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Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME?

You will need swimwear, plenty of drinking water, 2 towels (one to sit on in the sauna and one for drying off)

We advise to bring warm clothing to change into after sauna for the colder months and appropriate beach footwear.

Please remove any metal jewellery and ensure that your swimwear has no metal fasteners as these will get very hot and can burn.  We would also advise you to only bring essentials with you, especially valuables.

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WHAT FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE?

Changing rooms: We now have a small sanctuary to allow you to change and take shelter at Môr a Sawna. We recommend arriving already wearing your swim suits underneath your clothing and preparing to change by the sauna.  Changing must be done inside your time slot to ensure others can get in the sauna in their time slot.
 

Toilets: There are public toilet facilities available on Jackson’s Bay. Please note that the toilet block opening hours vary throughout the year. Typically opening on the weekend during winter months  and daily through the summer.
 

Showers: Please come having already showered, there is one public cold shower, and we hook up a cold shower by the sauna, or of course the classic bucket rinse or a fresh sea dip.
 

Parking: We are situated just overlooking Jackson’s bay, down the path.  There is 2 hour parking on the streets around, please ensure you park in the allocated places as there are residential only area’s too.  We are a short walk from Barry Island where there is also a few car parks with varying costs, and a 10 minute walk from the Barry Island train station.

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Storage and Changing: We now have a small shelter to allow you to store your stuff out of the elements. We advise to bring minimal personal belongings with you and to leave high value items at home.  Please be aware that we cannot guarantee the security of any valuables left for safekeeping. You can use this area to change aswell, however this must be done inside your allocated time slot so that others coming after you can get in.

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                                                              WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?

Bookings for the sauna can be cancelled with a full refund/ rescheduled with a minimum 48 hour notice period to allow sufficient time for your slot to be re booked.

We regret that any cancellations with less than 48 hours notice will not be refunded.

Wellness events are a 50% refund before 72 hours notice, within 72 hours notice there will be no refund.  We hire in instructors and facilitators and the room, spaces are limited and we have to cover those costs.

To cancel or reschedule your booking, please email us at morasawna@gmail.com

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What is your exact location?

As you come down the first slipway to Jacksons Bay, we are opposite the public toilets before you head down the second slip that give syou access to the beach. Allowing you easy access to come in and out of the sauna and sea if you want to.  CF62 5TU.

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What do I have to wear?

How many can come in the sauna if it is exclusively booked?

If you are booking a communal session's swimwear is compulsory.   Please be aware that people can see in through the glass dome and the sauna operator will need to pop in from time to time to check on the stove.  We do recommend a bathing suit. This is your experience, and you should be as comfortable as possible. If you prefer to wear a t-shirt, wrap or robe that is up to you.

The sauna seats 10 people.  In the communal sauna we will not have more than 9 people in the sauna. If you are booking the sauna privately you can bring up to 10 people.

Do I stay in the sauna the whole time?

No. We recommend 3-15minutes in the sauna at a time. Everyone will have a different tolerance ability with the heat and listening to your body is important. We have the options of a cold plunge pool, cold showers or the sea of a way of cooling down and creating the ultimate contrast therapy experience.

What packages do you offer?

If you are looking to book a birthday special or want some additional time out then why not message us and see what we can arranged.

 I am qualified in a range of modalities including: Holistic therapist since 2004, Certified Trauma and Mental Health Practitioner, Mindset Coach, Neuro Linguistic Programme Coach, NLP Practitioner, Time Line Therapy Practitioner, Hypnosis Practitioner, Registered Sandstory Therapist, Trained in a variety of therapeutic and creative techniques, EFT, Mizan Therapy, Sound healer, Reiki Master, Chakra clearing and balancing, oracle card readings. We run wellness events where we collaborate with facilitators or provide some ourselves.  If you wanted to some extra time out then drop us a message and see what we can do.

Can I book 2 sessions back to back?

If you would like to have 2 communal sessions back to back then nothing stops you. We do recommend plenty of drinking water and breaks from the heat though.

Is there a minimum age or other restrictions?

The minimum age to be able to use the sauna is 16. 

  • Anyone under the age of 16 is not permitted to use the sauna. 

  • All persons using the sauna do so at their own risk. If you have any reservations regarding sauna use, such as medical conditions, underlying health problems, history of dizziness or fainting, the use of prescription drugs, or pregnancy, it is essential that you consult your GP before making a booking. By agreeing to our waiver you understand the risks and have consulted with a medical professional. You understand and take full responsibility for your own health and wellbeing.

  • Contraindications include (but are not limited to) the following. Should you have any of the following you must seek consent from your doctor prior to using the sauna:

    •   Pregnancy 

    •   Cardiovascular disorders

    •   Blood pressure disorders - high and low

    •   Nervous system disorders

    •   Lymphatic system disorders

    •   Heart Disorders

    •   Blood disorders

    •   Epilepsy

    •   Asthma

    •   Diabetes

    •   Allergies​

  • Anyone entering the sauna assumes full responsibility of their medical / health condition, to include but not limited to, any medications the person may be taking which could result in a medical emergency or unsafe condition. All persons must know their own limitations and assumes all risks associated with any activities in which they may engage in while in Môr a Sawna or the surrounding premises.

  • All persons using the cold shower, drench bucket, or cold immersion pods do so at their own risk. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you can handle being exposed to the cold temperatures.

Please see our waiver for full information.

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We take no responsibility for anyone using the sea.

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