Your New Neighborhood Bathhouse & Hangout
RVA’s future go-to place to recharge, connect, and belong. Sign up to be the first to know when doors open.
Your New Neighborhood Bathhouse & Hangout
RVA’s future go-to place to recharge, connect, and belong. Sign up to be the first to know when doors open.
Your New Neighborhood Bathhouse & Hangout
RVA’s future go-to place to recharge, connect, and belong. Sign up to be the first to know when doors open.
Good stuff, no spam — just an occasional update.
RVA’s First Social Wellness Club
Opening in 2026
Opening in 2026
RVA’s First Social Wellness Club
Opening in 2026
Opening in 2026
RVA’s First Social Wellness Club
Opening in 2026
Opening in 2026
The Vibe
The New Neighbordhood Pub
The New Neighbordhood Pub
Richmond deserves more healthy hangout spots, so we’re starting simple: a cozy sauna, cold plunges, and a space to connect. At Recess, phones stay away so you can focus on presence, play, and conversations that linger long after you’ve cooled down.
All Images shown are for vibe and inspiration only.
The Bathhouse
From hot to cold, steamy to serene - our bathhouse will have it all. Sauna, steam, ice, and soak your way to feeling brand-new.
Traditional Dry Sauna
Dry heat that warms you to the bone & soothes the soul.
The Atrium
Part hangout, part playground — your clubhouse for yoga, games, and late-night laughs.
The Team
We are a small but spirited team on a mission to create Richmond’s home for connection, play, and presence.
Tommy Murray
Founder
Product designer turned wellness entrepreneur with 10+ years in consumer startups across design, growth, and branding. Former boutique hotel operator in Todos Santos, Mexico; lifelong wellness advocate with 30+ bathhouse visits.
Zach Brenner
Cofounder
Operations-first real estate entrepreneur with 10+ years managing large-scale commercial properties, vendor relationships, and capital projects. Built, scaled, and sold Redefine Property Management.
You
Playmaker
This could be you. If you’re curious, driven, and our mission feels like something you’d want to be part of, let’s grab a coffee, a sauna, or maybe even a cold plunge. We’d love to hear from you — reach out below.
The Team
We are a small but spirited team on a mission to create Richmond’s home for connection, play, and presence.
Tommy Murray
Founder
Product designer turned wellness entrepreneur with 10+ years in consumer startups across design, growth, and branding. Former boutique hotel operator in Todos Santos, Mexico; lifelong wellness advocate with 30+ bathhouse visits.
Zach Brenner
Cofounder
Operations-first real estate entrepreneur with 10+ years managing large-scale commercial properties, vendor relationships, and capital projects. Built, scaled, and sold Redefine Property Management.
You
Playmaker
This could be you. If you’re curious, driven, and our mission feels like something you’d want to be part of, let’s grab a coffee, a sauna, or maybe even a cold plunge. We’d love to hear from you — reach out below.
The Community
Richmond’s ready. Here’s what the people are saying.
Devika J
Consultant | Downtown
So much of Richmond's social life happens in breweries. Recess gives Richmonders an alchol-free third space where community and self-care go hand in hand. It is just what we need!
Wyatt B
Engineer | Carytown
Richmond has a solid night life scene. What we're missing is somewhere to recharge and relax with friends. Recess will be a huge addition for folks like myself who could use a place to rejuvenate.
Nick S
Accountant | Maymont
Richmond has an amazing group of creative and conscious individuals looking to connect. The one thing we lack is somewhere for our community to gather where alcohol isn’t the main focus.
Samantha C
Founder | Museum District
I really believe we’re all searching for spaces that speak to us on a deeper level — places that go beyond coffee or cocktails. Richmond doesn’t have that yet and could really use it.
Stephen D
Sales | Westend
We have bars and coffee shops, but very few spots that truly bring people together without a drink in hand. A place for wellness and community would fill a huge gap in Richmond’s social life.
Jennifer F
Art Director | Northside
Richmond needs more places where people can slow down, connect, and feel part of something. A bathhouse and hangout spot is much needed!
Devika J
Consultant | Downtown
So much of Richmond's social life happens in breweries. Recess gives Richmonders an alchol-free third space where community and self-care go hand in hand. It is just what we need!
Wyatt B
Engineer | Carytown
Richmond has a solid night life scene. What we're missing is somewhere to recharge and relax with friends. Recess will be a huge addition for folks like myself who could use a place to rejuvenate.
Nick S
Accountant | Maymont
Richmond has an amazing group of creative and conscious individuals looking to connect. The one thing we lack is somewhere for our community to gather where alcohol isn’t the main focus.
Samantha C
Founder | Museum District
I really believe we’re all searching for spaces that speak to us on a deeper level — places that go beyond coffee or cocktails. Richmond doesn’t have that yet and could really use it.
Stephen D
Sales | Westend
We have bars and coffee shops, but very few spots that truly bring people together without a drink in hand. A place for wellness and community would fill a huge gap in Richmond’s social life.
Jennifer F
Art Director | Northside
Richmond needs more places where people can slow down, connect, and feel part of something. A bathhouse and hangout spot is much needed!
We’re gaining momentum
but we need your support
We have early interest from investors, but to bring Recess to life, we need to show there’s a real community behind it. If this vision speaks to you, join the movement — it helps us get one step closer.
We’re gaining momentum
but we need your support
We have early interest from investors, but to bring Recess to life, we need to show there’s a real community behind it. If this vision speaks to you, join the movement — it helps us get one step closer.
Your New Neighborhood Bathhouse & Hangout
RVA’s future go-to place to recharge, connect, and belong. Sign up to be the first to know when doors open.
Good stuff, no spam — just an occasional update.
RVA’s First Social
Wellness Club
Opening in 2026
Opening in 2026
The Vibe
The New Neighbordhood Pub
Richmond deserves more healthy hangout spots, so we’re starting simple: a cozy sauna, cold plunges, and a space to connect. At Recess, phones stay away so you can focus on presence, play, and conversations that linger long after you’ve cooled down.
All Images shown are for vibe
and inspiration only.
The Bathhouse
From hot to cold, steamy to serene - our bathhouse will have it all. Sauna, steam, ice, and soak your way to feeling brand-new.
Traditional Dry Sauna
Dry heat that warms you to the bone & soothes the soul.
Steam Room
Soothing steam to relax the muscles and clear the mind.
The Atrium
Part hangout, part playground — your clubhouse for yoga, games, and late-night laughs.
The Team
We are a small but spirited team on a mission to create Richmond’s home for connection, play, and presence.
Tommy Murray
Founder
Product designer turned wellness entrepreneur with 10+ years in consumer startups across design, growth, and branding. Former boutique hotel operator in Todos Santos, Mexico; lifelong wellness advocate with 30+ bathhouse visits.
Zach Brenner
Cofounder
Operations-first real estate entrepreneur with 10+ years managing large-scale commercial properties, vendor relationships, and capital projects. Built, scaled, and sold Redefine Property Management.
You
Playmaker
This could be you. If you’re curious, driven, and our mission feels like something you’d want to be part of, let’s grab a coffee, a sauna, or maybe even a cold plunge. We’d love to hear from you — reach out below.
The Community
Richmond’s ready. Here’s what the people are saying.
Devika J
Consultant | Downtown
So much of Richmond's social life happens in breweries. Recess gives Richmonders an alchol-free third space where community and self-care go hand in hand. It is just what we need!
Wyatt B
Engineer | Carytown
Richmond has a solid night life scene. What we're missing is somewhere to recharge and relax with friends. Recess will be a huge addition for folks like myself who could use a place to rejuvenate.
Nick S
Accountant | Maymont
Richmond has an amazing group of creative and conscious individuals looking to connect. The one thing we lack is somewhere for our community to gather where alcohol isn’t the main focus.
Samantha C
Founder | Museum District
I really believe we’re all searching for spaces that speak to us on a deeper level — places that go beyond coffee or cocktails. Richmond doesn’t have that yet and could really use it.
Stephen D
Sales | Westend
We have bars and coffee shops, but very few spots that truly bring people together without a drink in hand. A place for wellness and community would fill a huge gap in Richmond’s social life.
Jennifer F
Art Director | Northside
Richmond needs more places where people can slow down, connect, and feel part of something. A bathhouse and hangout spot is much needed!
Want to submit a testamonial? Drop us an email.
We’re gaining momentum
but we need your support
We have early interest from investors, but to bring Recess to life, we need to show there’s a real community behind it. If this vision speaks to you, join the movement — it helps us get one step closer.