Wellness Centre

Available at:

  • Pelican Park Recreation Centre

Wellness Centre

Discover a new standard of recovery, relaxation and rejuvenation at Mornington Peninsula Shire Active.

Our brand‑new Wellness Centre has been thoughtfully designed to help you reset your body, restore balance and elevate your wellbeing—no matter where you are on your health journey.

Featuring two spacious infrared saunas that use deep, penetrating heat to soothe muscles, enhance circulation, support detoxification and create a calming escape from daily stress. Complementing this, our two state‑of‑the‑art ice baths boost recovery, reduce inflammation and leave athletes and wellness seekers feeling refreshed and invigorated.

Whether you're unwinding after a workout, elevating your wellbeing or simply taking a moment to breathe, our Wellness Centre is your sanctuary for restoration and balance.

Infrared Saunas

Infrared saunas offer a gentle yet powerful recovery experience, using light-based heat to penetrate deep into tissues and promote detoxification, circulation and relaxation. While generally safe for most users, it’s essential to follow best-practice guidelines to ensure comfort, prevent overheating and support inclusive access. This section outlines key safety considerations, contraindications and adjustments to help every member enjoy their session with confidence.

Benefits of Infrared Sauna Use

Cardiovascular & Circulatory Health

  • Promotes vasodilation, improving blood flow and heart rate response
  • May help lower blood pressure over time with regular use
  • Mimics light cardiovascular exercise, supporting overall heart health

Muscle Recovery & Pain Relief

  • Eases tension and soreness by increasing circulation to fatigued muscles
  • Supports recovery post-exercise or injury through deep tissue heat
  • May reduce symptoms of joint pain, arthritis and fibromyalgia

Stress Reduction & Mental Wellbeing

  • Activates the parasympathetic nervous system for deep relaxation
  • Encourages mindfulness and breathwork during sessions
  • Can improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms of chronic fatigue

Detoxification & Skin Health

  • Induces a deep sweat that helps eliminate toxins and heavy metals
  • Supports clearer, tighter skin by increasing blood flow to the surface
  • May reduce inflammation and improve skin tone over time

Ice Baths

Ice baths, also known as cold water immersion, involve submerging the body in water cooled to approximately 5–12°C. This practice is widely used to reduce inflammation, ease muscle soreness and accelerate recovery
after intense physical activity. The cold triggers vasoconstriction, helping flush out metabolic waste and reduce swelling, while also stimulating the nervous system for enhanced mood and resilience. Though invigorating, ice
baths require careful setup and monitoring to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Benefits of Ice Bath Use

Muscle Recovery & Inflammation Reduction

  • Reduces swelling and inflammation by constricting blood vessels
  • Helps flush out lactic acid and metabolic waste post-exercise
  • Eases soreness and accelerates recovery after intense training

Nervous System Reset & Mental Clarity

  • Activates the parasympathetic nervous system for calm and focus
  • May improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms of fatigue
  • Boosts mood and resilience through cold exposure adaptation

Circulatory & Cardiovascular Support

  • Enhances blood flow during rewarming, supporting tissue repair
  • Trains vascular flexibility and heart rate variability
  • May help regulate blood pressure over time with consistent use

Metabolic & Immune System Benefits

  • Stimulates brown fat activation, supporting metabolism and thermoregulation
  • May improve insulin sensitivity and cholesterol levels
  • Supports immune response through controlled stress exposure
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