Halotherapy, also known as salt therapy, is a wellness experience where guests relax in a room while a halogenerator disperses tiny salt particles into the air. The environment is designed to create a calming, spa-like experience inspired by traditional salt caves.

While we cannot make medical claims about halotherapy, in other parts of the world, halotherapy is used as a standard treatment for respiratory conditions like asthma, allergies, emphysema, COPD, and more. It is also used for heart and blood pressure issues, skin conditions, stress and depression, sleep, weight management, and is used in detox and anti-aging treatments.

Himalayan salt is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory. It gives off negative ions, making it a gentle but powerful natural detoxifier for the body. Its beautiful pink tint comes from the strong mineral content and confirms that it is pure Himalayan salt, which comes from only one mine in the world!

Other than feeling very, very relaxed, there are not any known side effects to using the salt caves. If you are concerned about the safety of halotherapy for you, please consult with your medical provider before visiting. 

Salt cave sessions are 45 minutes long. The caves been created with your maximum comfort and relaxation in mind. When you arrive, you will sit in a zero-gravity chair, a special type of recliner, that removes pressure points that typically press into peoples’ backs. Lean back in total comfort as the soft pink light of the Himalayan salt soothes your nervous system. The air in the cave is saturated with Himalayan salt, so some guests report feeling or tasting salt in their mouths or on their lips. During the session, peaceful music and a gentle narration guides the experience. Many people rest, meditate, or sleep during the session.

The temperature and humidity in the salt caves are very carefully controlled to protect the salt and provide maximum release of salt molecules into the air. Therefore, the temperature in the cave may fluctuate and feel cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Clean, soft blankets can be requested.

Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Please note that shoes are not allowed in the cave. You may enter with bare feet, or you may wear comfortable, clean socks, preferably white socks when possible.

Most people leave a salt cave session feeling very relaxed. Some people feel a bit tired, and may experience a deeper state of sleep that night. Other people feel energized after a session. Some people report feeling just a state of calm but nothing else out of the ordinary. We recommend drinking water to gently flush out any toxins that were released during the session.

At this time, reservations are required. Walk-in appointments may not be available. However, we will do our best to accommodate should there be space in our community cave. If you are looking for a certain date or time, please call or message us, and we will do our best to get it scheduled for you.

We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes before your session to give you plenty of time to settle in, use the restroom, and acclimate yourself to the experience. 

In our shared cave, once the session has started, no one else can enter the cave, so if you are late, we will do our best to reschedule you to another session. In the private cave and for other sessions, we will do our best to accommodate your adjusted arrival time if the schedule allows. Sessions are started on the hour, every hour. Please call us to let us know if you are running late or your plans have changed.

We will make every effort to allow maximum flexibility for our guests, yet being able to provide these services to the public requires us to maintain a schedule. Therefore, we do ask for a minimum of 24 hours for changes to the schedule whenever possible. In the event that someone arrives late and a session slot goes empty, less then 24-hour cancellation, or no-shows, The Grotto reserves the right to charge an administration fee up to the price of the session.

Yes, of course! Kids can benefit from the use of the halotherapy, just the same as adults can! We have Tonka trucks and shovels available if they wish to play in the salt!

To help maintain a peaceful and relaxing environment for all guests, we kindly ask that children remain quiet and under the supervision of their parent or guardian throughout the session.

If your child is having difficulty settling or becomes disruptive, we may kindly ask that you step outside of the cave with them for a few moments. Thank you for helping us create a calm and enjoyable experience for everyone.

*Inquire about session fees for children under 12!

Soon enough! The Grotto is pleased to offer gift certificates, available both at the store and online. Stay tuned!

The plan is to hold group events along with yoga, reiki and other wellness sessions in addition to the use of the salt caves. Stay tuned!