Basic Course

Basic Course
Sauna Master

The Sauna Master Training Course

By participating in our training course to become a Sauna Master, you will acquire the fundamental skills that will qualify you as a Sauna Master. The program is structured into four days of training, usually spread over two weekends, for a total of 40 hours of theoretical and practical lessons.

Our solid experience and recognized professionalism will be your point of reference throughout your learning journey. The training covers a wide range of knowledge, from in-depth theoretical study, which includes the tradition and culture of the sauna world, to practical learning on how to conduct an Aufguss ritual. Additionally, the course includes extensive training on the use of essential oils, communication techniques, music management, basic techniques, first aid knowledge, scrubs, and other essential aspects needed to become a complete and competent Sauna Master.

While we await the official recognition of our school, the Basic Course is conducted in collaboration with schools recognized by the Italian Association of Saunas & Aufguss.

The course lasts 40 hours.
It is generally conducted over two weekends.

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Basic Course Module List

Mandatory Modules

Aisa Statute and Ethical Code

1.5 h

  • Fundamental principles of the Aisa statute
  • Ethical Code Part I: Objectives and Ethical Conduct Rules for Members
  • Ethical Code Part II: Protection of the Aisa Name
  • Ethical Code Part III: Ethics Committee
Mandatory

Legal Aspects, Aufguss Ritual Guidelines

1.0 h

  • Legal Aspects, Civil Liability of the Aufgussmeister and the Center
  • Aufguss Ritual Guidelines
Mandatory

Tradition and Wellness Culture

2.0 h

  • Sweat Bath Culture
  • Historical Origins of Saunas
  • Roman, Turkish, Finnish, and Russian Traditions
Mandatory

Types of Cabins, Types of Aufguss, Techniques

2.5 h

  • Types/Species of Cabins
  • Definition and Overview of Different Cabins
  • Definition and Types of Aufguss/Steam Throwing
  • Basic Technique Movements
Mandatory

Proper Use of the Sauna

2.5 h

  • The Proper Path within a Wellness Center
  • How to Properly Use the Sauna
  • Common Mistakes and Practical Examples
  • Sauna Etiquette
Mandatory

Music, Research, and Theme Matching

1.5 h

  • Choosing the Right Music for Aufguss
  • Research and Use of Tracks
  • Editing Tracks, Cutting and Modifying Titles
Mandatory

Communication, Experience, and Competence of the Aufgussmeister

2.0 h

  • Different Types of Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
  • Courtesy and Kindness as Vehicles for Wellness
  • Experience and Competence
Mandatory

Health Aspects of Sauna Use, Thermoregulation, Skin Structure

4.0 h

  • Health Aspects in Sauna Practice
  • Heart and Circulation
  • Physiological Thermoregulation and Thermoregulation Mechanisms
  • Skin Structure
  • What Happens in the Sauna
  • Effects of the Sauna
Mandatory

First Aid and Safety

2.0 h

  • First Aid Basics
  • General Safety and Health Guidelines in the Wellness/Sauna Area
  • What to Do in Case of Emergency - Rules of Conduct
Mandatory

Kneipp - The 5 Elements, Foot Baths and Water Jets, Arm Treatments

2.0 h

  • Biography of Sebastian Kneipp
  • Basic Rules and Applications of the Kneipp Method in the Wellness Center
  • 5 Elements of the Kneipp Health Concept
Mandatory

Scrubs and Different Types: Preparation, Application, Effect

2.0 h

  • Scrub
  • Types of Treatments
  • Preparation, Application, and Components
  • Effect and Consequences of Treatments
Mandatory

Production, Properties and Classification of Essential Oils

2.0 h

  • Production of Essential Oils and Notes on Their Composition
  • Classification and Properties of Essential Oils
  • Application and Recommendations for the Use of Essential Oils in the Sauna
Mandatory

Practical Lessons

15.0 h

  • Basic Technique Movements "Dry Training"
  • Basic Technique Movements and Aufguss/Steam Throwing in the Sauna
  • Scrubs
  • Kneipp Treatments
Mandatory

Optional Modules

Infrared: Effects and Proper Application

2.0 h

  • What it is
  • How it works
  • Differences in thermal applications
  • The correct application
  • Infrared in the wellness center
Optional

Introduction to Hammam

2.0 h

  • The Hammam Ritual and Tradition
  • Treatments
  • Products
  • Paths
Optional

Introduction to Tibetan Singing Bowls

2.0 h

  • Tibetan Singing Bowls in the Wellness Center
  • History and Origin
  • Types
  • Proper Use
  • Practical Part
Optional

States of Mind of the Aufgussmeister

2.0 h

  • Anxiety and Its Management
  • Critical Situations
  • Concentration
Optional

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