Absolutely loved my first float experience with Aqua Float. Rooms were clean and they provided everything you need to shower afterwards, leaving you relaxed and refreshed. I will definitely be returning soon and looking into a membership. read more

Aqua float is a nice day spa to visit especially during these cold winter months. I booked a 60 minute session in the Deluxe Floating Room 3. The room was nice and had available a robe, earplugs, Vaseline for open wounds, makeup remover and shower with soap's provided. The Floating Room was really nice with its own separate section and door with a neck pillow and adjustable switches for the lights and music, I love the galaxy lights!! The facility was very nice and clean with a waiting area and as well a vanity area. If you plan a visit be sure to read guidelines before and after visiting, they will be included also in your appointment confirmation email. read more

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Very cool experience! I had read about floating pods before and figured I'd try it. I booked a one-hour float. As a first-timer, the staff were super helpful and walked me through the entire process - showering beforehand, recommending wax earplugs, and that it was up to me whether or not I wanted to close the pod or not. I was asked if I wanted music and I honestly didn't know. They asked me if I was someone who liked working or sleeping with some noise in the background, music might be a good idea and that I could turn it off later if I wanted. I am not someone who gets claustrophobic easily so I closed the pod and turned off the underwater light. It was a very new but cool experience to be surrounded by darkness. After maybe 10-15 minutes of wondering if I could spend an hour in the pod, I kind of dozed off. Like other reviewers, I woke with a start right before my session ended. I did feel super calm and light afterwards - as if I had gotten a massage. Definitely bring your own comb if you have long hair. The changing room has a blowdryer and the facility also has towels available. I really enjoyed the whole atmosphere of the place - it was just peaceful and positive. I'm unsure if I'd be a regular, but I do think maybe doing a few floats a year when I need to reset would be great. read more

I had my first float last year so I was glad to find a place in Charlottesville to try. This is a guarantee remedy for all your physical ailments. It's just you and the tank, your body works on fixing itself without meds. After every float I feel like a new person and all of the aches and pains are gone. You have to try it at least once. read more

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First time experience with the salt pod float. They have really thought through all the details and explained everything really well - from the wash cloth on the handle of the pod, water spray bottle inside the pod, earplugs, to the flotation device for your head to rest on. The place was clean and the lady at the front was professional. read more

I had a massage with Reggie and it was the most comprehensive massage I have ever had. He's fantastic and paid attention to all the areas that needed it. We had a great follow up conversation on what would be best for my body and I look forward to returning for another session. If you are athletic and use your body a lot like I do he's the person to see in Charrlottesville. read more

Ever since I moved to Charlottesville in 2020 I have been searching for a place that offers hot stone massages. I found Aqua Float by word of mouth of a coworker. I've had hot stone massages by Bailey and she's amazing! She's attentive and thorough and asks which areas need more work. I'm a nurse and on my feet 12 hours a day so I treat myself to a 90minute hot stone massage once in awhile. Now that I've found Bailey at Aqua Float I schedule a massage more often! Thanks, Bailey! read more

Ah, getting away from it all! Literally. Floating is an amazing way to relax, meditate, and recharge. It is, for me, the opposite of yoga, which I also love. Whereas yoga disciplines the mind with the focus on desired positions and postures while focusing your breathing, emptying the mind of all other pursuits, floating removes all such stimulations. You float in a pool of highly salinated water, with no sound, no appreciable skin stimulus, no sound.... you are alone with your breath and your thoughts. Free to relax, free to concentrate, free to drift. It is your own experience. Friends of mine who cannot cut off the mind-chatter, who spend such an opportunity going through the list of things they could otherwise be doing or have to get back to -- these friends do not enjoy floating. But for me, it is the ultimate in relaxation for 90 minutes of complete peace. You lose track of time. You lose track of stress. You just.... ARE... for this briefest of vacations. And when the session is up, soft music is piped in to help you transition back to the world. Aquafloat does floating well. Four floating tanks in private rooms, each soundproofed. CLEAN. In between clients, each tank is pumped and filtered to reset the tank for the next person. In-room showers and soft lighting. Soft towels. Ear plugs. No rush. Low stress staff to help explain the process and the amenities to newcomers. Complimentary tea and water and fruit and a comfortable area to sit and collect yourself before venturing back into the open air. An all-around great experience. The only small improvement I'd make is to add a small shelf to each room, since currently the only place to store your clothes is on the only seat/bench in the room, so when you are getting dressed you have to manage your stack to keep it out of the floor as you sit to put on socks, pants, whatever. But that is a minor point. Aquafloat also offers massage and combination packages, although I haven't taken advantage of these so I will not comment on them. Once you are in their client database, they will send notices of discounts on single float sessions and packages. I usually stock up on a few at Christmas time, since they do not ever expire. And you can always transfer a credit to a friend without a hassle. I live over 60 miles from Aquafloat, and pass a local provider of floating sessions on my way out of my town. I wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

Took my boyfriend here as a birthday present. It was our first time floating & we had a great experience! It was so relaxing and a really cool sensation to experience. The staff was very professional and knowledgeable. The rooms/pods themselves, had 10/10 cleanliness and were stocked with shampoo, soaps, ear plus etc. We would definitely go back! read more

So I went here for a massage with Reggie. Best massage I've ever had (even better than City Spa). He worked a knot out I've had for years. Great plaace! read more

Aqua Float is a totally different kind of spa or wellness center than my husband and I have ever visited - more focused on individual meditation and healing rather than a social experience we could share with each other and friends. We spent 90 minutes in individual rooms within enclosed tanks, each boasting more than 800 pounds of saltwater with a little ambient lighting. First impressions: *It looks like a space ship or a device from some sci-fi, futuristic film. *I need to be extra careful not to accidentally rub my eyes with salt as it will burn. *I will probably get bored, but this is supposed to be healing so I'm going with the flow. Afterward: *I fell asleep half-way through and woke up with a start as it took me a minute to re-orient myself. I also started to feel a bit claustrophobic so I opened the lid of tank a bit. *I was incredibly thirsty - downing two water bottles immediately. *After showering off all the salt, my skin felt amazingly smooth and I was glowing. *When Michal and I met up in the lounge, we helped ourselves to complimentary fruit, lemon-infused water and tea while reading a few materials on the benefits of floating, as well as journaling/doodling. This time helped with extending the relaxation experience and alleviated my dehydration. *I felt a boost in my mood and energy level that lasted me through the day. Would I do it again? Probably not unless there is another LivingSocial deal - We paid $29 each for what normally costs $60 each. Also - the length of the session seemed a bit too long to me as I did get a bit stir-crazy in that tank. However, I like finding unique, local spots like this and will now consider doing my Epsom salt baths at home as I love the way my skin feels afterward. This was also a very calming, restorative experience that I would recommend if you're having a stressful or anxious week, as it truly helped me to quiet my mind. read more

I enjoyed it but the side effects are miserable. I feel as if I have pink eye, very dry skin, and water in my ear. I haven't felt well since. read more

Staff were great, wait time was minimal, atmosphere is lovely. I had never floated before but felt pretty chill going in. The 45-minute massage I got first was helpful, but not the best massage I've had. Staff explained what floating was all about then let us go to it. I did feel a little claustrophobic at first, and it is startling to find yourself floating and not have this innate understanding of where your body is in space. But once I taught myself where the lights were and let myself fully relax, it was a great experience. I emerged feeling extremely calm and my skin was incredibly soft. Do note: salt will build up and dry on your chest while you're floating. This feeling is really strange at first, but it's not a problem. Also: I used the gummy ear plugs they give you after having read that salt can get stuck in your ears. These didn't work well enough. I ended up using the neck pillow to float after my ears kept crackling. I washed out my ears really thoroughly...but there was still loud crackling for about *a week* afterward from the dried salt. There was no pain, and I was warned. It was just weird. Be aware, and enjoy! read more

Wonderful and peaceful retreat where you have your pick of a float session in warm salt water in your private room, an infrared sauna experience, a relaxing massage or just sit in the cozy lounge and read and write. Try it! read more

Really cool experience. I've never done any type of "floating" or sensory deprivation before, but I thought I'd give it a try just because it's close to where I live and someone I know tried it and really liked it. The building itself is beautiful, like a spa, and the owner gave me the run down since I was new. I'm not the meditative or yogi type, but I found the whole experience to be very relaxing and worthwhile. The pods themselves are much larger than I expected and once you're inside with no light, they seem massive. I just focused on breathing and let my mind drift, and the time kind of melted away. I found myself in that feeling when you are heading to sleep and you flirt with sleepiness and lucidity. After my float, I was noticeably more relaxed and had more of a sensitivity to stimuli, like music, than before. Usually I drive with music on, but I kept it off for the ride home to contribute to my mindful experience. I'd definitely do this again. This spot is particularly nice and the owner really knows his stuff. Give it a try. read more

Terrific atmosphere and really friendly staff who are more than willing to answer questions. Terrific stress reducing activity. I feel like I've had a vacation every time I go in. An hour and a half of total peace and relaxation. 45 minute massages are also available as well as infrared sauna. Love this place. read more

Love AquaFloat - have been using their infra red sauna and the float tanks. I recently received a gift certificate for a massage and float - and it was so wonderful! The massage helped me enjoy the float even more - a nice afternoon escape! The environment is always clean and peaceful. read more

Had a fantastic experience floating here. The facility was excellent and the staff was super friendly and very knowledgeable. I will definitely float here again and can't wait to visit the next time I'm in town. read more

As you walk into the door the overall calm aesthetic of the space allows you to begin to relax, breathe and enjoy. It is very clean, staff are warm and welcoming. There is hot tea, filtered water, books to peruse as you either wait (briefly) for your turn or afterwards. There is no rush here. Floating is a unique experience for each person. I really enjoy the quiet and peace in the water. I highly recommend you give it a try! read more

Relaxation x 1000! This place is amazing. If you want to relax, but try something new, this is it. You will not be disappointed. Staff is friendly. Facility is calming. Worth every dime. read more

I have a degenerative spine condition and I'm always in pain. The medication I was on is no longer available and my mobility and quality of life has decreased substantially. I found AquaFloat in a web search, so I thought I'd try it. It was amazing! While I was in the pod, I felt like I was floating in zero gravity and I was pain free! I realized I had forgotten what it's like to be without pain. The owner and staff were fabulous and very accommodating. It was a great experience from the time I walked in the door until I left. I highly recommend AquaFloat for everyone-- and especially for those with chronic pain. read more

I did a "float" and it was remarkable. It was unlike anything I had experienced before, except maybe that little 9 month float I did in utero many years ago. AquaFloat was an excellent facility...relaxing, friendly and impeccably clean. I have a friend who is recovering from serious heart problems and I gave him a "float" as a "get well" gift. I am hoping to have the chance to share the experience with out of town visitors later this winter. read more

We really enjoyed our AquaFloat experience. Very relaxing and rejuvinating. Great atmosphere and helpful staff.

Have had the pleasure of floating at AquaFloat a handful of times and never had a bad experience. Watch those cuts, and don't shave beforehand! If you feel that you had enough before your 90 is up, call it quits. The purpose is to not create stress, but release it. Float On! read more

It's really an amazing experience. A way to clear your mind and cleanse your body. Promotes total awareness of self. It is different every time and for every person. Imagine the purity of returning to the womb and feeling that peace and comfort again! read more

An enjoyable experience in a clean and peaceful environment. It was the first time I've ever indulged in sensory deprivation and it will not be the last. I was concerned that I would feel claustrophobic but the tanks are large and I didn't give it another thought as I floated my way to the most calm I've ever felt. This relaxed state is with me still and my husband noticed how I was glowing after exiting the spa. This is not something he would normally engage in, but he will be taking his maiden voyage tomorrow. I know that this will become part of our natural health regime and we will become regular floaters. Give it a try, you won't be sorry and your skin will feel amazing. The proprietor is a wonderful guy and walks you through what to expect so any fears are put to rest as soon as you step into the water. I highly recommend it!! read more

These guys are awesome. I used the infrared sauna multiple times a week for about six months (incredibly helpful for pain relief). The staff is always friendly, and they are always responsive to questions or feedback. When the sauna was having some minor issues, they made sure it was fixed right away. I cannot recommend Aquafloat enough. read more

AquaFloat is so much better than in Chicago where I floated twice, many years ago. The experience is the same, but here every details seems thought of and high quality items were chosen in products - including the floatation beds. Chicago's weren't as nice. I treated 2 friends this Saturday. 1 friend had the experience of a lifetime, the other was not able to enjoy like we do/did. I highly recommend AquaFloat. I have been going here for about a year. I have floated 3 times and this last float was my best. I was in the bed at the end of the hall. read more

I am so grateful that Aquafloat exists. The sense of freedom I experience while floating is simultaneously exhilarating and profoundly relaxing. It feels like I've been on a two week vacation! The facility is pristine. The lobby is serene, with exquisite sculptures to uplift the spirit. Staff personnel are knowledgeable, and focused on customer satisfaction. Highly recommended. read more