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Guiding Wellness Institute

5 ★★★★★ 73 Google reviews · Float tank center in Fayetteville, North Carolina

Couples float First-timer friendly

Relaxed, community-focused facility providing yoga/meditation classes, massages, flotation therapy and other wellness treatments.

Plan your float

  • Couples float a two-person vessel is available — popular as a date night or a gift; book ahead, they're limited
  • First-timer friendly they walk new floaters through everything — no experience needed
  • Today see hours ·
  • Book & prices guidingwellness.com — see live availability and current rates
  • Phone (910) 864-6257

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 8 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–8 PM
Thursday 8 AM–5 PM
Friday 8 AM–2 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1 PM
Sunday Closed

Float sessions are by appointment — book your slot ahead rather than dropping in, especially evenings and weekends.

What floaters say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 73 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧼 clean, well-maintained tanks 3 mentions

“I also love working in the GWI garden and bringing clean food education to the table to support others wellness journey.”

🌱 first-timer friendly walkthrough 2 mentions
☁️ deeply relaxing / stress relief 5 mentions

“After getting out, I noticed my muscles had relaxed so much that I could feel the weight of my bones and support of my skeletal system!”

💪 helped my pain & recovery 2 mentions

“Her classes support all levels of experience and within three weeks, my body feels as though it is more flexible and I have less back pain.”

🚪 quiet, private rooms 3 mentions

“The way Guiding Wellness is set up just exudes peaceful and welcoming energy.”

🧠 great for anxiety & mental reset 5 mentions

“Her commitment to provide services to the military and first responder community is just another example of her deep belief in the healing power of yoga and meditation.”

From the reviews

Every member of the Guiding Wellness team is a professional, a friend, a listener, a guide in some way. Every service is done with thorough care and passion. Kelsy’s vision permeates every aspect of this wellness home. Try Stephanie for an amazing tissue massage. Try floating, tai chi, yoga at any level, life coaching.

★★★★★ — Ellen, Oct 2021

I felt so welcomed and supported! I absolutely loved the whole experience! The flotation suite was beautiful and I had such a fun, yet calming time while floating. After getting out, I noticed my muscles had relaxed so much that I could feel the weight of my bones and support of my skeletal system! So cool!

★★★★★ — Kelsey, Dec 2021

From the reception, to the massage and float, I had a wonderful experience at Guiding Wellness. Coral did my therapeutic massage. She is such a professional, yet so kind and friendly. I told her she changed my life! This type of facility and services are exactly what I have been searching for.

★★★★★ — Paula, Jun 2021

Wonderful space for yoga, massage and floating. The outdoor area is one of my favorite for spending time reading or working remotely. As a massage therapist myself I am very picky with who I see. I can’t recommend Coral enough for deep tissue work. 10/10 she is the best!!!!

★★★★★ — Victor, Mar 2021

Excerpts from public Google reviews about the float experience. Read all 73 reviews →

Your first float at Guiding Wellness Institute

Never floated before? Almost no one has their first time, and a good center expects it. Here's what to know. What it is: you float effortlessly in about ten inches of skin-temperature water saturated with around 1,000 lbs of Epsom salt — so dense you cannot sink. In the dark and quiet, with no light, sound, or gravity to react to, your nervous system downshifts. Before you come: don't shave or wax for a day beforehand (salt stings fresh cuts — they'll have barrier ointment if you nick yourself), skip caffeine, eat a light meal an hour or two before, and remove contacts. If you colored your hair recently, wait a few days. In the tank: shower first, put earplugs in before you get wet, and keep a fresh-water spray bottle within reach for salt in the eyes. You can leave the light or music on until you settle, then turn them off from inside. Hold your arms out for the first 20–30 seconds to stop bobbing, then let go. It takes a few tries — the first 20 minutes are usually your mind winding down. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to shower and get oriented.

Floating isn't for everyone: skip it with epilepsy, kidney disease, uncontrolled heart conditions, open wounds, a contagious condition, or in the first trimester of pregnancy without your doctor's OK. If in doubt, ask the center and check with a physician — this is general information, not medical advice.

Where to find Guiding Wellness Institute

117 Broadfoot Ave, Fayetteville, NC28305

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