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    Float Boston

    4.2 (63 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Lindsay M.

    First time floatie! (Long time lover of floating.) I booked online on a whim. The confirmation email and orientation video were sent immediately after booking. I appreciated that touch as they provide a solid baseline for those of us who had never floated before. The facility is cozy, comfortable, and a little home-y. It is VERY clean. It is obvious the staff take meticulous care. The staff members were friendly, jovial, personable, and knowledgeable. They broke down the process into simple steps. Floating was...beautiful. As a beginner, I used the pool noodle to keep my head up. I had the star lights on for the first 20(?) minutes - however I braved complete darkness for the rest of my float. I could feel my body relaxing deeper and deeper. It's hard to explain, but the sensation was : the more I relaxed and released tension, the more buoyant I seemed to be. I melted in and out of conscious awareness, coming out of the float completely zen. I usually feel this loose after a massage! My only complaints? The temperature of the water was a little chilly and could have been a more comfortable experience if it were 5-10 degrees warmer. I had goosebumps at the end of my float. There was a significant amount of noise to be heard of people stomping down the hallway. It took me in and out of my mediation. Not super bothersome but present. I still recommend this place! Such kind, caring staff and clean facilities!

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    Em B.

    Cool experience in a clean establishment. The staff was nice and hospitable, gave a quick orientation and I was in! I don't think he told me his name though. I chose the Summer Sky 2 room due to my claustrophobia, I had rescheduled when I accidentally picked the escape pod, which probably would be fine for my second visit. They have a shower in the room for you to shower before and after the session, as well as shampoo, body wash, ear rinse, but no conditioner, so bring your own. There is conditioning spray at their mirror which is in the middle of the hallway. I had to use the blow dryer which I imagine could be heard in the tank if someone was in it, but cannot confirm. It was weird to get ready after the session in the middle of the facility. The experience was really nice but felt familiar. It was the first time I floated in an isolated setting but it felt like it wasn't (probably because I've floated many times and easily while swimming.) The temperature was a little cool, it could have been 1-3 degrees warmer. I made a few mistakes and did not put the ear discs in properly, and ended up getting salt water in my ears and eyes multiple times which definitely ruined the experience. Do not get the water in your eyes under any circumstances. Even though it was my fault, it made me want to get out early. I felt it was really helpful for addressing pain, I was able to hear everything (I mean everything) crack. I thought it would be more transcendent than it was, but I'm open to trying it again. I did have a great meditation session, but it was better for physical pain than anything else. This is probably better for people who live in the city and have a difficult time finding a place or time to be completely alone without any sensory input. I live in a pretty quiet area so it almost felt like being home. It's worth a try if you're remotely interested. I think everyone should try floating once.

    Hanna G.

    After hearing rave reviews from my cousin, friends and even Buzz Feed of all places... I felt curious and wanted to experience floating for myself. (Perhaps a bit of peer pressure as well.) One of my friends noticed my interest and got me a gift card for a 60 minute float session and I was ready to go as soon as I booked my appointment. They have an easy way to redeem gift cards and book a session on their online calendar. It's staggered between 60/90 minute sessions and they have the options for 4 different tanks. I chose Summer Sky chamber/tank, which has some small lights that look like stars for you to look at while floating. As this place is in a downtown area of Somerville parking can be tricky, but I found a spot off a random side street. I guess the park would have worked too. Once you enter there's a cubby for you to exchange your shoes for slippers (S/M/L size) and wait to enter the room reserved. They provide water and other amentities for patrons (shampoo, body wash, lotion). I was given a brief introduction about Float and what to do. They provide you with ear plugs to create suction so that salt water doesn't seep in and instruct you to shower before and after floating. They also have ointment for you to use if you have any cuts/scrapes and a neck pillow/pool noodle for support. I turned off the light and hopped in the tank noting that the temperature was quite comfortable at around 85. The tank is filled with about 1 ft. deep of salt water. I don't ever meditate or really disconnect so actually forcing myself in the deprivation chamber was a challenge. I probably spent the first 20-30 minutes just floating back and forth and it wasn't until the last half that I actually feeling the zen then it felt like it ended so soon once I heard the relaxing music. I should have stayed longer now seeing the other reviews of the tea and coloring books as well, but I think I was getting hungry. While I probably would never pay the full price ($60) for another session I'd be interested in looking into other places in the area or if they have some promos going on. Disconnecting for even just 1 hour felt relaxing and worthwhile.

    Tank #4. Looks small on the outside, very large inside.

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    This was my first time trying this. The staff are helpful and nice! I didn't know what to expect but it's very relaxing.

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    Lovely staff, friendly environment. Love floating feels great and the selection of tea :) will be back!

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