We Offer:
- PRIVATE SAUNA RESERVATIONS
- COMMUNITY SAUNA TIMES
- TRADITIONAL TREATMENTS
- PERSONAL RETREATS
- PRIVATE INTENSIVES
- EMPLOYEE WELLNESS EVENTS
- OVERNIGHT STAYS
Experience our authentic Finnish Sauna Village nestled in Northwest Montana, minutes away from Glacier National Park, and amidst some of the most untouched wilderness areas in the country.
We are the first and only therapeutic Finnish Peat Sauna in the United States. In addition to the powerfully detoxing peat treatments, we offer many traditional Finnish sauna treatments aimed at simply relaxing and rejuvenating your body, mind and spirit, as well as treatments intended to provide support for various ailments.
Our name, Sauna60º, reflects the ideal therapeutic sauna treatment temperature, 60º Celsius (140°F), and pays homage to the Tanjariitta's birthplace in Forssa, Finland, which is at 60 degrees latitude.
While many (including Finnish people) might argue that hotter is better, that is not necessarily true. While everyone has their own particular "sweet spot" for a preferred sauna temperature (which may vary from session to session), many of the traditional sauna treatments are most beneficial at slightly milder temperatures. Being in the sauna should not be an endurance test, but rather an enjoyable and relaxing experience.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF FINNISH SAUNA
Several studies show that regular sauna bathing reduces the risk of the following:
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Hypertension
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Cardiovascular disease mortality
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Sudden cardiac death
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Stroke
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Dementia
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Venous thromboembolism
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All-cause mortality
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Lung disease
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Musculoskeletal Disorders: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Fibromyalgia
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COVID-19
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Asthma
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Chronic Bronchitis
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
WHAT IS PEAT?
Peat is created through the slow accumulation of partially decayed vegetation and other organic matter, including mosses, sedges, and shrubs, that collects naturally in various wetland areas, like fens, bogs, marshes, moors, and swamps.
Most modern peat bogs started forming approximately 12,000 years ago in high latitudes after the glaciers retreated at the end of the last ice age. For this reason, most peat deposits are found at higher northern latitudes, including in Finland, whose natural climate, geography, and environment are especially ideal for peat bog formation.
Tanjariitta at her family bog at Heiluvan Suo in Forssa, Finland the day that she learned it was accepted into a conservation program along with a hundred acres of the surrounding forest.
WHY PEAT?
Peat contains potent, bioactive ingredients known for their beneficial effects on various conditions. Its fulvic acid and humic substances shield the skin from free radicals, enhance collagen production, and improve skin elasticity, making it ideal for skin, hair, and scalp treatments. Peat also promotes cell turnover, tightens pores, and exhibits mild astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, benefiting those with psoriasis, eczema, or sensitive skin.
Moreover, peat supports internal cleansing and detoxification, making it suitable for whole-body treatments like sauna sessions or peat baths. It boosts blood flow and metabolism, but due to its detoxifying effects, ample hydration is crucial during peat treatments. It's important to note that peat treatments are not recommended during pregnancy.