Private & communal sauna
Sweat with purpose.
Private and communal sauna experiences designed for recovery, performance, and longevity.
Pre-sale now open for our new Lincoln, CA studio.
Real sauna. Not just infrared.
The honest comparison.
Full-spectrum infrared
Heatheory
Yes — 3 private rooms
Infrared-only studios
Yes
Session length
Heatheory
40 minutes
Infrared-only studios
30–40 minutes
Traditional Finnish sauna
Heatheory
Yes — 3 private rooms
Infrared-only studios
Not offered
Private group sauna room
Heatheory
Yes — groups up to 6
Infrared-only studios
Not offered
Unlimited membership
Heatheory
$259/mo
Infrared-only studios
$230–$280/mo
Ownership
Heatheory
Locally owned and operated
Infrared-only studios
Typically national franchise
Infrared is one kind of heat. We do all of them.
Infrared-only studios give you one experience, alone. Heatheory gives you full-spectrum infrared, traditional Finnish heat, and a private group room you can book with your people — in one membership.
Comparison reflects typical offerings and pricing at infrared sauna studios as of August 2026. Individual studios vary and set their own pricing.
Three ways to sweat.
Most studios offer one. We offer all of them.
Private Infrared
3 rooms
Full-spectrum infrared heat. Gentler on the body, longer comfortable sessions, deep recovery. Fully private.
Book this roomPrivate Traditional
3 rooms
Authentic Finnish dry heat. Higher temperature, the classic sauna ritual. Fully private.
Book this roomThe Group Room
1 room, groups of 2 to 6
Our largest traditional sauna, reserved just for your party. One flat price for the whole room.
Book this roomNew to Heatheory
3 sessions for $79.
Try any of our private rooms — infrared or traditional. Use them within 30 days. No enrollment fee, no contract.
No enrollment fee. No contract. Seven sauna rooms.
Memberships
Month to month. No contract.
RECOVER
- 4 private sessions per month
- Group room at member rate
- Discounted extra sessions
- Month to month
RESTORE
- 8 private sessions per month
- 1 free group room booking per month
- Priority booking window
- Discounted guest passes
ELEVATE
- 14 private sessions per month
- 2 free group room bookings per month
- Priority booking window
- 10% off retail
UNLIMITED
- Unlimited private sessions
- 4 free group room bookings per month
- VIP booking priority
- 20% off retail
Fair use: one private session per day, up to two peak-hour bookings held in advance.
Join UNLIMITEDBook the group room
Our largest traditional sauna, reserved just for your party. Groups of 2 to 6. 40 minutes.
Member
$55 /booking
or 2 session credits
Non-member
$89 /booking
One flat price for the whole room. Members can bring up to 5 guests, and guests do not need to be members. No per-person charge.
Great for couples, families, friend groups, teams and celebrations. Members can use 2 session credits instead of paying. Minimum 2 guests.
Book the roomSession Packs
No membership required. Members always pay less per session.
All packs expire on the date shown and are non-refundable. Members always pay less per session.
The Heatheory® Experience
- Private Sauna Rooms
- Communal Sessions
- Clean reservation-based experiences
- No overcrowding
- High-performance recovery environment
We've designed every aspect of Heatheory to provide a premium, distraction-free environment where you can focus entirely on your recovery and well-being. Our reservation system ensures you'll never experience overcrowding, and our meticulous cleaning protocols guarantee a pristine space for every session.
What Our Members Say
“I feel better after every session.”
— Sarah M.
“Best recovery experience I’ve had.”
— Michael T.
“Clean, premium, and powerful.”
— Jessica L.
Benefits of Infrared
Discover why infrared therapy is the superior choice for deep healing, relaxation, and overall wellness.
Deep Detoxification
Infrared heat produces a deep, detoxifying sweat at the cellular level, helping eliminate heavy metals and environmental toxins.
Improved Circulation
Heating the muscles produces an increase in blood flow similar to that seen during exercise, promoting cardiovascular health.
Muscle Recovery
Increased blood circulation carries off metabolic waste products and delivers oxygen-rich blood to oxygen-depleted muscle.
Benefits of Traditional Heat
Experience the time-tested power of intense, ambient heat for unmatched cardiovascular support and robust detoxification.
Intense Detoxification
The high heat of a traditional sauna induces a profuse sweat, flushing out impurities and cleansing the skin at a deep level.
Rapid Muscle Recovery
Intense heat quickly relaxes tight muscles, reduces tension, and speeds up the healing process after a tough workout.
Cardiovascular Conditioning
Traditional saunas elevate your heart rate to levels similar to moderate exercise, providing an excellent passive cardio workout.
Daily Wellness Benefits of Sauna
Beyond physical recovery, regular sauna use supports your mental and immune health.
Profound Stress Relief
The intense environment forces you to focus on your breathing, acting as a powerful mindfulness tool that melts away daily stress.
Immune System Support
Raising your core body temperature mimics a mild fever, which can help stimulate your immune system and increase white blood cell production.
Deeper Sleep
The rapid cooling of your body after a high-heat traditional sauna session promotes a deeper, more restorative night of sleep.
Why Heatheory®?
Detox + Recovery
Deep sweating helps eliminate toxins while promoting faster muscle recovery and reducing inflammation after intense workouts.
Cardiovascular Support
Heat exposure elevates heart rate similar to moderate exercise, improving circulation and supporting overall heart health.
Stress Relief + Mental Clarity
Sauna sessions activate the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing cortisol levels and promoting deep relaxation and mental focus.
Heat therapy has been scientifically proven to enhance physical performance, accelerate recovery, and improve overall well-being. Our state-of-the-art infrared and traditional saunas create the optimal environment for cellular detoxification, cardiovascular conditioning, and nervous system regulation. Whether you're an athlete seeking peak performance or simply looking to optimize your health, Heatheory provides a premium, evidence-based approach to heat exposure.
The Science of Heat Therapy
Infrared vs Traditional Heat
Infrared saunas penetrate deeper into tissue, heating the body from within at a comfortable 140-165°F. This allows for a more relaxing experience where you can comfortably stay longer, compared to traditional saunas which heat the air to 175-210°F.
Heart Rate Elevation
Sauna sessions can elevate heart rate to 100-150 BPM, mimicking the cardiovascular benefits of moderate-intensity exercise and improving overall heart health and endurance.
Detox Through Sweat
Deep sweating helps eliminate heavy metals, environmental toxins, and metabolic waste products through the skin, supporting the body’s natural detoxification pathways.
Muscle Recovery
Heat exposure increases blood flow to muscles, reduces inflammation, and accelerates the removal of lactic acid, significantly improving post-workout recovery time.
Frequently Asked Questions
We provide clean towels for every session. In private rooms you may wear whatever feels comfortable — a swimsuit, athletic wear, or simply a towel. For communal sessions, appropriate swimwear or athletic attire is required.
Visit Us in Lincoln, CA
Conveniently located to serve your wellness needs.
Studio Address
900 Sterling Pkwy, Ste 30
Lincoln, CA 95648
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Weekends
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM