.

Imagine you are somewhere else.

Find your happy place.

It is suggested that people with heart conditions not participate in a cold plunge before speaking with your doctors as you will increase changes to your heart rate and blood pressure.

When entering cold water, the body experiences an involuntary gasp reflex, which can lead to a sudden intake of breath. This reflex is an automatic response to the shock of cold water and is often uncontrollable.

Brown fat, also called brown adipose tissue, is a type of body fat that keeps you warm when you get cold. Brown fat also stores energy and helps your body burn calories. Brown fat starts working (activates) in cold temperatures.

We are located in Columbia, MO next to Rock Bridge Animal Hospital. You will see two large buildings, we are located at the end of the second building.

A single session can be purchased online or in person. A membership will be purchased in person when you arrive at Polarity.

All members must must start with a 1:1 consult with a member of our team to learn about our protocols, create a plan based on your goals and complete your FREE Cold Plunge, Sauna, or Contrast Therapy session. Once you have completed this consult you can purchase a package.