How Often Should You Use an Infrared Sauna?

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There's no single frequency that works for everyone. For general relaxation, once a week is a common starting point. For training recovery, some athletes go up to twice a week during heavy blocks. What matters more than any fixed number is building a routine that fits your schedule and how your body responds.

Where infrared sauna fits into a recovery routine

"How often" isn't really one question, it's a few different ones depending on why you're using the sauna in the first place. Someone booking a session purely to unwind has a very different rhythm to someone using it as part of a training recovery routine. Both are completely valid, they just look different week to week.

If you're using it for general relaxation

For most guests at Tally Floathouse, a weekly session is a comfortable rhythm. It's often enough to feel a rhythm build over time, without needing to think too hard about scheduling it around anything else. Some guests prefer fortnightly, and that works just as well, it comes down to what fits your week and your budget.

If you're using it for training recovery

Athletes and regular trainers often use infrared sauna more frequently during heavy training blocks, sometimes twice a week, tapering back during lighter periods. If this is your main reason for going, our infrared sauna for muscle recovery guide goes into more detail on timing it around training.

If you're new to infrared sauna

If you've never used one before, there's no need to commit to a set frequency right away. A good approach is to start with one session, see how your body responds over the following day or two, then decide whether weekly, fortnightly, or something more occasional feels right.

If you're also deciding how long each session should run, our guide to infrared sauna session length covers that side of things.

Signs you might be doing too much

More isn't automatically better. If you're finding sessions leave you feeling drained rather than relaxed, or you're noticing ongoing fatigue rather than the usual post-session ease, it's worth spacing sessions out a little more. Rest days between sessions are a normal part of a sustainable routine, not something to push through.

How frequency fits with pricing

If you're settling into a regular routine, our packages and membership are built around exactly that.

Option	Best For
Single session ($45 / $70)	Occasional visits, no fixed routine
3, 5, or 10 packs	A regular weekly or fortnightly habit
Wellness Membership ($12/month)	Frequent, ongoing use with discounted rates

Full pricing details are on our pricing page.

Frequently asked questions

Can you use an infrared sauna every day?

Daily use isn't necessary for most people, and for many, a few sessions a week is plenty to feel the benefit. If you're considering very frequent use, it's worth easing into it and paying attention to how your body responds rather than committing to daily sessions right away.

Is once a week enough to notice a difference?

For most guests using infrared sauna for general relaxation, yes, a weekly session is a common and effective rhythm.

Do I need rest days between sessions?

It's a good idea, particularly if you're new to infrared sauna or increasing your frequency. Spacing sessions out gives your body time to properly recover between visits.

Does frequency change based on the season?

Some guests use infrared sauna more often through the cooler months and less in summer, though this is entirely personal preference rather than a rule.

What's the best way to start if I'm new to infrared sauna?

Start with a single session and see how you feel over the next day or two before deciding on a regular frequency. There's no need to lock in a routine before you've tried it.

Ready to find your rhythm? Book an infrared sauna session at our Yarraville studio, 6/157 Hyde Street (entry via Hall Street).