We've talked about the top 8 insurance FAQs you should ask when you're considering adding a cold plunge pool to your gym. We definitely recommend that every gym owner check out our friends at Plunge, as we really feel like they're the best cold plunge manufacturer for commercial gyms and their customer service is very good.

Like with insurance quotes, we still recommend you check out at least 1-2 other manufacturers before you make your decision. It's always worth it to spend a little bit of extra time to compare prices, warranties, servicing, and features. Don't overthink it though - every decision is a balance!

We've done some of the upfront research for you here. These are the best 5 Cold Plunge Pools for Gyms available today:

Best 5 Ice Bath Models for Gyms

Each of these 5 ice bath companies has home and commercial models for their cold plunge pools. You'll definitely want to level up to the commercial models for your gym. Personal-level models aren't built for the constant use your pool will see at your gym.

1. Plunge All-In Commercial: 20-micron filtration + ozone, holds ~37°F reliably, 1 year commercial warranty, team will help with Department of Health certifications and liability insurance, popular choice with top gym chains like Equinox and Gold's Gym
2. Blue Cube C-Series (C1/C2/C3): 20-micron filtration, built for outdoor use
3. Sun Home Cold Plunge Pro Commercial: Ozone + UV + sediment filtration, cools to 32°F (ice formation)
4. Polar Monkeys Portal X: 20-micron ozone, 32-107°F temperature range for contrast therapy
5. Coldture Pro: Markets continuous filtration cadence, 32-102°F temperature range

Quick gym owner's checklist

• Filtration & Sanitation: Look for 20-micron filtration and ozone (as your baseline). UV filtration is also helpful if you expect heavy usage.
• Cooling Range: Aim for around 39°F. Some units will go lower to 32°F to produce ice in the water and several can turn into hot tubs for contrast therapy (you'll need more than one unit to offer this though, heating and cooling the water takes time!)
• Commercial Warranty: Many brands restrict coverage to home and personal use. Make sure you verify your pool has a commercial warranty. Plunge is particularly good at this!
• Department of Health certification: Some states or towns classify cold plunge as 'swimming pools' and require that you register the pool and comply with stated safety requirements. Make sure you're in compliance. Plunge is also really helpful in this area.
• Liability Insurance: Double check that your gym's liability insurance will cover your cold plunge pools. Gym-specific insurers like GymInsurance.com automatically include ice baths as recovery therapy, making it easier (and cheaper) for you.
• Capacity & Footprint: Like any new gym equipment, make sure you have the space and that you have enough units for your member base. No one likes to have to line up for a cold plunge!
• Power & Install: Most units will need dedicated circuits. Factor this into your installation costs.
• Throughput & Maintenance: One thing that surprises new hot tub and cold plunge owners is the level of maintenance required to keep the water clean. Learn the process and implement it from the outset with your team. We recommend keeping maintenance logs so that there are no surprises.

Our recommendation

Plunge is the best choice for commercial gyms. Their pro features, price range, customer service, and proven gym-expertise shows that they know what's most important for gyms, whether you're big or small! They'll help you with the un-fun parts, too - like Department of Health certifications and finding good liability insurance to help you save costs.

If you have an outdoor recovery area, then BlueCube is another great choice. For contrast therapy, Polar Monkeys and Coldture Pro are worth considering.

Whoever you buy your cold plunge from, we're here to help make sure your liability insurance covers your new investment. Check out more info on our cold plunge coverage here, and get a quote to compare prices.