October 31, 2023
soakember 2023
Written by Amelia
seperated by oceans, connected by water
Soakember is a global soaking event and celebration of the health benefits of hot springs, hydrothermal therapies, and nature-based wellness activities.
Emerging as an idea during the pandemic as way of fostering connections amongst hot spring locations and visitors around the world, Soakember has evolved as a platform that encourages hot springs to come together in unity and promote the myriad benefits that come with bathing.
This years theme 'Seperated by oceans, connected by water' highlights the univeral elements profound ability to unite a greater global community despite geographical divides and celebrates the interconnectedness of our global society through powerful symbolism.
On Sunday 11 November, 2023, we are celebrating Soakember at Peninsula Hot Springs with soundscapes, geothermal bathing and signature wellness.
the program | november 11
Peninsula local musician, creator Spud Thompson | 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Spud Thompson is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and emotive vocalist whose work runs the whole gamut of human emotion improvised sonic soundscapes painted with more familiar ballad, folk roots and synthesized electronica colours and textures. His ambient soundscapes are inspired by his upbringing in rural Victoria surrounded by beaches and bush. He will be playing a live act to close our Soakember celebrations.
Performing from our Amphitheatre Stage. Complimentary with bathing
soak in wellness
Yoga class | 7:30am
Develop mobility, flexibility and improve strength with physical movement in this daily class of either yoga or mat Pilates. Guided by an experienced host and teacher, this class will leave you feeling open and relaxed to perfectly complement your day of geothermal bathing.
Available to add for $20 as part of your exisiting Revitalise Bath House bathing booking
Hot springs Yoga | 9:15am
This unique yoga class combines the benefits of geothermal bathing with stretching, strengthening and balancing yoga poses. Held in our Amphitheatre’s custom-designed pools with a Peninsula Hot Springs yoga instructor, enjoy a yoga class like no other.
Complimentary with bathing
Fire and Ice | 9:30am, 10:30am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & 5pm
Be invigorated by the powers of hot & cold therapy in our state-ofthe-art saunas and ice plunge. Flow between our hot saunas, our ice plunge pool and our cold plunge pool. You will learn and experience the key health benefits of this popular science under the guidance of trained instructors.
Available to add for $20 as part of your exisiting Revitalise Bath House bathing booking
Body Clay | 10:30am, 1pm, 3pm
Experiences the healing powers and cooling effects of clay with our signature body clay ritual, perfect for friends and groups of all ages. We have carefully selected a series of detoxifying clays from around Australia, each with their own unique therapeutic benefits.
Available to add for $20 as part of your exisiting Revitalise Bath House bathing booking
