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An open float pod with warm light in the still salt water

Oslo's first float centre, since 2015

One hour of nothing at all.

No sound. No light. No gravity. Just you, at Uranienborg.

Book a float How the hour works

What floating is

The body lets go. Then the mind follows.

A person floating on their back in dark salt water, seen from above

Weightless

The water holds so much Epsom salt that you float without doing anything. Your neck, back and shoulders get a break from gravity for the first time in a long while.

Close-up of Epsom salt crystals

Silent

The tank shuts out sound, light and temperature. With nothing to process, the brain settles into the same rhythm it has just before sleep.

Your own room

Every tank sits in a private room with its own shower. You choose music, a starry sky, or complete darkness.

The lounge at Floating Oslo with tea and soft light
The lounge. Where you land afterwards, with a cup of tea.

Your hour, minute by minute

You don't need to know anything. We walk you through it.

  1. 0 min

    You arrive and get a short introduction

    Come ten minutes early. We show you the room, the tank and the buttons. Ask anything you like. Otherwise we leave you in peace.

  2. 10 min

    Shower and earplugs

    You shower off the day in your own room. The earplugs are waiting. Then you close the tank door behind you.

  3. 20 min

    The light fades. The hour begins.

    For the first few minutes the body looks for something to hold on to. Then it gives up. After a quarter of an hour it's hard to say where the water ends and you begin.

  4. 75 min

    The light returns, slowly

    Soft music and a faint glow bring you back up. No sudden wake-up, nobody knocking.

  5. 90 min

    Tea in the lounge

    Shower, dry your hair, and sit down with a cup of tea. Most people stay a little longer than they planned.

Prices

Floating, massage and courses

Drop-in floats are booked online in advance, so you know the tank is yours when you arrive. First time? The intro offer gives you three floats for the price of two.

Floating

Drop-in float60 minutes in the tank. Booked in advance. 850 kr 3 × float, introductionThree for two. Personal, valid for two months from your first float. 1,700 kr 10 × float, punch cardPersonal. Valid for one year from purchase. 5,500 kr

Massage and courses

Float and massage60 minutes floating, then 50 minutes of massage. 2,200 kr Massage, 50 minClassic or deep tissue. 1,450 kr Massage, 90 minFor those who need a little longer. 2,100 kr Meditation courseSmall groups. Dates on booking. 2,700 kr
The massage room with a table and soft light
The massage room
The meditation room with cushions on the floor
The meditation room

Membership

Floating works best when it becomes a habit.

Drag the slider and we'll work out which membership pays off for you.

2 floats

Without a membership one float costs 850 kr. With Devoted you pay 425 kr per float.

Patron

99 kr per month

For the occasional float.

  • Floats at 599 kr instead of 850
  • Bring a friend and pay 899 kr in total
  • Cancel whenever you like

Your monthly cost 1,297 kr

Choose Patron

Devoted

499 kr per month

For those who float regularly.

  • One float included every month
  • Extra floats for 350 kr
  • Bring a friend for 399 kr

Your monthly cost 849 kr

Choose Devoted

Guru

2,300 kr per month

For those who want to float freely.

  • Unlimited floating
  • Bring a friend for 450 kr
  • Priority booking

Your monthly cost 2,300 kr

Choose Guru

Memberships are paid monthly by direct debit and can be cancelled at any time. Terms and conditions apply.

The family behind Floating Oslo outside the entrance at Uranienborg, with Frankie the dog

About us

Hello, we're the float family.

We tried floating for the first time on holiday in Barcelona, and decided there and then to bring it home to Oslo. In the summer of 2015 we opened our doors at Uranienborg as the city's first float centre.

Like many people we've had our ups and downs with mental health. For us meditation was the key, and the tank was the easiest way into it. We believe floating has something to offer everyone, and we look forward to hosting you on your first float.

Carl, Josefine, Lennon, Alabama and Frankie the float dog

Two hands around a cup of tea in the lounge

Gift cards

Give away an hour that contains nothing.

The gift card is sent by email right after purchase, and works for floating, massage and courses.

Buy a gift card

Frequently asked

What people wonder before their first float

Can't find your answer? Send us an email. We usually reply the same day.

Is there anything I should do to prepare?

Avoid caffeine for a few hours beforehand, so you're not lying there with the jitters. Don't shave or wax in the last 8 to 12 hours, the salt water can sting freshly shaved skin. A light meal an hour or so before keeps your stomach quiet. Beyond that, no preparation is needed.

Can I float if I'm pregnant?

Pregnant women love floating. There's even a special position that takes all the weight of the baby off your body. If you're in your third trimester, or have any concerns, talk to your doctor before booking.

What if I fall asleep?

Then you sleep well. The water is shallow and the buoyancy so strong that you lie stable on your back. If you turn over, the salt water in your face wakes you immediately, and the light and music bring you up when the hour is over.

Can I float if I'm menstruating?

Yes. Just follow the same routine you would for a swimming pool.

I just dyed my hair. Is that OK?

Wait until the water runs completely clear when you shower at home. If colour still comes out, wait another couple of days. Strong dyes damage the tank and the salt solution, so in that case we unfortunately can't let you float.

Is the tank cramped?

No. Our tanks are spacious, and you can open the door at any time. If you'd like a little light, switch on the starry sky. Many people leave the door ajar the first time.

The facade at Uranienborgveien at dusk, with light in the window

Find us

Uranienborgveien 25, by Uranienborg church

Open
Monday to Thursday 09:30 to 21:30
Friday and Saturday 09:30 to 20:30
Getting here
The tram stops at Uranienborgveien. Ten minutes on foot from Majorstuen.
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