Sauna Science + Master Training — Durham

Ever wonder how much water to put on the oven? What physiological changes does your body make when exposed to high temperatures? How long is too long in the sauna? 

We are proud to announce the first-ever American Sauna Science + Master Training, presented in partnership with the Deutsche Sauna Akademie and led by renowned sauna experts Dr. Karsten Gröning and Nate Daubert. For the first time, U.S. participants will have the opportunity to experience authentic, professional sauna science and master training.

Dr. Gröning, a leader in sauna education and wellness innovation from Germany, brings decades of expertise as the director of the Deutsche Sauna Akademie. His unique approach combines tradition, science, and creativity, empowering wellness and health professionals to elevate the sauna results and safety for their guests. This training will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and certification to bring world-class sauna experiences and knowledge to your clients and community.

We are offering two versions of the course:

1. A 2-day lecture series on Sauna Science that includes a ~400 page textbook 
2. A 4-day Sauna Science + Master Training includes textbook and Aufguss towel.

Participants must be at least 18 years old

Itinerary

Sept 15 | 9am-5pm

Sauna Science Part 1 @ American Underground 
Catered Breakfast and Lunch

Sept 16 | 9am-5pm

Sauna Science Part 2 @ American Underground 
Catered Breakfast and Lunch

Sept 17 | 9am-8pm

How to respond to health incidents @ Sauna House
Catered Breakfast and Lunch, Dinner Out

Sept 18 | 9am-5pm

Aufguss essential training @ Sauna House
Catered Breakfast and Lunch
Written and practical exam to receive completion certificate.

Locations

American Underground

201 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701
On September 15th and 16th we will be in hosting two days of sauna science lectures at American Underground, a co-working space in downtown Durham. 

Sauna House

326 W Geer St, Durham, NC 27701
On September 17th and 18th we will be at Sauna House learning how to respond to health incidents and Aufguss essential training.

Durham Hotel

315 E Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701

Hotel is not included in the price, but we have partnered with the Durham hotel, a mid-century modern boutique hotel to provide a room at a discounted rate. If you are interested in staying at the group hotel, please note that in checkout and we will forward you booking information.