Floatation Therapy in Alexandria, VA | Synergy Float Center

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FLOATATION THERAPY

 

Floatation Therapy is a deeply restorative experience designed to relieve stress, relax muscles, and bring balance to both body and mind. 

At Synergy Float Center, our highly recommended float tank spa in Alexandria, VA offers private float rooms where you can float effortlessly in a warm sensory deprivation tank filled with purified water and over 1,000 pounds of premium Epsom salt.

Whether you’re seeking stress relief, better sleep, pain reduction, or greater mental clarity, floating is a proven way to enhance your wellness journey.

“The open-air design completely removes all feelings of claustrophobia. I cannot overemphasize the importance of having an open pool for anxious populations. Without it many of our patients would have refused to even try floating.”

​ – Justin Feinstein, PhD, Clinical Neuropsychologist Director, LIBR 3Float Clinic & Research Center, Principal Investigator, Laureate Institute for Brain Research

Benefits of Floating

 

Floating is one of the safest and most effective ways to activate your body’s natural relaxation response and enhance overall well-being. Research continues to show that floatation therapy supports physical recovery, mental clarity, and emotional health.

This high-salinity float pod supports your body completely, reducing pressure on your joints and muscles while quieting your mind. Each float session includes your own shower, hair dryers, and a calming atmosphere that encourages peace and reflection.



Floating in a quiet, weightless environment is one of the fastest and most effective ways to activate your body’s natural relaxation response and enter a state of deep calm. In the absence of light and sound, your brain releases endorphins and clears out stress hormones, restoring your body’s chemical and metabolic balance.

Floatation therapy calms our overstimulated systems and supports emotional and physical well-being. Studies show that floating can significantly reduce stress and anxiety — which is why Synergy Float Center proudly partners with Pathways for Veterans to help people with PTSD experience peace and healing through floating.

Modern life often keeps us in a constant “fight-or-flight” mode, triggering elevated cortisol levels and chronic stress. Floatation therapy naturally helps lower cortisol, slow breathing, and relax tight muscles, easing tension from daily pressures like traffic, work deadlines, or lack of sleep.

Inside the float pod, your body enters a restorative state that can help lower blood pressure, balance heart rate, and calm your nervous system. Many guests describe feeling lighter, clearer, and more centered for days after their float. These restorative effects compound over time, making regular floating one of the most effective noninvasive techniques for managing stress and supporting long-term wellness.

Research indicates that regular floating can ease many stress-related conditions — including fibromyalgia, insomnia, hypertension, anxiety disorders, and migraines. As your body enters deep relaxation, blood flow increases, oxygen circulation improves, and muscle tension releases, promoting natural pain relief.

In the weightless environment of the float pod, your joints and spine are free from the constant pull of gravity — reducing strain and supporting whole-body recovery. Floating can even help alleviate discomfort during pregnancy by relieving joint pressure and improving circulation.

Athletes and active individuals turn to floating to enhance both mental and physical performance. By reducing lactic acid buildup, relaxing muscles, and accelerating recovery, float therapy helps the body repair itself between workouts or competitions.

Floating also improves focus, mental clarity, and visualization — skills crucial to performance under pressure. Professional athletes, including CrossFit competitors, MMA fighters, golfers, and runners, have adopted floating as part of their regular recovery and performance training routines.

Whether you’re a professional athlete or simply enjoy staying active, floating can help prevent injury, enhance alignment, and promote faster recovery.

Within the stillness of the float pod, where external stimuli are removed, your brain shifts from beta and alpha waves into the deeper theta state — the same brainwave pattern linked to creativity, problem-solving, and learning.

This meditative state enhances visualization, clarity, and insight, allowing your mind to access new ideas and connections that often go unnoticed in everyday life. Many artists, entrepreneurs, and professionals use floating to unlock creativity, improve focus, and gain new perspectives.

As you learn to sustain the theta state during floats, your ability to think creatively and retain information increases — making floatation therapy an exceptional tool for both mental renewal and inspiration.

Each session provides a peaceful reset for your nervous system — helping you feel lighter, more centered, and rejuvenated long after you float.

“Each day I become more and more convinced that the positive clinical benefits we are witnessing in our research are enhanced by Floataway’s masterful engineering.”

​ — Justin Feinstein, PhD, Clinical Neuropsychologist Director, LIBR Float Clinic & Research Center, Principal Investigator, Laureate Institute for Brain Research

Types of Floating

Floataway Tranquility Float Tank

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The Floataway Tranquility Float Tank offers complete sensory isolation and comfort. Its spacious design and advanced ventilation make it ideal for anyone seeking profound relaxation. Inside, warm water and gentle lighting support full-body buoyancy and peace of mind.

Floataway Float Cabin For Two

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Perfect for couples or those new to floating, the Floataway Float Cabin for Two provides a shared yet spacious experience. You can float side by side in total comfort while maintaining privacy. The clear structure and ambient glow create an open, tranquil atmosphere.

Floataway Open Pool
For Two

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The Floataway Open Pool is a wide, shallow float pool that offers a unique sense of freedom. With no enclosed walls, it’s ideal for guests who may feel claustrophobic in traditional pods but still want the full sensory experience of float therapy.

Superior Revolution
Float Orb

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Our largest and most technologically advanced pod, the Superior Revolution Float Orb combines spacious design with customizable lighting and sound. It’s perfect for those seeking complete sensory immersion and cutting-edge comfort during their float spa session.

Pricing

Pricing varies by session type and package.

We offer individual floats, couples sessions, and membership options for regular floaters.

Visit our Store or contact us to find the best plan for your wellness goals.

What People Are Saying

 

FAQ

What is floatation therapy?

Floatation therapy, also called float therapy, involves lying in a float tank filled with warm Epsom salt water. You float effortlessly in a state of weightlessness, experiencing deep relaxation, stress reduction, and full-body relief.

What happens during a float session?

Each float session begins in your private room where you shower, then enter the float pod. You control the lights, sound, and tank door at all times. Most people feel calm within minutes and may drift between relaxation and meditation.

Is the float tank water clean and safe?

Yes — each float tank is filtered through UV light and disinfected after every use. The high Epsom salt concentration naturally prevents bacteria. Safety and sanitation are our top priorities at Synergy Float Center.

Do I need to bring anything during my floatation therapy session?

We provide everything: towels, ear plugs, and toiletries. Our facility includes showers, hair dryers, and a peaceful lounge for before and after your float experience.

Can I float if it’s my first time?

Absolutely! We specialize in helping first time floaters feel comfortable. Our team explains the entire experience and helps you navigate your first time with ease and confidence.

Can I float if I’m claustrophobic?

Yes. You remain in control of the tank door and lighting at all times. Many guests with claustrophobia find our open pools and float pods spacious and relaxing.

Can I combine floating with the infrared sauna?

Definitely. Many guests book a sauna session before floating to warm up muscles and promote circulation. The combination enhances detoxification, reduces pressure, and deepens relaxation.

What should I do after floating?

Rinse off, rehydrate, and take a few quiet moments to reflect. Many people feel a “floating glow” — a peaceful, refreshed state that can last for hours or even days.

How often should I float?

For best results, we recommend floating regularly. Monthly memberships are available for those looking to make floating part of their ongoing wellness journey.

Who can benefit from floating?

Most people can float safely — including those managing stress, anxiety, sleep issues, muscle tension, or joint pain. Floating is gentle, natural, and deeply healing for both body and soul.

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I was given the name Lakshmi from a renowned Yoga Master as a baby and grew up in a spiritual ashram near Washington D.C. I was immersed in the smells of incense, chiming bells, devotional prayers, and dedication to the healing path through practicing yoga asanas, pranayama (breath work), performing holy rituals, and repeating a mantra in meditation. 

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