Best Recovery Studios in Pasadena: RPC vs SweatHouz (2026)

Pasadena’s recovery and wellness scene is growing fast. With SweatHouz opening on South Lake Ave and options like Pure Sweat and Pause Studio already established, it can be hard to know which studio is right for you.

We broke it down by services offered, membership pricing, and what you actually get for your money.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature	Renew Performance Center	SweatHouz	Pure Sweat Studios	Pause Studio
Cold Plunge	✓ Yes	✓ Yes	✓ Yes	✓ Yes
Infrared Sauna	✓ Yes	✓ Yes	✓ Yes	✓ Yes
Red Light Therapy	✓ Yes	✕ No	✕ No	✕ No
NormaTec Compression	✓ Yes	✕ No	✕ No	✕ No
Flowpresso Lymphatic Drainage	✓ Yes	✕ No	✕ No	✕ No
Massage	✓ Yes	✕ No	✕ No	✕ No
24/7 Gym Access	✓ Yes, Anytime Fitness	✕ No	✕ No	✕ No
Wellness Cafe	✓ Yes	✕ No	✕ No	✕ No
Membership From	$109/bi-weekly	~$99/mo	~$65/mo	~$89/mo
Location	600 E Colorado Blvd	South Lake Ave	Union St	LA / Melrose
Walk-ins Welcome	✓ Yes	TBD	✓ Yes	✓ Yes

Renew Performance Center (RPC)

600 E Colorado Blvd, Suite 110, Pasadena — next to Urth Caffé

Renew Performance Center is Pasadena’s most comprehensive sports recovery studio. Unlike most recovery studios that focus on one or two modalities, RPC offers multiple recovery services under one roof — plus full gym access included in every membership.

Services

• Cold plunge at 39°F, with day passes from $40
• Infrared sauna — full spectrum
• Red light therapy
• NormaTec compression therapy
• Flowpresso lymphatic drainage
• Contrast therapy — sauna + cold plunge
• Massage therapy
• Superfoods wellness cafe, open to the public
• Unlimited 24/7 access to Anytime Fitness

Pricing

• Day Pass: $40 for 15 min | $60 for 30 min | $100 for 60 min
• Membership: From $109 bi-weekly — includes recovery services + Anytime Fitness
• 7-Day Trial: $79 for first-time visitors only

★★★★★ 4.7 stars — 107+ Google Reviews

Best for: Athletes, gym-goers, and anyone who wants to consolidate recovery and training into one membership. The Anytime Fitness bundle alone makes it a standout value.

SweatHouz Pasadena

South Lake Ave, Pasadena

SweatHouz is a sauna and cold plunge studio focused specifically on contrast therapy — alternating between infrared sauna and cold plunge. They’re a national chain with locations across the US.

Services

• Cold plunge
• Infrared sauna

Pricing

• Membership: approximately $99/month

Best for: People who want a dedicated sauna + cold plunge chain experience. Note: no gym access, no red light therapy, no compression, and no lymphatic services.

Pure Sweat Studios Pasadena

Union St, Pasadena

Pure Sweat Studios is an infrared sauna studio that also offers cold plunge. They have multiple locations in the LA area and are well established in the Pasadena market.

Services

• Infrared sauna
• Cold plunge

Pricing

• Membership: approximately $65/month

Best for: Those who want a budget-friendly sauna and cold plunge option. Services are more limited compared to RPC.

Pause Studio

Melrose Ave, Los Angeles

Pause Studio is a wellness concept focused on float therapy, infrared sauna, and cold plunge. Their nearest location to Pasadena is in Los Angeles.

Services

• Infrared sauna
• Cold plunge
• Float therapy, location dependent

Pricing

• Membership: approximately $89/month

Best for: People who prioritize float therapy alongside sauna and cold plunge. Located in LA rather than Pasadena, making it less convenient for local residents.

Which Recovery Studio Is Right for You?

Choose Renew Performance Center if:

• You want more than just sauna + cold plunge
• You want gym access bundled into your recovery membership
• You’re an athlete looking for a full routine — red light, compression, lymphatic, and massage
• You want to try everything before committing — the $79 7-day trial covers all services

Choose SweatHouz if:

• You specifically want a sauna + cold plunge chain experience
• You prefer South Lake Ave over Colorado Blvd

Choose Pure Sweat if:

• Budget is the primary factor
• Sauna and cold plunge are the only services you use

Choose Pause Studio if:

• Float therapy is a priority and you don’t mind driving to LA

Try Renew Performance Center Risk-Free

First-time visitors can try everything at RPC for $79 — unlimited cold plunge, infrared sauna, red light therapy, NormaTec compression, Flowpresso, and Anytime Fitness gym access for a full 7 days. No commitment required.

600 E Colorado Blvd, Suite 110, Pasadena — next to Urth Caffé

Phone: (626) 345-5314

Start My 7-Day Trial — $79

Book a Day Pass — from $40

Last updated: May 2026. Competitor pricing and availability are approximate and subject to change.