Whisk Making Workshop

Birute, a highly skilled Lithuanian Bath Master, is visiting us to share her knowledge and bring us an insight into the practices of the Baltic sauna rituals. Learn the art of foraging and tying leaf whisks to use in the sauna in this unique afternoon workshop.

Bring sauna joy by creating the perfect leafy bundle that doesn’t scratch using bundles of leafy branches, the tradition of leaf whisking spans the Nordics, Eastern Slavic and Baltic states. The leaves are used fresh or dried leaves are rehydrated and then used to move steam, bring heat to the body and invigorate and stimulate the skin when used to hit the body. They were the original body scrub - and saponins in birch create a foamy water. 

This workshop is for everyone; suitable for people with limited sauna experience who would like to connect with nature and make their own whisk to take into their next sauna session or for experienced sauna masters who would like to learn how to make their own whisks. 

Over time the modernisation of the sauna sidelined these once commonplace practices - there has been a resurgence of interest in these practices in modern times. The Bath Master can use many types of leaves and herbs to deliver full body treatments. It is also a lovely practice to share with your friends and family.

Here is a nice blog post about sauna whisks written by one of our previous level 1 trainees.

https://www.seasidesaunahaus.co.uk/post/what-are-sauna-whisks

Cancellation Policy:

Tickets are non-refundable once booked.

To transfer to another date, we will need at least 2 weeks notice and there will be a £30 admin fee.

By booking your ticket you are agreeing to the above cancellation policy.

Important information:

- We are based within a campsite. If you would like to book accommodation, please head to www.wowo.co.uk for camping pitches and glamping options.

- If you are happy to, we will create a Whatsapp group for all students so you can get to know the group ahead of the training and share lifts, accommodation etc. where possible.

- Timings can vary slightly from above. We will contact you closer to the training with more accurate schedule. Please let us know if you have specific time restrictions such as a pre-booked flight.

- We will make a nourishing communal soup for each day + have some snacks and water provided but aside from that please bring your own food. It is worth noting that we are not close to any shops or cafes although there is a nicely stocked campsite shop open during the day.