I tried something new yesterday, an experience that came highly recommended. It turned out to be…read moresuch a remarkable experience that I think I need to share it. I spent an hour in a tank today. Huh? I stepped into a float tank where I experienced something called "flotation therapy." It's relaxation through sensory deprivation and believe me, it is relaxing. What is a float tank? Think of a shallow bathtub inside a phone booth. The tub is filled with water that is charged with Epsom salts. The salt content makes you buoyant so your body floats easily in ten inches of saltwater. I arrived early for my appointment because it was my first visit. There is paperwork to complete (electronically, welcome to the 21st Century) and I sat in the relaxation room to do so. The spa is a warm and welcoming atmosphere with friendly guides who explain everything you need to know about your service. I entered the therapy room and in a cozy area, I quickly undressed. I stepped into the shower and washed off the daily grind, then carefully stepped into the chamber. It is lit with soft, blue light and relaxing synthesized music plays softly. I switched off the light but since music is a major part of my life, I let it play. (If you prefer, you can shut it off or you can play your own music through your cell phone via cable connection.) The experience of floating in total darkness is weird at first, but it didn't take long before I could feel every muscle relax and let go. I could also clearly hear the music underwater when my ears slipped below the surface. (Optional earplugs are provided and no, my face was never near submersion.) I had no sense of time passing. In the dark, and it is very dark inside the chamber, I felt sensations of movement. The chamber is, of course, small so my fingers, toes and the top of my head sometimes contacted the edge of the tub but I felt a sensation of motion like I was floating in circles. If I had to compare it to something, I would say it felt the way I imagine it would feel to be an astronaut, floating around the International Space Station or a Gemini capsule. My mind was racing for about half of the session but in a good way. Eventually, I felt a sense of peace sweep over me. Others who have experienced floating say they actually fall asleep. I don't remember falling asleep, but I do remember being very relaxed and all sense of time was lost. When the time limit was reached, a white light gently illuminated the chamber, signaling that my time was up. I stepped into the shower and washed off the salt, then quickly dressed and returned to the lobby. For that 75 minutes, the world simply melted away and I was simply floating in space, in my own private universe. Afterward, I was totally relaxed and could understand how a strand of spaghetti feels. I look forward to my next session, too! If you feel like you want to try this unique relaxation therapy, send me a private message and I'll give you the pertinent details. It's a luxury you owe to yourself.

I had such a great experience at HOTWORX in Milwaukee! It's definitely a different kind of workout,…read morewith a different variety of exercises and machines all in infrared saunas. I was a little nervous about the heat, but they keep them right around 125 and if that's too hot, you can always adjust accordingly to what would make you more comfortable. The best part is that you don't have to work out for as long. I did a bike workout for 12 minutes and after waiting 15 minutes for my Pilates, I had already burned off another 85 active calories just by standing there. The staff is so friendly and great at explaining things. Wade is super attentive and really walked us through the entire process. The best perk is that it's way cheaper than most places you would go for classes and it's unlimited with 24/7 access. I would definitely recommend giving it a try and your first class is free!

I decided to come try this spot since I was already familiar with the gym. Halfway through my set,…read moreI was rudely interrupted by a worker who told me I had to pay a $10 fee, even though I had signed up for a free workout online. Nothing on the website mentioned any kind of fee, so I was completely confused. I had never experienced anything like this. The way she approached the situation cut my workout short and honestly could have been handled much more respectfully and professionally.

I had a very relaxing morning at perspire! The morning included a 40 minute infrared sauna session…read morewith the halo. The staff was very knowledgeable and was able to talk me through the benefits and find the right lightning and temperature for me. Each session included a private sauna with towel service. There are showers if you need. Each sauna has a tv for you to watch or YouTube to pull up music if you would like. They have membership packages or walk in rates available. Would definitely go back!

An IR Sauna was just what I needed after a busy day. I was greeted by Roland, who gave me a short…read moretour and answered my questions. It was a 40-minute sauna, which also included Halotherapy. Halotherapy is a fine salt mist that supports respiratory health, skin clarity and relaxation. I can say I took deep breaths during the 20 minutes it ran and I could feel my lungs opening up. I started by choosing my temperature of 50 (the range is 30-70), and I like a good sweat but not overly extreme. I was sweating at about 15 minutes in and could feel the heat in my bones shortly thereafter. There is a screen for me to select between YouTube or Netflix (no commercials, my choice of program), and I chose a mellow autumn screen with gentle music. The lights in the sauna are adjustable to my liking, and the red glow from the heat lamps gave me a nice glow that did not need any other lights or brightness. Drink lots of water before, during, and after your session. They sell LMNT waters and additives if you prefer to bring your own water. There is also a bottle filler for free. There are two types of sauna rooms: the standard and the shower room. The standard room has a chair, hooks, and sufficient room to change and towel off. The shower room is ADA accessible, with a level floor and a bit larger sauna area. There is no cost difference between the two. However, the bench in the standard room was too narrow for me to lie on with my elbows at my sides. (I am not a large woman, and I had to lock my hands on my stomach to keep one from falling off the edge of the bench. But the shower room has a bit wider bench (or so Roland told me later), and that bench can be pulled away from the wall if preferred. I wish I had had this info before I got settled in. Wheelchairs will fit in all areas of this business and access is easy, including the bathrooms. The entire area was pristine, clean, and ready for use. After I finished, my bones felt nice and warm for the next 2 hours, at least. I slept well, and this morning I feel physically comfortable and fully relaxed. I can understand the benefits of having an IR Sauna regularly, and I plan to do so.

Beautiful environment, relaxing and therapeutic experience, expertise of the ownership. I love…read morethe Salt Room and recommend highly for a wonderful experience and treatment.

The sauna rooms are very nice and private. I liked the added…read moretherapy lights. The refrigerator with water and scented wash cloths in the room are a bonus.

I became a member when they originally opened up about 10 years ago and it was lovely, but due to…read moreunfortunate circumstances, I had to cancel my membership. Fast forward about 10 years and I'm back! My husband was convinced to join and we get a corporate discount thanks to our employer. Since my husband and I are second shift workers, we tend to avoid the peak crowd and have never had an issue being able to use equipment. I love swimming (I used to be a competitive swimmer as a kid) so I've started back up using the pool. My husband lifts weights and he loves the weight machine and free weight availability. This WAC location is super clean and I can actually BREATHE while working out. Staff is very friendly and courteous. Honestly, my husband and I could not have asked for a better place and we recommend it to all of our friends and family.

Want to feel unsafe? Join here - it is perfectly okay with management if your neighbor has their…read morephone out in the locker room while you are changing. I had such a good morning at the club, worked my shoulder, stumbled into the Pilates reformer area where a really kind trainer got me excited enough to sign up for sessions and her weekly class, then swam about 500 yards. Everything was going perfectly. Then came the locker room. It was quiet, almost empty. I came out of the shower, headed to my locker, and this fully dressed woman was standing there. She said good morning, I said it back. But then she sat down right next to me while I was naked, turned her back, and pulled out her phone. The whole locker room was open, and she picked that spot. I felt exposed and uncomfortable. Once I got dressed, I told her that phones aren't allowed in the locker room. Instead of apologizing, she turned it on me, saying I was "threatened" by her just scheduling her classes. I told her plainly: I felt unsafe because she sat right next to me with her phone out while I was undressed. She doubled down, kept making snide comments, then followed me out of the locker room mocking me with "have a nice day." That's when I lost it and told her to go fuck herself, that no one should be pulling out a phone next to a naked person in a locker room. At the front desk, they brushed me off, said the GM would call me. Two days later she finally did, and her cold, terse, completely unempathetic tone made everything worse. She told me the woman had every right to have her phone in the locker room - that their rules only included the use of recording devices in the locker room. Then she actually suggested that if I didn't want to risk being filmed, I should use the private changing area by the pool. That floored me. I told her they were risking a potential lawsuit by not enforcing stricter rules. She just said, "Yes, we sure are," in a way that made it clear she didn't care about my opinion at all. Then she asked, "Do you want anything else?" I said, yes, I want your bosses to call me. Ridiculous. Frustrating. And I think that "they" didn't enjoy interacting with me. So I'll keep coming. And I will keep complaining until they commit to a safer space for everyone.

If I could rate lower than 1 star I would. I don't live in the area anymore and I didn't receive a…read moresingle message about my account then I get my stuff sent to collections. Scumbags that work there. Plus you have to pay 200 dollars to cancel if you move so this place is a waste of time and likes to fuck over the troops.

One of the best gyms I've found for my needs. They have all the equipment and machines I look for,…read morewith plenty of racks, dumbbells, and a good variety of cardio machines. I haven't taken any classes but every time I'm here, someone is working with a personal trainer or there's a class going, and the staff is always available. It's clean and has big windows in front, making it not feel so much like a "big box" gym. I've been a member for going on two years and I love it!

This place is great! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The facility is clean and well…read moreorganized. Love going here. My health and wellness has improved immensely since adding the sauna and halotherapy to my regime.

From the owner: We are a Halotherapy and Infrared Sauna Therapy treatment facility. Treatments help: asthma,…read moreallergies, sinus, skin conditions, detoxify the body, lower blood pressure, improve heart & vascular health, reduce stress, sleep better, boost metabolism.

Over 2 years since my first review of this place and I still give it a solid thumbs up. I can't…read morerecommend this place enough. The floats are amazingly relaxing and therapeutic, while the biz is welcoming and peaceful. Other things I enjoy: -The booking process is a breeze; can book online - Easily accessible and ample parking - Transparent pricing - A variety of deals, discounts, and perks, such as: seasonally, birthday discounts, new customer discount, perks for paying in cash, a student discount, member benefits, and more - Powder room with a variety of products, hair care items, dryers, lotions, and more to help you refresh after a visit - $5 delicious kombucha - free infused/regular water, tea and snack as you recombobulate yourself - No fee atm onsite for customers

I love love this place and their student discount for $35 cash is a STEAL. The staff is so nice and…read morefriendly, I love their float tanks, and the amenities after (snacks, vanity to freshen up after you shower, and music) were spectacular. I would highly recommend coming here!!

Love this place!! The staff is beyond the best I've yet to experience anywhere. So personable,…read morereal, caring, and knowledgeable! They explain everything they do with incredible detail, I could not recommend it enough.

AVOID IF SENSITIVE TO SMELLS or air pollution or you don't like being belittled…read more I asked for a room without oil diffusing, because the place stinks and I felt ill from it. The nurse told me that nothing is diffusing but she is what smells because she slathers herself in some oil to disinfect. 1) I like nurses to use proper cleaning techniques 2) the response should have been that she will go wash off or try to wash off the oil. But no. That didn't happen. So I tried to fill out the paperwork but the smell was awful. Then a guy that works there came in and said that it smells great. I said no, it doesn't. He asked what's wrong with me that I don't think it smells good. I said it made me feel sick and my sinuses don't like it. He told the nurse they should "throw her in the sauna." What?! I'm not the problem and I don't need to be thrown anywhere. Your crazy overuse of a concentrated oil is making me ill! I tried to finish the paperwork but I couldn't thing clearly enough to do it. I had to leave. So now I feel awful AND I didn't get a b12 shot. I'm totally disappointed because I'd have liked to use some of their other services but I just felt sick and put down.

This place is fantastic! I am new to tanning and am extremely fair skinned. The owner suggested a…read morelight bronzer to use, what bed to use and the proper timing so I wouldn't burn. Couldn't be happier. They also have specialty beds, which I haven't used, but I hear great things about them. I am happy to support a small business for my tanning needs.

I stopped in here to kill time before another appointment. Since I have never been here before I…read moreasked for a list of beds. The owner said "I can show you them". I said "ok". He started to show me a standup and I said "I don't want a standup" and he then responded with an attitude, "I know I want to show you everything". His attitude was off putting and I said I didn't want to tan anymore to which he said, "you're a f***** b**** - good luck with your marriage!" How rude of a business owner to talk to anyone like that !!!