Part 2: What is Aufguss? A Conversation with Aufgussmaster Alonzo Solórzano

We welcome back Alonzo Solórzano, Head Aufgussmaster at Bathhouse for Part 2 of our conversation on the European sauna ceremony, Aufguss. Alonzo dives deep into the categories Aufguss (theater, Aufguss, anyone?) and discusses why he considers the practice a ceremony versus ritual. He describes how he designs his Aufguss ceremonies, shares his tips for first time sauna and Aufguss-goers, and discusses importance of Aufguss in America, including here to experience Aufguss in the StatesWe discuss such topics as:-Categories of Aufguss-“Ritual” versus “ceremony”-Designing an Aufguss ceremony -Tips for first time sauna and Aufguss-goers-Aufguss in America, including where to experience Aufguss in the StatesConnect with Alonzo: Instagram: aufgussmaster.alonzoSubstack: aufgussmasteralonzoMusic credit: Adobe PodcastFeatured water sounds: Water on the sauna stones in Suffield, ConnecticutBadii offers passionate and curious bathers and spa-goers access to news, education, and recommendations about global bathing culture. We share all this across many platforms, including: Website: ⁠⁠www.badii.life⁠⁠⁠⁠Email newsletter⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠@badii.life