First Timers
Everything You Need To Know
We welcome everyone at all experience levels, whether you’re new to contrast therapy, or new to us. We are delighted to share our passion for hot, cold and breathwork. Visit FAQ for more information, and see below for helpful tips.
- Hydrate before, during & after your session. Come well nourished.
- Inform your guide if it is your first time to maximize your experience.
- Embrace the discomfort and expect to pleasantly surprise yourself.
A bathing suit and a water bottle (no glass please). We provide 2 towels. Robe rental is available for an additional fee. Bathing suits are available for purchase at front desk if you forget yours.
Kolm is a barefoot studio. If you do insist on wearing footwear we do allow indoor-only (never used outside) water shoes or dive socks
We are located at Cambie & 8th across from the entry to Whole Foods. To find the space please enter the lobby of the 525 W 8th building, our studio entry is at the lobby level behind the concierge desk. If the lobby door is locked (weekends, holidays & after 5pm) to open the lobby door use the building entry system and click “Find Kolm” (Or dial 1001). Parking is best found on 8th Ave or in the Whole Foods parking lot.
Kolm offers a 50 person sauna, 4 ice baths, tea lounge, non-gendered change rooms with lockers, change stalls, washrooms, private showers, and a vanity area with Dyson hair dryers and personal care products such as hair ties, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, etc.
The magic of Kolm is our curated classes. While any session is suitable for a first timer, we recommend Self Guided for those who want 1 to 1 support from one of our expert guides for their first time.
The ideal circuit starts with a 15-20 minute sauna, followed by 1-3 minutes in the ice bath, and 5-15 minutes relaxation in the tea lounge to allow your body to warm itself naturally. There is no “right way” to explore contrast therapy – listen to your body and feel free to start or end with the cold if it calls you.
Always sit on a towel in the sauna. Always shower before entering an ice bath.
Our mission is to create a space for shared connection amongst like-minded growth seekers. We welcome you to come through our doors alone, or with friends.
We encourage respectful conversation in the sauna, tea lounge and change rooms. Note that this a flirt-free zone.
Our cold plunges range from 0°C to 4°C and our sauna ranges from 82°C to 90°C with humidity ranging from 0% to 20%
