Float Therapy · Johnson City, TN
Finally. 60 minutes
where your body gets to
stop fighting itself.
Float therapy at Heal U isn’t a spa treatment. It’s a science-backed nervous system reset — built for women who are exhausted, in pain, and done settling for surface-level care.
“I didn’t know what to expect — and it was beyond my wildest expectations. I was a little hesitant about the float, but loved it. I feel better already.”
A.S. · 60 Min Float + Massage — First Visit
You’re not imagining it
You’ve tried everything.
And you’re still exhausted.
The medications. The stretches. The supplements, the sleep hygiene, the other massages. Maybe you’ve been told it’s just stress — or that you need to rest more, as if that’s something you haven’t already tried a hundred times.
But the tension stays. The exhaustion stays. The pain stays. And underneath all of it is this quiet, persistent feeling that your body is working against you instead of with you.
You don’t need another band-aid. You need your nervous system to actually get quiet — long enough for your body to remember what it feels like to let go.
That’s exactly what floating does.
What floating actually does
People come in holding everything together.
They leave wondering why they waited so long to give themselves this.
The anxiety you carry like a second job
The low hum that never fully stops. The mental to-do list that runs even when you’re trying to rest. The feeling of being permanently on — even when nothing urgent is happening. In the tank, your nervous system gets the one thing it almost never gets — proof that you’re safe. And it responds. The tension in your chest loosens. The thoughts slow. Something you didn’t even realize you were holding finally releases.
In a clinical trial, people with generalized anxiety who completed a float protocol saw a 37% reduction in symptoms — with more than a third reaching full remission. Results held at six-month follow-up.
Not a spa day. A nervous system intervention.
The pain you’ve learned to live around
The ache in your upper back that’s just always there. The tension headache that arrives by Wednesday. The tightness you’ve stopped mentioning because nothing has really touched it. When your body is weightless — truly weightless, for the first time maybe ever — muscles that have been guarding for months don’t know what to do except let go. Most people feel it within the first few minutes of entering the water.
A single 90-minute float produced measurable reductions in muscle tension and blood pressure — especially in people who carry stress in their body. The effect was significantly greater than passive rest alone.
Your body starts to let go before your mind catches up.
Sleep that actually feels like sleep
Not just more hours in bed. Deeper hours. The kind where you wake up and notice something is different — you feel rested in a way you’d almost forgotten was possible. People who float consistently report falling asleep faster, waking less through the night, and waking in the morning with a sense of genuine restoration. If you can’t remember the last time you felt that, one session is worth finding out why.
Floaters reported significant improvements across every sleep measure tracked — that same night. Deeper sleep, fewer awakenings, and a renewed sense of energy the following morning.
One float. Better sleep that night.
Your first float
No experience needed, no right way to do it — just show up.
Here’s exactly what happens from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave — so nothing feels unfamiliar.
You arrive early & settle in
We ask first-time floaters to arrive 15–30 minutes before their session. Not to fill out forms — to actually unwind. You’re greeted by our concierge, offered tea, and given space to decompress before you ever step near the tank. Most people feel their shoulders start to drop before they’ve even reached their suite.
Arriving already a little quieter makes the float deeper.
We walk you through everything
We’ll show you how the tank works, answer any questions, and make sure you feel completely comfortable before we leave you to it. First time? We’ll take as long as you need.
You float
Ten inches of skin-temperature water, 1,000 lbs of Epsom salt, and complete weightlessness. Lights on or off. Music or silence. There’s nothing to do and nowhere to be. Most people feel the shift within the first ten minutes — the body softens, the thoughts slow, and something that’s been tight for a long time finally lets go.
Your session is 60, 90, or 120 minutes — entirely yours.
You come back slowly
Gentle music signals the end of your session. There’s no alarm, no rush. A warm shower, fresh water, and our lounge space are yours for as long as you need. Most people leave quieter than they arrived — in the best possible way.
Worried about claustrophobia, hygiene, or whether floating is right for you? You’re not alone — most first-timers have the same questions. We’ve answered all of them below.
Keep scrolling — the FAQ has you covered.
Real clients. Real results.
Don’t take our word for it.
Take theirs.
4.9 on Google · Johnson City, TN
I’ve had a headache that starts in my neck and goes all the way to both temples for three weeks. This seemed to have healed it. It was everything I thought it would be and so much more.
Floating always takes the aches and pains away. It is an hour of bliss for me. A lovely cup of herbal tea in a room of tranquility, then off to rejoin the rat race — albeit with a smile and a bit of zen.
Reserve your session
Choose your float.
Your nervous system will thank you.
60 minutes
The sweet spot once you know what to expect
$99
per session
90 minutes
More time, deeper quiet, bigger shift
$139
per session
120 minutes
The full reset — body, mind, and everything in between
$189
per session
All sessions include private float suite · shower & amenities · complimentary lounge access
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before your session · Prefer to call? 423-530-6556
Float membership
Float regularly.
That’s where the real shift happens.
Float Sanctuary
per month
- 1 float session per month
- 30-day session rollover
- Rate locked for 1 year
- 3-month commitment, then month-to-month
- Pause for $15/month when life gets busy
3-month minimum · cancel anytime after · pause for $15/month
Before you book
Your questions,
answered honestly.
Most first-timers have the same questions. Here’s everything you need to know before you get in the water.
You are always in complete control. The door is never locked — you can open it with a single finger at any time. You can leave it fully open, partially open, or closed — entirely your choice. The lights inside are also yours to control. Many clients who consider themselves claustrophobic have floated without any issue at all, simply because they knew the exit was always there. The tank doesn’t trap you. It holds you. If you’re nervous about the size or feel of the space, come see it before you book — we’re happy to show you the tank room with no pressure and no commitment. Call us at 423-530-6556 and we’ll set it up.
Extremely. Between every single session, the entire volume of water passes through a 1-micron filtration system — finer than most municipal water standards — combined with UV light sanitation and hydrogen peroxide treatment. The 1,000 lbs of pharmaceutical-grade Epsom salt also creates an environment where bacteria simply cannot survive. You are required to shower before entering the tank, and every surface in the room is sanitized between guests. The water is cleaner than most swimming pools.
No — and this is physics, not just reassurance. The salt concentration creates a density of roughly 1.28 g/cm³, which means your body is physically incapable of sinking. You float like a cork. Even completely relaxed, even asleep, you remain face-up on the surface. The water is also only 10 inches deep. Falling asleep in the tank is actually quite common — and most people report it’s some of the best sleep they’ve had.
You’re in a completely private suite — no one else is in the room with you. Most people choose to float without a swimsuit because the feeling of fabric against your skin can be distracting, and the whole point is to remove sensory input. That said, a swimsuit is completely fine if you’re more comfortable that way. There’s no wrong answer. Whatever helps you relax is the right choice.
It stings — we won’t pretend otherwise. But it’s easy to avoid and easy to fix. A fresh water spray bottle and a dry towel are inside the tank, within reach at all times. If you get salt in your eyes, a quick rinse takes care of it immediately. Most people avoid it entirely by keeping their hands away from their face until they’ve rinsed them in the spray bottle first. After your first float, it becomes second nature.
Please don’t shave right before your session. The salt concentration is high enough that fresh shaving cuts — even ones you can’t see — will sting noticeably. We recommend waiting at least 24 hours after shaving before you float. If you do have a small nick, we have Vaseline at the front desk you can dab on beforehand to protect it. Same goes for any other small cuts or abrasions.
Please wait at least 14 days after coloring, highlighting, or chemically treating your hair before floating. The salt concentration is intense enough to strip fresh color and could damage a new treatment. A simple test: if you run water over your hair and it runs clear, you’re good to go. If any color is still coming out, give it a few more days. This protects both your hair and our water. Same rule applies to spray tans — wait 14 days.
Absolutely — and we want to make sure your hair is protected. If you have dreadlocks: you can float with locs,
and we recommend wearing a waterproof cap to keep
them dry. The salt water can cause significant drying and may loosen
new or recently maintained locs over time. We have caps available
at the front desk at no charge — just ask when you arrive.
If you have natural hair: the salt solution can be
very drying to natural curl patterns. We recommend wearing a waterproof cap during your session. After your float,
we provide an apple cider vinegar rinse to help
restore moisture and balance after salt water exposure. If you have
a specific product you’d like to use, give us a call at 423-530-6556 and we’ll be happy to talk through it with you before your visit.
Nothing. We provide everything — towels, earplugs, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and a hair dryer. Just bring yourself. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before your session and bring your glasses or a case.
This is the most common first-timer experience — and it’s completely normal. The first 20 minutes are for settling in. Your brain is used to constant input, and it takes a little time to stop searching for stimulation that isn’t there. Most people find that somewhere around the 20-minute mark, something shifts — the thoughts slow, the body gets heavy in the best possible way, and the float begins. You don’t have to try to relax. The tank does that for you. Just let yourself be in there.
Still have a question? Call us at 423-530-6556 — we’re happy to talk you through it.
You’ve read enough
Your nervous system has been
waiting for this.
Give it 60 minutes.
No experience needed. No right way to do it.
Just show up — we’ll handle the rest.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before your session.
Prefer to talk first? Call us at 423-530-6556 — we’re happy to answer any questions.