Event Overview
Join us at Thermëa Spa Village Whitby from June 17 to 19, 2025, for Aufgusshow —a prestigious event where your passion and artistry take centre stage. Set in Loggä, our state-of-the-art event sauna with seating for 90, this competition invites practitioners from across Canada to showcase their skills in a dazzling fusion of heat, aroma, music, and movement. Each Aufguss performance is your chance to create a masterpiece, judged on technique, creativity, and the immersive experience you provide. Step into this cultural celebration where tradition meets innovation and let your talent shine.
June 17 to 19, 2025
Thermëa
Spa Village Whitby
Categories:
Solo Performances
Highlighting individual skill, creativity, and mastery of the Aufguss ritual.
Team Performances
Celebrating collaboration and synergy in crafting unforgettable spa experiences.
Eligibility:
The championship is open to Canadian spa-affiliated sauna masters aged 19 and older. Participants may register and compete as part of a team, in a solo performance or in both categories. Each participant must complete their registration individually using the form below. For team performances, groups of 2 or 3 sauna masters are permitted to take the sauna stage.
Why Compete?
By joining the Canadian Sauna Performance Championship, you’ll immerse yourself in a world of boundless opportunity and well-deserved recognition.
Represent your spa on the national stage
Compete alongside Canada’s top Aufguss masters and show your unique interpretation of the artform to a nationwide audience.
Compete for international recognition
The winners will have the incredible honour of representing Canada at the Aufguss World Masters Championship 2025 in Italy.
Be known as one of Canada’s top Aufguss artists
Your performance will be evaluated by a panel of esteemed Aufguss World Master judges, allowing you to establish yourself as a leader in sweat culture.
Join a vibrant
community
Become part of a supportive and inspiring network of Aufguss masters who share your passion for sauna artistry and wellness.
How to Register
Deadline: midnight Monday, February 17, 2025
- Complete the online registration form below
- Submit a short video showcasing your performance skills
- Participation is free of charge
Video Submission Guidelines
- The video must be no longer than 2 minutes
- It can include music or be silent
- The video should showcase towel-waving techniques such as single towel, double towel, open towel, closed to open, and throws
- Ensure good video quality; you can record it on any device and in any location.
- Submit your video as a link to the uploaded file
Evaluation Catalogue 2025
Download the evaluation catalogue 2025 to learn more about our criteria.
Aufgusshow 2025 Registration
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Thank you
Thank you for registering. The solo performers and teams selected to compete will be notified via email by February 22. Stay tuned for more details.
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