Gravity, the center for flotation and sensory isolation in a capsule in Lyon

GRAVITI, the Sensational Floatation Center in Lyon

Who hasn't dreamed of feeling the effects of weightlessness? Suddenly, we have the power to soar like a bird, gravity leaves us, we leave all the worries and troubles of daily life behind as we levitate... And what if I told you it was possible to experience something similar at GRAVITI in Lyon, but in a private capsule filled with salty water? You may already know the concept: for 1 hour, on the surface of water 4 times saltier than the Dead Sea, your muscles stretch and relax to relieve joint pain but also (and most importantly) to intensely relax you. A session of pure well-being, where you have nothing else to do but let your body and mind calm down!

The Many Benefits of Floatation

If you've watched Stranger Things, it's hard not to imagine Eleven in a pool or tank, observing scenes from the outside while depriving herself of her senses... (We won't spoil it for you, we're not here to give away all the details, come on!) Luckily, in real life, despite similarities in the process, you come out just as relaxed as after a deeply rejuvenating meditation session. You're not here to save the world from demogorgons, after all! (Hopefully...)

Thanks to the 80% reduced gravity, your body feels like it's freed from all kinds of weight. The Epsom salt used is a powerful antiseptic, known for its remineralizing and decompressing properties. It helps your muscles and joints recover, and also treats skin conditions such as acne, eczema or psoriasis. Among the long list of beneficial properties of a floatation session, we find: Pain reduction (chronic, menstrual, etc.), accelerated muscle recovery, improved sleep quality, stimulation of creativity, aid in overcoming certain addictions, help with post-traumatic and general stress through cortisol reduction... And much more. Only benefits.

Breathe, empty your mind, and pamper your body

In the capsule, you isolate yourself from the world by getting rid of "parasitic" visual and auditory stimuli. The goal is to fully regenerate yourself, from your toes to your brain. In fact, what we call "beta brainwaves", associated with wakefulness and activity, slowly give way to "theta brainwaves", characteristic of REM sleep, linked to mindfulness meditation and letting go. That's why the process is excellent for the mind, both in terms of learning, memory, and for relieving anxiety and overwhelming emotions.

A new center in front of the Grand Hôtel-Dieu

For a few weeks, GRAVITI has opened a new center in Lyon at 23 quai Victor Augagneur, on the banks of the Rhône just in front of the majestic Grand Hôtel-Dieu. The particularity of this new center: a large tank for 2 to satisfy all DUO GRAVITI floatation lovers! An ideal asset for a serene discovery of floatation as a couple or to try a new shared relaxation experience. The tank is spacious and allows two people to float without bothering each other.

Finally, a point that is absolutely not negligible: the opening of the cap is accessible and manual. So you are not obliged to experience a closed capsule! But if you decide to try the total immersion, you can change your mind at any time. A blessing for our claustrophobic friends!

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