Floatation tank manufacturer rests easy with custom enclosures

In recent years, we, as a society, have begun to place much-needed emphasis on the importance of mental health and the reduction of stress. We’ve seen the de-stigmatisation of therapy and the rise in popularity of meditation and mindfulness. Spa treatments have also grown
in popularity, in particular the practice of “flotation-REST”, whereby the practitioner isolates themselves in a floatation pod as a means of relaxation.

The use of flotation tanks (or sensory deprivation tanks) was first developed in 1954 in the US, and began to enjoy commercial success
by the early 1970s. Famous practitioners include John Lennon; NFH Superbowl winners, the New England Patriots; and even Sheldon and Amy Cooper in the popular sitcom, The Big Bang Theory.

While the practice started across the pond, its popularity has grown throughout Europe
and many of the UK’s leading spas now offer float therapy sessions. In fact, the UK has led the way in the development and design of floatation pods for almost 20 years, thanks to floatation tank specialists, i-sopod Float Tanks.

Tim Strudwick, Director of i-sopod,
explains: “The original floatation tanks were rather daunting-looking wooden boxes, which didn’t have mass appeal. After running a float therapy centre for a few years, I began to realise that I had a blueprint of how NOT to build a float tank."

Read the full article in DPA's February 2025 issue