beem® Light Sauna Reston offers private infrared sauna sessions at 1864B Explorer Street, Reston Town Center, VA 20190. The studio has 7 private personal suites operating at 120–145°F for sessions up to 60 minutes. Unlike shared gym saunas, every suite at beem® is a fully private individual room. Single sessions cost $59. Monthly memberships from $139. First-time clients: BOGO (buy one session, get one free). Hours: Mon–Thu 8am–8pm · Fri 8am–7pm · Sat–Sun 11am–5pm. Book at members.beemlightsauna.com.
What Is Infrared Sauna?
Infrared sauna therapy uses infrared light — the same type of warmth you feel from sunlight on your skin — to heat the body from the inside out. Unlike traditional saunas that raise the air temperature to 150–195°F to warm you through convection, infrared light penetrates up to 2 inches below the skin surface, generating deep-tissue heat at a more comfortable ambient temperature of 120–145°F.
This deeper penetration means infrared sauna reaches muscle, connective tissue, and joints more effectively — making it especially valuable for recovery, pain relief, and detoxification. The lower ambient temperature also makes sessions more sustainable, allowing for the full 60-minute session that maximizes therapeutic benefit.
At beem® Reston, infrared sauna is offered alongside red light therapy and near-infrared light therapy in the same private suite — making each session a full-spectrum recovery experience.
Infrared vs. Traditional Sauna
Infrared Sauna
- 120–145°F ambient — comfortable for full 60 min
- Heat penetrates 2+ inches into tissue
- 7 fully private personal suites
- Combined with red & near-infrared light therapy
- No membership required — from $59/session
- Cancel anytime, no long-term contract
Traditional Sauna
- 150–195°F ambient — often intense, limits session length
- Heats body surface through convection
- Typically communal, shared space
- Heat only — no light therapy component
- Requires gym membership
- Often bound to gym contract terms
Benefits of Infrared Sauna
Muscle Recovery
Deep infrared heat accelerates lactic acid clearance, reduces DOMS, and drives circulation to fatigued muscle tissue — enabling faster return to training. Used by Hyrox and CrossFit athletes throughout NoVA.
Detoxification
Infrared heat at 120–145°F induces a deep, cleansing sweat. Sweating is one of the body's primary detox pathways — infrared sauna supports this process at a deeper level than exercise alone.
Cardiovascular Health
A 20-year Finnish cohort study (JAMA Internal Medicine, 2015) found regular sauna use associated with significantly lower cardiovascular disease risk. Regular infrared sauna use has been studied for heart health and circulation benefits.
Sleep Quality
Many beem® Reston guests report improved sleep after sessions. Infrared heat raises core body temperature; as the body cools post-session, it triggers the natural thermoregulatory sleep response. One reviewer: "I slept so good Saturday night."
Stress & Relaxation
The combination of warmth, private space, and the parasympathetic nervous system response to heat makes infrared sauna one of the most effective stress relief tools available without medication.
Joint & Pain Relief
Deep-tissue heat eases muscle and joint discomfort by increasing circulation to affected areas. Many guests managing chronic pain conditions, stiffness, and inflammation use infrared sauna as a regular part of their wellness routine.
The Research
Cardiovascular & Longevity: A 20-year Finnish cohort study (n=2,315) published in JAMA Internal Medicine (2015) found that people who used a sauna 4–7 times per week had a 50% lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality compared to once-weekly users. A 2018 follow-up in BMC Medicine extended findings to overall mortality outcomes. Source: Laukkanen et al., JAMA Internal Medicine, 2015.
Recovery & Athletic Performance: Infrared sauna post-exercise has been studied for its role in lactate clearance and accelerated soft-tissue recovery. The deep-tissue heat improves circulation without placing additional cardiovascular load on a fatigued body.
Infrared sauna is a wellness modality. Studies cited reflect peer-reviewed research; individual outcomes vary. Guests with medical conditions, cardiovascular concerns, or who are pregnant should consult their physician before beginning sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is infrared sauna therapy?Infrared sauna uses infrared light to heat the body directly — penetrating up to 2 inches below the skin — rather than heating the surrounding air like a traditional sauna. Sessions at beem® Reston run at 120–145°F in private suites for up to 60 minutes.
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Where can I find a private infrared sauna near Reston, VA?beem® Light Sauna Reston has 7 private infrared sauna suites at 1864B Explorer Street, Reston Town Center, VA 20190 — a short walk from the Silver Line Metro. Single sessions from $59, no membership required. Open 7 days a week.
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How is infrared sauna different from a gym sauna?Three key differences at beem® Reston: (1) Private — 7 individual suites, not a shared space; (2) Combined with light therapy — red and near-infrared panels in the same suite; (3) Comfortable temperature — 120–145°F vs. 150–195°F in traditional saunas, allowing longer sessions.
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Can infrared sauna help with sleep?Many guests report improved sleep after sessions. Deep infrared heat raises core body temperature; as the body cools post-session, it triggers the natural thermoregulatory sleep response. Sleep, relaxation, and stress relief are among the most commonly reported benefits at beem® Reston.
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Is infrared sauna safe?Yes. Infrared sauna is considered safe for most healthy adults. beem® Reston sessions run at 120–145°F — lower than traditional saunas. Stay well hydrated. Anyone with cardiovascular conditions, who is pregnant, or has specific medical concerns should consult their physician first.
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How much does infrared sauna cost at beem Reston?A single infrared sauna session at beem® Reston costs $59. Monthly memberships from $139/month. First-time clients receive a BOGO offer — buy one, get one free. See the pricing page for all options.