Sports recovery hub · Downpatrick

Heat. Ice.
Recover.

Recovery Works is built for athletes. Finnish sauna, ice baths, cold showers, compression and red light therapy under one roof, so you can train hard, recover properly and get back out there.

90°C+Finnish sauna
1–10°CIce baths
10 maxPeople per hour
7 daysA week
Built for athletes

Down's home of recovery

Whether you're coming off a GAA match, a martial arts session, a long run, a heavy gym block or just a long week at work, Recovery Works gives your body the reset it needs. This isn't a pamper day. It's proper recovery, in a calm, warm space with no crowds.

Relaxation lounge with loungers and living wall
Facilities

Your session includes

Everything you need for a full contrast recovery session. First time? Our team will talk you through it.


Sauna

Finnish sauna

Serious 90°C+ heat with aroma steam sessions using our own essential-oil blends.

Ice baths

Ice baths

Twin plunge pools. Choose your cold and reset your nervous system.

Shower

Cold showers

Rain showers to rinse off, cool down or ease into the cold.

Lounge

Compression + red light

Unwind in the lounge with compression boots and red light therapy, used together.

Corridor

Changing cubicles

Private cubicles, lockers and showers. Towels available.

Reception

Equipment hire

Take recovery home. Compression boots and equipment available to hire.

Choose your cold

Two plunges. Your call.

8–10°C

The refresher

A great starting point. Cools you down, eases soreness and gets you used to the cold.

1–3°C

The deep freeze

For the brave. Short, sharp and seriously effective after a big session or match.

Lounge recovery

Compression therapy + red light therapy

Compression boots and red light therapy are used together in our lounge to create a calm, focused recovery experience. Ideal after training, a GAA match, martial arts, running, gym sessions or a demanding week.

Compression boots

Rhythmic air compression to flush tired legs and ease heaviness after a hard session.

Red light therapy

Warm, soothing red light while you rest, to help you relax and support your recovery.

Included with every Recovery Works membership and part of every session.

Lounge with loungers for compression and red light therapy
The contrast ritual

How to use your hour

A simple routine our regulars swear by. Go at your own pace.


01

Heat

10–15 minutes in the sauna. Let the heat get into your muscles.

02

Plunge

1–3 minutes in the ice bath. Breathe slow and steady.

03

Restore

5–10 minutes in the lounge with compression boots and red light therapy.

04

Repeat

Go round 2–3 times. Leave feeling brand new.

Sessions & memberships

Simple pricing

Every session is 1 hour, with a maximum of 10 people per hour so it never feels crowded.


Single session

£15

Pay as you go

  • 1-hour session
  • Sauna, ice baths & cold showers
  • Compression & red light therapy
  • Changing cubicles & lockers
Book session

Silver membership

£30/month

For regular trainers

  • Up to 3 one-hour sessions a week
  • All facilities included
  • Red light therapy included
  • Priority booking
  • Cancel anytime
Join Silver
Best value

Gold membership

£45/month

For committed athletes

  • 1 hour every day
  • All facilities included
  • Red light therapy included
  • Weekends & peak times included
  • Member discount on equipment hire
Join Gold
Plunge pools
Teams & clubs

Recover as a squad

Bring your GAA, rugby, football or running club down after training or match day. Private group sessions for up to 10 people, with discounts for clubs and block bookings.

Good to know

FAQs

I've never done this before. Is that okay?

Absolutely. Our team will walk you through the sauna and ice baths on your first visit and help you find a routine that suits you.

What should I bring?

Swimwear, a towel (or hire one from us), flip-flops and a water bottle. Lockers and changing cubicles are provided.

Do I need to book?

Yes, we recommend booking ahead. Each hour is capped at 10 people so spaces go quickly, especially evenings and weekends.

Is cold plunging safe?

For most healthy people, yes. If you're pregnant or have a heart condition, high blood pressure or another medical condition, please check with your GP first.

What is red light therapy?

Red light therapy uses gentle red and near-infrared light. At Recovery Works it's used alongside compression therapy in the lounge, so you can relax while your legs recover. It's included with all memberships and sessions.

Can I hire compression boots to use at home?

Yes. Compression boots and other recovery equipment are available to hire. Ask at reception or get in touch.

Do you do group or club bookings?

Yes. Private sessions are available for teams and clubs. Use the booking page to send an enquiry.