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high in the catskills

 

about

hotbox mobile sauna is an nyc-born, wood-burning sauna on wheels celebrating community, wellness, and conversation. the queer-run sauna started in 2018 and has been popping up all over nyc since, partnering with small businesses, community spaces, and neighbors to host monthly residencies for everyone to enjoy. 

inspired by global bath culture (especially the rich history of nyc bath culture), the living lots nyc project, and the need for queer and trans centered wellness spaces, the hotbox project was started as a hopeful way to embrace and celebrate community in backyards, driveways, and vacant lots. 

because of covid…

the 10 person, wood-burning sauna has re-opened doors for fully vaxxed group (pod pals!) reservations. a temporary departure from the event and open sauna model, the reservations will allow for a safer environment for sauna goers during the pandemic surge. we’re planning on hosting our public events and gatherings starting late winter 2023. 

know before you go

hotbox is a safe self-care space to feel good and sweat. racism, sexism, classism, ableism, sizeism, homophobia, transphobia, religious intolerance, ageism, and all other forms of discrimination will not be tolerated.



FAQ

Where’s the sauna?
come get hot in roscoe, ny where the beaverkill meets the willowemoc river and creates the perfect cold plunge.

 
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Do you throw sauna parties?
that’s what we’re all about! well, before covid. right now, we’re hosting small groups (pod pals) with advanced reservations, and hope to bring our monthly gatherings and events back soon.

 
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What about longer reservations for larger parties?
get in touch with the details and we’ll do our best to make it happen.

 
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How hot does the sauna get?
the temperature is typically kept at 170-180F degrees.

 
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How long can I stay in the sauna?
we recommend doing 5-15 minute rounds, making sure to step outside to cool down and hydrate. 

 
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What should I bring?
we recommend bringing a swimsuit, towel, water bottle, and sandals. 

 
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What if I forgot?
no sweat. we have limited plush robes available for rent.

 
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Can I change into stuff there?
definitely. we have changing rooms on site.

book

we’re in the catskills! please sign up for our mailing list below and follow us @hotboxmobilesauna on upcoming events. interested in a private rental up here? send us an email with your details and let’s plan it out!

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membership

we believe that quality of life is elevated when you make time for human connection and take pause for self-preservation. at its core, hotbox exists because we want to offer the benefits of sauna to our community as an alternative space for social and mental well-being.

for friends who want to make sweating more a part of their routine, check out our membership offerings.


 
 

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welcome to Hotbox Shop

tees, robes, sauna hats, towels, and scents for sale below. our sauna hats are 100% wool and hand-made by us, with love, in Queens, New York. to purchase, email us here or DM us @hotboxmobilesauna with your pick. thanks for all of your support during this time. we hope to bring back the heat soon. 

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includes 1 robe, 1 birch scent, and 1 short sleeve t-shirt

includes 1 robe, 1 birch scent, and 1 short sleeve t-shirt