Overview

The SunRay Aurora is a 2-4 person traditional barrel sauna built from solid Western Red Cedar and heated by a 6 kW Harvia electric heater with sauna stones. Ball-and-socket cedar construction, ergonomic backrests, and a shingled roof suit it for outdoor or wet-climate installation.

Key Features

• Solid Western Red Cedar ball-and-socket construction with stainless steel hardware and 1 3/8" thick lumber

• 6 kW Harvia electric heater with sauna stones, reaches up to 170°F

• Built-in delay timer lets you set a start time up to 8 hours in advance

• Ergonomic backrests and tempered glass door

• Shingled roof and built-in floor kit for outdoor or wet-climate use

• Interior dome lighting that runs without a separate electrical circuit

• Includes accessory kit: bucket, ladle, thermo-hygrometer, sand timer, and heater stones

Specifications

Ideal For

Buyers who want a backyard sauna with classic barrel aesthetics

Households of 2-4 person who want a traditional steam session (150–170°F)

Users who value Harvia heater reliability and cedar weatherproofing

Buyers comfortable running a dedicated 240V/30A circuit to the installation spot

Not Ideal For:

Buyers looking for infrared sessions at lower temperatures — see the Cayenne outdoor infrared or Grandby

Households without a 240V dedicated circuit available within reach

Buyers who want a traditional rectangular cabin — see the indoor or outdoor traditional lineup

Why GooFitness Carries This

We carry the full Sunray lineup so you can compare before you commit. Call us before ordering if you want a straight answer on whether this fits your space, your electrical, and your use pattern — we walk buyers through this decision every week. After delivery you reach a person, not a ticket queue. We work with home buyers, athletes, and commercial wellness facilities across all four sauna formats: indoor, outdoor, barrel, and contemporary.

Who Buys This

Homeowners with a backyard or deck space who want a classic barrel sauna

Couples and small families using sauna together for shared recovery time

Athletes cycling hot/cold therapy as part of a recovery routine

Buyers who entertain and want a visual centrepiece for outdoor gatherings

Cabin and rental property owners adding a wellness amenity guests remember

What It Does — Feature by Feature

True Finnish steam experience: 6.0 kW Harvia Electric with sauna rocks reaches up to 170°F — pour water for löyly and steam bursts.

Solid red cedar cabin: Ball-and-socket construction with 1 3/8" thick lumber and stainless steel hardware for weatherproof durability.

Flat floor kit included: Removes the usual barrel-sauna setup headache of building a level base first.

Shingled roof: Handles wet climates and protects the cedar shell year-round.

Delay timer on heater: Set start up to 8 hours ahead so the sauna is ready when you are.

Accessory kit included: Thermohydrometer, water bucket, ladle, sand timer, and heater stones ship with the unit.

See It In Action

Assembly Manual

Supplier-provided assembly and operation manual:

Download Operation and Assembly Manual.

Specs — What They Mean For You

Spec

What It Means For You

Heater

6.0 kW Harvia Electric

Controls session intensity. Harvia is Finnish-made and the industry standard for reliability.

Max Temperature

170°F

How hot the cabin gets at peak. Traditional sessions typically run 150–170°F.

Capacity

2-4 Person

Comfortable seating capacity — not sardine-packed, not marketing-inflated.

Wood

Solid Red Cedar

The cabin frame and bench material. Cedar and hemlock both resist heat stress and moisture over years of use.

Location

Indoor or outdoor install

Where the unit is built to be installed — affects weatherproofing and placement options.

Sauna Type

Traditional (Steam + Rock)

Traditional heats the air and rocks for steam. Infrared warms your body directly at lower temperatures.

Electrical

240V, 30A dedicated circuit

A licensed electrician should run this circuit before delivery — budget ~$300–800 depending on your panel distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people fit in the Aurora barrel sauna? It's built as a 2-4 person traditional barrel sauna, with extra bench space for stretching out.

What heater does the Aurora use? A 6 kW Harvia electric heater with sauna stones, which reaches temperatures up to 170°F.

What electrical hookup is required? A dedicated 220-240V, 30A circuit, similar to what an electric dryer uses.

Can the Aurora be installed outdoors? Yes, it includes a shingled roof and floor kit intended for outdoor or wetter-climate installation.

What warranty comes with the Aurora? A 10-year structural warranty, with a 1-year warranty on parts and electronic components.

Questions? Contact us at support@goofitness.com or visit goofitness.com.