Join artist, movement practitioner and sauna host Simone Lore for a guided sauna experience designed to support, reflect, and rest as artists together. As the seasons begin to change and the metaphorical harvest is brought in, lets make space to reflect and frame any intentions for this coming autumn. Bringing the steam of the sauna, natural body treatments, guided reflection and somatic work, this session offers a space for rest and gently focus self and community.
Simone is exploring ideas of the sauna as a context and space for intimate performance and creative gathering. These sessions with Take Me Somewhere are supporting Simone’s development of sauna centred performance making currently under development.
Please note: While saunas are generally safe for most healthy adults, primary risks include dehydration, drops in blood pressure and heat exhaustion. If you are unsure please seek medical advice. Please review and accept Glasgow Community Sauna’s Health and Safety Waiver as part of the booking process.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE SESSION AND WHAT TO EXPECT:
- 10 mins introduction and gathering. Simone will lead a small introduction and gentle embodiment invitation to arrive together.
- 60 mins Sauna experience (this includes breaks and times for cooling. Please note leaving the sauna at anytime to cool down is also very welcome and encouraged- please listen to your own bodies needs!)
- 20 mins time to close, get dress and enjoy refreshments
- Please bring a towel to sit on and a towel to dry yourself afterwards, flipflops/sliders for feet when walking around the site.
- A bottle for drinking water
- Swimwear or cotton based shorts/vest for wearing in the sauna (this is not a naked session) Please read the Glasgow Community Sauna’s further information on what to wear and bring and general sauna etiquette.
- Please let us know if you have any allergens we should be aware of, this should include essential oils used in the sauna, birch and oak whisks as well as food and drink.
About the facilitator
Simone Lore (also known as Simone Kenyon) is a UK-based artist, movement practitioner and sauna host. They creates works that encompass dance and somatic practices, environment, ecology, walking arts, participatory events and workshops within a multitude of creative and community contexts.
Their practice explores embodiment and place-relational performance making, paying attention to somatic and sensory perceptions of environments. Simone has many years of experience in dance and movement practice and is a qualified Feldenkrais practitioner and meditation teacher.Over the past 6 years they have undertaken Sauna Master training (levels 1+2 and advanced whisking/plants) with the International Bath Academy based in Lithuania and work at their local sauna in Edinburgh.
About Take A Breath
Take A Breath are a series of wellbeing sessions delivered by Take Me Somewhere as part of our Studio Somewhere programme. Take a Breath is an opportunity for pause, generosity and community cohesion, where artists can come together in experiences that centre their wellbeing and sit outside of the creation process.
Access Notes
You can find Glasgow Community Sauna’s Accessibility information here.
If you have access requirements or questions about the session, please contact studio@takemesomewhere.co.uk
Glasgow Community Sauna CIC Health Waiver and Terms of Use (READ BEFORE BOOKING)
1. Introduction This document outlines the terms of use, health waiver, and safety responsibilities associated with the use of Glasgow Community Sauna CIC facilities. By signing this agreement, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with all safety guidance, etiquette rules, and health considerations outlined herein. Use of the sauna and associated facilities (including cold plunge, showers, or wild swimming) is undertaken entirely at your own risk.
2. Health and Medical Acknowledgement Using a sauna is an enjoyable and beneficial activity; however, as with all heat and cold exposure, there are inherent risks. It is your responsibility to consult your General Practitioner (GP) or qualified medical professional before use if you have any doubt regarding your health or suitability to use the sauna. You must seek medical advice before participating if you: Are pregnant Have heart disease, circulatory problems, or have suffered a heart attack or stroke Have high or low blood pressure Have diabetes Have epilepsy or seizure disorders Have asthma or other respiratory conditions Have infectious diseases, skin conditions, sores, or open wounds Take medication that may affect heart rate, blood pressure, perspiration, or alertness (e.g. antihistamines, tranquillisers, stimulants, vasodilators) Suffer from migraines, dizziness, or conditions affecting thermoregulation Have consumed a heavy meal within 90 minutes of use Are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
3. Assumption of Risk and Responsibility You acknowledge that sauna use involves exposure to high temperatures, cold environments, slippery surfaces, and steam or water, all of which carry inherent risks including but not limited to: Burns or scalds from hot surfaces or steam Slips, trips, and falls Overheating, dehydration, or fainting Reactions to extreme temperature change Contact with other users Exposure to airborne illness or contaminants You agree to take full responsibility for your own health, safety, and behaviour during your use of the sauna. Glasgow Community Sauna CIC and its staff are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage to persons or property, except where caused by conduct constituting more than ordinary negligence under UK law.
4. Personal Conduct and Safety Users must conduct themselves respectfully and follow all staff instructions. Inappropriate or unsafe behaviour will result in immediate removal without refund. Enter and exit the sauna carefully and remove shoes before entry. Always sit on a towel when using benches. Stay in the sauna for no longer than 15–20 minutes per session. Hydrate before and after each session. Refrain from using essential oils without staff approval. Remove hanging jewellery to prevent burns. Only wear appropriate swimwear – nudity is not permitted. Avoid alcohol, smoking, or drug use in or around the sauna. 5. Children and Supervision Children under four (4) years of age are not permitted to use the sauna. Children aged 4–16 years must be supervised by a responsible adult family member or guardian at all times. For minors using the sauna, the supervising adult must sign this waiver acknowledging full responsibility.Please get in touch with info@glasgowcommunitysauna.co.uk to fill out a form in advance of booking.
6. Sauna Equipment and Operation The sauna is wood-fired and will reach high temperatures. Do not touch the stove, stove door, flue chimney, sauna rocks, or fire guards. Only pour water onto sauna stones as instructed, starting from the side furthest away to avoid scalding.
7. Group Bookings and Responsibility The person making a group booking is responsible for ensuring all participants have read, understood, and agreed to these terms prior to use. Group leaders must brief all users on safe sauna practices and behaviour expectations.
8. Wild Swimming and Cold Plunge Use Cold immersion is entirely at your own risk. Users must enter the water gradually, avoid hyperventilation or breath-holding challenges.
9. Admission and Right to Refuse Entry Glasgow Community Sauna CIC reserves the right to refuse admission or remove any person deemed to pose a risk to themselves or others. Refunds will not be issued in cases of refusal or removal due to breach of this policy.