Use Your FSA Before Year End: An Austin Wellness Plan for November
Quick answer: If you have health FSA dollars left for 2026, check your plan deadline now, then put them toward recovery you will actually use; Sweatland's infrared sauna and red light sessions on South Lamar are FSA and HSA eligible, and new clients can start with Intro Week for $88.
The November money you might be leaving behind
November in Austin moves fast. Football Saturdays, holiday parties, travel, and the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning.
It is also the month many people forget about their FSA.
Most health FSAs are "use it or lose it." If your plan runs on the calendar year, unspent money can be forfeited after December 31. Some plans offer a short grace period, and some let you carry over a set amount. For 2026, IRS rules allow a carryover of up to $680, but only if your employer's plan includes it.
HSAs work differently. Your HSA balance rolls over each year, so there is no year end rush. Still, it is a smart way to pay for self care with pre tax dollars.
A simple plan for your remaining FSA dollars
Check your balance and deadline this week. Your plan administrator's app or website will show both.
Ask what your plan needs. Some plans ask for an itemized receipt or a letter of medical necessity for wellness services.
Start with Intro Week. New clients get a full week of visits for $88, so you can try the sauna and red light and see what feels best.
Book around your busiest days. A session after a long Saturday at the stadium or before holiday travel helps you slow down.
Plan a Thanksgiving week reset. Running the Turkey Trot on November 26? Book a calm session for the Friday or weekend after.
How Sweatland fits your November
Infrared Sauna Suite and Cabana
Our 30 minute Infrared Sauna Suite lets you lie down and fully unwind. The 45 minute Infrared Sauna Cabana is a walk in, full spectrum session with chromotherapy lighting. Many guests use sauna time as a quiet break from busy weeks.
Full body red light, 20 minutes
Our full body red light therapy bed is 20 minutes of lying still in warm red light. Cleveland Clinic notes that early research on red light therapy shows promise, while its full effects are still being studied. We see it as a relaxing recovery ritual, not a cure. New clients can try it for $25.
Safety first
Drink water before and after every session, even as the weather cools. Skip the sauna if you feel unwell, overheated, or dizzy. Check with your doctor before using a sauna or red light therapy if you are pregnant, have a heart condition or implanted device, are sensitive to light, or take medication that affects heat or light sensitivity. Our sessions support relaxation and recovery; they do not diagnose, treat, or cure any condition.
Book your November reset
Searching for an infrared sauna in Austin, red light therapy in Austin, or a sauna near me in 78704? Sweatland is a women founded, Austin founded South Lamar wellness studio built for recovery in Austin.
New clients can start Intro Week for $88, or try full body red light for $25. Sessions are FSA and HSA eligible.
Find us at 215 South Lamar Blvd Suite B, Austin, TX 78704, with free garage parking at Bridges on the Park.
Book online, call 512-494-4800, or text 737-258-9551.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my FSA or HSA at Sweatland?
Yes. Sweatland sessions are FSA and HSA eligible. Some plans ask for an itemized receipt or a letter of medical necessity, so check with your plan administrator first.
When do FSA funds expire?
It depends on your plan. Many calendar year plans forfeit unspent funds after December 31, unless the plan offers a grace period or a carryover. For 2026, the IRS allows a carryover of up to $680 if your employer's plan includes it.
Do HSA funds expire at the end of the year?
No. HSA balances roll over from year to year, so you can use them whenever it suits you.
What is the best first visit for a new client?
Intro Week is a great start. For $88, new clients get a full week to try the infrared sauna and red light therapy and find their favorite routine.
Where is Sweatland and is parking free?
Sweatland is at 215 South Lamar Blvd Suite B, Austin, TX 78704. Parking is free in the garage at Bridges on the Park.