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Sauna Sessions

Sat Sep 27, 2025 2:30 PM - 8:00 PM Medina Triennial Hub, 345 Main Street, Medina, NY 14103

Sauna Sessions

Sat Sep 27, 2025 2:30 PM - 8:00 PM Medina Triennial Hub, 345 Main Street, Medina, NY 14103

Sauna Sessions

Coinciding with Medina’s beloved Ale in Autumn, guests are invited to enjoy the experience of a wood-heated sauna at The Hub. Red Hot Sauna has transformed an iconic fire truck into a mobile sauna that blends American history with Nordic ritual. Stripped of its original fittings and rebuilt with craftsmanship, the truck now holds a cedar interior and wood-burning stove, recreating the atmosphere of a traditional sauna.

In Baltic and Nordic culture, saunas have long been more than a place to bathe—they served as kitchens, clinics, temples, and communal shelters open to both friends and strangers. Today, sauna bathing is also recognized as a form of whole-body thermotherapy, easing pain and supporting well-being.

Sessions must be booked in advance with a suggested donation of $30. Each session will have only eight guests.


Sauna Session: What to Know Before You Go

  • Stay hydrated – Drink water before and after your session. Please bring a water bottle with you.
  • Eat light – Avoid eating a heavy meal 1–2 hours before your session.
  • Wear a bathing suit – Required for all guests. Please also bring a towel to sit on.
  • Leave the extras at home – No jewelry (it can get hot!), lotions, makeup, perfumes, or essential oils. These can interfere with the sauna and stain the wood.
  • Come prepared – Arrive 15 minutes early to check in, change, and get settled.
  • Know your limits – Sessions are limited to 90 minutes at a time. Take breaks as needed, and step out if you feel lightheaded or unwell.
  • Age policy – Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • Respect the space – Be mindful of other guests, staff, and the sauna itself. Disrespectful behavior means you may be asked to leave without a refund.
  • What not to bring – No food, alcohol, drugs, glass, sharp objects, or flammables.
  • Health & safety – If you are pregnant, on medication, or have any health concerns, please consult your physician before joining. Guests with open wounds may not enter the sauna.

Location

Medina Triennial Hub, 345 Main Street, Medina, NY 14103