{"id":477,"date":"2025-10-13T11:20:24","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T11:20:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koanfloat.nl\/?page_id=477"},"modified":"2026-01-08T10:10:25","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T10:10:25","slug":"preparations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/koanfloat-nl.ont.stuurlui.dev\/en\/preparations\/","title":{"rendered":"Float Preparation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Your oasis of calm in the city<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n \n

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Koan Float offers the optimal floating experience since 1997. Our centre is located on the beautiful Herengracht and is a place of relaxation outside the busy atmosphere of the Amsterdam streets. You will be welcomed by one of our hosts who will explain everything you need to know to float comfortably.<\/p>\n

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Float Preparation<\/h3>\n
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\u2713 Nothing to Bring: Towels and personal care products (gentle shampoos, shower gel, deodorant, body lotion) are provided. Swimwear is optional.<\/p>\n

\u2713 Arrival: Please arrive 15 minutes early to get settled and enjoy a cup of tea.<\/p>\n

\u2713 Eating & Drinking: Have eaten enough but not too much. Avoid coffee, alcohol, or other substances before floating. Floating is best done sober.<\/p>\n

\u2713 Skin & Hair: Avoid shaving or waxing shortly before floating. Cover minor wounds with Vaseline (provided). Freshly dyed hair may affect water quality\u2014wait until color is stable.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\u2713 Medical Advice: Consult your doctor if you have conditions influenced by floating. Pregnant or postpartum? Contact us first.<\/p>\n

\u2713 Contacts & Earplugs: Bring contact lens solution if needed. Earplugs are provided, but you may bring your own.<\/p>\n

\u2713 During Your Period: Floating is safe, follow normal swimming precautions.<\/p>\n

\u2713 Parking & Transport:<\/strong> Bike or public transport is recommended. If coming by car, check nearby garages www.q-park.nl.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n

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IMPORTANT NOTE!<\/h3>\n

Floating is NOT allowed if you:<\/h6>\n

Has large areas of skin that are not yet fully healed.<\/strong>
\nSmall skin blemishes aren\u2019t an issue; you can protect them with our pure, soothing vaseline.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Has epilepsy.<\/strong>
\nIf in doubt, please consult your doctor or therapist.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Drinking alcohol and\/or using drugs before your float session is not allowed.<\/strong>
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Any questions?<\/h2>\n

Please feel free to contact us<\/h6>\n

You are more than welcome to ask any one of our float experts a question during opening hours. Enjoy a cup of tea while you\u2019re here!<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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