Hike, Plunge & Sauna

Hike, Plunge & Sauna

Movement, Cold & Wood-Fired Heat

Hike, Plunge & Sauna combines three of the most powerful tools in nature-based longevity practice: weighted hiking, cold water immersion and Finnish wood-fired sauna. Delivered in partnership with Löyly & Jää, this session takes you through the full arc of hormetic stress and recovery — movement, cold, then heat — across some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Dales.

You'll start with a weighted trek across carefully selected trails, each participant carrying a pack suited to their current fitness level. The morning light, fresh air and natural terrain help reset your circadian rhythm while building functional strength.

Then comes the cold plunge. As an STA open water coach with outdoor emergency first aid certification, Nick ensures you feel confident and safe before entering. The cold exposure triggers beneficial hormonal responses, strengthens immune function and creates that distinct sense of mental clarity that only cold water can provide.

We finish at Löyly & Jää's riverside or lakeside sauna, where authentic Finnish wood-fired heat completes the contrast — expanding blood vessels, easing muscle recovery and settling the nervous system after the cold. This heat-cold cycle is one of the more reliable tools for building long-term resilience, and repeated over time, it's a genuine contributor to a stronger, more robust healthspan.

Together, these three elements offer something no single practice can: full-spectrum restoration. The trek builds strength and regulates your body clock. The plunge reduces inflammation and sharpens mood. The sauna eases recovery and deepens relaxation. You'll leave feeling grounded, recovered and genuinely restored.

What You Need to Know:

• Session Length- 2hrs
• No swimming experience needed — the cold plunge is in tubs at the Löyly & Jää site
• Small groups (maximum 6) for safety and personalised attention
• Sauna element delivered in partnership with Löyly & Jää
• Locations and final details confirmed after booking
• Please complete a waiver form before your first session
• Kit list will be sent out on booking

Perfect for: Anyone wanting the combined benefits of outdoor movement, cold exposure and heat recovery in a safe, supportive setting.