Course - Essential Oil in Sauna Level 1

13 Sep - 14 Sep

The Aroma – Essential Oils in Sauna Level 1

Date: September 13 - 14, 2026 

Time: 09:00 - 17:00

Price: 4,800 NOK

Max participants: 8 people

Instructor: Jerome Richter - contact for questions: jeromerichter2@hotmail.com

Join a fundamental international 2-day course in aromatherapy for saunas. This course provides you with all the knowledge an aufguss master needs to use essential oils safely, effectively, and creatively. The course is considered the standard in the Aufguss community and combines both scientific theory and practical skills that elevate your practice to the next level.

What you will learn

What essential oils are and how they are extracted

Plant anatomy, metabolism, and classification

Aromatic compounds and basic chemistry

How essential oils affect the body's systems (respiratory system, immune system, nervous system, detoxification)

Safety and precautions

How to plan an aufguss: health, season, mood, meditation, nature, and herbal experiences

How to use, dose, and blend essential oils correctly

How to create professional, varied, and thoughtful aufguss sessions

Program

Day 1 – Theory 

Introduction to essential oils

Botany and aromatic compounds

Extraction methods (steam distillation, pressing, etc.)

Chemistry: molecules, functional groups, and effects on the body

Precautions and safe use

Day 2 – Practice 

Goal setting and planning of aufguss

Correct dosing, fragrance notes, evaporation, and intensity

Blending of oils (botanical family, fragrance group, note)

Practical exercises:

Creating your own oil blends

Designing complete aufguss sessions

Using the app in planning and execution

What you achieve

After the course, you will have solid knowledge of aromatherapy in the sauna and be able to create safe, professional, and varied aufguss experiences. You will be able to guide guests and explain the purpose of each session, enhancing their experience to a new level.

Practical Info

The course will be conducted in English or Norwegian if everyone understands.

Limited number of participants to ensure personal guidance and high quality.

Course materials available in Dutch, German, Italian, or English.

Bring:

towel, aufguss peshtemal or kilt, as well as a mobile/tablet for use with the course app.