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The Float Institute
5 ★★★★★ 183 Google reviews · Float tank center in Sterling Heights, Michigan
Plan your float
- Tank type float cabins
- 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 yourfloats.com — see live availability and current rates
- Phone +1 586-488-1716
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–9 pm |
The tanks & rooms here
A walk-in enclosure with full standing height — for taller floaters and anyone who wants privacy without a low lid.
Water & cleaning at The Float Institute
Sanitation is the thing seasoned floaters care about most, and most directories never show it. Between every float, the salt water should be pumped through fine filtration and disinfected — salt alone is not enough. From The Float Institute's own information: UV sterilization.
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What floaters say
“I barely ever leave reviews but this place stood out because of how nice the owner is and clean and carefully prepared the rooms are.”
“I had the opportunity to visit The Float Institute for the first time after hearing great reviews and benefits from some of the therapy offerings they provide.”
“Once I got home, I relaxed and reflected up upon the experience My wife will be giving us a try to share her experience with me as well”
“Float therapy is very relaxing and helps ease my anxiety, stress, and joint/muscle pain.”
“I followed the contrast therapy up with a float, which for someone who spends all-day plugged into some type of phone or computer, it was pure heaven to have no distractions.”
“I barely ever leave reviews but this place stood out because of how nice the owner is and clean and carefully prepared the rooms are.”
From the reviews
Heard about sensory deprivation tanks on the Joe Rogan show for years and always wanted to try it. As I suffer from Claustrophobia, I was reluctant to give it a try. Last week, I discovered The Float Institute on Groupon and booked a float for my daughter as a means for stress relief for her.
Today was my first float and I can’t say enough about the experience! The facility is exceptionally clean! The rooms are very private, private shower, the enclosed float is amazing! I floated in the dark and all I could hear is faint under water spa music and my breath. I came in with hip pain , leaving without pain.
Had an great first float here. Keith was the attendant and explained everything very thoroughly and made me feel at ease and welcome. The rooms were clean and they provided everything you need. It's hard to describe the experience and it will be different for everyone but I loved it and will definitely be back!
scott was knowledgeable and thorough! most of all he was completely accommodating. his facility is pristine. my boyfriend and i went for a one hour float for our first time. it was relaxing and soothing on our muscles (i’m a pipefitter and my boyfriend is an overhead lineman, so we are SORE!
Your first float at The Float 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.
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