Hosting the Ultimate Hot Tub Party: Your Complete Guide

Important Things to Know

Safety First: The main priority of safety ensures that everyone can have a good time in the hot tub. Here are some essential tips:

Limited Soak Times: It is important to tell guests to take breaks every 15 minutes in order not to overheat.
Stay Hydrated: It is very important to provide non-alcoholic beverages to ensure that everyone is well hydrated.
Child Safety: Children under four years should not be allowed into the hot tub and they should be watched at all times.
Avoid Overcrowding: Do not overcrowd the hot tub and ensure that each person has their own seat or lounger. For a big group of people, it is advisable to divide them into groups and have them use the hot tub at different times.
Water Quality: Always check the water for clarity, sanitizer and pH level, especially after each group of people has used the tub.
No Jumping or Diving: Hot tubs are not deep, and there are internal seats and filters that could cause injuries. Always get in and out of the hot tub slowly.
Toys and Safety: Toys should only be allowed to float and toys should be taken away when the tub is not in use to prevent unsupervised children from being attracted to it.
Lock the Lid: The hot tub should always be covered and the lid should be locked when it is not in use.
Foot Cleanliness: The foot-washing station should be put in place in order to minimize the amount of dirt and debris that gets into the tub.
Preparation is Key:

Preparation of the hot tub and the guests will assist in the smooth running of the event. This is what you should do:

Cleaning and Water Balancing: Ensure that the hot tub is well cleaned and the water is well balanced at least three days before the party to ensure that everything is set.
Check Equipment: Ensure that the hot tub and all the equipment is in good working condition.
Inform Guests: Let the guests know to shower before entering the hot tub (to prevent lotions and makeup from contaminating the water) and to keep the temperature at or below 40 ºC for comfort and safety.
Creating the Right Atmosphere:

A little planning can help make your hot tub party more special.

Pick a Theme: It can be a seasonal theme, a celebratory theme or even a theme that is just unique with the right decorations and activities for a fun time.
Lighting and Music: The hot tub has lights and speakers and if the hot tub does not have lights and speakers, then you can install waterproof lights and speakers. If the party is at night, then it is important that the walkways to and from the hot tub are well lit for safety.
Provide Extra Comfort: Towels, robes and sliders should be provided for guests to keep warm and comfortable outside the tub.
Responsible Water Disposal:

Proper disposal of the hot tub water is very important and this should be done in a safe and responsible manner.

Be Cautious with Plants: The use of chemically treated water especially with chlorine is harmful to plants. You should let the water cool overnight in order to minimize the chlorine content before using it in your garden.
Proper Drainage: If possible, drain into a main drain. If draining onto the lawn, spread the water out to avoid waterlogging any one area.