Frequent Asked Questions

Koan Float is a wellness centre in Amsterdam where you can experience Floaten and Red Light Therapy. Located at Herengracht 321, it offers a calm place for deep relaxation, stress reduction and recovery in the heart of the city.

You can Float at Koan Float on Herengracht 321 in Amsterdam. Thanks to its central location, Koan Float is easy to reach for anyone looking for relaxation, calm and wellness in Amsterdam city centre.

You can do Red Light Therapy at Koan Float on Herengracht 321 in Amsterdam. Koan Float offers Red Light Therapy in a peaceful wellness setting, centrally located in Amsterdam city centre.

Koan Float has existed since 1997 and was created from the wish to offer a peaceful place for relaxation, awareness and recovery in Amsterdam. The name Koan refers to a question or thought from the Zen tradition that invites you to pause, let go and be present with attention.

People choose Koan Float for the combination of Floaten, Red Light Therapy, personal guidance, private rooms and a calm atmosphere. Koan Float has been offering an accessible wellness experience in Amsterdam since 1997. reviews.

Koan Float is a wellness centre in Amsterdam city centre, located at Herengracht 321. You can come here for Floaten and Red Light Therapy in a calm environment, right in the heart of the city.

Koan Float is open daily from Monday to Sunday, from 09:00 to 22:00. On some public holidays, opening hours may differ or Koan Float may be closed.

Koan Float is open on most days, but opening hours may differ on public holidays.

• closed on King’s Day, 27 April.
• Closed on Christmas Day, 25 December.
• On New Year’s Eve, 31 December, open until 18:00.
• On New Year’s Day, 1 January, open from 12:00.

Yes, if times are available in ChiDesk, you can also make an online appointment for public holidays. Current availability and any adjusted opening hours are shown during booking.

Koan Float is located at Herengracht 321 in Amsterdam. Because of its central location, we recommend coming by bike or public transport. If you come by car, check nearby parking garages in advance.

Did you forget or lose something during your visit to Koan Float? Please contact us. We will gladly check whether it has been found and how you can collect it.

For questions about lost property, please contact Koan Float. Clearly mention what you lost, when you visited us and, if relevant, which room or treatment you came for.

Yes, a Floatsession or Red Light Therapy session at Koan Float is suitable as a wellness gift for someone who could use relaxation, calm or recovery.

A Floatsession or Red Light Therapy session at Koan Float is an original wellness gift in Amsterdam. It is a thoughtful gift for someone who could use relaxation, calm or a special recovery moment.

Yes, through ChiDesk you can order gift vouchers online for Koan Float. After creating an account, you can choose a gift voucher and order it easily online.

You can make an appointment online for a Floatsession or Red Light Therapy through the ChiDeskbooking system. First, you create an account. Then you can easily choose the treatment, date and time you prefer and complete your booking

Yes, through ChiDesk you can book a Floatsession or Red Light Therapy online yourself. After creating an account, you can see which times are available and book your appointment directly.

Yes, Floaten and Red Light Therapy can be combined. The order is fixed: you always start with the Floatsession and then continue with Red Light Therapy. The other way around is not possible. There is usually about 20 minutes between treatments, so you can shower, get dressed and dry your hair completely. It is important to enter the Red Light Therapy room dry, and with dry hair.

The combination of Floaten and Red Light Therapy is suitable for anyone who wants to consciously take extra time for relaxation and recovery. You always start with Floaten, allowing body and mind to calm down first. Red Light Therapy then follows as an additional treatment for comfort, skin support and recovery.

Yes, to book online through ChiDesk, you first create an account. From your account, you can then make an appointment, manage your bookings, order gift vouchers and possibly buy a course or membership.

During online booking through ChiDesk you will see which payment options are available. The available payment options may differ per booking and are shown during the reservation process.

Yes, the online booking system shows the available times for Floaten and Red Light Therapy. This allows you to choose a suitable moment for your visit to Koan Float.

You can cancel your booking up to 24 hours before your appointment. If you cancel or change within 24 hours of the appointment, the full price will be charged. If changing or cancelling through ChiDesk does not work, please contact Koan Float.

Yes, within your ChiDesk account you can also buy a course or membership for Koan Float. In addition to individual bookings and gift vouchers, you can choose credit, a package or a membership that suits how often you want to Float or use Red Light Therapy.

Floating Floaten is a relaxation experience in which you float on warm, highly salted water. The water fully supports your body, creating a feeling of weightlessness and reducing stimuli such as sound, light and gravity.

Floaten can support relaxation, stress reduction, better sleep, mental calm and physical recovery. Many people experience more clarity, less tension and a deep sense of relaxation after a Floatsession. Read here about the benefits.

Floaten can help reduce physical tension because your body is fully supported by warm, salty water. Many people experience less muscle tension and more relaxation in the body after a Floatsession.

Floaten can be a pleasant addition after sport or intense physical activity. The warm water, magnesium-rich salt and feeling of weightlessness can help muscles relax and make the recovery moment feel more intentional.

Floaten can help reduce stress and overstimulation because you are in a quiet environment without external distractions. The warm salty water, silence and feeling of weightlessness help body and mind come to rest.

Floaten can contribute to better sleep because the body relaxes and the mind processes fewer stimuli. Many visitors experience more calm after a session, which can help them fall asleep more easily or sleep more deeply.

Yes, Floaten is also suitable for beginners. At Koan Float, you receive an explanation beforehand and have your own Floatroom with a private shower. You decide how you experience the session, for example with or without light and music.

During your first Floatsession, the team will explain everything beforehand. After that, you have your own Floatroom with a private shower. You float on warm salty water and can decide whether you want to start the session with light or music. The most important thing is to take your time to get used to the experience and relax.

If you are claustrophobic, you can experience Floaten in a way that feels comfortable for you. You decide whether to keep the light or music on and can ease into the session step by step. The Koan Float team explains everything calmly beforehand so you can start with confidence.

You do not need to bring much for a Floatsession at Koan Float. Towels, care products and earplugs are available. Swimwear is optional; you can Float in the way that feels most comfortable for you.

Arrive about 15 minutes before your appointment, eat enough but not too heavily, and avoid coffee, alcohol or other substances beforehand. It is best not to shave or wax shortly before Floaten, as salt water may feel sensitive on the skin.

Yes, Floaten during your period is possible. Follow the same precautions as you would when swimming and choose what feels comfortable for you.

Floaten is not allowed if you have large, unhealed skin wounds, epilepsy, or if you have used alcohol or drugs. If you are unsure because of a medical condition, pregnancy or recent childbirth, please contact Koan Float beforehand or consult your doctor.

Red Light Therapy, also known as photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive treatment using red and near-infrared light. The light works with specific wavelengths, such as 660 nm and 850 nm, and can gently support the skin, muscles and tissue. During the session, you lie comfortably in a Red Light Therapy bed while the light shines on the body.

Red Light Therapy can contribute to skin improvement, relaxation, pain relief, better circulation, support for wound healing, reduction of inflammation, a positive effect on mood, better sleep quality and faster recovery after exercise. The treatment feels warm and comfortable and fits well with a moment of rest and recovery.

Red Light Therapy can support the skin because the light may stimulate cell renewal and collagen production. Many people choose Red Light Therapy as an addition to skincare, relaxation and recovery.

Red Light Therapy can support muscle recovery because the light can penetrate deeper into the skin and underlying tissue. The treatment is often chosen after exercise or when extra recovery and relaxation are needed.

Red Light Therapy works with specific light wavelengths aimed at supporting the skin, muscles and recovery. An infrared sauna is mainly about heat and sweating. Red Light Therapy therefore focuses more on light, while an infrared sauna is primarily a heat treatment.

Red Light Therapy uses specific light wavelengths that can penetrate the skin. This can support cell renewal, collagen production, muscle recovery and energy levels. At Koan Float, a full-body Red Light Therapy bed is used, treating the entire body in one session.

Specific wavelengths are used for Red Light Therapy. The presentation mentions 660 nm, 850 nm and 940 nm, among others. These wavelengths are used because they can penetrate deeper into the skin and underlying tissue.

A full-body Red Light Therapy bed treats the entire body at once, from head to toe. This makes the session comfortable, efficient and suitable for guests looking for relaxation, recovery and full-body support. The bed is designed for comfort, with a pleasant lying position, air circulation and a calm wellness experience.

Red Light Therapy is not suitable if you have contagious skin conditions, serious heart or kidney disease, a pacemaker, pregnancy, menstruation, sensitivity to sunlight or after alcohol or drug use. If in doubt, always consult your doctor or therapist.

Arrive about 10 minutes before your appointment so you can enter calmly and prepare for the session. It is best not to wear clothing during the treatment, so the light can work directly on the skin. Protective goggles are available and important to use.

Yes, it is best if your skin is clean before Red Light Therapy. Preferably remove make-up, body lotion, perfume and heavy skincare products so the light can reach the skin as effectively as possible.

Yes, we recommend removing jewellery before the session. This helps you lie more comfortably and allows the light to shine more directly on the skin.

Yes, your hair should be dry before entering the Red Light Therapy room. If you are coming from a Floatsession, there is usually about 20 minutes between treatments so you can shower, get dressed and dry your hair completely.

During Red Light Therapy, you wear protective goggles to protect your eyes from the bright light. The goggles are available at Koan Float and are used during the session.