Session Replays

Author Dr. Lassi Liikkanen will discuss his best view of which factors have the biggest influence on the overall joy of sauna. The conversation deals with topics such as temperature, energy sources, Law of Löyly and the values of Finnish sauna. He is joined in the conversation by Christopher Risto Rice from the UpperBench and Sauna Trail podcasts. Speakers:  Dr. Lassi Liikkanen and Risto Rice

This presentation is a sub-section of the research completed for the Finlandia Foundation grant awarded for "Practical Primer for Public (Finnish) Sauna Design." Sauna culture continues to grow in popularity across the United States, yet building codes, zoning rules, and other regulations in many regions make it difficult—or impossible—to operate a public Finnish sauna with authentic löyly. These regulations differ significantly from those in Finland, where public sauna is wi

How do you build a sauna of your own, and where should you begin? Join us for a practical National Sauna Week webinar dedicated to the essentials of DIY sauna design and construction, as expert builders Glenn Auerbach and Sam Wacha share insight on the burning question: “Where do I start?” There are many factors to consider—from location and materials to heat, ventilation, and maintenance—and this session helps demystify the path. Grounded in the principles where sauna spirit

Justin Juntunen is on a mission to invite one million people to build resilience through sauna. Speaking at National Sauna Week 2026, he will explore sauna through the lenses of culture, wellness, and design, reflecting on how thoughtful principles shape both structure and experience. As the founder of Cedar & Stone Nordic Sauna, Justin has led and contributed to some of North America’s most ambitious public sauna builds—from floating saunas to brick-and-mortar facilities to

Join us for a moving panel exploring what it truly takes to build, own, and operate a mobile sauna—and the many business models that bring sauna to people wherever they are. From saunas that travel directly to clients, to those parked at beaches or events, to mobile units operating in urban environments or roaming the countryside, this session dives into the logistics, creativity, and problem-solving behind löyly on wheels. Panelists will discuss permits and city partnerships