Sauna experience

Sauna Rituals

Our ritual experiences are enhanced by sauna guides trained in traditional rituals from Finland, Estonia and Germany, bringing these time-honoured practices to life and giving you a truly enhanced sauna experience. These rituals take place daily at our Bolands Mills location

Aufguss

Aufguss

Aufguss is a traditional sauna ritual that originated in Central Europe and has become one of the most immersive ways to experience the heat of a sauna.

During an Aufguss session, a trained Sauna Master pours water infused with essential oils onto the hot sauna stones. This creates a burst of steam that increases the heat and humidity in the room. Using a towel, the Sauna Master then circulates the rising heat throughout the sauna, directing waves of warmth around the space so everyone feels the full effect.

Pirtis

Pirtis is a traditional Lithuanian sauna ritual rooted in centuries of Baltic wellness culture. Unlike a typical sauna session, Pirtis is a slow, guided experience designed to deeply relax the body while gently stimulating circulation and recovery.

At the heart of the ritual is the use of veniks — bundles of leafy branches, usually birch, oak, or other medicinal plants. A trained sauna guide uses these bundles to softly fan, brush, and tap the body, helping to move heat around the sauna while stimulating the skin and muscles. The leaves release natural aromas and oils as they warm, adding another sensory layer to the experience.

Pirtis

Ritual Timetable

Rituals are offered during specific sessions during weekdays and weekends. The sessions our Rituals take place are as follows: (Monday - Friday) Afternoon: 18:00, 18:10, 18:20 (Ritual Starts at 18:30). Evening: 19:35, 19:45 and 19:55 (Ritual Starts at 20:05). (Saturday & Sunday) Morning: 09:10, 09:20, 09:30 (Ritual Starts at 09:40). Afternoon: 12:45, 12:55, 13:05, 16:40, 16:50, 17:00 (Rituals Start at 13:15 & 17:10). Evening: 19:35, 19:45 and 19:55 (Ritual Starts at 20:15).

Yin & Yang - A Two-Part Aufguss Sauna Journey

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