Training and further education department

Schweizer Sauna Bund - Leading the way in training and further education.

Our training courses set new standards and promote skills in the specialist area of sauna. Find out why we are the first choice for your further training.

Quality you can trust - eduQua:2021 certified
Our education and training department is certified according to the eduQua:2021 standard. This quality label stands for the highest standards in educational work and underlines our commitment to excellence, transparency and continuous development.

With this certification, we guarantee that our courses and further training programs meet the highest standards - for your personal and professional development in the sauna and wellness sector.

Discover our mission statement and our andragogical guiding principle for a successful future.

The Swiss Sauna Association stands for quality, professionalism and innovation in the sauna and wellness industry. Our aim is to raise standards in the industry through targeted training and further education and to support our members on their path to excellence.

We promote the exchange of knowledge, a passion for the craft and personal development - always with a clear focus on the needs of our apprentices and the industry.

Our andragogical guiding principle

Learning that inspires and has a lasting effect
Our educational philosophy is based on the principles of adult education:

  • Sustainability: Our knowledge and methods are designed to have a long-term impact - for the participants and the entire industry.
  • Practical relevance: We combine theoretical knowledge with practical applications to teach directly applicable skills.
  • Individuality: Everyone learns differently. We create a supportive environment that caters to the individual needs of our participants.
  • Personal responsibility: We promote independent learning and support our participants in achieving their goals.

Discover our extensive range of courses.

Here you will find a brief overview of our course content. Many of the courses we offer can also be booked as in-house seminars.

Certified sauna master:in

Holistic further training of over 100 hours.

Application of essential oils

Correct and professional use of essential oils in the sauna.

Smoking in the sauna

Practice-oriented training for performing ceremonies with incense.

Safety course for employees

Intensive course on de-escalating unpleasant situations in spas.

Singing bowls in the sauna

Perform relaxing ceremonies with singing bowls and chimes in the sauna.

Smoking incense during the smoke nights

Special incense rituals for the period between Christmas and January 6th.

Upcoming courses and workshops of the Swiss Sauna Federation

This section presents an overview of upcoming courses and seminars aimed at deepening specialist knowledge and promoting exchange among sauna enthusiasts.

May 12, 2025

Application of essential oils

A practice-oriented course that teaches the basics of using essential oils.

May 20, 2025

QuickDMX

This course is aimed at championship participants who want to program their own light.

June 17, 2025

Certified sauna master:in

Further training to become a qualified sauna master. Become a sought-after specialist with a course lasting over 100 hours, including whisk training and BLS-AED course.

August 24, 2025

Herbology

This seminar focuses on the health benefits of natural ingredients that nature has in store for us.

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Your contact persons

Peter Wagner

Head of Training and Further Education

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Phone: 062 298 39 12