A checklist on how to float at VFL
It’s a very simple process, but if you’ve never floated before, this is a good 3 minute read on what to expect…
If you need to use the restroom, please do so before you float.
First, get comfortable in you room. You’ll notice a few items - a bath towel, washcloth, and hand towel; a makeup/wet wipe; A&D Ointment; ear plugs.
We recommend using earplugs. You’ll want to put those in before you shower. Ball them up and stick them in your ears.
If you have ANY cuts or chafing, we also recommend using the A&D ointment before you get in the tank. If you forget, you’ll notice stinging for a few minutes, but it will dissipate.
Pre-Float Shower
Your first shower will use Castile soap. This is a gentle way to remove the natural oils in your hair and on your body and helps us keep the tanks clean. It is in the bottle labeled “BEFORE & AFTER,” so you can’t miss it.
You’ll have 5 minutes to get acclimated and shower. We recommend showering at a lukewarm temperature before floating - the water in the tank is skin temperature, so a hot shower beforehand may make the first few minutes in the tank feel chilly.
At the 5 minute mark, you’ll hear a woman’s voice letting you know it’s time for your float to begin, at which point you can step in, lie back, and relax (don’t forget to close the door, although this is optional!) If you finish showering early, feel free to step into the tank and hit the music button to start your float early.
The Float
Open the door and step carefully into your tank. There’s plenty of space and the floor is designed to grip your feet, so no worries about sliding.
Once in the tank, you’ll notice a few things.
First, the three controls. The buttons are labeled for the underlighting (the colored light you saw illuminating the room when you walked in), the night sky option, and the sound button. Pressing either of the light buttons will turn them on and off. Pressing the sound button will increase the volume, until it eventually turns the sound off. Pressing it again will turn the sound back on.
There is a halo attached to the back of the door. You can use it to support your neck if need be.
We also provide a spray bottle with fresh water to clean your eyes/face with if you happen to get salt in your eyes.
Once you’re familiar with your surroundings, lie back and enjoy. We recommend some simple breathing exercises as you settle into your float.
If at any point you find yourself disoriented, you can either stand up to find the door, or press yourself wall to wall to find the control buttons. The door cannot lock, so all you have to do is press on it to open it.
Everything in the tank is fully within your control, so make it your own.
Post-Float
Once your float over, a message will play letting you know it’s time to shower. If your lights were off, they’ll gradually come back on (to wake you up, just in case!).
Find your way to the door and use the handles to stand back up.
Feel free to use any of the shower products during your second shower. A few minutes after the message indicating the end of your float, you’ll hear the tank start its self-cleaning cycle!
When you step out, feel free to chat with us at the desk about your experience.
BUT, if you’d prefer to stay in the zone, just flash us a peace sign on the way out and we’ll know to leave you to your own devices.