Cold Therapy · Swiss Gyms · Recovery Technology

Performance
starts at zero
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AlpCryo brings world-class cold therapy infrastructure to Swiss fitness studios. We source, deliver, install and maintain premium cold plunge, cryo-chamber and contrast therapy systems — so your gym focuses on members, not machines.

Cold therapy
CHF 6BGlobal cryo market 2025
+23%Annual market growth
350%Metabolic rate boost (Sramek et al.)
–47%Cortisol drop post-session
+18%Gym member retention

Zero capital risk. Full recovery power delivered.

You focus on your members. We handle everything — sourcing, Swiss logistics, installation, compliance and ongoing servicing.

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Needs Assessment

We visit your facility, audit space, power supply and member profile. We define the right cold therapy tier — entry, mid or premium — for your audience and budget.

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Equipment Sourcing

We procure CE-marked, TÜV-certified equipment from top European manufacturers at partner pricing — MECOTEC, CRYONiQ, iCoolsport and Harvia.

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Delivery & Installation

We coordinate Swiss logistics, customs, on-site installation and staff training — ensuring full compliance with Swiss safety and electrical standards.

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Service & Maintenance

Preventive maintenance contracts, remote diagnostics, fast spare-parts supply. One annual service visit covers most electric systems — operational 365 days a year.

Three tiers. One clear path to recovery leadership.

Start with the Glacier entry system and scale at your own pace. Each package is a complete turnkey solution — equipment, delivery, installation, training and 1-year maintenance.

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Glacier
Entry · Cold Plunge
CHF 8–18K
One-time · turnkey installed
  • Commercial cold plunge tub (1–2 person)
  • Integrated chiller, UV filtration & ozone
  • 3°C–15°C precise temperature control
  • Delivery & professional installation
  • Staff training (half day)
  • 1-year maintenance contract
  • AlpCryo member marketing kit
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Eis-Gipfel
Premium · Full Recovery Lab
CHF 80–180K
One-time · turnkey installed
  • Whole-body electric cryo chamber (–120°C, TÜV)
  • Multi-person cold plunge (4–6 person)
  • Infrared sauna for full contrast protocol
  • Space planning & interior design support
  • Medical-grade setup & operator certification
  • 3-year full-service maintenance SLA
  • Branding & premium member programme
  • Revenue-share model optionally available
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What the science actually says about cold therapy.

Cold therapy is one of the fastest-growing evidence bases in sports science and integrative medicine. Below is a curated summary of key findings from systematic reviews, meta-analyses and randomised controlled trials published in leading journals.

A note on evidence quality. While results are compelling and growing, some areas of cold therapy research still rely on small-sample studies. We present the science accurately — including its limitations — because we believe Swiss gym owners deserve transparent, evidence-informed decisions, not just marketing claims.
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Metabolism & Fat Burning
Cold exposure can spike basal metabolic rate by up to 350%
350%
Immersion at 14°C for one hour was shown to increase basal metabolic rate by 350% compared to baseline, while simultaneously reducing systolic and diastolic blood pressure by 7–8%.
Cold activates the PPARα pathway, upregulating enzymes (CPT1) that enhance fatty acid breakdown for ATP production — essentially shifting the body into fat-burning mode as its thermogenic fuel source.
Sramek et al. (2000). European Journal of Applied Physiology · Hohenauer et al. (2025). The Journal of Physiology, Wiley
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Brown Adipose Tissue Activation
Cold acclimation grows brown fat thermogenic capacity by 182%
Brown adipose tissue (BAT) is the body's metabolically active "good fat" that burns calories to generate heat. Research published in The Journal of Physiology (2025) demonstrates that after cold acclimation, BAT volume increased by 45% and thermogenic capability by 182%.
Cold exposure also induces sympathetic nervous system activity and can improve glucose metabolism without affecting pancreatic insulin secretion — relevant for metabolic syndrome prevention.
Blondin et al. (2017) via Hohenauer et al. (2025). The Journal of Physiology · Iwen et al. (2017). Diabetologia
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Inflammation Reduction
WBC significantly reduces systemic inflammatory markers in healthy adults
A meta-analysis of 11 randomised controlled trials published in Scientific Reports (Nature, 2025) confirmed that whole-body cryotherapy significantly reduces the inflammatory response in humans, measured via markers including IL-6, IL-1β and TNF-α.
A 2024 pilot cohort study (Interactive Journal of Medical Research) found regular WBC sessions lowered hsCRP levels — a primary systemic inflammation biomarker — even in otherwise healthy individuals, and showed a modulating effect on fasting glucose.
Zhao et al. (2025). Scientific Reports, Nature · Chun, Joseph & Pojednic (2024). Interact J Med Res, PMID 39576692
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Muscle Recovery (DOMS)
Proven reduction in delayed-onset muscle soreness across 55 RCTs
A comprehensive network meta-analysis of 55 randomised controlled trials published in Frontiers in Physiology (2025) established CWI as an effective intervention for reducing DOMS after exercise. Medium-temperature CWI (11–15°C, 10–15 min) offers the optimal balance between effectiveness and comfort.
The mechanism: vasoconstriction reduces inflammatory mediators; re-warming triggers vasodilation, flushing metabolic waste including lactic acid and accelerating micro-damage repair.
Xiao et al. (2025). Frontiers in Physiology · Meta-analysis of 55 RCTs, Jan 2025
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Mood, Dopamine & Mental Health
–47% cortisol drop; surge in dopamine and norepinephrine
–47%
A 2023 study in the Journal of Thermal Biology (Reed et al.) measured serum cortisol after acute CWI and found a 47% reduction at 180 minutes post-exposure. Cold triggers the release of norepinephrine and dopamine — neurochemicals associated with alertness, motivation and mood elevation.
A double-blind RCT (92 participants, 10 WBC sessions at –110°C) showed statistically significant improvement in depressive symptoms, quality of life and self-assessed mood.
Reed et al. (2023). J Thermal Biology, 118:103727 · Rymaszewska et al. (2020). Frontiers in Psychiatry, PMID 32581890
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Sleep Quality
Cold exposure modulates key neurobiological markers of deep sleep
A systematic review protocol (PMC, 2025) synthesising evidence on cold-water exposure and mental health found that CWE consistently improves sleep quality through multiple mechanisms: reduced core body temperature, lower cortisol, elevated norepinephrine and reduced pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α).
The effect is greater with full-body immersion vs. chest-level only, and with repeated sessions rather than single exposures — supporting the gym subscription model.
Systematic review (2025). PMC/NCBI · Robey et al. (2013). Med Sci Sports Exerc
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Cardiometabolic Health
Regular cold therapy linked to reduced risk of T2D and cardiovascular disease
A 2025 review in PMC synthesising MEDLINE and EMBASE data through July 2024 concluded that cold therapy positively impacts cardiometabolic risk factors — including blood pressure, fasting glucose, lipid profiles and insulin sensitivity — and may reduce the long-term risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.
A 2023 Biomolecules study specifically found WBC improves asprosin secretion and insulin sensitivity in postmenopausal women — expanding the applicability beyond athletes.
PMC systematic review (2025). J Physiol · Wiecek et al. (2023). Biomolecules, 13(11):1602
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Immune Resilience & Hormesis
Controlled cold stress activates hormetic immune adaptation
Cold therapy works on the principle of hormesis — short, controlled doses of biological stress that trigger adaptive responses making the body stronger. Regular cold exposure challenges the immune system to become more resilient in much the same way as exercise stimulates muscle growth.
Preclinical research has identified cold shock protein RBM3 as a potentially neuroprotective factor — involved in regulating apoptosis, metabolism and oxidative stress — though human trials are still in early stages.
Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (2024). Cognitive Vitality Review · RestoreLabs study (2024), 15 healthy adults over 9 months

The Swiss cold therapy market is nascent — and wide open.

Most existing players are end-user studios, not B2B solution providers targeting gyms. AlpCryo sits in a largely untapped position.

CompetitorLocationModelThreat
CryoduktZürichB2C cryo studioIndirect
Cryo Sport SantéGenevaB2C wellness centreIndirect
MECOTECGermanyManufacturer directModerate
Kloodos / PowercabUK / GermanyEquipment distributorModerate
Local gym chainsCH nationwideSelf-install (rare)Low

Why gyms choose us over going direct.

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    Swiss Market ExpertiseDE/FR/IT language support. Swiss electrical compliance, customs, VAT handled end-to-end.
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    Turnkey vs. DIYManufacturer direct sales leave gyms navigating logistics, installation and compliance alone. AlpCryo is one accountable partner.
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    Scalable PackagesStart small (CHF 8K) with a clear upgrade roadmap. No commitment to large capex upfront.
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    Long-term Service PartnerOngoing maintenance contracts create recurring revenue. Competitors only sell equipment.
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    Revenue Strategy IncludedWe help gyms price, package and market cold therapy to members, maximising their ROI.

CE-marked. TÜV-certified. Built for commercial performance.

We work with vetted European manufacturers — all electrically operated (no nitrogen logistics), ISO/CE certified, with remote diagnostics.

⭐ Primary · Cryo Chambers
MECOTEC
🇩🇪 Germany — Bitterfeld-Wolfen
TÜV CertifiedElectric–120°CISO 13485

Globally recognised market leader in electric whole-body cryo chambers. TÜV-quality certified — the only manufacturer with this distinction worldwide.

⭐ Primary · Cryo Saunas
CRYONiQ
🇪🇺 EU — ISO 9001 Facilities
CE MarkedISO 9001FDA 513(g)400+ Sites

EU-manufactured cryo saunas in 400+ locations worldwide. Strong after-sales support, operator training and nitrogen supply logistics.

Primary · Cold Plunge
iCoolsport
🌍 Global — 70+ Countries
Commercial GradeChiller + UVCE Marked2M+ Users

The original inventor of the modern ice bath system, trusted by over 2 million users globally.

Premium · Cold Plunge
Harvia / Passion Spas
🇫🇮 Finland / 🇩🇪 Germany
Luxury DesignContrast Systems1–6 Person

Premium aesthetics for high-end gym environments. Strong brand cachet in the DACH region.

Alternative · Cryo
Cryomed
🇺🇦 Ukraine — EU Exported
CE MarkedISO 13485Medical 2B

CE and ISO 13485 certified. Medical Device Class 2B. Lower entry cost — good for Glacier/Nordkette where budget is a constraint.

OEM / White Label
Smartmak / Alphasauna
🇨🇳 China — CE/ETL Certified
OEM AvailableCE/ETL7-Day Lead Time

For AlpCryo private-label plunge units. Medical-grade stainless steel, CE/ETL certified, fast production. Best margin on Glacier packages.

Asset-light. High margin. Recurring revenue.

AlpCryo operates as a pure orchestrator. No warehouse, no large stock. Margins come from sourcing spread, installation fees and multi-year service contracts.

Startup Costs — Phase 1 (First 6 Months)
Company formation (GmbH CH)CHF 2,000
Website & brandingCHF 3,000
Sales travel & demo visitsCHF 4,000
Legal / contract templatesCHF 2,500
Marketing materials & samplesCHF 2,000
Trade show / gym event presenceCHF 3,500
Total Phase 1 Startup CHF ~17,000
Per-Deal Economics — Glacier Package
Equipment cost (supplier)CHF 5,500
Logistics & installationCHF 1,500
Sale price to gymCHF 12,000
Gross margin on equipmentCHF 5,000 (~42%)
Annual service contract (yr 1)CHF 1,200 recurring
Year 1 Target Scenario
6× Glacier dealsCHF 30,000 GP
2× Nordkette dealsCHF 28,000 GP
Service contracts (8 units)CHF 9,600 recurring
Total Year 1 Gross Profit CHF ~67,600
Gross Margin by Package Tier
Glacier (Cold Plunge)38–45%
Nordkette (Plunge + Cryo Sauna)35–42%
Eis-Gipfel (Full Recovery Lab)28–38%
Annual Service Contracts (recurring)65–75%
Gym ROI — Nordkette Example
InvestmentCHF 35,000
Revenue per sessionCHF 25–40
Sessions/day (conservative)6
Monthly cryo revenueCHF 4,500
Monthly OPEXCHF ~350
Breakeven point~8 months
Year 2+ net margin~75%
Scale Path

Phase 1 (0–6 mo): 3–5 Glacier deals, build case studies.
Phase 2 (6–18 mo): Nordkette upsells + new gym acquisitions.
Phase 3 (18–36 mo): Eis-Gipfel premium tier + revenue-share financing model.

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