What is Floaten?
Deep relaxation in warm salt water, without crowds and with as few stimuli as possible.
Float Therapy, Flotation Therapy, or simply floating: different names for the same special experience.
Floating explained
Floating literally means floating. You lie in warm water with a high concentration of magnesium salt, causing your body to float almost effortlessly.
In the i-soPod at Healthfarm, you can significantly limit light and sound. As a result, many stimuli that your body and mind process throughout the day disappear.
You don't have to do anything, achieve anything, or go anywhere. You just lie still, carried by the water.
Floating is also internationally referred to as Float Therapy, Flotation Therapy, or Floatation Therapy.
How does floating feel?
Because the salt water supports you, your body hardly needs to exert any effort to stay afloat.
Weightless
Quiet
Less noise, less light, and fewer distractions create space to slow down physically and mentally.
Personal
Some people experience primarily physical relaxation, while others notice that their thoughts become calmer. No two float sessions are exactly the same.
Why do people choose Float Therapy?
People come to float for very different reasons. Some simply seek an hour without a phone, noise, or obligations. Others want to let their bodies relax after a busy period, sports, or a lot of mental stress.
Floating is primarily chosen as a moment of deep relaxation. It can be pleasant when you are processing a lot of stimuli, find it difficult to slow down, or want to consciously make time for yourself.
At Healthfarm, we do not present floating as a medical treatment. It is a wellness experience that creates space for relaxation, recovery, and stillness.
How does a first Float session proceed?
1. Quiet reception
Ingrid explains how the i-soPod works and answers your questions.
2. Showering
Take a shower before the session.
3. Floating
You step into the warm salty water and decide for yourself how much light and sound you want.
4. Wrap up calmly
After the session, you shower again and get time to calmly switch back.
No experience is necessary. You will be explained step by step what to expect.
Floating at HealthFarm in Nieuwpoort
At Healthfarm, your float session takes place in a quiet and discreet setting at ChienMarin, in the middle of the West Flemish polders.
We work with an i-soPod flotation system , designed for comfortable and fully supported floating.
You can book a float session separately or combine it with a massage, private Onsen-style wellness, or personal guidance by Ingrid.
As a result, floating at Healthfarm is not an isolated technique, but part of a broader environment where tranquility, privacy, and personal attention are central.
Floating alone or combine?
A float session is perfect as a standalone. Those who wish to take more time can combine float with a massage, private wellness, or a conversation with Ingrid.
Many guests particularly appreciate the opportunity to choose for themselves how much guidance or wellness to add to their experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Float Therapy?
Float Therapy is a form of deep relaxation in which you float in warm water with a high concentration of magnesium salt, with as few external stimuli as possible.
Is Float Therapy the same as Flotation Therapy?
Yes. Float Therapy, Flotation Therapy, Floatation Therapy, and floating are often used for the same experience.
Does the iPod need to be closed completely?
No. You decide how you use the pod and can tailor the session to what feels comfortable for you.
Can I float if I've never done it before?
Certainly. Most people have no prior experience. Ingrid calmly explains how the session proceeds.
How long does a float session last?
At Healthfarm, a standard float session lasts approximately 60 or 90 minutes.
Can I combine Float Therapy with wellness or massage?
Yes. Float can be booked separately or combined with a massage, private wellness, or personal guidance.
Is floating private?
Yes. The experience at Healthfarm is personal and takes place in a private setting.
Where can I float in West Flanders?
Healthfarm offers i-soPod Float Therapy at ChienMarin in Nieuwpoort, West Flanders.
