Ice Bath & Sauna Guides

Buying guides, research, sport recovery and notes from the founder. Everything we have learned about cold and heat, written down.

Founder’s Journal #4: Expect the Challenge

Ryan Casey on the New Era build at Junction 6: designing a bespoke commercial sauna and cold plunge system, the problems that came with it, and why the hard jobs are still the ones he enjoys most.

Ice Baths in Ireland: The Complete Guide to Cold Water Therapy

Everything you need to know about ice baths — benefits, safety, temperature, routines and buying advice from C11, Ireland's cold therapy specialists.

Ice Bath Buying Guide: Which One Should You Choose?

Comparing ice baths for home, gym or clinic use? Our buying guide breaks down size, capacity and price to help you choose the right one from C11.

DIY Ice Bath vs Cold Plunge: What Does It Really Cost?

Bags of ice vs a real cold plunge — we break down the true weekly, monthly and yearly cost of each, so you can see which actually works out cheaper.

The Beginner’s Ice Bath Routine: Your First 4 Weeks

New to ice baths? Follow our week-by-week beginner routine covering temperature, duration and frequency, so you build a habit that actually sticks.

Is an Ice Bath Safe? What to Know Before You Start

Thinking about cold water therapy? Here's what's actually safe, who should check with a doctor first, and how to plunge safely from day one.

Saunas in Ireland: The Complete Guide to Sauna Bathing

Everything you need to know about saunas — benefits, safety, routines and buying advice from C11, Ireland's sauna and cold therapy specialists.

Sauna Health Benefits: What the Research Actually Shows

Is sauna bathing actually good for you, or just wellness marketing? Here's what the research — including a major Finnish heart study — really shows.

Sauna Buying Guide: Which One Should You Choose?

Cube, Barrel or Traditional — comparing C11's sauna range by size, setting and heater type to help you choose the right one for your space.

Ready to look at the kit?

Start with the range, or ask us which one fits.

When the reading is done, the ice baths and saunas in these guides are all on the site, with full specs and a configurator for the saunas. For clubs and events, the mobile recovery room brings the kit to you.

Not sure which one? Talk to us and we will tell you what fits your space and your budget.