The Aufguss (German for “infusion”) transforms a standard sauna session into a sensory ritual. Led by a trained Sauna Master, it combines heat, scent, rhythm, and theatre to awaken every sense.
What Happens During an Aufguss
The Sauna Master pours aromatic water or ice onto the hot stones, releasing fragrant steam that fills the air. With sweeping towel movements, they circulate the heat evenly, guiding participants through cycles of intensity and calm.
The Role of the Sauna Master
Beyond technique, the Sauna Master sets the emotional tone—choosing music, aromas, and gestures to shape the group’s collective mood. It’s both art and wellness: a performance of temperature and breath.
Health and Social Benefits
Aufguss ceremonies enhance circulation, open airways, and promote shared focus. Many find them meditative, others energising—but always communal and uplifting.
At Emerald Spa, our certified Sauna Masters lead themed Aufguss sessions with essential oils and music designed to balance body and spirit—a modern expression of ancient heat ritual.
