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Almost a year later, the Ritual Artisan from Nordik Spa Village Chelsea is returning to the stage—once again at Thermea Spa Village Whitby—for Aufgusshow 2026, ready to tell a new story in the sauna and invite guests a little closer to themselves.

Last year, Aufgusshow introduced a new kind of spectacle to the Spa Village. The sauna became a stage, and Show Aufguss brought storytelling, music, and choreography into the heart of the ritual. This year, something new arrives.

Competitors can showcase their craft in three categories: Show Aufguss solo, Show Aufguss duo, and Modern Classic Aufguss. Some will tell bold, theatrical stories. Others will focus on technique, rhythm, and connection. All share the same goal: to earn their place on the international stage.

As a 30 year-old living in Winnipeg, it can be easy to wrap up the workday at 5 p.m. and simply live for the weekend. But lately, I’ve been trying to romanticize my evenings a little more and find new ways to slow down, recharge, and do things that actually fill my cup during the week.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or constantly “on,” here’s why your brain and nervous system need regular breaks—and how to start.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or constantly “on,” here’s why your brain and nervous system need regular breaks—and how to start.