PONDR Sauna

A traveling rentable sauna experience. We have a wood fired nippa sauna stove inside as well as a changing room.

Book a rental: Http://www.pondrsauna.com

Contact us for pop-ups/catered events

03/07/2026

🌿 Embrace the Shift: A Self-Guided Sauna Retreat in Port Austin 🌿

As the seasons change, finding a quiet space to pause, reflect, and reset becomes essential. The transition into a new season is the perfect time to shed the old and welcome the new, completely at your own pace.

Step away from the noise and immerse yourself in the beauty of Port Austin, MI. We are thrilled to offer a private, self-guided grounding experience—a space where you can curate your own reset without any distractions.
Here is what your uninterrupted retreat looks like:

• 🔥 Private Sauna Session: Enjoy exclusive access to our wood-fired sauna. Move between the deep, enveloping heat and the crisp forest air at whatever rhythm feels right for your body. There are no schedules here—just you and the crackle of the fire.
• 🎨 Intention-Setting Art Directive (Optional): Waiting for you will be a curated prompt and art supplies. Settle in whenever you feel called to, and use this low-pressure, self-led exercise to creatively anchor your thoughts and set mindful intentions for the season ahead.
• 🌊 Forest-to-Shore Hike: Whenever you are ready, follow the trail through the woods down to the majestic shores of Lake Huron. Let the invigorating breeze off the Great Lakes be your cool-down. Skip stones, listen to the waves, and take all the time you need.

Whether you are looking for a solitary escape to disconnect from screens, or a quiet space to reconnect with a partner or friend, this sanctuary provides the perfect backdrop.

Ready to embrace the change? Send me a DM or click the link in my bio to reserve your private, self-guided session. 🌲✨

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01/03/2026

Traveling between these different worlds is one of my favorite parts of this journey. One day we are set up at a historic mansion and the next we are tucked into a driveway in the city. The backdrop changes but the peace inside the sauna stays the same. With the Wolf Moon high above, it feels like the perfect time for a reset. Tell me what you are materializing for the year ahead. SaunaLife DetroitSmallBusiness NewYearEnergy WellnessJourney ColdPlunge

11/15/2025

First time PONDR lands in Bad Axe, Michigan.

Set up for tomorrow’s sold out wellness retreat at The treehouse is complete. PONDR sauna’s last visit was also tree related.

Fun fact: Treehouse Yoga & Wellness resides in the old Hickby’s Pharmacy.

Historical Note: The son of the owner, Greg Higby, worked in his father’s Bad Axe drugstore in the late 1970s before becoming a distinguished historian and the Executive Director of the American Institute of the History of Pharmacy.

This transformation from a place of traditional medicine (a pharmacy) to a place of holistic wellness (a yoga studio) is a very compelling story.

Here’s some fun information on the meaning behind: Rx

The symbol “Rx” is a key part of the pharmacy and medical world, and its origin is quite fascinating.
The symbol Rx comes from an abbreviation of the Latin word “recipe,” which means “to take” or “take thou.”
Here’s a quick breakdown of its history:
* A Doctor’s Instruction: Hundreds of years ago, when a doctor wrote a prescription, they would begin it with “Recipe” as a direct instruction to the apothecary (the pharmacist) and the patient. It was essentially the heading of the prescription, meaning “Take the following ingredients...”
* The Abbreviation: Over time, this word was abbreviated for simplicity. Scribes and physicians began using the symbol ℞—a capital ‘R’ with a crossed leg. This symbol was the accepted shorthand for “recipe.”
* Modern Symbol: Today, that symbol has been simplified in common use to “Rx.” It has evolved from being just the first word of a prescription to representing the entire concept of prescribed medicine, prescriptions, and the pharmacies that dispense them.
While there are other less common theories linking it to the Roman god Jupiter or the Egyptian Eye of Horus, the Latin origin is the most direct and widely accepted explanation.

09/26/2025

Private sauna gatherings at Port Crescent State Campground. Testing the waters for a new experience. We have a question to ask: Would you take a sauna and plunge into Lake Huron?

09/24/2025

Get ready for a weekend of rest and renewal at Calm by Firelight, a sauna and stillness retreat in Port Austin, Michigan. Come experience with Lake Huron as your backyard cold plunge.

And camp out at

We’ve designed this experience to be as simple as possible.

What to Expect:

• Dates: Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 28 (optional stay through Monday, September 29). Arrive Friday after 3 p.m. and depart Sunday or Monday by noon.

• Accommodations: Tents are provided and set up for you at Star Forest Stay (). There is also a 6-person cabin available at Port Crescent State Park where we will be staying. You’ll choose a spot on a first-come, first-served basis.

• What to Bring:
• Sleeping bag, pillow, and linens.
• A hammock or an extra tent if you prefer.
• A dish to share for the optional community dinner.
• Activities:
• Daily Guided Sauna: Led by Greater Alexander with sessions at 10 a.m.(beginning saturday) and 7 p.m. (beginning friday) Come experience a Pondr Sauna () with Lake Huron as your backyard cold plunge.
• Cold Plunge: Take a refreshing dip in Lake Huron after your sauna session.
• Bonfire: Enjoy stargazing and silent meditation by the fire at 8 p.m.
• Free Time: Explore the trails, relax by the water, or simply enjoy the quiet.

• includes daily sauna, cold plunge access, bonfires, and access to both private retreat land and the state park.
Reserve Your Spot: Spots are limited, so book early to secure your place.

This is very limited to friends and family. Rsvp is to receive information and to sign a waiver on participating with the sauna

For full details and to book your ticket, visit: www.starforeststay.com/camping

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08/31/2025

Great way to spend Labor Day weekend at

Thanks for having us!

08/29/2025

🌲✨ SAUNA, SONGS, & SUNSETS ✨🌲

Mark your calendars for a magical Michigan weekend summer evening! We’re partnering with the incredible and for a unique experience at the beautiful.

WHEN: Friday, August 29 & Saturday, August 30, 2025 WHERE: Three Trees Vineyard | 5200 Elm Valley Rd, Suttons Bay TICKETS: $40 (Link in Bio! 👆) (sauna sessions are almost sold out).

Join us for an unforgettable night of:
🎵 Intimate live acoustic music under the trees
🔥 Unlimited sessions in our wood-fired sauna
💦 Revitalizing cold plunges
🍇 Complimentary N/A spritzers & vineyard vibes

MUSIC LINEUP: Greater Alexander • Special guests: (Friday) & (Saturday)

Music starts around 5 PM. Sauna is fired up by 4 PM and goes into the late evening.

What’s Included: ✅ Live music performance ✅ Sauna & cold plunge access ✅ Non-alcoholic beverages (wine offerings as well after your experience) ✅ A deeply connected, cozy community experience

What to Bring: Your swimsuit, a towel, robe, sandals, and a water bottle.

Please note: The sauna is an alcohol-free event for your safety and wellness. Please remember to hydrate with water! Wine choices will be available after your sauna.

Tickets are limited, so don’t wait. Tap the link in our bio to reserve your spot now!

Http://www.pondrsauna.com/tour

08/26/2025

Open your heart this weekend in Leelaunau Peninsula.

So excited to be at the stunning in Leelanau, and bringing along for the ride.

Imagine this: sipping incredible local spritzers, detoxing in the sauna, taking an invigorating plunge, and letting your heart open up to beautiful live music.

Musical Guests:
Friday: Soulful tunes by
Saturday: Good vibes with

TICKET ALERT 🚨 Saturday sauna sessions are nearly gone, but we still have a couple of spots for Friday’s magic.

Tap the link in our bio to book your spot!

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Port Austin, MI
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+13137575053

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