Terms & Conditions

The terms and conditions of Brandon Bay Sauna are outlined below.

If you are making your booking on behalf of a group, it is your responsibility to make sure all users are aware of the terms and conditions and also practice safe sauna use. By signing the attached you are confirming you have made all other parties in your group aware of the contents of this waiver, and that you have authority to sign the attached and provide the below confirmations and waivers on their behalf.

Sauna Rules & Regulations

All persons entering and using the sauna do so at their own risk. If you or any of your group have any reservations regarding sauna use, such as medical conditions, underlying health problems, the use of prescription drugs or pregnancy, it is essential that you or any of your group consult your GP before making a booking and using the sauna.

All persons using the open water, sea, as a ‘cold plunge’ do so at their own risk. It is each person's responsibility to ensure that you are a capable swimmer and can handle being exposed to the cold temperatures and currents of the sea. Any person using the water tank as a ‘cold plunge’ does so at their own risk.

Brandon Bay Sauna accepts no responsibility or liability for missing, lost or stolen possessions while using the sauna.

Alcohol, smoking, illegal substances and nudity are not permitted in the Sauna.

Jewellery should always be removed before entering the Sauna to prevent burning. Each sauna user should ensure their swimsuit or swim trucks does not contain any slimming panels or metal parts which may heat up and possibly burn skin.

Brandon Bay Sauna operators reserve the right to refuse admission to intoxicated persons or for other reasons that may be deemed a health and safety risk. Refunds will not be offered to anyone refused admission.

You must not use the sauna if you:

suffer from high or low blood pressure or any heart or circulatory disorder or suffer from epilepsy or diabetes;
are pregnant; or
are prone to dizziness or fainting

Sauna etiquette must be adhered to at all times to ensure users safety and the best experience for all attending. This includes:

Keeping sauna sessions to a maximum of 20 min at a time. We recommend 5-15 min sessions but suggest you and/or any member of your group leave the Sauna sooner if you start to feel uncomfortable. You and/or any member of your group should leave the Sauna immediately if you start to feel dizzy, nauseous, or lightheaded. Use the timer provided inside the Sauna to keep track of how much time you have spent in each session.

Following operator’s instructions on how to gently pour water onto the hot rocks. Use the ladle provided with only the ‘sauna water’ in the bucket. Only pour the ‘sauna water’ on the hot rocks and nothing else. As a rule of use - This should only be done intermittently to ensure the temperature does not increase too quickly and only when all users are seated.

Entering and exiting the Sauna in a safe and careful manner. Move slowly and give other users space to move. The Sauna is accessed via steps onto a deck.

Never touch the stove or open the stove door. Only trained members of staff are permitted to operate the stove and will be nearby for any queries. There is a guard between the benches and the stove. Please do not hang towels or clothes to dry in the Sauna, as this may cause a risk of fire.

Keeping access points clear to allow other users to exit safely and swiftly if needed.

Always respect other Sauna users. Always check with the other Sauna users before pouring water on the rocks as this will produce hot steam and increase the intensity of the temperature in the Sauna.

To prevent your body from dehydration, drink plenty of cool water—before, during (if needed) and after leaving the Sauna. Please also bring sufficient drinking water with you.

Do not eat just before you use the Sauna or inside the Sauna as you could become nauseated.

Please bring a clean towel to sit on inside the Sauna. This helps to keep the Sauna clean and protect the benches from body oils.

Avoid using creams and lotions prior to using the Sauna. These can clog up your pores and prevent your skin from breathing and sweating efficiently.

After leaving the Sauna, take time to cool down in the cooler air or the open water. Alternate between the hot and cold to get the most out of a sauna experience. All persons using the open water as a ‘cold plunge’ or the water tank as a ‘cold plunge’ do so at their own risk.

It is recommended to rest for at least ten minutes after finishing your sauna session. Find a cool place where you can sit still. This will give your body some time to rebalance and for your heart rate to slow down.

At all times, a trained operator of Brandon Bay Sauna will be nearby for any queries and support you may need managing the heat and the water on the rocks. If anything is wrong, please inform us immediately.

Assumption of Risk and Liability Waiver

In consideration of being permitted to use Brandon Bay Sauna facilities, located at ANY LOCATION WHEREBY THIS SAUNA OPERATES, you the user hereby execute this Assumption of Risk and Liability Waiver Form (the ‘Waiver’) upon making your appointment either online or in person on behalf of yourself and all other individuals included in your sauna appointment. This Waiver covers the entirety of your period of use of the Sauna pursuant to the associated booking agreement with Brandon Bay Sauna (the ‘Owner’).

For the purposes of this Waiver the “Owner Related Parties” refers to the Owner’s management, employees, subcontractors, agents and representatives, volunteers, sponsors, insurance carrier or equipment suppliers.

This Waiver relates to use of the “Sauna” being the allotted 30 or 60 minutes use period and other related facilities including without limitation, the parking lot, entrances to including steps, deck area, plunge pool situated within the immediate vicinity of the Sauna and does not relate to any space outside of the immediate vicinity of the Sauna facilities as cordoned off.

Risk Factors

I understand and acknowledge on behalf of myself and, if applicable, each other user I have booked on behalf of, that use of the Sauna involves risks including, but not limited to the risk of property damage, bodily injury and possibly death.

These risks may result from a variety of circumstances including, but not limited to;

Use or misuse of the Sauna;
Actions of myself and/or others, including without limitation actions of the Owner or any Owner Related Party;
Lack of supervision of the Sauna by trained personnel or otherwise;
Unavailability of emergency care.

Acknowledgement of Sauna Rules & Regulations

I acknowledge, warrant and confirm on behalf of myself and, if applicable, each other user I have booked on behalf of, as follows:

This Sauna is not supervised inside the Sauna by the Owner, its employees or by any Owner related parties
I have read and agree to comply with all of the Sauna Rules & Regulations and understand that the safe and proper use of the Sauna is dependent upon strict compliance with the Sauna’s Rules & Regulations.
I have no health problems whatsoever which preclude me from using the Sauna.
I have the requisite skill, qualification, physical ability and training necessary to properly and safely use the Sauna, should I have any questions as to what skill, qualification, or training necessary to properly and safely use the Sauna, then I shall direct such questions to my physician and or the appropriate individuals.
I understand that the Owner reserves the right to revoke or terminate my authorization to use the Sauna for any violation of this Waiver, or the Sauna Rules & Regulations.

Assumption of Risk

I am electing to use the Sauna of my own free will and confirm that my decision to use the Sauna and to execute this Waiver is entirely voluntary, I, and if applicable, each other user I have booked on behalf of, assume full responsibility for all risks that may arise out of or result from, directly or indirectly, my use of the Sauna, including, but not limited to the risks described in Section 1 above. Excepted from this section are any injuries caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the Owner or any Owner Related Party.

Payment for Damages

I agree to pay for any and all damages to any property belonging to the Owner or any Owner Related Party caused by me and/ or any other user I have booked on behalf of negligently, willfully or otherwise.

Insurance

I, and any other user I have booked on behalf of, understand that we are each solely responsible for any medical, health or personal injury costs relating to each of our use of the Sauna, respectively. I, and any other user I have booked on behalf of, understand that we are each strongly encouraged to have a medical physical examination prior to the use of the Sauna.

Jurisdiction

This Waiver and any disputes arising therefrom shall be governed by the laws of Ireland.

Release Waiver and Indemnity

I, my spouse (if any), heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, hereby release, waive, discharge hold harmless covenant not to sue the Owner nor any of the Owner related parties for any and all claims, liabilities, judgements, costs and expenses related to such claims, for any property damage, property loss or theft, personal injury or illness, death or other loss arising from or relating to my use of the Sauna, I also agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Owner and Owner related Parties from and against any claims, including, without limitation, claims made by other Sauna users, employees, rescuers or any other person, arising from or related to my own acts or omissions in connection with my use of the Sauna. I hereby further waive any protections afforded by law in respect of any claims arising from my use of the Sauna, including unknown future claims.

Severability

If any provision or part-provision of this Waiver is or becomes invalid, illegal or unenforceable, it shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal and enforceable. If such modification is not possible, the relevant provisions or part-provision shall be deemed deleted.

It is the express intention of the parties that any modification to or deletion of a provision or part-provision under this clause shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the rest of this Waiver.

Merger

This waiver together with the terms of the Sauna Rules and Regulations as provided to the Sauna User set forth the entire agreement between parties with respect to the use of the Sauna. There have been no additional oral or written representations or agreements of or with the Owner or any Owner related Party on which I have relied in entering into this Assumption and Waiver.

By making an appointment and using the Sauna you confirm that you have read and fully understand the Sauna rules, benefits, risks & tips, this Waiver and understand that it relates to the surrendering and releasing of your legal rights. Upon such you agree to this Waiver freely and voluntarily, with the full intent of releasing the Owner and Owner Related Parties from liability for injury or loss due to the inherent risks of your use of the Sauna.

Rescheduling & Cancellations Policy

To cancel or reschedule, please amend your booking following your confirmation email link. Cancellation timeframes for rescheduling or refunds are as follows:

· 24 hrs notice or more: rescheduling accommodated

· Less than 24 hrs/No Shows: no refund

Our cancellation policy for our events may differ from the above. Please check the event cancellation policy in the booking info.

If due to unforeseeable circumstances we need to cancel your session, you will be notified by email and will receive a full refund or credit. We reserve the right to make changes to the schedule at short notice.

Privacy Policy

Our website is hosted by Squarespace and we use the services of Sqaure that allows us to accept payments online via our website and Instagram for the services we provide to you. Payment; if you choose a direct payment gateway to complete your purchase via our website or Instagram then Sqaure will store your payment data. It is encrypted through the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI - DSS). Your purchase transaction data is stored only as long as is necessary to complete your transaction. After that your purchase transaction information is deleted. Sqaure does not share your payment details with us other than transaction amount and reference number and your contact details as required to identify you for your booking purposes. We will only contact you via email if you have opted into our emails or in relation to your order. Please refer to the respective websites of Squarespace, Square for further details of their Terms of Service or Privacy Statement.

Our Website may contain hyperlinks to third party websites. These third party websites operate independently from us, and we cannot accept any responsibility or liability for the privacy practices of such third parties nor the availability of these external sites or resources. The appearance of such links on our Website is not an endorsement. Should you use any of these websites, such use is at your own risk and we would advise that you review their respective privacy policies.

If you are booking on the behalf of others, you will share the T&Cs with each person before your session and all members of your group have read or been made aware and agree to the terms and conditions of using Brandon Bay Sauna.