From June 17-19, 2025, Thermea Spa Village Whitby will host the first-ever national sauna performance championship, Aufgusshow. This three-day event will bring together top Aufgussmeisters from across the country to compete for the opportunity to represent Canada at the Aufguss World Master Championship this September in Verona, Italy.
Rooted in European sauna tradition, Aufguss is a powerful wellness ritual that blends essential oil-infused steam, heat, music, and choreographed towel movements to create a truly immersive experience. Gaining momentum globally, the ritual has evolved into a competitive performance art, and Canada is officially joining the world stage.
Aufgusshow 2025 will feature 18 performances from 20 competitors, including solo and duo routines representing five spas across Ontario, Quebec, and Manitoba. Each performance will unfold in the heart of Thermea Spa Village Whitby — inside
the awe-inspiring Logga Sauna, Canada’s largest event sauna, where up to 90 guests will feel every show’s heat, rhythm, and energy. Competitors will be evaluated by a panel of four certified European judges on technique, scent selection, creativity, storytelling, and the overall sensory experience.
This is more than a competition — it’s a cultural movement,” says Martin Paquette,
CEO and Founder of Groupe Nordik. “Aufguss is where performance meets wellness,
and we’re incredibly proud to bring this level of artistry to Canada. It’s an opportunity
to celebrate our talent, unite our Spa Villages, and elevate how people experience
the sauna.”
