Uljas Koitto Temperance Society
New England's Best Traditional Finnish Sauna
Tervetuloa! Welcome!
“The sauna is the poor man’s pharmacy.”
That’s the traditional Finnish saying. The Finns learned years ago that the sauna is not just a bath; it provides a sense of psychological peace and contentment as well as physical rejuvenation. Many people claim that the sauna relieves the symptoms of minor illnesses such as colds, revives the muscles after tough physical exertion, and clears the body of toxins.
The Uljas Koitto Temperance Society promotes temperance, morality, and healthy living through the benefits and virtues of the traditional Finnish sauna. Founded by Finnish immigrants in 1892, the UKTS provides an environment free from the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or legal recreational drugs.
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The UKTS is a membership organization. We are a welcoming society and invite those interested in learning more about the UKTS to use the Visit Us form on this website. Those who are currently part of the UKTS (Friends & Members), their invited guests, as well as visitors who make arrangements with us ahead of time are welcome to use our facilities.
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Requests must be received by Thursday. Space is limited and not all dates may be available for visits so please plan ahead. The sauna is getting busy again! Attendance has been higher earlier in the day so if you want to have a bit more room plan to arrive at 4PM or later.
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Winter Hours Begin!
Winter Hours: 1PM to 7PM (November – April)
Ticket sales begin at 1:00 PM ---- Last ticket sold at 5:30 PM
Lodge closes at 6:00 PM (including coffee, snacks, bathroom)
All must be dressed & out of sauna building by 7:00 PM
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Save the Dates:
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UKTS Holiday & Finnish Independence Celebration
Saturday, December 7, 12 noon to 3PM
Join us for a potluck lunch to celebrate the season and Finnish Independence. All are welcome! No RSVP required. Email uktspembroke@gmail.com for more info or to bring a dish to share at the potluck.
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New Year's Day Sauna
Wednesday, January 1, 1PM to 7PM
The board of the UKTS will host a special sauna on New Year's Day. Reservation will be required for all Friends and their Guests, as well as Visitors. There are be three, 2-hour shifts to choose from: 1PM to 3PM; 3PM to 5PM; and 5PM to 7PM.
