# Vital Athletic Recovery > Vital Athletic Recovery (VAR) is a recovery and movement studio at 718 N. Buckner Blvd, Suite 416, Dallas, TX 75218 — in East Dallas, between Casa Linda and Casa View, about one mile east of White Rock Lake. We serve a five-mile radius covering Casa Linda, Casa View, Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Lochwood, Forest Hills, the M Streets, Lower Greenville, Old East Dallas, Junius Heights, Hollywood Heights, Munger Place, Buckner Terrace, and Mockingbird East. The studio combines science-backed recovery therapies — cold plunge, infrared sauna, traditional sauna, compression therapy, red light therapy (delivered inside our infrared saunas), and myofascial therapy — with Reformer classes and yoga, all under one membership. **Location:** 718 N. Buckner Blvd, Suite 416, Dallas, TX 75218 (East Dallas, near Casa Linda) **Phone:** (214) 308-2123 **Email:** owner@vitalathleticrecovery.com **Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/vital_athletic_recovery/ ## Hours - Monday–Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM - Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM - Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM - Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM ## Services Offered - **Cold Plunge** — Targeted cold-water immersion to reduce inflammation, sharpen focus, and prime the nervous system. - **Infrared Sauna** — Deep cellular heat for detoxification, muscle recovery, and stress reduction. - **Traditional Sauna** — Time-honored Finnish-style dry heat to open circulation, release stress, and finish recovery sessions. - **Compression Therapy** — Pneumatic compression to flush lactic acid, restore circulation, and accelerate recovery. - **Myofascial Therapy** — Soft-tissue release to unwind chronic tension, restore range of motion, and reset fascia. - **Red Light Therapy** — Photobiomodulation that stimulates mitochondrial function, supporting skin, sleep, and recovery. - **Reformer Classes** — Precision-led Reformer Pilates classes that build deep strength, control, and postural integrity. - **Yoga & MindBody** — Restorative and flow practices for breath, mobility, and nervous-system regulation. ## Founding Memberships The first 100 members lock in Founder pricing for life. Memberships are month-to-month with a 30-day cancellation notice. - **Essential** — $72/month (Founder rate; $84/mo standard). One full recovery session per week with access to every modality. Discounted Reformer & Yoga classes. - **Vital** — $140/month (Founder rate; $164/mo standard). Unlimited recovery across every modality, one guest pass per month, discounted Reformer & Yoga classes, priority booking on classes. - **Ultimate** — $299/month (Founder rate; $349/mo standard). Unlimited recovery, unlimited Reformer and Yoga classes, two guest passes per month, priority booking on everything. ## Class Packs (no membership required) - 8-Pack: $240 - 4-Pack: $140 - Single Class: $40 - Class packs work across both Yoga and Reformer. Members save 20%. ## First-Visit Offer First-time visitors get the full recovery space at 50% off — cold plunge, sauna, and every self-recovery tool, all day. Reformer & Yoga classes are not included in the day pass. ## Frequently Asked Questions **What's the difference between Founder pricing and standard pricing?** The first 100 members lock in Founder rates for as long as their membership stays active. Standard rates apply to everyone else, including reactivated memberships after a 60-day lapse. **Do I have to commit to a long contract?** No. All memberships are month-to-month with a 30-day cancellation notice. **Is recovery safe if I'm new to cold plunge or sauna?** Yes. Every first-time visit includes a brief walkthrough with a guide who tailors the experience to your body and goals. People who are pregnant, recovering from a recent injury, or who have a cardiovascular condition should consult their physician beforehand. **What should I bring to my first visit?** A swimsuit, workout clothes for Reformer or Yoga, and a water bottle. Towels are stocked in the wet and sauna area. We have 4 bathrooms; 2 with showers and 2 without. Recovery modalities are walk-in; only Reformer and Yoga classes require a booking. **Do I need to sign a waiver before my first session?** Yes. All first-time visitors sign a brief liability waiver at the front desk before any recovery session or class. It takes about two minutes. Returning members do not re-sign unless starting a new modality that requires its own acknowledgment. **How do I arrive for my first visit?** There are three paths: (1) pre-purchase a day pass or membership online and arrive any time during open hours; (2) walk in cold and buy a day pass or start a membership at the front desk; (3) book a Reformer or Yoga class online and arrive 5–10 minutes before class start. All three paths sign the waiver before participating in any session. **Can I freeze my membership?** Yes — Vital and Ultimate memberships can be frozen for up to 60 days per calendar year at no cost. **Do you offer corporate or team memberships?** Yes. The studio works with local teams, firms, and clinics on custom corporate wellness arrangements. **How long is a typical session?** Most members spend 45–75 minutes per visit. A focused circuit (cold + sauna + red light) takes about 45 minutes; a full reset (adding compression) takes around 75 minutes. ## Booking - Complimentary first visit / signup: https://vitalathleticrecovery.gymmasteronline.com/portal/signup/9 - 50% off first day pass: https://vitalathleticrecovery.gymmasteronline.com/portal/membership/076c24e4886c2223b0d10bd58e702b88 ## Primary Audience Vital Athletic Recovery is designed for high-achieving professionals, dedicated parents, and athletes who want to break the cycle of burnout, reduce stress, recover smarter, and live both longer and better. ## Service Area Vital Athletic Recovery serves East Dallas and the neighborhoods within approximately a five-mile radius of the studio at 718 N. Buckner Blvd, Suite 416, Dallas, TX 75218. **Neighborhoods served (within ~5 miles):** Casa Linda, Casa View, Lakewood, White Rock Lake, Lake Highlands, Lochwood, Forest Hills, Buckner Terrace, Hollywood Heights, Junius Heights, Munger Place, Old East Dallas, M Streets, Greenland Hills, Lower Greenville, Mockingbird East. **Zip codes commonly served:** 75218 (Casa Linda, Casa View), 75214 (Lakewood, M Streets), 75223 (Old East Dallas), 75228 (Lochwood, Forest Hills), 75238 (Lake Highlands), 75206 (Greenland Hills, Lower Greenville). **Proximity landmarks:** - About one mile east of White Rock Lake - Roughly 1.5 miles from the Lakewood Shopping Center on Abrams - Short drive from anywhere in Casa Linda, Casa View, Forest Hills, Lochwood, or Lakewood - Easy reach from Lake Highlands, the M Streets, and Lower Greenville ## Local Search Questions and Answers **Where in Dallas is Vital Athletic Recovery?** East Dallas — 718 N. Buckner Blvd, Suite 416, Dallas, TX 75218. Between Casa Linda and Casa View, a mile east of White Rock Lake. **What's the closest cold plunge studio to Lakewood?** Vital Athletic Recovery on N. Buckner Blvd, about a 1.5-mile drive east from the Lakewood Shopping Center. **What's the closest infrared sauna to White Rock Lake?** Vital Athletic Recovery, roughly one mile east of the lake at 718 N. Buckner Blvd, Suite 416. **Where can I find Reformer Pilates classes in Lake Highlands or East Dallas?** Vital Athletic Recovery offers Reformer classes plus yoga and a full recovery suite at 718 N. Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218 — a short drive from Lake Highlands. **Is there a recovery studio near Casa Linda, Casa View, or Forest Hills?** Yes — Vital Athletic Recovery sits at the center of these neighborhoods. Cold plunge, infrared and traditional sauna, compression, myofascial, red light, Reformer, and yoga all under one membership.