Tribe.net. Local Connections JNH http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/135b1e07-bd90-49dd-979e-f301c382f2ae 2008-06-15T22:07:09Z 2007-05-27T20:47:10Z

<div>I downloaded these plans from ebay for $20--how to make your own Floatation Tank for under $2000 ---- I called Home Depot and they've got the 700lbs of salt for the water...but anyway, has anyone had any success with plans like these or any other do it yourself flotation tank plans? <br/>Thanks, <br/>Jonah</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 11 replies </div>

JNH 2007-05-27T20:47:10Z cpr http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/798eb380-816d-43e8-8db5-d9d41d8aff3b 2008-03-14T17:16:54Z 2008-03-14T17:16:54Z

<div>So, Joe Rogan has had a brand new, state of the art, floatation tank built, and he is going to be giving away his previous one.. including installation.. <br/> <br/>http://blog.joerogan.net/archives/225</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

cpr 2008-03-14T17:16:54Z Keith http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/60d3a7d7-7426-47ae-acbd-c5663d576301 2008-02-26T21:55:11Z 2008-02-26T21:55:11Z

<div>Ashland, February, 2008—For those people who practice meditation and tranquility as a process of life and living, a new center for relaxation has floated into downtown Ashland. Zenwest Floatation Center, at 130 A Street, Suite 2, has emerged as a center to promote health and a balanced life by eluding gravity. A truly new experience to those in the Southern Oregon region. <br/> <br/>Zenwest Floatation Center is a new alternative health and meditation experience. Clients spend an hour suspended in a solution of Epsom salt and warm water (93.5 degrees, skin temperature), which is so dense that you float effortlessly. The solution is held in a state of the art free standing unit that is similar in size to a sauna room. <br/> <br/>Why Float? The experience improves athletic performance and shortens recovery time for muscles. Floating also strengthens the immune system, alleviates pain and speeds healing. Mental benefits include increased creativity, heightened self-awareness and a simple fast method to an incredibly deep meditative state. <br/> <br/>Zenwest Floatation Center is housed in an oasis of peace and tranquility, a relaxing environment, with two floatation units for rent by the hour. <br/> <br/>Floatation involves lying on your back on 10 inches of a dense Epsom salt solution. The solution is so dense that you float spontaneously, like a cork, effortlessly, and warmed to skin temperature. The room is insulated against light and sound providing a profoundly restful and stress relieving environment. <br/> <br/>The units include a large upright door opening for easy access, internal soft lighting with air switch for easy customer control and built in speakers for optimum sound quality that enhances the floating experience. <br/> <br/>For more information about the benefits of floating, or about the Zenwest Floatation Center, check out www.zenwest.net, call 541-488-5551, or visit 130 A Street, Suite 2, Ashland, OR. <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

Keith 2008-02-26T21:55:11Z Ganymed http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/edbbf684-4dbe-4037-a684-d483630ba440 2008-01-19T21:44:04Z 2007-11-29T03:03:43Z

<div>In early 1990th I took a couple of times some hour in an isolation tank of a brain studio for mind expansion. It felt like becoming one with the cosm, and I liked it, although it didn't fully satisfy me, since I felt a little lost in the tank. Unfortunately the studio closed its doors already a year later, and there is no other location with isolation tanks nearby. <br/> <br/>Although I own some vintage opto-acoustical mind machines, this is not the same, and in my small flat I have no space for a tank. <br/> <br/>A year ago on an esoterics convention I found a friend who had a trance suit. The suit covered the whole body and was of very soft bluish latex. The brand name was something with "Orgon" in its name, but I don't remember well the rest. The head was covered by a hood of the same material; it had no eye holes and was inflatable like the rest of the suit. I had 2 times the occasion to try it out for a few hours in his single room flat, and I found this even much more satisfying than the tank. The sensation in this inflated suit on his bed was so wonderful gentle and mellow, where the tank gave only sheer void and emptiness. IMO this experience is far superior to isolation tanks. Another benefit of such a suit versus tank is that it fits in its small plastic container even into the smallest flat. The hood also contained 2 yellow LEDs in front of the eyes, those light shone though its beige inner latex skin; this way the hood could be connected to the cable of a mind machine, but the battery was dead, so I didn't use it. The friend explained that these suits needs to be washed and cared after use and then had to dry for some hours on the bed before putting it back into its box. But it is clearly worth the effort. <br/> <br/>The suit was stored rolled up in a bluish plastic container, which was a kind of oval with round ends (between a big pill and a rugby ball) and had the golden brand logo on it. (It may have been something like "Orgon-!Ra", but the 2nd part may also have been foreign characters.) However my friend was a little strange; he seemed to be some kind of cultist, and after he moved to another city, I never heard of him again. Now I want to buy my own trance suit, but which one is best? I already googled for info, but all I found on the web was this FAQ about trance suit use in autism therapy: http://autismforum.net/forums/forum_viewtopic.php?19.1947 <br/> <br/> <br/>Which company makes nowadays the best trance suits? <br/> <br/>I could not find a suit company named with "Orgon" - have they gone out of business? :( The closest looking suit to what my friend had is a model by Reactor Rubberwear with integrated mittens, which is ugly black with no feet and has the absurd name "Inflatable Slave bodysuit". But how durable are they? The FAQ does not recommend the company. Is their molded latex material really so much worse than Cocoon? The thing is pretty expensive, and before I pay too much, I look for more opinions. Is there perhaps a cheaper company that makes the same type of trance suits? <br/> <br/>Years ago someone emailed me photos of a light pink trance suit variant that matches it even closer than the mentioned Reactor suit. See it in my gallery: http://www.hipgallery.com/photopost2/showgallery.php?cat=500&amp;ppuser=90388 <br/> <br/>But does anybody know who made it? Or was this specimen completely custom-made?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 2 replies </div>

Ganymed 2007-11-29T03:03:43Z ).(KANE)*( http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/04087bf9-0ddd-4a6d-bfe6-8aa9b35562ed 2008-01-16T21:53:48Z 2007-01-25T00:52:46Z

<div>http://www.floatdreams.com is the US distributor for Samadhi Tanks. <br/>http://www.floatdreams.com/wheretofloat.htm is the link to find local tanks. <br/> <br/>May love continue to expand your Creation, <br/> <br/>Kane <br/>http://www.floatmatrix.com - San Francisco <br/>http://tribes.tribe.net/floatsf - tribe</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 9 replies </div>

).(KANE)*( 2007-01-25T00:52:46Z Frankie http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/bb40b0cc-9b49-49a0-81b3-09402525d883 2008-01-02T00:49:21Z 2008-01-02T00:49:21Z

<div>News articles, scientific research, 40+ testimonials, US float center directory and more - www.floatforhealth.net <br/> <br/>p.s. If you want to interact or submit your own info, check out the new blog www.floatation-tank.com <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

Frankie 2008-01-02T00:49:21Z JayKay http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/24bbb75b-5df3-4877-b620-8212fa241a3b 2007-11-01T13:45:00Z 2007-10-30T22:18:52Z

<div>Hi to all you floating folk. <br/> <br/>I am recently interested in the work of leary &amp; Lilly. From what I gather, John Lilly combined isolation tank &amp; LSD in order to facilitate self metaprogramming. As Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds is banned by the Powers that Be, can metaprogramming be achieved without entheogens in a floatation tank? Is there anybody out there that uses floatation for this purpose. I am especially interested in hearing from practitioners. <br/> <br/>Fare well &amp; Go forth and multiply. <br/> <br/>Jay.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 1 reply </div>

JayKay 2007-10-30T22:18:52Z bloobuoy http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/56fbfc19-60a2-43f1-803a-d982fee7312b 2007-06-11T15:20:16Z 2007-06-11T15:20:16Z

<div>http://www.floatationtankassociation.net/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

bloobuoy 2007-06-11T15:20:16Z bloobuoy http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/30af45a5-7f52-4017-8f0c-936c4d240d7a 2007-06-11T15:16:42Z 2007-06-11T15:16:42Z

<div>Look no further - I've now visited 15 times and it just gets better and better - http://www.floatworks.com - it's the most amazing experience ever!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

bloobuoy 2007-06-11T15:16:42Z http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/0f9157c2-4060-4a2e-b920-089f38189d8d 2007-04-19T00:13:21Z 2007-04-19T00:13:21Z

<div>Hi Everyone, <br/> I have one samadhi classic tank in the sunset district in SF and am looking for a group of interested floaters to keep it going. My rates are hands down the cheapest you will find in the bay area (up to half what others charge) if you purchase a package. I am also an I yengar Yoga teacher in training and my space (it is a shared house) doubles as a mini yoga studio for individual instruction in all the eight limbs of yoga. I am very interested in a a small group of regular practioners as both yoga and floating are a process which we must undergo to reap the full benefits of, though everyone is welcome of course! Anyone interested please contact me at athafloatation@gmail.com. <br/>Namaste, <br/>B</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

2007-04-19T00:13:21Z beb http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/b5d0ae48-4412-4488-a34f-2f9acefa22c5 2007-03-04T04:19:53Z 2007-03-04T04:19:53Z

<div>I have been dreaming of finding someplace to get a float tank set up here where I live (in Boise, Idaho), since there has not been a place to float here for 12+ years (that I know of). I was thinking a few years ago that it might work well to establish a "float co-op", where a group of people pool resources and purchase a tank, a space to put it, and the needed accouterments (shower, towels, etc). Everyone pays monthly dues to help cover costs, everyone agrees to respect the rules (always shower well beforehand, keep the tank clean, etc.) This would be ideal in many ways: <br/> <br/>1) Less cost <br/>2) Most people I know currently have no place to locate a tank @ home <br/>3) Getting to share the float experience with others! Share the love! :) <br/> <br/> <br/>Of course there are potential downsides, especially if some of the people involved want to bail out, but with a fair contractual agreement much of these risks could be mitigated. There are also some legal risks if someone were to drown or somehow hurt themselves in the tank, but this might be able to be addressed by creating a LLP and/or having everyone sigh legal waivers. I'd want to stick to people I know I could trust, and who are responsible for their own actions. In many ways it would be the same as any other commercial float center, but just not-for-profit. <br/> <br/>Has anyone here tried this float co-op idea before? <br/> <br/>Any ideas or thoughts? <br/> <br/>thanks! <br/> <br/>-beb</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

beb 2007-03-04T04:19:53Z David http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/31781756-812c-4a79-a6e6-702b140618b0 2007-03-03T21:45:07Z 2007-03-03T21:45:07Z

<div>here is the wiki URL recounting the flowtation experiences of the inner circle. I am not able to post a link of the university sponsored research till its finished, nor do I know it off he top of my head. The wiki url is http://hailthefloaters.pbwiki.com &amp;lt;&amp;lt;look but don't touch, the university has their reservations.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

David 2007-03-03T21:45:07Z unsubscribed_user http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/f46d4eb7-44cd-41bb-a579-aec5a7ec7f5f 2007-02-24T03:13:32Z 2005-02-19T17:16:01Z

<div>I'd like to hear more about everyone's personal experiences with floating - past, present, and future. <br/> <br/>There are dozens of us here - please tell us why are you here (certainly not to let everyone *else* do all the talking!), and what you like or don't like about floating. Has floating changed your life or is it just a relaxing escape? Does anyone use it professionally? <br/> <br/>Please share! <br/> <br/> - Dreamer</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 14 replies </div>

unsubscribed_user 2005-02-19T17:16:01Z chrisodell http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/55fa6ee5-fea7-41b9-89eb-617983c833e9 2007-02-23T10:02:32Z 2007-02-23T10:02:32Z

<div>I never could find the clip on the net, so I broke out and transfered my old vhs of the hilarious SNL parody of Altered States. I think you guys will enjoy. <br/>------------ <br/> <br/> <br/>Bill Murray plays Walter Cronkite in a parody of the movie Altered States. <br/> <br/>http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=5710001760516611308</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

chrisodell 2007-02-23T10:02:32Z ).(KANE)*( http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/6f8afec1-d594-4526-9c84-3e0fdb426f58 2006-12-13T23:34:50Z 2006-12-13T23:34:50Z

<div>Attention to anyone looking for: <br/> <br/>Healing <br/>DeStressing <br/>Deep States of Meditation <br/>Self Hypnosis <br/>Sleep Recovery <br/>Super Learning <br/>Self Realization <br/>and so much more <br/> <br/>Come and Experience the True Form Who You Are. <br/>www.floatmatrix.com or <br/>(415) 292-4490</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

).(KANE)*( 2006-12-13T23:34:50Z Kristalicious http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/ec8a89b5-1527-4cd3-9d17-bf7c5beaec22 2006-11-27T20:21:47Z 2006-11-27T20:21:47Z

<div>Anyone know where to float in Utah?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

Kristalicious 2006-11-27T20:21:47Z patasapien http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/09cc4ea6-4a30-454f-a26e-e90ea8306508 2006-09-05T23:36:09Z 2006-05-01T22:45:39Z

<div>Hi , I have been wanting to float for a while. There was a place that had tanks when I lived in Seattle, but I never got around to it, now that I am ready to do it, I no longer live in Seattle. <br/>Does anyone know where to float in or near Eugene Oregon? <br/> <br/>thanks, <br/> <br/>Isaac</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 2 replies </div>

patasapien 2006-05-01T22:45:39Z chrisodell http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/02fe75f1-6aa2-487e-b419-1e5f3d0c23a3 2006-08-30T08:06:48Z 2006-08-30T08:06:48Z

<div>http://www.thefloatcenter.com/ <br/> <br/>i have been there a few times, very cool place.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

chrisodell 2006-08-30T08:06:48Z MaGrownwell http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/01bbaa88-3d08-440f-9eaa-375344bddfb7 2006-08-23T08:50:17Z 2006-08-20T18:20:07Z

<div>i'll soon be traveling to haiku maui for an internship at the kahua institute, a tantric retreat owned by the woman whom john lily spent the last 10 years of his life organizing cetacean interactions with. i've not spoken to her yet on whether or not there are any float tanks there, but my feeling is, of course there are, as john was the man who called them into existance. does anyone have any further info on kahua, dolphins, or tanks? any connections on maui? any comments on john lily? i have to say, he's the reason i'm going, sort of following a ghost, sort of lead by a ghost. <br/>much love, <br/>sara</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 1 reply </div>

MaGrownwell 2006-08-20T18:20:07Z harridan http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/ebcd0ed6-f148-4328-97d3-5da8d1989999 2006-08-13T22:42:31Z 2006-08-13T22:42:16Z

<div>I was a teenager the first time I got into a sensory deprivation tank but this is the place I would go to - and after all these years, it is still there. It's near DePaul University. They claim to be the oldest floatation center in the U.S. if not the world....Here's a kind of funny article about it that was published recently..... <br/> <br/>http://www.chicagoreader.com/features/stories/antisocial/060811/ <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

harridan 2006-08-13T22:42:16Z mrfloatie http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/93656d84-a7c2-43c3-87c1-f3585e615e92 2006-08-09T23:28:06Z 2005-09-28T01:35:48Z

<div>Floatation Location is a float center located on the Venice Beach boardwalk in Southern California reaching out to members of this tribe to visit the facility and try out their tanks. In this effort, we started a tribe for our clients and floating afficiandos everywhere. Go to floationlocation.tribe.net for a special discount offer only available to Tribe members. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 2 replies </div>

mrfloatie 2005-09-28T01:35:48Z FireWolf94114 http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/488e506c-e9ee-4832-a70a-f4b8acbd4bcd 2006-07-28T04:55:16Z 2006-04-22T16:35:29Z

<div>Does anyone know of Floatation Tanks in San Francisco? I have tried calling Floatnation but the tel# on their website doesn't work and I cant find any other reference to them in the online phone books. Thanks </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 5 replies </div>

FireWolf94114 2006-04-22T16:35:29Z raymond http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/599ee66a-712f-42cf-beae-564de91afeaf 2006-07-24T23:57:23Z 2006-07-24T23:57:23Z

<div>greetings: <br/> <br/>do anyone know where to float in san diego? <br/> <br/>thanks, <br/> <br/>raymond <br/> <br/>silat@ronin.org</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

raymond 2006-07-24T23:57:23Z calvesto http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/76b03c02-eb76-4803-93f8-1aeb3386ff96 2006-01-22T03:56:01Z 2005-12-09T22:54:28Z

<div>This is one of my dreams, build a tank that has a deep portion just big enough to stand in so that I can do bodywork on the floater. I've done some work inside the tank I built as well as tandem floats. It is amazing and powerfull stuff. Anyone else ever have any experiences with these things.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 5 replies </div>

calvesto 2005-12-09T22:54:28Z shannon http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/29e4d4fd-11c0-4a2d-b213-5a6b3bd0a1a3 2006-01-22T03:47:47Z 2005-12-18T09:37:57Z

<div>I used to float years ago and am looking to find a tank in the Philly area. Any suggestions? <br/> <br/>Thanks, <br/>Shannon</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 1 reply </div>

shannon 2005-12-18T09:37:57Z kyron http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/ee809087-ef50-4ba5-9780-22853dde519b 2005-12-09T19:04:28Z 2005-12-09T19:04:28Z

<div>I thought this would be of interest to this group, specially those in the general LA area: <br/> <br/>XICOCO SHAMANIC ARTS <br/> <br/>We have the only public Samadhi Floatation Tank in California's Inland Empire region. The Tank is a powerful tool for relaxation, journeying, meditation, manifestation, and self- transformation. <br/> <br/>We welcome you to our center at <br/>18791 Van Buren Blvd. #D, Riverside, CA, 92508. <br/>Our phone number is (951) 776-4000. <br/>website: www.xicoco.com <br/> <br/>The float tank is a little larger around than a twin sized bed and chest high. It contains 10" of water to which so much epsom salts have been added, that when you get in and lie on your back, you are pushed to the surface so you float like a cork, weightless as an astronaut in space. There is a lightweight door that you can leave open, or if you want to get rid of the distractions of noise and light you can close the door. <br/> <br/>You can deal with pain relief, muscle aches, insomnia, creative blocks, career choices, business plans, design problems, rejection, mental chatter, or most important - nothing at all...when you float. <br/> <br/>It is sometimes said that the floatation tank is a sensory isolation chamber. The term "sensory deprivation" describes areas of scientific research that consider the effects of reduced environmental stimulation. The words are an unfortunate choice for those of us who are presenting the floating experience as something pleasant, attractive and relaxing. We notice that people run away from us when they hear the possibility of any form of deprivation. <br/> <br/>As a result we are careful to point out that the senses are fully operational and in fact, the senses are very pleased to be relieved from the prevalent atmosphere of sensory overload. Stimulus reduction is an accurate description of the tank environment. <br/> <br/>Private 1-hour floats available for $45 or save up to $17/session by purchasing a multiple float package. BONUS: Your 9th float is free!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

kyron 2005-12-09T19:04:28Z tattooshaman http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/fcbd8178-5bdb-42b9-b7c9-5227773a0555 2005-12-04T08:04:02Z 2005-08-27T15:15:27Z

<div>Howdy. Anyone have a tank in Northern California or Southern Oregon they'd like to sell? I am NOT wealthy, but thought that asking couldn't hurt. <br/> <br/>How about useful plans for building such, with a list of current suppliers of pumps, UV, salts, etc.? <br/> <br/>Any help would be welcome. Tribe message me with particulars please. <br/> <br/>Peace <br/> <br/>T</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 2 replies </div>

tattooshaman 2005-08-27T15:15:27Z gavin http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/1c6c6058-7d02-4e37-800e-0543992683e1 2005-11-28T16:28:13Z 2005-01-20T15:26:26Z

<div>Anyone know of any tanks in/near baltimore? <br/> <br/>Love <br/>Live <br/>Gavin</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 1 reply </div>

gavin 2005-01-20T15:26:26Z ra_in_sf http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/d2e7dd91-9c2d-4d63-b6c6-4b09f113de41 2005-09-13T00:54:16Z 2005-09-13T00:54:16Z

<div>I was wondering if any of you have been to FloatNation in the Lower Haight in SF. I'd like to go there and wanted to ensure it's a good setup, etc.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

ra_in_sf 2005-09-13T00:54:16Z jugnska http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/20893b53-5021-46c9-8712-22b6d7de6912 2005-08-29T23:12:41Z 2005-08-26T06:42:47Z

<div>has anyone ever floated in a vertical tank? i've never floated before, either horizontally or vertically, but it would seem that having more skin submerged underwater would be better? or is the air so warm you won't notice?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 4 replies </div>

jugnska 2005-08-26T06:42:47Z Cube http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/af97a54f-c28f-4e95-bf03-baf508dddcb0 2005-05-19T17:21:27Z 2005-05-17T06:35:06Z

<div>I just found two tribes dedicated to floating and must continue my role as an evangelist for sensory deprivation experimentation by shamelessly plugging my friend's float tank and float experience business. I'm talking about FLOATATION LOCATION at 801 Ocean Front Walk in Venice, California 90291 (310) 255-1905. It's right on the world famous boardwalk, where the beach, the ocean, and the sunset are closer than where you park your car. <br/>I am encouraging my friend Andy to join tribe.net as a great way to bring his tanks and my fellow floating fanatics together. This post is a start in that direction. Looking for both questions, answers, and ideas for FLOATATION LOCATION in Venice and thoughts on how a new floatation center can get exposure for this unique service/product/experience.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 2 replies </div>

Cube 2005-05-17T06:35:06Z focuskid http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/c384a9ae-40c5-417d-84a3-6788af40b45c 2005-03-26T18:07:32Z 2005-03-26T18:07:32Z

<div>I'm still looking around for ways to build a float tank cheaply and without too many exotic materials. Plastic water storage tanks may be the answer (the kind farmers use). I've checked some out and there a some that are about 4 by 8 feet in size. <br/> <br/>I'm still trying to figure out the internal weight capacity and how to adapt the tank to my plans. The square type tank seems to the ideal shape but I think it will need reinforcing. I'm considering two design options: one of them intergrates my bed on top of a somewhat short tank. <br/> <br/>Has anybody considered or built a tank this way? <br/> <br/>Thanks in advance.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

focuskid 2005-03-26T18:07:32Z focuskid http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/21243813-a0da-420b-93e7-5ab7d15a894a 2005-03-18T20:13:16Z 2004-10-22T00:28:35Z

<div>Greetings and salutations fellow floaters! This is my first post to this group. I hope to hear from you all, especialy about your experiences and ideas on floating. <br/> <br/>As you all probably know, owning a float tank of your own seems to be a rich man's game so I've been looking for ways to build my own. I own a condo on the third floor of a building and the thought of 800 lbs of epsom salts inside 150 lbs tank scares me a little. <br/> <br/>Does anybody have experiences or ideas that relate to my situation. Thanks in advance. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 3 replies </div>

focuskid 2004-10-22T00:28:35Z ra_in_sf http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/3659dcea-2148-4730-8acb-6089dda52159 2005-03-18T20:09:48Z 2005-01-03T08:46:34Z

<div>I hope to experience a SD tank sometime soon. <br/> <br/>Just wondering if any of you have advice for maximizing the experience and are there any precautions I should take? <br/> <br/>Thanks in advance</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 6 replies </div>

ra_in_sf 2005-01-03T08:46:34Z unsubscribed_user http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/d92aed1b-47e2-453b-8d14-507ab9f0ae7f 2005-01-03T14:57:30Z 2005-01-03T14:57:30Z

<div>Has anyone here ever used light/sound machines either before or after (or during!) a float?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

unsubscribed_user 2005-01-03T14:57:30Z unsubscribed_user http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/42c19b71-644d-4434-b904-8680530100f5 2004-12-09T18:16:49Z 2004-11-15T18:41:35Z

<div>For those who have already floated, I'm interested in knowing where and when it was. How did you come to hear about it? What prompted you to do it? Also, what was it like for you and anything else related you'd like to share. <br/> <br/>As for myself, my first time was around 1985 in Los Angeles at a place called Altered States (named after the 1980 movie). I went by myself without knowing anything about floating. Nothing. Nada. Zip. Hadn't seen the movie. I just read an advertisement that said something to the effect of 'take a week's vacation in an hour'. There was a buy three get one free offer so I thought I'd go for it. <br/> <br/>It was located in an apartment building in West Hollywood. From what I recall, they had placed it in an apartment. The living room was the reception room and they had about three or four other rooms that were converted into float rooms. I greeted warmly and given a thorough and gentle introduction. Then I was shown the room, the tank, and shower area. The carpets were all crusty from the epsom salts. <br/> <br/>I showered and got into the tank. It was lovely and warm. I'm not claustrophobic so had no issue with closing the door. It took about 20 minutes - I think - before I trusted the extremely buoyant water to hold my head without concern that my eyes would submerge. When I finally relaxed my neck, that's when the journey began. Having experience with both meditation and psychedelics, I was able to handle the dream-like state with easy and found it very enjoyable. I felt I went places I hadn't been before. At first there were many 'thoughts' about my life. Things I had to do and things I had to say to people. Gratually it all left me and I had a deeply relaxing experience. There was no music, just a very light knock on the door to let me know my time was up. <br/> <br/>After the float and shower, I was invited to sit in the comfortable waiting area and explore reading material. I was also encouraged to read about other people's experiences in the journals there and record my own. There were multi-colored pens and pencils for drawing as well. I really did feel completely relaxed and the effect did last for several days afterward. <br/> <br/>I went back several times, sometimes with friends. Eventually they closed, I never heard why. Since that time I've floated in other locations around L.A., the Netherlands, the U.K., and Ireland. Of the various places, Altered States was one of the best. I've been in a number of different types of tanks &amp; float rooms and found the Samadhi to be the best. I'll continue to float whenever the opportunity arises. <br/> <br/>- Dreamer</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 1 reply </div>

unsubscribed_user 2004-11-15T18:41:35Z unsubscribed_user http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/22fb768d-ba2f-489f-848b-6e900477a698 2004-12-05T02:53:31Z 2004-10-21T12:04:25Z

<div>"The Book of Floating - Exploring the Private Sea", originally written by Michael Hutchison in 1984, has recently been republished by Gateways Books and Tapes, Nevada City, California. <br/> <br/>www.gatewaysbooksandtapes.com <br/> <br/>I presume it's also available at all the usual places, Amazon, etc. <br/> <br/>this is really a fabulous book, although a bit on the left-brain side of things. There is an updated forward by Lee Perry of the Samadhi Tank Company and also a newly added chapter at the back (written in 2003) describing Michael's amazing recent story of recovery with the tank after a terrible accident. <br/> <br/>I recommend this book to anyone interested in the subject. <br/> <br/> - Dreamer</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 3 replies </div>

unsubscribed_user 2004-10-21T12:04:25Z unsubscribed_user http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/1be18381-d592-46cb-a60f-a902ddf133d8 2004-11-15T18:49:46Z 2004-10-21T11:46:37Z

<div> <br/>When someone is “floating”, they are buoyantly relaxing in a supine position (lying down, face up) in a 12” deep solution of water that is saturated with 364kgs. of Epsom salts. The water is soft and silky to the touch. The floater’s body is fully and evenly supported with the face clear of the surface. Due to the high specific gravity of the solution (ten times more dense and buoyant than sea water), one’s body floats effortlessly and weightlessly on the surface, as if in "zero-gravity”, giving the floater a sensation of total weightlessness in an environment that is both lightproof and soundproof. Due to the air and water being maintained at exactly skin temperature (34.8°C), there is also no sensation of touch. Floating is a calming and deeply relaxing experience. It is the closest thing on Earth to being free from the forces of gravity (in fact, NASA has employed the floatation technique to simulate weightlessness and isolation for space research). For many people, the experience is a genuinely transformative one. <br/> <br/>The floatation tank itself is a computer-controlled environmental chamber, insulated from external light, sound and temperature. The chamber is fitted with an underwater stereo sound system, ventilation system, and air-button controls for the tank’s light and comfort control systems. Audio input to the floatation chamber may either be used for enjoyment or for a variety of therapeutic, motivational or training applications. Many people choose complete silence for their floating experience. <br/> <br/>The tank has an automated filtration and ultraviolet sterilisation system to keep the water clean and sanitised between each floatation session. <br/> <br/>A commercial floatation session lasts about 60 minutes. New floaters receive a comprehensive introduction to floating, after which little or no supervision is required for subsequent sessions. It usually takes about fifteen minutes to enter the first deep stage of relaxation. The remaining 45 minutes of a typical hour-long session seem to pass quickly and effortlessly. Within a few minutes a floating person can reach a depth of relaxation that would otherwise take many years to achieve by classical meditation techniques. While floating, some people contemplate their feelings, some have wonderfully vivid daydreams and insights, some even fall asleep! Music and light are used at the end-of-session to inform the floater that the time is up. <br/> <br/>After a session, floaters are advised to sit quietly for a few minutes to reorient themselves. They may be offered journaling or art supplies in the event they are feeling expressive and want to document or communicate their experience. <br/> <br/>The floatation tank has been designed to minimize the effects of light, sound, gravity and touch. The reduced sensory input allows the mind and body to naturally take an inward journey towards its own peaceful and undisturbed state. This journey creates new levels of relaxation and awareness. Using floatation, the body and mind become more relaxed - more quickly - than in any other natural state.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 1 reply </div>

unsubscribed_user 2004-10-21T11:46:37Z Ryan http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/3225680d-fc38-42fc-bbbc-b3e9078fc86e 2004-10-27T17:45:09Z 2004-10-26T04:07:44Z

<div>Hey all.... <br/>I was wondering, does anybody know of any kind of technology out there that would keep the floater away from the walls and centered inside the tank, without disturbing the float? Lately i've been drifting into the walls and jolting myself out of orbit. <br/>Thanx</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 2 replies </div>

Ryan 2004-10-26T04:07:44Z unsubscribed_user http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/7f4b5837-b25e-4835-8ad7-5be1dda797a7 2004-10-22T14:30:24Z 2004-10-22T14:30:24Z

<div>I came across this website that is listing used tanks for sale. I'm currently seeing prices from $3,500 and up. A bargain when you consider new ones are $13,000+ <br/> <br/>http://www.floatation.com/usedtanks.html <br/> <br/> - Dreamer</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

unsubscribed_user 2004-10-22T14:30:24Z unsubscribed_user http://AlteredStates.tribe.net/thread/9b81fe0b-b9f3-4aed-bb80-df2cd29dd5e0 2004-10-21T11:52:25Z 2004-10-21T11:52:25Z

<div> <br/>Individuals receive several benefits from floating, not the least of which is the dedicated personal time guaranteed by the booking of a private space for just over an hour. The physiological benefits of deep states of pleasant relaxation, freedom from stress, relief from pain and refocusing of the mind are clinically and scientifically documented and experienced by nearly everyone who tries it. <br/> <br/>Studies have repeatedly demonstrated that regular use of floatation has many positive effects, including: <br/> <br/>• general reduction of anxiety and improved feeling of wellness <br/>• lowering of blood pressure <br/>• assisting the body to cleanse itself of lactic acid and other body wastes <br/>• improving athletic performance <br/>• speeding recuperation after exercise (overworked, strained, or injured muscles and joints) <br/>• relieving pain from injury and ailments such as chronic joint pain (arthritis), and tension headaches <br/>• speeding up the healing/recovery progress of injuries <br/>• relieving “jet-lag” and general fatigue <br/>• increasing energy <br/>• producing relaxation without drowsiness <br/>• increasing physical range-of-motion <br/>• decreasing muscle tonus (tension) <br/>• allowing the mind to learn information more rapidly and comprehensively (accelerated learning) <br/>• improving concentration, memory, and efficiency <br/>• expanding awareness and enhancing mental clarity and focus <br/>• enhancing creativity, and problem solving (and improving the quality of these endeavours) <br/>• deepening meditation and aiding exploration of expanded states of consciousness <br/>• greatly improving addictive/compulsive behaviour modification efforts (such as weight loss/management, quitting smoking, and overcoming alcohol &amp; drug addictions) <br/>• increasing the ease and effectiveness of conquering phobias <br/>• alleviating mental and physical stress <br/>• reducing pregnancy-related tension, increasing awareness of and connection to the baby <br/>• strengthening the immune system <br/>• helping to prevent stress-related disease <br/>• stimulating the healing process of stress-related diseases <br/>• it just feels good! <br/> <br/>And all without undesirable side-effects. <br/> <br/>These and many other measurable effects continue long after one leaves the tank. The body, mind, and spirit feel refreshed for days and weeks afterward. The effects are cumulative. The more frequently people float and discover these benefits, the more they enjoy it.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://AlteredStates.tribe.net">~Floatation~</a> - 0 replies </div>

unsubscribed_user 2004-10-21T11:52:25Z