OUR STORY

Why We Float

Modern life is demanding—leaving us overstimulated, stressed, and often disconnected from ourselves. At Float Seattle, we believe the answer to this overwhelm lies in the simplicity of Floatation-R.E.S.T. (Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy). Imagine a life where stress melts away, meditation becomes effortless, and chronic pain is managed without invasive treatments. That’s the power of floating.

Floating isn’t just a quick escape; it’s a transformational practice. In a world that demands so much of our minds and bodies, floating is the antidote, offering deep physical and mental rejuvenation in just an hour of effortless weightlessness, suspended in darkness & quietude. By entering the float environment, we’re giving our minds and bodies the chance to achieve the balance we crave and deserve.

At Float Seattle, we’ve created our float spaces as sanctuaries for you to relax, heal, grow, and ultimately reconnect with yourself. Inspired by the power of R.E.S.T., our mission is to make floating accessible to all. We see the impact on our guests every day—from first-time floaters to seasoned practitioners—and we’re here to lift you up, one float at a time.

OWNER/DIRECTOR OF GROWTH

Andrew is PNW born-and-raised and an explorer at heart. Over the last decade, he has developed practices around float tanks, spiritual herbalism, meditation, and yoga, to help turn depression and self-doubt into meaning and purpose. Andrew sees floating in particular as the most accessible tool in the modern world to tap into our true potential - no prerequisites required to experience the benefits. It does this by helping to reliably de-stress, reduce pain, and reveal an illusive stillness and tranquility within ourselves. From this point of reset, anything is possible.

Andrew’s mission is to provide space for relaxation, healing, and growth for anyone seeking wellness on their own terms. He has facilitated thousands upon thousands of float sessions, and finds joy in connecting with guests daily. Running these float studios is his way of helping people reduce the suffering in their lives and wake up to their own gifts. He is here to serve, and be your humble guide...

OWNER/DIRECTOR OF OPS

Dean has done a little bit of everything. He’s a former chef, student of trans-personal psychology and comparative mythology, professional DJ, local business professional with over twenty years of experience at various non-profit, private, and public sector companies. Having managed lifelong anxiety and depression arising from PTSD Dean originally started floating as a way to deal with overwhelming workplace stress. He quickly came to the conclusion that Flotation Therapy is “basically good for everything” and it has become the “center around which all my wellness practices revolve”. In his downtime he enjoys playing board games, pushing watercolors into paper, cooking elaborate meals, reading anything he can get his hands on, getting out into the wild, and loving on his dogs.

LEAD FLOAT GUIDE / FACILITIES MANAGER

Kara has spent much of her adult life in service of others. Float tanks have allowed her to harmonize her efforts without sacrificing her own needs. Soon after being introduced to floating, it became an essential life tool. Kara found that she could use her time in the tank to ease anxiety and also explore her own inner curiosity and playfulness. Her float practice continues to evolve, and has been instrumental in helping her find a new sense of purpose, balance, and self-love. She finds joy in the details of keeping our studios sparkling clean and cozy so our guests feel right at home. When she’s not facilitating floats, Kara loves spending time on the yoga mat, cooking, drinking tea with friends, and staying in touch with the silly-side of life.

LEAD FLOAT GUIDE / OPERATIONS MANAGER

Ashley is a naturopathic physician, biofeedback practitioner, and certified yoga instructor.  Originally from Florida, she has always had a love of water (and salt), spending her childhood on the sunny beaches in her home state. She began floating as a way to relax both body and mind during her medical residency. Floating has helped her find a renewed sense of peace, increased focus and creativity, and has been an extremely useful tool in recovering from old sports injuries acquired from years as an athlete. Ashley believes that floating provides a blank space for exploration - whether that is reconnecting with ourselves and our goals, sparking inspiration, or just taking a break from it all. Ashley's mission is to help others find their way towards health through lifestyle, mindfulness practices, and integrative approaches to well-being. 

LEAD FLOAT GUIDE / STUDIO SUPERVISOR

Brian is a student of philosophy with a focus on political philosophy, ethics, and Ancient Greek/Roman philosophy in order to answer the question: “What is the good life?” No stranger to introspection, Brian was eager to try floating as soon as he heard of it in 2018 and soon discovered the enormous physical, mental, and spiritual benefits floating can provide. He also aspires to become a larger human through proper diet/nutrition and picking up heavy objects. On his days off he enjoys hitting the trails or being bludgeoned in a mosh pit.

LEAD FLOAT GUIDE

Brandon is a trained Clinical Herbalist specializing in herbal medicine for mental well-being and has a degree in transpersonal psychology and consciousness studies. He has been fascinated with isolation tanks and the science of the mind ever since his first time watching Ken Russell's film, Altered States, way back in the 5th grade. He brings his insight into the nature of the Mind to his practice of floating and enjoys facilitating this profound experience for all the guests of Float Seattle.

FLOAT GUIDE

Wesley loves variety, whether it’s taking wildly different classes as a part time student or working multiple jobs on his quarters off of school. His first float was in 2019 and right away he knew he needed to make it a part of his life and insists all of his closest friends give it try. He is set to finish his major in music education by 2023, with an emphasis in French horn and vocal performance. Most recently he’s been getting his kicks from small engine repair, and you can catch him wheeling through the city on his Honda Cub.

LEAD FLOAT GUIDE / MARKETING & HR MANAGER

Taylor is a recent graduate with a degree in Psychology and Human development & family sciences, our social media content creator, an avid traveler who is always looking for her next getaway and a newbie to floating! She found floating through a friend and had her first float in 2022, where she immediately fell in love with the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits floating offers. She's adopted the tank as a safe space for her to unwind, decompress and recenter, and has found it to be a great tool in managing her anxiety. When she's not in a tank or serving others at work Taylor enjoys being out in nature, cuddling with her puppy, journaling, being creative and stretching out on a yoga mat.

LEAD FLOAT GUIDE / STUDIO SUPERVISOR

Maggie became interested in the mind-body connection after struggling with chronic pain and anxiety for much of her life. She read many self-help books and had tried almost everything the doctors threw at her without much relief. That is, until one chilly January evening in 2018, she found Float Seattle and everything changed. Maggie was hooked from her first float and formed a semi-regular float practice. Upon being hired in 2021, she dug even deeper and discovered her interest in grief and death work. Maggie became curious about how the body stores and remembers events and emotions and how to safely and compassionately release them.

When she’s not looking for the next body of water to hop into (yes, float tanks count) she might be working on her yoga practice, journaling, have her nose stuck in a book, or looking to chat up and connect with the next stranger she meets. If you see Maggie in one of our studios or out on a hike, don’t be too shy to say hi! She may be a rough, tough Clough, but since she’s not from Seattle, she won’t freeze ya out : P #gosox

LEAD FLOAT GUIDE

Abby is a Tik Tok chef, music enthusiast, and an adventurist! She joined our team back in ‘22 and is now our Bellevue studio coordinator and one of our content creators! She began floating to help manage stress and anxiety and believes it is the perfect way to reset and recharge after a stressful week. She enjoys meeting new people, taking care of others, and loves keeping the studios squeaky clean for our guests. When she’s not at Float, you can find her scrolling on Tik Tok searching for new recipes, jamming to music, snuggling with her kitties, and finding new places to hike with her family. Next time you see her, ask her if she’s cooked anything new lately or if she has any music recommendations. She loves updating her playlist so please recommend some right back!

PART OWNER / SPECIAL FLOAT OPS

Andrew Ginn is a Northwest native, drummer, connector, and professional solution-seeker. With over 10 years in the music/entertainment industry, he has just about seen and done it all. From recording intimate performances of young and veteran bands for 107.7 The End, to producing major music festivals and other high-profile events, Andrew has immersed his life in Seattle's music community. Andrew enjoys being behind the scenes making magic happen. No stranger to floating, he has been getting salty with us since the doors open in 2012. Time in the tank, and now love for IR saunas, have been valuable tools for recovery and staying centered amidst the chaos of major event productions. Over the last couple of years he has explored and continues to refine his role as a space-holder for others. He applies these skills throughout all the various roles he plays in life. His goal in life is to inspire others to be the best versions of themselves by evoking joy and curiosity for life. He is excited to share his lifetime of experiences and perspective with a place that continues to enrich his life every day. And if you have the time, he may suck you into a fun story or two.

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Royce is an artist and float enthusiast. When he is not getting beat up by his 6 year old with a lightsaber, or ignored by a teenager on their phone, you may find him being a dedicated non practicing Taoist/Zen student. If you like to discuss art/film/music for many hours, Royce will be there for you, all the while struggling to be present.