YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE

Choose Your
Training Path.

Every sauna master is different. Some want to build strong fundamentals, others prepare for competitions or train entire wellness teams. Start with the course that matches your current level and your goals.

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COURSE 01 • THE FOUNDATION
Every great sauna master starts with understanding.

Introduction
to Aufguss.

"What actually makes an Aufguss unforgettable?"

Every great sauna master starts with the same question.

This course builds the foundation every professional needs. You'll understand how the sauna works, how heat affects the human body, how to guide guests with confidence and how to work safely inside one of the world's most demanding environments.

We don't begin with towel tricks.

We begin with understanding the principles behind every unforgettable session. Once you understand why, every technique becomes easier to master.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
— Understanding what Aufguss really is
— How heat affects the human body
— Sauna vs. Infrared explained
— Professional guest communication
— Working safely inside the sauna
— Caring for yourself as a sauna master
 
Duration
3–4 Hours
Available Formats
Individual • Group
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COURSE 02 • MASTERING HEAT
Heat is invisible. Your guests should still feel your control.

Work
With Heat.

"The towel doesn't create heat. It only reveals it."

Heat is the invisible language of every great Aufguss.

In this course you'll discover what really happens after the water touches the stones. Learn how different sauna types behave, how to work efficiently with every stove, and how to create stronger experiences using better technique—not more water.

You'll understand airflow, timing and heat distribution through practical demonstrations that immediately improve the quality of every session.

Master the heat first—and everything else becomes easier.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
— Understanding heat behaviour
— Different sauna & stove types
— Efficient water pouring
— Heat layering & distribution
— Towel techniques for moving heat
— Maximum effect with less water
 
Duration
4–6 Hours
Available Formats
Individual • Group
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COURSE 03 • CLASSIC WAVING
Precision before speed. Technique before tricks.

Waving
Level One.

"Beautiful movements mean nothing if they don't move the heat."

Great waving isn't about looking impressive.

It's about moving heat exactly where you want it, while making every movement feel effortless and natural.

During this course we'll break every fundamental movement into simple, repeatable steps. You'll learn how your body, breathing and towel work together to create efficient airflow instead of unnecessary effort.

These fundamentals will become the foundation for every advanced technique you'll learn later.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
— Correct body posture
— Efficient towel grip
— Airflow fundamentals
— Heat distribution techniques
— Breathing & body movement
— Building smooth transitions
 
Duration
8–16 Hours
Requirement
Bring Your Own Towels
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COURSE 04 • FREESTYLE WAVING
Turn technique into expression.

Waving
Level Two.

"Freestyle isn't about tricks. It's about making technique invisible."

Once you've mastered the fundamentals, it's time to develop your own style.

In this course you'll learn advanced towel throws, transitions and freestyle techniques that add energy, personality and creativity to your performances—without sacrificing heat quality.

Every movement has a purpose. Every trick should improve the guest experience, not distract from it.

Whether you're preparing for freestyle competitions or simply want to surprise your guests, this course will help you perform with confidence and control.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
— Advanced towel throws
— Smooth freestyle transitions
— Partner towel exchanges
— Competition-ready combinations
— Movement flow & rhythm
— Building your personal style
 
Duratio
8–16 Hours
Focus
Freestyle & Competition
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COURSE 05 • LIGHTING & STORYTELLING
Great lighting doesn't steal attention. It guides emotion.

Lighting
for Aufguss.

Modern Aufguss is no longer only about heat and towel techniques.

Light has become one of the strongest storytelling tools available to sauna masters. Whether you're creating your first light show or designing complex emotional scenes, these courses will teach you how to transform technology into part of your performance.

DMX Beginner
8 Hours

Perfect if you're completely new to QuickDMX. You'll learn how to install the software, prepare your laptop, create your first scenes and build a simple, reliable lighting timeline for your performances.

— QuickDMX setup
— Scene creation
— Timeline basics
— Audio synchronization
DMX Pro
8 Hours

Once you're comfortable with the basics, it's time to unlock the full potential of DMX. Learn advanced generators, pixel effects, complex scene building and how to use lighting to strengthen the story and emotions behind every Aufguss.

— Pixel effects
— Advanced generators
— Complex timelines
— Emotional storytelling with light
 
Complete Learning Path
16 Hours Total
Skill Progression
Beginner → Advanced
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COURSE 06 • FRAGRANCE MASTERY
People remember emotions. Fragrance is where they begin.

Fragrance
Mastery.

Aromen Instructor Level 1 & Level 2

"A fragrance should never dominate the experience. It should quietly become part of the memory."

Every scent tells a story.

In this course you'll discover where essential oils come from, how they're produced, how to evaluate their quality and, most importantly, how to use them with purpose inside the sauna.

Learn how different aromas influence emotions, how to blend fragrances naturally and how to create memorable experiences without overwhelming your guests.

Whether you're beginning your journey with essential oils or aiming to become a certified Aromen Instructor, this course provides both practical knowledge and the confidence to explain every fragrance you use.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
— Understanding essential oils
— Oil quality & origins
— Safe sauna application
— Fragrance combinations
— Emotional storytelling with scent
— Choosing aromas with intention
 
Course Structure
Level 1 • Level 2
Aromen Instructor
Certification Path
BEYOND THE COURSES

Not Sure
Where to Start?

Every sauna master, every wellness team and every sauna is different. That's why not every journey follows the same path. Together, we'll create a training experience tailored to your goals, your team and the way you learn best.

A FINAL THOUGHT

Technique Opens
The Door.

 

"Emotion makes people come back."

Every unforgettable performance begins with curiosity.

Whether you're stepping into the sauna for the very first time, coaching an entire wellness team or preparing for the World Championship, the goal is never to become someone else.

It's to understand the principles, discover your own style and create experiences your guests will remember long after they leave the sauna.

Jiří Žákovský
Jiří Žákovský
Mentor • World Champion • Aufguss Educator