Wellness in 2025 is evolving fast. Across the country, people are rethinking what it means to feel good — focusing on recovery, longevity, and balance instead of just endurance or output. From cold plunges and saunas to stretching, sound baths, and red-light therapy, these trends are reshaping how we take care of ourselves.
Sonoma County has become a magnet for this new generation of wellness seekers — people drawn to its mix of natural beauty, creative culture, and community spirit. It’s a place where science meets stillness, and where wellness feels like a way of living rather than a list of goals.
Once an afterthought in fitness, recovery has become the main event. Research shows that alternating between heat and cold — known as contrast therapy — can boost mood, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation.
And while the internet is full of over-the-top “biohacking” personalities chasing immortality, Sonoma County takes a more grounded approach — integrating proven recovery methods into real life. Here, wellness isn’t about chasing perfection; it’s about slowing down, connecting, and making space to restore.
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From serene saunas to community sanctuaries, these local destinations are helping people find balance and recharge mind and body:
Outdoor sauna and cold-plunge experiences in a beautiful garden setting that promotes deep relaxation and connection with nature. Sundrop also hosts intimate wellness events and seasonal gatherings that combine heat, cold, and community.
Tip: Visits are by appointment only, so be sure to book ahead on their website.
Sonoma Sauna & Plunge (Sonoma)
A boutique day spa featuring infrared saunas, cold plunges, red-light therapy, PEMF, and cold laser treatments — all designed to promote circulation, muscle recovery, and relaxation.
Tip: They offer both drop-in sessions and memberships. Call or text ahead to reserve your contrast-therapy session, and mention you’re local for the best rates.
Peak Wellness Studio (Santa Rosa)
A science-driven recovery studio offering red-light therapy, cold plunges, infrared saunas, PEMF, compression therapy, and guided breathwork — all in a calm, modern environment.
Tip: First-time guests can often take advantage of an introductory full-access session. Advance booking is required, especially for prime evening slots.
Soft Medicine Sanctuary (Sebastopol)
A holistic community hub offering yoga, meditation, sound baths, breathwork, and healing arts sessions. The sanctuary focuses on nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and collective well-being.
Tip: Check their calendar for upcoming events and sound baths, and bring layered clothing or a yoga mat if attending an outdoor session.
somofit (SOMO Village – Rohnert Park)
An integrative fitness and recovery club within SOMO Village that combines strength training, yoga, Pilates, and functional classes with advanced recovery amenities including an infrared-heated studio, red-light therapy, saunas, cold plunges, stretching and mobility sessions, and restorative sound baths.
Tip: Try the 3-Day Trial Offer for $59, which includes unlimited classes and full access to somofit’s state-of-the-art recovery amenities — the perfect way to experience everything before joining as a member
Together, these destinations reflect Sonoma County’s growing reputation as a place where wellness is not a luxury but a lifestyle.
At SOMO Village, wellness is part of the design. Walkable streets, local coffee, coworking spaces, green parks, and an on-site recovery and fitness club create a lifestyle that naturally supports balance and connection.
Here, you don’t have to chase wellness — it’s built into your environment. From a sunrise session at somofit to an evening walk through the Village, or weekend adventures on nearby hiking and biking trails, every day brings an opportunity to move with intention and connect with your community.
SOMO Village embodies what’s next for Sonoma County living: health, sustainability, and creativity working in harmony.
At SOMO Village, wellness isn’t a trend — it’s a way of living. From recovery and movement at somofit to nearby saunas, sanctuaries, and scenic hiking and biking trails, this is a place where balance and belonging come naturally.
Nestled in the heart of Sonoma County, SOMO Village blends modern living with authentic wellness culture — a community designed for those who want to live fully, move often, and feel connected to the beauty around them.