04/07/2026
Our Finnish sauna is where the traditional Nordic experience truly begins: dry, steady heat that helps your body soften, your muscles unwind, and your mind finally quiet down.
What the Finnish sauna does for you:
• Eases muscle and joint tension with deep, penetrating heat
• Supports circulation, gently increasing heart rate in a safe, controlled way
• Encourages a cleansing sweat, helping your body release built-up tension from long days and desk time
• Promotes a sense of mental clarity and calm, as warmth signals the nervous system to relax
How to use it as a ritual:
1.) Rinse or shower first, a quick warm rinse prepares your body and feels more refreshing.
2.) Enter the Finnish sauna for about 8–12 minutes (or less if you’re new). Focus on slow breathing and letting your shoulders drop.
3.) When you’re ready, step out and cool down with a cold plunge, cool shower, or simply fresh air to bring your system gently back.
4.) Rest: spend a few minutes on a heated water bed, in the Yurt or Timber Haven, or in a quiet relaxation space, allowing your body to integrate the benefits.
5.) Repeat the hot–cold–relax cycle as it feels good for you.
The Finnish sauna is simple, timeless, and incredibly effective: just wood, heat, and time for yourself.
Hot. Cold. Relax. Repeat. Begin your ritual in the classic Finnish sauna at Terra Nova Nordic Spa & Café.
Terra Nova Nordic Spa & Café • https://terranovanordic.ca/ • 596145 Hwy 59 N, Woodstock, ON | 226 796 9181 • spa@terranovanordic.ca
