TERMS AND CONDITIONS (Waiver)

General Use

• All persons using the sauna do so at their own risk.

• Age restrictions: 16+ only.

• Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

• If you have any reservations about using the sauna (e.g. medical conditions, underlying health issues, use of prescription drugs, or pregnancy), you must consult your GP before booking.

Medical Guidance

• Prescription medication: Some medications (e.g. diuretics, barbiturates, beta-blockers) may impair heat regulation. Over-the-counter drugs, such as antihistamines, may increase the risk of heat stroke. Seek advice from your GP or pharmacist before use.

• Pregnancy: Pregnant women should consult their GP before using the sauna.

• Cardiovascular conditions: Those with hypertension, hypotension, coronary circulation issues, congestive heart failure, or on blood pressure medication should exercise extreme caution. If you have a pacemaker or defibrillator, please consult your GP.

• Heart and arterial conditions: If you’ve had a heart attack within the last 6 months, or suffer from severe arterial disease, please seek medical advice before using the sauna.

• Joint injuries: Recent joint injuries should not be heated for the first 48 hours. Chronically hot/swollen joints may respond poorly to heating.

• Implants: Metal pins, rods, artificial joints, and implants are not usually affected by sauna heat, but discontinue use immediately if you feel pain near an implant.

• Heat sensitivity: Individuals with reduced sensitivity to heat must seek medical advice before use.

Personal Belongings

• Personal items left outside the sauna are left at your own risk.

• We accept no responsibility for lost or stolen items.

• Dry bags and buckets are provided for clothes, but we recommend leaving valuables at home.

• Sauna at the Kings takes no responsibility for damage or loss of customers’ property.

Sea Use

• Using the sea at Cullen as a “cold plunge” is entirely at your own risk.

• You are responsible for ensuring you are a capable swimmer and can handle cold-water exposure and natural water hazards.

• Please note: your booking is for the sauna only, not the sea.

Group Bookings

• If booking on behalf of a group, it is your responsibility to ensure all participants are aware of these terms and conditions and practice safe sauna use.

Safety & Conduct

• We reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone intoxicated or considered a health and safety risk.

• Remove shoes/sandals/flip-flops before entering — barefoot entry only.

• Always use the stairs/ramp safely.

• Keep access points clear for safe and quick exits.

• Remove all metal/jewellery before entering to avoid burns.

• Sit on a clean towel inside the sauna.

• Recommended sauna time: 5–15 minutes per round. Always listen to your body and cool off outside between sessions.

• Do not touch the stove or rocks — your sauna host will manage these. If you’d like steam, please ask.

• Alcohol, nudity, and smoking are not permitted inside the sauna.

• Only the sauna host is permitted to tend the stove or add water to the rocks.

• Sauna staff will conduct regular welfare checks for safety.

Emergencies

• All sauna staff are First Aid trained, with a first aid kit and burns treatment on site.

• In an emergency, if staff are not immediately visible:

• Pull the rape alarm attached to the fire blanket in the sauna porch, or

• Call the Sauna at the Kings phone number (clearly displayed on site).

• A staff member will always be nearby.

• Muster point in emergencies: by the green shed.