30 min Sauna + 60 min Float experience + WEIRDNESS I'd purchased a 2 for 1 deal w/my fiance: $75 Total. Thankfully. I booked our appts over the phone the night before w/a woman who wasn't very helpful. I told her it would be our first time. She scheduled us for a 730 sauna & 8pm float. I asked if we should schedule the sauna earlier & she said no that'd be fine. I received no extra info. The next morning I receive an email & text saying I've an appt from 730-815 & another appt, which starts at 8pm. I'm confused. My appts are overlapping. I call & speak to Spencer, who was very helpful, & gave me the intro that I should've received upon booking: clothing options & protocols. Apparently, the sauna is 45min: 30min sauna w/15min for shower & change. So, Yes, we should've booked at 715 not 730. However, that was no longer an option. We also have 90min for our float session & not just 60! We get the room at 8pm, float is from 815-915, then we shower & dress until 930. We would just have to overlap our schedules & be wise about our times. The night of our appt we arrive a few min early. This is where it gets weird... The location has all glass windows & it is Filled with People and Completely Dark! I go to school right down the street. I've never seen more than 3 people in the lobby. I check to confirm we're indeed walking into the correct place. We open the door & Music. Is. Blasting. We have to maneuver our way around people who are standing & doing exercises while blindfolded. They are making these orgasmic sounds: groaning, sighing, loud breathing. I hear this guy yell out over the music, "We have some stragglers coming in late! Just ignore them!" And I'm now panicking because I'm wondering what the hell I signed us up for. The woman at front, Chelsea, asks me what I'm there for & I say I have an appointment. I was looking at her because I knew she was speaking to me but I couldn't hear her. There was some paperwork we had to sign, but Its dark, we cant see, & there were at least 30 people making noises around me. Another woman, Elizabeth, steps in & says "I would just like to acknowledge the weirdness of what is going on right now. This is not normal." DING!!! She has grabbed my attention! HAHA Thank You, Elizabeth. Mind you, we're speaking VERY LOUDLY. They take us to the back area. (NOTE: I have to avoid getting run over by this guy leading the class who rushes past me w/o any consideration. If I hadn't moved out of his way he would've bulldozed me.) We stand outside the door of the sauna signing this paperwork. Elizabeth is helpful & gives us some pro-tips for the sauna. My fiancé & I sit in the sauna chatting about WTF just happened. Then we try to meditate. HAHA. We can't. Because all we can hear is the orgy happening on the other side of the wall. He grabs his phone & plays some music. Elizabeth knocks on the door Right when our 28 min is up to take us to our float rooms. As she's explaining the protocol, my fiancé suddenly gets lightheaded & claustrophobic & has to step out for some cool air & the restroom. We do saunas all the time. But since we kind of rushed out of the sauna, he got tunnel vision looking at the pod. He was fine after a couple minutes. My Float experience was cool. The earplugs are necessary! I didn't get any water in my ears. It was crazy how much my neck & shoulders hurt as they were trying to relax. I used this Blue Ring that I found hanging on the wall. You put it under your head to support your neck while floating. I only knew of this because of another review. Elizabeth, thanks for your pro-tips! But don't forget about the neck support! This thing saved me. It helped my neck & shoulders to relax, & kept my face perfectly above the water. I stopped using it at one point & my body was fine, but I actually preferred it. My mind was calm & quiet. My thoughts slow. What was weird was that instead of complete silence & "sensory deprivation" I could hear some motor buzzing constantly. My fiancé: As soon as he got in the water his dry washcloth fell in. He got water in his eyes 3 times & had to step out of the pod each time. He ended up showering 10min before his float session was over. But there was no soap in the shower! He was looking forward to using the seaweed shampoo, too. Also, the music in his pod didn't work! He was disappointed with that, as well. I met him in the "zen corner" w/cushions & tea. The aesthetics were nice, but it was noisy. The class was gone but the employees were walking around & chatting. The room should be bigger & with a door. It seems like an after thought. Sauna & Float were cool. But I would never pay full price Here. There are so many other places I would rather go to "PAUSE" or float. Water isn't easily accessible!? You have to ask for a cup or buy a bottle. If there is a class scheduled with +30 people & Loud music, there should not be any appts scheduled! It was bizarre, extremely shocking & completely negated the whole "pause" concept. read more

This was an amazing experience, on all fronts!!! The staff greeted me warmly, the set up is very calming and relaxing with great details....floating in the pod felt so natural and comforting...I definitely recommend trying out Pause, the time spent here was nothing less than perfection! read more

Really this place is awesome. Come in and check out. I like to sauna first the float. Feels great and really puts me at ease. Best for after a long tough work out. Try it out! read more

I did an infrared sauna at pause and it was so nice. The aesthetic of this place is super cute. The staff was very friendly and nice. We parked on the street at the meters. The sauna is a bit pricey but my body felt so good after. It's a private room for u and a guest. You can play your own music. It was 150 deg F in there and I was able to stay in for the full half hour. There's a shower in there to rinse off after. read more

Wow! Pause Float studio has changed my life. It forces you into the deepest state of meditation you could possibly imagine. I didn't understand what mediation really was until I tried floating. It makes you so connected to yourself. Feeling pure happiness. I'm addicted. And the employees really enhance your experience. read more

I tried the sauna so far and it's so good. Cool, friendly people at the counter offering amazing tea. Definitely going back. Thank you

I found the floating experience to be relaxing, and can see how people are into it. I felt better leaving than when I went in. However later in the evening and for the next two days I have had pressure and discomfort in my ears. It has outweighed the positives significantly. I am rating this experience one star, mainly because when I called to explain this to the employee at the front desk, they could care less, "this happens to about half the people who float, and you should definitely use the earplugs next time." I had to pull a response on how to fix it as well, "this happened to me and there's a way to fix it at CVS. Check for a swimmer's ear section." They have a set of ear plugs which I would highly recommend using. I was told that I could use them if I wanted complete silence... but now know it's for stopping water from getting in your ears, not the noise. read more

I use the cold plunge/IR sauna for increased metabolism and circulation. I always feel amazing afterwards. Next time I go, I want to try the IR bed. Clean, friendly great place! read more

Went with friend. I ended up in the large float room. It was clean and welcoming. Would like to try one of the clam shells next time. Wish there were multiple music options within the tank. Only one option at a time. There was "clanking" sound. Finally figured it out. When A/C or heating for air kicked on it would make the float room door "knock". Kept bringing me out of my zen full space. Still relaxing, but could have been better (why I'm curious about clamshell one). Also, after awhile, got really humid and stuffy. Friend says clam shell nice because you can crack it and have some air flow. I would probably spend my money first on a massage or massage and day at Korean spa. This was nice, but not the best thing for me. read more

This was an incredible experience and relaxing. I highly recommend trying out their services! Great for self-care! :)

Spencer was really patient and articulate about how it worked/ the process. It was clean too. I came out of it feeling relaxed. I'd only had about a few minutes of being in and out of theta/ meditation and the overall experience was satisfying. read more

I visited for a last-minute float session yesterday morning... my second session in many months. Anyhow, I had forgotten the protocol and accidentally had two of cups of coffee before my session. After getting into the pod I immediately felt hot, dizzy, and nauseous. I tried sticking it through and floated for approximately 10 minutes to see if the feeling would subside but it only grew. After showering and getting dressed, I exited the float pod and after putting my shoes back on, waited a bit (I could hear someone from outside inquiring about the business, and I didn't want to walk out there looking ill and lose them a potential customer for something that was clearly a problem with me and not the pod). After the customer left, I walked out to the lobby, and the person at the counter said "You're out early." I told her my story and trouble-shot possible causes of my nausea and settled on coffee as the likely culprit. Afterward, the person said "see you next time." Considering that the whole value of the business is predicated on renewal and relaxation, there didn't seem to be much concern that I had to cut my experience short for having achieved the opposite. I was obviously dissatisfied with my experience, and was half-expecting to be offered a credit for a future float session to make it right. After all, if you walk out of a bad movie, you expect a refund or a pass to something in the future. But that offer wasn't made. I probably wouldn't fork out another $70 to float again because I now know that if something goes wrong that they might not try to make it right. EPILOGUE: This morning I received an email from the Pause Float Studio thanking me for my business and asking for any feedback. I wrote them a thoughtful but short email about my experience and hit send, but the email bounced back with a message that "the remote server is misconfigured." I then went to the website to try and contact them but there was no email listed, only a phone number. By that point, I just started to feel exasperated with what feels like a lack of concern for the overall customer experience. Hopefully someone from the business will read this review and consider making some changes. read more

Great spot! I have floated before and already knew I like the experience, but this place was the whole package. Great ambiance, nice room for transitioning post float, options for total sensory deprivation or not (you can leave lights on and music on if you want). I would definitely recommend and I'll definitely be back read more

I experienced my first infrared sauna at Pause a few weeks ago and it was wonderful! The facilities are beautiful and clean, it's a peaceful and serene environment, and the staff is very informative and helpful. Elizabeth booked my time and led me through everything I needed to know to have the best experience. I would definitely recommend it, and look forward to my next session. read more

Exactly what you would want from a float spa. Clean, aesthetically pleasing and very welcoming. Floating can be an intense experience sometimes as it relaxes you to a point where you become very in touch with yourself, so the post float transition room is very thoughtful. There was a pot of tea ready for me after my float, so sweet. The staff here is great! Looking forward to next time read more

Wow!! Definitely a full experience , from the moment you step into the studio space to the time you leave! The owner greeted me when I walked in, and I got to select the room I floated in. I had tried the pods before, so I decided this time to try out the float room. It was awesome! The amenities made me feel like I was in a lux spa. The float itself was gentle & surreal, and I had the most relaxing time, able to get into the void and explore with toning a bit. I went in on a weekday, during the daytime. My last float at another spa was during the evening, and I had some trouble staying 'with it' and nodding off. This time , I was able to bring awareness and consciousness to my float and really enjoyed myself. The atmosphere in the studio was chill, and I left with such a great impression & vibe. I want to mention the ceremony room as well, because it shouldn't go without a word in this review! There is a round room with cushions in the back, dimly lit, perfect for meditation / quiet contemplation and / or group sits. I would love to host a reiki circle there soon... it's the perfect place! Will be back here soon for sure. read more

I've been waiting for the perfect place to try floating for the first time.... Finally!! From the first email I sent asking for info to booking myself & my wife at the same time slot to easy parking, Pause was spot-on. I don't know that I've EVER been more relaxed... This is definitely a new important piece of my Self-Care protocol!! read more

Ive always wanted to do floatation therapy and finally got to try it went beauty pass has a special. I arrived early, but wasn't allowed to go in until my exact time because they like to keep the pods quiet during floating sessions. They brought me to a private room with a shower, body wash, ear plugs, lotion and cream to put on any cuts so I wouldn't be burned by the salt water. The facilities are extremely well maintained and well designed. Inside the float pod, there's the option to turn on a relaxing blue light and music, but I kept it completely silent and dark. I heard that one hour of floatation therapy is equivalent to four hours of deep sleep but I'm not quite sure that's true. It is incredibly relaxing though, in a way completely different than sleep. For the first 10-15 minutes of floating I wasn't sure what to do. I'm not a chill person; I can never calm my mind and was actually pretty bored at the beginning. But I began to relax and it felt different than how you feel before you're about to fall asleep at night. I lost my perception of time and apparently I was floating for over an hour, but no one notified me when I was supposed to be done. I wanted to leave anyways since I had to pee and there aren't any bathrooms in the rooms. My biggest tip is to make sure you don't get water in your eyes! I accidentally did and it feels horrible. Overall, it was a near experience everyone should try at least once. read more

Loved the experience- can't wait till they open closer to WeHo! The only draw back is that I have a keratin treatments in my hair which the salt water stripped out, so I don't recommend going if you too have a keratin unless it's time to get it redone. read more

First of all pause is an amazing studio and everyone should go there. I don't write reviews, but I'm writing this simply because I saw a staff member get mistreated by a costumer who claimed that she was going to call the owner to complain about him. As a third party witness I feel it is my duty to make sure that the owner does not get a false story on what actually happened. Apparently she was promised a free session by the owner a few days prior and was still charged. So she came into the studio around 12:10 today, Friday the 27th, and decided she was already mad at the staff. He kindly and gently acknowledge the miscommunication and was explaining that he personally didn't have the authority to reverse the payment and had to contact the manager to do so. However, because this woman couldn't get what she wanted right then and there she proceeded to rudely yell at him. I have no idea how this staff member remained so calm and I am so proud that he stood up for himself by simply asking her not to speak to him that way. This made her more mad and she continued to act like a privileged narcissist. The point I'm trying to make is no one should be spoken to like this in their work place especially for something that is out of their hands. I hope the owner reads this and can understand that the staff member did nothing wrong and should be praised for how he handled this. I also hope the woman who decided to cause a scene, reads this and realizes there are other ways to approach a situation and more respectful ways to speak to people. Thank you. read more

I must say I had no idea what to expect, and after my first float session, I fully understand the value of floating in our busy lives. As a first-time floater, I felt very well-taken care of by Harper and Zen. I elected to go through the intro guided meditation when I first got into the tank, and thought I would maybe leave the lights on for a bit or listen to the meditation music. Once I was in the tank, however, I was instantly comfortable enough to turn the lights off, stop the music, and fully experience the stillness that floating provides. I will definitely be back! Pause offers a friendly, clean, and luxurious atmosphere to get away from the hassles of everyday life. And the delicious tea after your session sure helps :) read more

We are all deficient in magnesium in general and the best way to absorb it it through the skin. I enjoy coming here for my afternoon lucid naps in the pods followed by my afternoon tea. I am pregnant and find back relief in the floating aspect and would recommend it to everyone. read more

Pause Float Studio has been my "Go To" spot for relaxation, meditation and overall self care. Found this place a few years ago and was instantly hooked. The owner Jeff is is awesome. Jackie Z. was one of the first employees I met there! She is amazing! Super friendly, helpful and welcoming every single time I come in. Thank goodness she is still there. She makes every visit an amazingly enjoyable experience! Thank you Jeff for creating this space and thank you Jackie Z. for your positivity read more

I'm still so traumatized after going here. The tank had a lot of hair and brown substance floating in it. That stuff stuck to my skin over and over again, until I walked out of the tank in disgust. The employees there shushed me when I told them what was wrong, and then blamed it on a previous customer. Aren't you supposed to clean your tanks? So gross. They offered me nothing, not even a refund. Never coming back and haven't had a float anywhere since--I have been that skeeved out! read more

Hello there! I never heard about Float Studios before and I haven't done any researches before trying it. I tried because of a friend and it was just an amazing extrasensory and healing experience for your entire body (muscles, tendine and mind). I suggest you to use the air pillow first and then take it out and close the light and the music and relax... I felt firstly my neck and shoulder in a little pain, so using the pillow helped a lot to relax... after 15-20 min I felt my muscle relaxed and I was able to take the pillow out and I really felt my entire body was healing... I twisted very badly my ankle a year ago and I didn't do anything to cure it... Floating in salty water really was beneficial for it... I wish I can do it every week, which is what I suggest. That would be a really nice present for a person you really care: it's a very healing experience for your body but also for your mind... I had very deep thoughts about myself, people who care about me, relationships, and my life situation in general... it's not magic guys, but it's a way to free your mind and body and let them 'float' without the perception of the physical environment... So, let's try it, you will never regret but most likely would love to do it as much as you can read more

This place is my all-time new favorite! It was the biggest reset I could have given myself. I haven't felt so recharged in years and I have the afterglow to prove it! From start to finish, the service was amazing. I choose to stay and meditate at the end of my session, which felt entirely welcomed. And the actual session was just beyond. If you haven't floated, go and give yourself this gift. Everything is thought of at Pause, from the range of products available after your shower to the herbal tea to the timing of shower before and after. I wouldn't change a thing. Can't wait to go back. LOVE!!! read more

I heard about this place from a client of mine and I must say I had an amazing experience when I went in the staff was extremely friendly and they took me on a whim last minute. I ended up leaving with buying a package of three because I couldn't wait to go back I highly recommend this facility is clean nice and thorough with services. read more

I'm hooked. First time trying a float sesh and after 20 mins of battling this weeks upcoming to-do list stressing me out, I got to mentally check out and check back in with all the positive things going on. I don't meditate but it was nice to repeat little affirmations in the silence. Crazy beautiful space too and I am buying those bath products for home - love smelling like eucalyptus and lavender (and I'm picky). Highly suggest evening time to clear the day... I walked out kinda walking on air and ready for good sleep. Haven't had a chance to learn more about the science much yet - but whatever that was it was fantastic. You already feel mellow just walking in and meeting Harper.... Will be back. read more

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This place is like walking into a new aged dream world. It's full of spa vibes mixed with minimal contemporary style. Non pretentious, completely welcoming, beautiful and serene is how I would describe the overall esthetic and feel of the studio. HUGE BONUS: PARKING! The FLOAT: This was the first time I have ever floated. It is like everything you could imagine. The water is your body temperate, there is music playing (you have many options, one of them being silence), there are calming blue lights in the pod or you can choose no lights and complete sensory deprivation. You float the whole entire time!! Your body is weightless and all the muscle pains or body aches just melt away. Your mind clears and you definitely zone out. I hear 1 hour of the pod is equivalent to 4-5 hours of sleep. Count me in. We could all use some more sleep lol. Harper, the manager of the studio is amazing, she makes you feel like you are about to go on a self care ride of a life time when she walks you through the directions and what to expect. I took my boyfriend with me for his birthday and he fell in love with the place + the experience. Pretty sure this is the 5th day he's talked about it and says he's never felt better!! Overall: I would recommend this to anyone who needs any sort of reboot, relaxation, meditation, new experience, self care or place to go and turn in. Being in the pod was literally one of the coolest things I have experienced in LA and I cannot wait to go back again. The whole team rocks, the Owner is sooooo nice and Harper is the girl to talk to about anything Pause related. Love this place. GO. read more

From Sacramento. Was visiting LA for body adjustments. First time floating out of town. Pause was a pleasant close by surprise that turned out to be one of the best parts of my trip. Went twice in back to back days. Great staff. All the girls at the front were really pleasant to talk to while I waited, which was really nice for me because I don't know anyone in the area. Will probably be a regular in my future trips to LA. read more

What better way to release than an infrared sauna or float experience. Facilities are clean and the friendly and pretty ladies always are welcoming. Highly recommend for everyone! The tea after the float sessions are amazing as well... read more

Had my first experience in one of these tanks, and I gotta say I liked it! The staff was friendly and the facilities clean and inviting. I think I need to try it again, though, as I never felt like I got as relaxed as I could have, given these other positive reviews. And one hour might be a bit on the short side...I was just starting to really calm my mind when the session was over. read more

My wife and I did the floating pods. It was a great experience. I totally recommend it to everyone to try it at least once in their lifetime. The service was great. Friendly staff and clean environment. It took me about 10 minutes to get used to the floating experience, but after 10 minutes of adjusting myself to the new environment the feeling was great. read more

I love coming to pause and highly recommend this magical place!! Every time I go I have an amazing experience. I am greeted warmly by everyone that works there, shout out to Tamara and Jeff, (Jeff is the owner). I feel rejuvenated and reborn after a floating session. It's definitely an experience worth trying. No need to be nervous, they will explain how everything works. I love that there is an option for music and lights in the pod. I also love the ultra red sauna and feel the benefits of doing that days after my session. It helps to get the toxins out, and helps with weight loss! I recommend doing the sauna for 30 mins, showering and then doing a floating session, you will feel SO amazing afterwards. read more

My visits to Pause are always magical and I leave feeling so rejuvenated, relaxed, and happy!! I love the staff- they help me feel at ease and very supported. They are incredibly intelligent, kind, and informed. After visiting many cities across the U.S., and seeking out the best Infrared Sauna experiences possible, I can honestly say Pause is one of THE best spaces to do Infrared Sauna- with my favorite brand machines, showers, and optimal customer service. I've also been introduced to float tanks thanks to Pause and can't wait to do it again. Float tanks and Infrared Saunas are now two of my favorite, most powerful forms of self care and healing. If you haven't been, you must go!! read more

Wonderful bread, a spicy sun-dried tomato paste, great quality cured meats. Love the ambiance of the outdoor seating too.

Pause float studio is amazing! There's nothing else like it in Los Angeles. You can truly go in and unplug from our hectic Los Angeles schedules. My skin feels like a new born after a session at pause float studio. I will become a regular and look forward to trying their infra red sauna coming soon. The place is so clean I feel comfortable going in and using the facilities. While you float you can feel your stress lowering. A+ Pause Thank you read more

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

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

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