Archimedes Banya

Archimedes Banya A modern day co-ed bath house with state-of-the-art communal bathing amenities in San Francisco
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We have created a state-of-the-art banya in which we offer services and a place to revitalize bodies and relax minds. It is a place to meet with old friends, make new ones, or have quiet time to focus on refreshing and energizing yourself. Archimedes Banya is a remarkable blend of 'past and present', where ancient traditions of Greek laconica, Turkish hammam, German thermen, Russian banya, etc combine with science and technology to create an experience like no other. Detoxing in perfectly heated rooms, plunging into an ice-cold pool, enjoying a breathtaking view on a sun-lit deck, conversing over a delicious meal - you can have it all in quintessential San Francisco style.

This Wednesday, June 25 is your midweek reset, the steamy way.6:30 PM – Breathwork with Gavin: center your mind, charge ...
06/24/2025

This Wednesday, June 25 is your midweek reset, the steamy way.

6:30 PM – Breathwork with Gavin: center your mind, charge your energy, and exhale the nonsense.
7:00 & 9:00 PM – Aromatherapy in the sauna: deep breaths, deeper vibes.
7:30 PM – Karaoke in the Café: bathrobe ballads encouraged, shame not allowed.

Whether you're here to sweat, connect, or hit those high notes, Archimedes Banya is where the real ones recharge.

Bring a friend or make one here—we’re building a community one steam session at a time.

Come for the steam, stay for the vibes.

♟️ Banya Chess Night Is Back! Ready to sweat and strategize? Join us this Thursday, 6/19 for our monthly Banya Chess Mee...
06/13/2025

♟️ Banya Chess Night Is Back!
Ready to sweat and strategize? Join us this Thursday, 6/19 for our monthly Banya Chess Meetup, where the board is hot and the vibes are steamy.

🌿 Aromatherapy sessions at 7 PM & 9 PM
♟️ Chess Meetup begins at 7:30 PM
🏆 Tournament play starts at 8 PM

All skill levels welcome, whether you’re a seasoned player or just learning the ropes.
Boards and timers provided, but feel free to bring your lucky knight or favorite set!

Come for the steam, stay for the strategy.
Let’s play.
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💗 Couples Escape in a Private Room 💗Because love deserves luxury.Treat yourselves to 2 hours of pure bliss, For $600 per...
06/12/2025

💗 Couples Escape in a Private Room 💗
Because love deserves luxury.

Treat yourselves to 2 hours of pure bliss,
For $600 per couple, this private spa experience includes:
✨ Classic Swedish Massage
✨ Full Hammam Treatment (Moroccan black soap + Kessa glove exfoliation)
✨ Steam session to open and refresh your pores
✨ Turkish tea & time to unwind
✨ A delicious brunch or dinner from our Pectorah Bar & Café
✨ Full Day Banya Access

Relax, revive, and reconnect, this is your moment.
Book your Couples Escape now and give your skin (and relationship) the glow-up it deserves.

📍 Archimedes Banya | San Francisco
💌 Limited spots available, book at Banyasf.com or call to reserve

We’re Back & Better Than Ever 🛁After a quick annual reset, Archimedes Banya reopens this Thursday at 5 PM, and we’re kic...
06/11/2025

We’re Back & Better Than Ever 🛁
After a quick annual reset, Archimedes Banya reopens this Thursday at 5 PM, and we’re kicking things off with a powerful night of healing and heat.

Boost Your Wellness: Chaga, Breathwork & Banya Experience 🌿
Join Gavin Escolar of The Chaga Company for a revitalizing evening that blends ancient ritual with modern recovery:

🔥❄️ Awaken your body with Banya heat + cold therapy
🍵 Sip immune-boosting Chaga tea
🧘‍♂️ Ground yourself with guided breathwork at 6:30 PM
🌿 Follow it up with Aromatherapy in the sauna at 7 PM

📅 Thursday, 6/12
🕔 Doors reopen at 5 PM | Experience begins at 6:30 PM

Reset. Recenter. Recharge.
Step back into the steam and into your strength..

What’s a Venik—And Why Does It Work?In traditional Russian banya culture, a venik is a bundle of leafy branches, usually...
06/07/2025

What’s a Venik—And Why Does It Work?

In traditional Russian banya culture, a venik is a bundle of leafy branches, usually oak, birch, or eucalyptus, used during sauna sessions to gently beat or brush the body. It may sound intense, but here’s why it works wonders:

The Science Behind the Steam:
Increases circulation + lymphatic drainage
The tapping motion combined with heat stimulates vasodilation (widening of blood vessels), boosting blood flow to the muscles and helping flush out toxins via the lymphatic system.

Reduces muscle tension + pain
The rhythmic movement and heat pe*******on activate the parasympathetic nervous system, releasing endorphins and easing soreness, similar to the benefits of deep tissue massage.

Aromatherapy in motion
When soaked in hot water, venik leaves release essential oils like tannins and phytoncides, which have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and calming effects on both the skin and respiratory system.

It’s not just a leafy slap, it’s a full-body therapy rooted in tradition and backed by science.

Come try it at Archimedes Banya and feel the difference.

Book at Banyasf.com

It’s Friday… time to sweat out the week and steam in the weekend.Whether you're detoxing from deadlines or just here for...
06/06/2025

It’s Friday… time to sweat out the week and steam in the weekend.

Whether you're detoxing from deadlines or just here for the glow-up, we've got your steam, soak, and sizzle ready to go.

Get your circulation flowing in the sauna
Cool down with a cold plunge
Then hit happy hour in the café from 4–6 PM for wine, beer, and snacks that pair perfectly with your post-sweat glow

Who's sweating with us tonight?

What happens to your body in the sauna? Let’s break it down. Your skin heats up, and your core body temperature rises. T...
06/05/2025

What happens to your body in the sauna? Let’s break it down.

Your skin heats up, and your core body temperature rises. This mimics a controlled fever, which helps kickstart your immune system.

Your heart rate increases by 30% or more—just like light cardio. That boosts circulation and sends more oxygen and nutrients throughout your body.

You start to sweat—A LOT. Up to a pint in 15 minutes. This supports detoxification and helps flush out heavy metals and other toxins.

Your cortisol levels drop while feel-good endorphins rise. You feel more relaxed, mentally clear, and emotionally rebalanced.

Post-sauna? Muscles recover faster, sleep gets deeper, and your nervous system gets a much-needed reset.

🔥 One session = major benefits for body, brain, and mood.

Ready to feel it for yourself?

What’s your favorite ritual: plunge first or last? Some say start cold to wake up your senses.Others swear by ending wit...
06/04/2025

What’s your favorite ritual: plunge first or last?

Some say start cold to wake up your senses.
Others swear by ending with a shock to seal in the magic.

Whichever way you dip, the contrast is where the reset lives. It boosts circulation, balances your nervous system, and leaves you feeling deeply alive.

Drop your style below 👇 Are you a “dip first, think later” or “save the splash for last” kinda person?

Archimedes Banya will be closed for annual maintenance starting Monday, June 9th and will reopen with fresh steam and go...
06/02/2025

Archimedes Banya will be closed for annual maintenance starting Monday, June 9th and will reopen with fresh steam and good vibes on Thursday, June 12th at 5:00 PM.

We’re taking a quick pause to fine-tune, refresh, and make sure everything’s running as smoothly as your post-platza glow. ✨

Thanks for your understanding—we can’t wait to welcome you back!

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Sauna sessions lower cortisol & raise your vibration. 🔥💆‍♀️✨Feeling frazzled? A good sweat might be exactly what your ne...
06/02/2025

Sauna sessions lower cortisol & raise your vibration. 🔥💆‍♀️✨

Feeling frazzled? A good sweat might be exactly what your nervous system needs.

Studies show that regular sauna use significantly reduces cortisol, the stress hormone that messes with your mood, sleep, and immune function. According to a 2018 study published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, just 15–20 minutes in a sauna can trigger a measurable drop in cortisol levels while promoting relaxation and parasympathetic nervous system activation.

And it’s not just about lowering stress, it’s about elevating your energy. Heat exposure increases endorphins and serotonin, helping you feel lighter, more grounded, and even euphoric (BMC Medicine, 2015).

So yes, your vibe really does get higher with every session.
Come reset your body and lift your spirit at Archimedes Banya.
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Real ones do Melt Away Monday. Who’s in? 💨🔥🧖‍♀️While the rest of the world powers through with caffeine and chaos, we’re...
05/26/2025

Real ones do Melt Away Monday. Who’s in? 💨🔥🧖‍♀️

While the rest of the world powers through with caffeine and chaos, we’re choosing steam, stillness, and nervous system repair.

Come detox the drama, plunge into peace, and reset your rhythm the banya way.

✨ Platza sessions
✨ Aromatherapy
✨ Hot-cold therapy that actually works

Because Mondays aren't for grinding, they’re for melting into your best self.
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Your immune system loves a sweat. 🔥🧖‍♀️💪It’s not just a vibe, it’s biology.Regular sauna sessions have been shown to inc...
05/25/2025

Your immune system loves a sweat. 🔥🧖‍♀️💪
It’s not just a vibe, it’s biology.

Regular sauna sessions have been shown to increase white blood cell production, helping your body fight off infection more efficiently. In a 2018 study published in the Journal of Human Kinetics, participants who used the sauna regularly had significantly higher counts of immune cells like lymphocytes and neutrophils after each session.

And there's more: Research out of the University of Eastern Finland found that people who used saunas 4–7 times per week had a 40% lower risk of respiratory illnesses, including colds and pneumonia (JAMA Internal Medicine, 2015).

So the next time you’re sweating it out, remember—you're not just relaxing. You’re giving your immune system a tune-up.

Come sweat smarter at Archimedes Banya.


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748 Innes Avenue
San Francisco, CA
94124

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 12am
Tuesday 6pm - 12am
Wednesday 12pm - 12am
Thursday 12pm - 12am
Friday 12pm - 12am
Saturday 10am - 12am
Sunday 10am - 12am

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We have created a state-of-the-art banya in which we offer services and a place to revitalize bodies and relax minds. It is a place to meet with old friends, make new ones, or have quiet time to focus on refreshing and energizing yourself. Archimedes Banya is a remarkable blend of 'past and present', where ancient traditions of Greek laconica, Turkish hammam, German thermen, Russian banya, etc combine with science and technology to create an experience like no other. Detoxing in perfectly heated rooms, plunging into an ice-cold pool, enjoying a breathtaking view on a sun-lit deck, conversing over a delicious meal - you can have it all in quintessential San Francisco style.