Hot. Cold. Repeat. — a practice for body and mind.
Alter Wellness Inc. is a neighbourhood sauna and ice bath studio in Toronto. We make hot and cold exposure approachable through a warm, community-oriented atmosphere — a centuries-old modality, made simple and consistent.
Power in practice.
Consistency is key. Our mission is to elevate your well-being through the consistent practice of hot and cold exposure and mindful breathwork.
Get Hot
In our spacious Finnish sauna with essential oil infused steam. Temperatures range from 80 to 90°C. To maximize benefits, research indicates 15-minute sessions at least 4× per week is best.
80–90°C · Finnish SaunaGet Cold
Under our shower bucket or in our four-person ice baths. Temperatures range from 2 to 10°C. Research suggests 11 minutes per week is best for maximum benefit.
2–10°C · Ice BathThe record.
Alter Wellness Inc. is a federal corporation registered under the Canada Business Corporations Act.
Self-led or guided.
Choose your own rhythm — or follow an instructor who knows the practice. Every session is built around hot, cold, and rest.
Self-Led Drop-In
Take a quick dip or extend your exploration of the hot and cold — whatever is best for you and your schedule. Multi-hour sessions available.
Rebalance
A class for those who feel out of sorts, but don't know if they're tired or restless. Find center with a balance of effort and ease.
Energize
Wake and challenge your body and mind. Leave this class with mental sharpness and increased confidence to tackle your day.
Unwind
Slow down and release physical, mental, and emotional tension. This class leverages the power of heat to help you find deep relaxation.
Sisu: Build Resilience
Challenge yourself in both the sauna and the ice bath. Designed around the Finnish concept of "Sisu" — grit, resilience, and strength.
Rest & Lounge
Re-hydrate, and lean into that deep sense of relaxation after you've just gone through the hot + cold. Complimentary tea in our lounge.
Two studios. One practice.
A neighbourhood sauna + ice bath experience — now in two Toronto neighbourhoods.
Alter College West
860 College Street — our founding studio in the College West neighbourhood. The space where it all started.
Fri – Sun 8 AM – 9:30 PM
Alter Leslieville
988 Queen Street East — our second studio, bringing the same hot + cold practice to Toronto's east end.
Fri – Sun 8 AM – 9:30 PM
Write to us.
For session bookings, membership inquiries, or general matters relating to Alter Wellness Inc., please write to us.
860 College St
Toronto, ON M6H 1A2
Canada
Status: Active
Federal · Canada
Breathwork · Recovery
Toronto · Ontario
Privacy Policy
Last revised · 2026Alter Wellness Inc. ("we," "us," "our") respects your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit this website or correspond with us. We handle personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable Canadian privacy law.
Who we are
Alter Wellness Inc.
Corporation No. 1483320-1
860 College St, Toronto, ON M6H 1A2, Canada
What we collect
- Contact information you provide voluntarily, such as your name and email address.
- The content of correspondence sent to contact@alterwellness.site.
- Basic technical data automatically collected by web hosting infrastructure — IP address, browser type, pages visited.
Why we collect it
- To respond to your inquiries and correspondence.
- To operate and maintain this website.
- To meet legal, tax, and corporate obligations.
Consent
By providing personal information through this website or by email, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as described in this policy. You may withdraw consent at any time by writing to us, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.
Disclosure
We do not sell personal information. We may share it with service providers (hosting, IT support), professional advisors (legal, accounting), or authorities where required by law.
Cookies
This website does not use advertising or tracking cookies. Any cookies present are strictly necessary for basic site functionality.
Retention
Corporate records are retained as required by applicable law. Website inquiries are retained for up to 24 months unless a longer period is required.
Your rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us. We respond within 30 days. If unsatisfied, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at priv.gc.ca.
Contact
Alter Wellness Inc. — Privacy Officer
860 College St, Toronto, ON M6H 1A2, Canada
Email: contact@alterwellness.site
Terms of Use
Last revised · 2026These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website. By using the site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
Identity
Alter Wellness Inc. · Corporation No. 1483320-1
860 College St, Toronto, ON M6H 1A2, Canada
Website use
You may use this site for lawful purposes only. You may not scrape, copy, redistribute, or republish its content without written permission. All content, including text, layout, and design, is protected by copyright.
No medical advice
Content on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Hot and cold exposure may not be appropriate for everyone. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning any new wellness practice.
No client relationship
This website is informational. Use of the site or correspondence through it does not create a client, advisory, or fiduciary relationship between you and Alter Wellness Inc.
No warranties
The website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose.
Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Alter Wellness Inc. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website.
Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario.
Changes
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Contact
Alter Wellness Inc.
860 College St, Toronto, ON M6H 1A2, Canada
Email: contact@alterwellness.site
Accessibility Statement
Last revised · 2026Alter Wellness Inc. is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience and apply relevant accessibility standards to this website.
Our commitment
We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we review our site regularly to identify and remove barriers.
Measures we take
- Semantic HTML and logical heading structure for screen reader compatibility.
- Sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds.
- Keyboard-navigable interface for all interactive elements.
- Responsive layout that adapts to different screen sizes and zoom levels.
- Descriptive link text and clear page structure.
Conformance status
We aim to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA. While we work toward full conformance, some content may not yet fully meet these guidelines. We welcome feedback on any barriers encountered.
Feedback
If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us at contact@alterwellness.site. We will make reasonable efforts to respond and address your feedback.
Compatibility
This website is designed to work with modern web browsers and assistive technologies, including screen readers and keyboard-only navigation.
Contact
Alter Wellness Inc.
860 College St, Toronto, ON M6H 1A2, Canada
Email: contact@alterwellness.site