Fire and Ice Sauna Experience

5.0 (2 reviews) RECOVERY CONTRAST THERAPY INFRARED SAUNA

📍 1603 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611

📞 (833) 643-4646

Fire and Ice Sauna Experience is a lakefront recovery studio in Chicago offering wood-fired sauna and contrast therapy sessions at North Avenue Beach. Online booking.

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Services

ServiceDurationPrice
Contrast Therapy (Lake/Ice Bath)
Wood-Fired Cedar Sauna25 min

Reviewers highlight Fire and Ice as a clean, fun social venue with well-designed facilities that accommodate groups of varying sizes, though one mentions visibility concerns during sessions.

Based on 2 Google reviews

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About This Studio

Fire and Ice Sauna Experience is a lakefront recovery studio in Chicago offering wood-fired sauna and contrast therapy sessions at North Avenue Beach. The studio provides two primary recovery modalities through private, bookable sessions accommodating up to 6 guests. All sessions require advance reservation; walk-ins are not accepted. The studio's distinguishing feature is its mobile, wood-fired cedar sauna positioned directly on the beach with seasonal contrast options (lake immersion in winter, ice bath in summer).

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What Sets Them Apart
  • Only sauna experience directly on Lake Michigan with seasonal contrast immersion (winter lake access, summer ice bath)
  • Mobile, wood-fired cedar sauna — not a fixed indoor facility
  • Flexible session lengths (25–60 minutes) accommodating solo visitors, couples, and small groups
  • Heated dome for changing and belongings storage eliminates exposure to elements
Service Details
Wood-Fired Cedar Sauna
25 min
Private sessions in a mobile, wood-fired cedar sauna reaching 160–185°F. Accommodates up to 3 people per session; groups of up to 6 can book multiple sessions. Sessions include a heated dome changing area and belongings storage. Clients bring swimsuits and towels; water provided for hydration.
Contrast Therapy (Lake/Ice Bath)
Seasonal contrast immersion following sauna sessions. Winter sessions include access to Lake Michigan for cold water immersion; summer sessions feature ice bath cooling. Integrated into the sauna experience at the North Avenue Beach location.
Pricing Details
Private Sauna Sessions — 1 sessions
Private Sauna Sessions — 1 sessions
Private Event Rental (Full Sauna Camp) — $300

Individual session pricing for standard bookings is not publicly listed on the website. Only the private event rental rate ($300 for 2 hours) is explicitly stated. Clients must book through the reservation system to receive pricing. No membership or package pricing available.

What Reviewers Say

Reviewers highlight Fire and Ice as a clean, fun social venue with well-designed facilities that accommodate groups of varying sizes, though one mentions visibility concerns during sessions.

Based on 2 Google reviews

Cleanliness & Hygiene

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clean facility'really clean'
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Facility

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multiple sauna sizes available'larger sauna fits up to 12'
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dedicated changing/storage dome'nice dome for changing'
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group-friendly capacity'fit our group of 12'
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privacy concerns during sessions
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Facility & Amenities
Showers
Towels Provided
Changing Rooms
Free parking available at North Ave Beach parking lot. Free parking may also be available closer to Lincoln Park Zoo.

Privacy & Setup

Cold PlungeShared Pool
Infrared SaunaPrivate Room
CapacityMain sauna: up to 3 people at once. Large sauna (for private events): 8-person capacity. Smaller sauna (for private events): 4-person capacity.
NotePrivate sessions designed for solo visitors, couples, small groups up to 6 people (with up to 3 in sauna at once)

Equipment Details

cold plunge
Type: shared_pool
sauna
Capacity: 1 large sauna: 8-person capacity, 1 smaller sauna: 4-person capacity, main sauna: 3 people at once
Count: 2
Fuel Type: wood-fired
Material: cedar
Temp Range: 160°F to 185°F
Your First Visit
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    What to Wear: Swimsuit recommended to fully relax and enjoy the experience
  • Arrive Early: 7 minutes before your session
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    Orientation: First-timer orientation available
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    Waiver: Required before first session
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Online booking available
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Open weekends
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Canceled up to 48 hours prior: full refund. Canceled 48-24 hours prior: 50% refund. Canceled within 24 hours: no refund. Canceled 24 hours prior: contact studio for free re-booking at future available date. Day-of cancellations or no-shows: no refund or free re-booking.

Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday10 AM–5 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PM

Data last verified: 2026-03-16

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