I was disappointed. I felt a little confused about things. No one explained to me what to do before or after. So I sat awkwardly in a little room afterwards not quite knowing what I was supposed to have just experienced. I actually purchased two visits but only used 1. I kinda of hate that I wasted that money. read more

I tried out Pause last night for the first time after hearing about sensory deprivation from a friend. I reserved one of the clam shell pods online and 24 hours beforehand, I received an email to confirm my appt. When I showed up Katie was extremely welcoming and friendly. She explained how the pods worked, what the procedure was before and after entering the pod, and what the best ways to achieve full relaxation. We went to the back and she showed me to my private room. Yes, the doors have locks; no one is gonna bust in on you while your in the pod. Everything appeared to be clean and I was supplied with towels, earplugs, and soap/shampoo/conditioner for showering. After a quick shower I entered the pod for my 60 min session. I listened to soft music but had the pod door closed and lights off. When the time was up the lights slowly came back on inside the pod and a calm voice let me know that the float session had ended. The floating itself was awesome and I felt relaxed afterwards The only two things that were a little off for me were the smell of the room and the stuffiness inside the pod. It smelled a little like a gym in the room I was in. Having never done a float before I'm not sure if this is normal or not. I was expecting the smell to be a little more refreshing or spa-like. That being said it didn't bother me enough to get out of the pod and it didn't seem like a cleanliness issue. The stuffiness/humidity was a little bit of a bummer because I think it hindered me from relaxing to the full extent. I think this was due to pod door being closed and the warmer temperature of the water being maintained. I was never cold in the water but the air felt pretty muggy and made it a little difficult to breathe. If I floated at Pause again I would keep the pod door open (Katie let me know beforehand that this was an option but that it may effect full sensory deprivation achievement.). I would suggest bringing something comfy to change into for after your float, shower flip flops, and a hair brush. The tea in the relaxation room afterwards was lovely. I also received a follow up email which I thought was a nice touch. read more

Just make sure u booked, keep ur appointment, u will get charge if u don't show by ur card, even funds are not in credit card... Last time I was there the floating machine the water look brown/gray, I have been to plenty of floating never look like that. At first I thought it was just me, seeing stuff..... But I went to another floating location recently it did not look nothing like that, look clear the water.... Nice place, some of girls works at front can be friendly, only one then I got bad vibe from her. I will recommend doing the Iv are great! read more

Love the infrared sauna... went with a friend and really enjoyed that we had our own room and private sauna session in a room that also had a shower. Made it easy to sauna, do a quick cold rinse, and jump back in the sauna. read more

Experienced my first float today. So cool! The studio is beautiful, clean and zen. The people that work there are great as well. Very helpful in explaining the experience for a newbie like me. I loved tuning out all the "noise" for an hour. Ahhhh! I bought an intro package. Looking forward to going back. read more

Gotta admit I was a skeptic about the value of floating in salty water in a plastic pod. But then I did it and loved it. Came out of the experience feeling (mentally) like I just had a massage, but without a stranger touching me. It was hard to get comfortable at first but I slipped into the vibe soon enough. Great modern restoration for mind and body. Highly recommended! read more

Amazing studio!!!! This place is beautiful inside, very serene and inviting. The staff are always very helpful and accommodating. The soaks and saunas are clean and so restorative. I LOVE this place!!!! read more

I've always been curious about floating / sensory deprivation chambers and when a friend suggested I check out this new float studio on Washington I saw my chance. So the idea behind floating chambers is that your body and mind, when not distracted by the millions of sensations it processes every day, is able to enter a deep state of relaxation and regeneration that they call a theta state. I've heard that one hour of "sleep" within a chamber is equivalent to 4 hours of normal bed sleep. Sounds awesome, right? It is. The experience itself: you enter a modern, zen studio with lounge chairs. Trish was there helping me through the experience and she was warm and cheerful, encouraging me to ask questions and get the most out of the experience. You enter your "pod room" where there's a nice shower and the pod itself. After showering off you climb into your enclosed pod which is filled with almost a foot of clean warm water blended with over 1000 lbs of epsom salts. I was worried at first that it would be difficult to stay afloat but in fact it's more difficult not to stay afloat. There is a control panel on the interior side so you can toggle lights on or off, sound on or off. I chose the meditation track both times I went, so I'm lead through about 10 minutes of meditation exercises and then I float in silence for the rest of the hour. At first, your mind wants to race. Thoughts bubble up, you feel antsy a little but but then after roughly 20-30 minutes, both times I tried floating, I must have conked out only to awake after my hour finished to a soothing voice instructing me to slowly rise. Afterward you shower and enjoy a nice cup of tea in a candle filled room. The first time I floated in the morning and felt energized, the second time at night I was ready to go straight to bed. Definitely worth a try if you need a little "me" time and life's anxieties and stresses seem overwhelming. They offer a special discounted rate for 1st timers... check it out! read more

I signed up for the 40 Minute express and their staff told me I should stay in there for 60 minutes. I was like, wow! Thanks that's nice of them to give me an extra 20 minutes since it's my first session. When I got out, they charged me for 60 Minutes, so it was not clear at all. However, the Float Therapy is really good, I can see myself staying in there 2 hours easily. If you are injured in any way in your legs or hips, it could be challenging to get into and out of. Today, one day later, I do feel relief on my lower back and I am walking without pain. So the Treatment really works. I will give them another chance. read more

I had a great first experience floating thanks to this place. Incredibly clean, super-friendly staff, very warming and informational about what to expect. I personally have a lot of issues with my back and after floating it felt like new. I would highly recommend anyone new to floating, head over to Pause and give them a try. It was such a great experience and I'll certainly be coming back here for another session. Everything was absolutely perfect thanks to the great staff and I was astonished by how well they maintain the pods. Thank you and see you again soon! read more

So happy Pause opened in the neighborhood - what a great addition! I've floated previously, but Pause was great about providing an informative FAQ session for new guests. The facility is sleek, impeccably maintained, and provided complimentary parking behind their building. My only complaint was the soundscape I selected was replaced by something else (it was pleasant, but I eventually silenced it). Another guest I met following our floats said the same thing. Speaking of other guests, I really enjoyed the sense of community they created with their post-float relaxation room. You are invited to take a seat on floor cushions in a soothing dim-lit room and are served hot tea. I ended up meeting two lovely ladies who, like me, were first time guests at Pause. I've since recommended Pause to friends and they, too, enjoyed it. I prefer the float chamber over the pod since it has high ceilings. For those floating, be sure to wear the complimentary disposable earplugs. I forgot and could "hear" the salt in my ears for days! Be sure to book ahead and carve out enough time to really enjoy the relaxing experience they thoughtfully created for guests. I'm looking forward to going back! read more

Pause Venice - I get a little claustrophobic, so preferred the spaciousness of the float chamber, instead of the pod. - Float Spa Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Although I hate writing a negative review, I've now had one too many less than ideal experiences here, either through curt or rude interactions on the phone with staff or in person. One caveat - I've never floated here but come instead for the infrared saunas. I've been going here for a couple years since they opened, mostly because it's very close to my house. But time after time, I keep wondering why - I've booked appointments and shown up only to be told they don't have it in the system (no alternate or make good offered), they always give priority to float customers (giving them full tours before letting me in to the sauna room at my scheduled time, making me lose time in my sauna room), and although there are very lovely exceptions, for the most part staff is short and unhelpful with questions or when simply trying to schedule an appointment. When I first started coming, they had a water dispenser available for customers to fill their own bottles (no available cups), but it was always empty when I went, and the front desk staff said they don't change it until the next day (?) - weird but fine, maybe it was just my luck to always be there when it was empty but really not great for a place that offers a treatment where drinking a ton of water is absolutely essential for safety. Then after a while, the water dispenser disappeared - when I asked about it, I was given an explanation that people "just drink so much water" and it "got expensive"(?!). I was appalled - I've been to many infrared sauna spas (I even used to manage one), and I've never seen a place where they don't provide water. It's simply dangerous. It's such a bummer too, because it is a beautiful space and a much-needed service in our neighborhood - I really want to like it and would love to see it improve. But as it stands I'll probably use up the rest of my package and find a better option. read more

I Came here April 11th with a friend. She's been here before but it was my first time. The experience was amazing! I have to say this was one of the most relaxing things I've ever experienced. I would say just be careful to not get the water in your eyes as it burns! I was warned beforehand, but I guess I'm pretty clumsy . The staff here is amazing! They were very knowledgeable and informative. They talked me through the whole process and answered any questions I had. Tea was amazing! The transition room is adorable! Definitely will be back! read more

Great experience. I've done a float once before and was looking for something local to my new home. I checked other reviews and the locations looked really creepy. The design of this studio felt calming right away. As soon as you walk in, you already feel peaceful. The music and vibe of the studio is very relaxing. The set-up and pods are simple. At first, I was upset because it seemed like all the lights weren't turning off and I wouldn't get the most out of my experience, but the shower lights will turn off within a few minutes of being in the pod. I loved the options of noise. 1. Guided meditation 2. Calming music 3. Ocean waves/white noise. I chose calming music and really enjoyed it. You can also choose no noise at all and get the full experience of no internal stimulus. They serve you tea at the end and you can drink it in the transition room. I really enjoyed my experience and I'll definitely be back! read more

So I just floated for the first time ever! If you asked me before, the idea of being in a dark silent coffin for an hour with nothing to keep me occupied but my own thoughts was pretty much my idea of hell! I've tried meditating in the past and truthfully haven't been to successful. I sometimes feel like the dog in that movie "UP" "Squirrel!" The slightest noise or thing that crosses my path distracts me. This is also why the idea of trying to do work in a coffee shop sounds completely crazy to me...too many cool things to look at and distract me! So I put my fears aside, kept my mind open to a new experience and signed up. I went to http://pausefloatstudio.com/ this place is brand new, very clean and the owner Jeff was super helpful and very passionate about his new business. I entered the pod closed the door and turned off the light. During the first 7 minutes a guided meditation was played which I made it through about 3 minutes of then just turned it off. Now I'm in complete darkness and quiet floating in 12 inches of very salty water. It took me about 45 minutes to get comfortable. My mind couldn't comprehend that there was no constant stimulation. It couldn't comprehend that it didn't have to do anything but just be! I think the last time that happened was when I was in the womb and even then I bet I was trying to multitask! A small movement made you feel like you were falling or moving miles at a time but really you moved less than an inch.. Or you felt like you were just spinning. I never did lsd but I have a feeling that it felt something like this. Around the 45 min mark, something happened. My body relaxed and my mind stopped fighting and everything got very clear. I had some things in my head that I was blocked about that I couldn't seem to figure out...at that moment everything was clear and ideas started flooding into my mind, not in a way that was overwhelming but instead with complete clarity and calmness. So this thing that I was petrified about and was sure I was going to walk out of within the first 15 minutes (which I almost did!) ended up being too short! I wish I would have had another hour in that "clarity" space. Who knows what I could have come up with! They say the more you do it the quicker you fall into that state...needless to say I'm going back to try it again. I highly recommend giving it a try if you have a mind that doesn't like to turn off. I think you will be pleasantly surprised! read more

I recently tried out the infrared sauna. This was my first infrared sauna experience and I booked over the phone with Elizabeth who made sure I knew what to expect when I arrived. She was very patient and answered all my questions honestly and directly. I was dubious about the low temperature of the infrared compared to the Finnish saunas I'm used to. When I showed up for my appointment Spencer checked me in and made me feel very comfortable and welcome. I'm pretty sure he gave me some extra time in there as well. I'll definitely be back for more of that hot sweaty action. read more

I have been to float studios from coast to coast, and have got to say that Pause knows what it is doing. The clean, spa-like environment gives one an immediate sense of comfort and relaxation which I think are necessary when about to float- be it your first or 30th time. Those who work there all have a grounded presence which adds to the ease of the Pause experience. Floating requires an open-mind, so I suggest giving it a try without any expectations. read more

I had an amazing experience at Pause Float Studio. It was my first time floating and it was better than I could have ever expected. The studio is super clean and comforting. The ambiance and gets you in the right mood and the manager, Harper, was super welcoming and informative with setting me up for my float. Once in the pod floating, I found it much easier to relax than I anticipated. I drifted into my meditation effortlessly. Not only did I feel mentally relaxed after the session, my physical body felt super detoxified. The next day, my mind and body felt recharged and refreshed. I highly recommend others to try it out! read more

Love this place! It's a beautifully designed, very relaxing space that feels like an upscale spa. It's always extremely clean which has not been my experience at other locations. The staff are warm and knowledgeable and the natural bath products and tea at the end are great. It's been a wonderful experience for me every time wish I could come here every evening! read more

Came to pause for my birthday with 2 friends. I really liked it. I live nearby which is a plus, but it gets 5 stars for being so clean! It was my first time and I didn't know what to expect. The staff is super nice and I felt zen for the rest of the day. read more

Best hour EVER. I've never been able to disconnect in the way I can in the float tanks and never would have known how needed it was until I did. MUST try! read more

This float studio Pause is something magical! I can tell because I've tried ones in the south bay before. Unfortunately I couldn't feel much the first time but I wanted to try it again and I was little nervous that I wouldn't feel anything again?And I'm not good with water so I wasn't sure I'd be comforable without a neck pillow in the water. Well, I didn't have to worry about anything! First of all this brand new float studio is super clean and you feel like you are at a spa. I was thinking 60 minutes to float might be bit long? But then I actually fell asleep and when the time was over I woke up and I noticed that my mind was tripping to another place. I was surprised! I really said woooow in my head.. Lol. What an amazing experience and I definitely want to go back again. I loved the ginger tumeric tea that they gave me too. read more

Great place. Clean, beautiful décor, nice Zen vibe and very friendly and helpful attendants. I had a wonderful experience in the tank and then I was treated to a nice hot cup of tea in a comfortable Eastern looking room. All in all, a great experience. read more

price is good but lights keep turning on when you move around but i love this personal spa space!

I have never slept better in my life than after my first session. You literally feel the stress leave your body. So calming and soothing. It's a great way to disconnect from the rat race of work, kids, etc. and reach a point of total rejuvenation. You feel like you can conquer the world the next day! I can't wait till next time. read more

Very nice , relaxing experience Thanks to the owner Jeff Ono He was very helpful by explaining how to relax and enjoy. read more

Loved every minute! The staff was so kind and they stick true to their mantra, you sink into your bliss. We also had a special treat of a sound bath afterwards where we felt transcended and was one of the most memorable and magical nights. Look forward to returning very soon. read more

Love love loved every aspect of this place. Kind, beautiful staff, the space is inviting, hygienic and clean, the experience is deeply healing and relaxing. Ten out of ten! read more

I went to Pause for the first time yesterday. It was my first time floating and it was an amazing experience. I strongly believe everybody needs to try at least once. It is so different than anything you know. I am not good at relaxing or meditating so I was concerned that it would be difficult to spend an hour in a box but as soon as you turn off the light you enter another dimension. The closest experience I had was diving at night, except it is way less stressful. At the end of the session, you feel completely relaxed, just like you do after a massage. The team is very professional and welcoming. I only have good things to say about this place. read more

Last night I visited PAUSE with the highest expectations, based on recommendations from discerning friends who love the place. Some positives - PAUSE looks clean, the and the Immunity tea was delicious. The most significant complaint is that the web site specifically states that the water in the flotation pods is body temperature. Body temperature is 98.6 and the water I was in was no where close. In fact, I was so chilly that I got out of the pod and went out front to ask that the water be made warmer. The long haired blondes assured me she would make it warmer. The water never got warmer and I got out of the pod with chill bumps before my 60 minutes were up. The water was 93.9 degrees based on what I observed on the computers screens at the front desk. This morning I called to talk to a manager. An annoyed person said the owner is in and out with no real schedule. This is a message to the owner of PAUSE-- I would like a refund for myself and my guest or, preferably, another session when the water is 98.6 degrees. I look forward to the owners reply. Thank you. read more

Never having floated before, I came to Pause with more than a bit of trepidation. In truth, the idea of lying in an enclosed pod stoked more than a small degree of claustrophobia for me. More over, being suspended in a sort of anti-gravitational state brought about its own anxieties. I'm a huge fan of gravity, choosing to have my feet on the ground whenever possible. But the raves of the floating community rang louder than my nervousness and I ended up doing a 60-minute float. Although my anxiety came up at points, it was, overall, a really interesting/challenging/and, when I was able to relax, transformative exercise. All that being said, my review is not so much about floating as it is about my experience at Pause. I made my anxiety known to the staff because for me, transparency invites the possibility of feeling something different - and I really did want to try it - but come float time I was waffling back and forth about whether or not I wanted to get in the tank. Given that they wouldn't have gotten my business if I gave in to my concerns, it would have been very easy for the staff to try to convince me to do it by dismissing or trivializing them. Instead, Katie not only empathized but related to my worries in a way that made me feel seen and ultimately allowed for me to have the experience I did. Feeling the authentic, compassionate connection of the staff (particularly in these strange and isolative Trumpian times) perhaps left me feeling more transported than the float itself. Oh, and the Sauna, with the security of a wooden bench firmly beneath me, was AMAZING! read more

My favorite place to float. Very clean, gorgeous space. Wonderful staff. Amazing products. Love the detox supplements, and bath products.

I had a wonderful Experience here, it was my first float and the owners were so welcoming and made the experience so comfortable. The tank is deeply relaxing and if you've never tried it, give it a go! It felt like a total reboot when I got out, like I hit the reset button. read more

Not a good experience. Sauna door was broken and didnt realize until I was done, that's why not very hot. When I told staff they said " yeah we got to get that fixed" Really!? Didn't even offer another session. From when I walked in staff not friendly and curt/abrupt. Guess, I didn't fit their profile of acceptable patron. Some of you reading this will know exactly what I mean read more

Words really can't describe how much I love this place and how incredible the experience of floating has been for me. I went for the first time about two months ago and have been back 4 times since. Each time has been different and always amazing. So relaxing, so restorative and uplifting. I can't say enough good things about this place and the experience it offers. Just go! read more

Harper and Jeff are so nice! I really enjoyed the experience of effortlessly floating and being able to truly let go. You can choose to keep light and/or music on; I opted to turn both off and be rid of as much stimuli as possible. It took me about 15 min to settle in to the experience, but then I was able to go deeper inward than I have been able to through seated meditation, as there is no discomfort at all to work through. My mind was able to naturally wander to the things that truly matter in my life right now and I was able to gain clarity on the direction I want my career to move to. It was blissful. I love the bath products and sipping tea in the relaxation room afterwards. I'm so happy this place opened near me! read more

The Pause Float Studio is incredible! The staff is so accommodating and they make you feel very comfortable. The experience is really relaxing, so I will definitely come here again. Also, the tea is great! read more

There is so much noise in the world, and we all try to step away, or find a way to unplug. I've meditated for as long as I can remember but there's always little distractions, the hum of my refrigerator, neighbors being a little loud, my cat wanting to play, so I've always wanted to try sensory deprivation, or I guess as it is more commonly referred to as floating. It wasn't until a friend told me about Pause that I finally saw a great opportunity to try it, prior to Pause opening studios were either to far away, or had bad reputations for dirty water, no thank you! Form the second I stepped through the door, Pause created the experience I had always wanted to try, it was amazing, the complete and total way to unplug, and reset my mental system. I would recommend Pause to everyone, even if just for a new and unique experience. In addition to the experience, the studio it self is very nice, and helps create a great over all atmosphere. Plus Jeff the owner was fantastic, at answering all my questions, before and after I floated, and was able to steer me in the direction to the right type of experience for me. read more

Pause float lab is amazing. I had my first float ever with them and they couldn't have been more accommodating and helpful. The location in lovely and very clean & the personal showers in your room are a huge bonus. After my mind battling me for 30 minutes I sunk into the most transformative and beautiful place. When I got out ( the hour goes by very quickly) my entire body felt rejuvenated and relaxed, as if I had been on vacation for two weeks. That night I slept deeper than I had in months and felt an underlying sense of calm and peace that stayed with me for days. Needless to say I'm totally hooked. Thank you Pause for such a great experience! read more

Really great experience. I came out feeling way better than I could have imagined. The studio is beautifully designed and the staff were really nice offering me hot tea after my float. Very relaxing and beautiful experience. Will definitely be back and I'll bring some friends. read more