+ What is AIKA?

AIKA is a sanctuary in the forest to escape, slow down, and find your balance.

Our goal is to help inspire you in your personal health and wellness journey by providing an opportunity to connect with self, with others, and with nature in a pristine wilderness environment.

AIKA is a Finnish word that means ‘spending time’. We chose to name our brand AIKA to honour the deep roots of traditional Nordic sauna culture and represent our core values of Time, Quality, and Well-Being.

Time is our most valuable resource. The time is now to put our well-being at the forefront.

+ What is the AIKA Cycle?

The AIKA Cycle is a wellness ritual based on the ancient practice of hot & cold therapy.

There are four components of The AIKA Cycle:

Hot. Cold. Rest. Repeat.

Throughout the AIKA Cycle, we focus on breathe, mindfulness, hydration, great food, tea, and meaningful conversation, resulting in an experience that reinvigorates our mind and body leaving us happier, stronger, and healthier.

Each repetition is approximately 45 minutes in length depending on individual preference and experience with hot & cold therapy.

Guests experience 3 repetitions of the AIKA Cycle during a 90 minute private bookings, 4-5 repetitions during a 3 hour private booking, and 6 repetitions during a 6 hour private booking

Scientific research suggests that maximum health benefits are derived from 4-6 repetitions for most people.

+ How should I prepare for my AIKA Cycle?

• Dress for the elements
• Please bring a water vessel, sandals, and bathing suit
• Arrive with your bathing suit on underneath warm comfy clothes
• Embrace the elements
• Hydrate with water
• Move slowly and with intention
• Follow the AIKA cycle methodology
• Check in with yourself and others
• Never mix alcohol with hot and cold

Please also fill out our guest intake and liability waiver in advance of arrival.

+ What should I bring?

Please bring a swimsuit, sandals, and a water vessel. Arrive with your bathing suit on underneath warm comfy clothes

+ Is AIKA subject to seasonal fire bans?

Due to our recent move outside of the District of Squamish, AIKA is not subject to the municipal level ban on saunas implemented by the DOS on May 16. At AIKA we follow the BC provincial regulations for the upcoming fire season. In summary, the healing heat we provide is available for you enjoy year round.

+ What should I not bring?

We aspire to keep the space clean and sacred for everyone to enjoy so please also refrain from applying creams, lotions, or other substances to your skin before your AIKA Cycle begins.

We also recommend removing jewelry such as earrings and necklaces because they can become very hot in the sauna. Rings do not need to be removed.

+ Where can I find your liability Waiver?

We ask that our guests complete the AIKA Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks, and Indemnithy Agremeent [here][5] prior to their AIKA cycle beginning. It can be filled out ahead of time online or upon arrival.

+ Will you accept a deposit to secure a booking in advance?

To secure a booking more than 14 days in advance we request a 30% non-refundable retainer with the balance due 14 days out. In order to facilitate these requests please contact us via email at hello@aikaspa.ca.

+ Do you accept Cash?

We accept all forms of legal tender in Canada and also Bitcoin. To make your booking and pay with cash on the day please reach out to us via email hello@aikaspa.ca and we would be happy to coordinate your AIKA experience for you. We will take a credit card to hold the booking and to protect against no shows.

+ What is your cancellation or reschedule policy?

All sales are final. We offer the opportunity to reschedule in advance of 14 days from your booking. We are focused entirely on providing the best possible experience for our guests when they arrive and as such there are no exceptions made to this policy.

+ What is the AIKA Shop

The AIKA shop has been curated for the wellness seekers in our community to bring home the ground energy of time spent in nature. We offer a hand poured all natural candle, essential oil blend, and aromatic spray featuring our namesake AIKA scent. We also offer a beautiful 100% cashmere AIKA toque, and a collection of AIKA 'Wellness Seeker' products. All of our products are availalbe online or at AIKA and we ship nation wide.

+ I have more questions, how do I get in touch?

Please feel free to send us a message and we'd be happy to help.