Stephen Bryla, Owner
Floating first entered my life in 2008 while I was a sophomore at UMass Amherst. It was brought to my attention by a dear friend, who heard the word from Joe Rogan on a YouTube video. Without thinking twice, I knew floating was something I had to try. I sought out the nearest float tank and I arrived at The Crystalline Matrix near Worcester, MA. With no expectations, I entered the tank and had a profound experience. A year later, I made another visit to The Crystalline Matrix, and after another moving experience in the tank, I began to wonder why floating was not a more prevalent therapy and practice. I wanted to float more regularly but did not want to have to drive an hour away in order to do so. I was surprised that after each passing year, no float center was opening in the Valley. I then began to brainstorm what it would be like to create a place in Western Mass where people could come and float. After doing some Internet research, it led me to traveling to Portland Oregon to attend a float conference (I know, I couldn’t believe there was a float conference either). I attended 2 conferences, gathering as much information as possible, before opening Go With The Float (and continue to go every year). I have come to love the float industry and facilitating floats to the people of Western Mass and surrounding areas has become my passion and life’s mission. I am deeply honored by all who chose to come to Go With The Float and experience floating.
Our Float Facilitators
Keith
Keith was born and raised in Worcester, Massachusetts and moved to Easthampton in 2022. Upon relocating to the Happy Valley, Keith has prioritized engaging with people, spaces and activities that facilitate ease and flow, placing an emphasis upon being of service to others.
Keith was first introduced to flotation therapy in 2010 and experienced his first float in 2016 in Seattle, WA. Floating was synonymous with traveling for Keith and he found opportunities to float once to twice a year. Upon moving to Easthampton in 2022, Keith discovered Go With the Float and started floating monthly as a member. Eventually, he felt compelled to become more involved with the float center and took on performing float tank maintenance tasks, ensuring that the safety and quality of each float was correct and high-level. As Keith developed a deepening flotation practice, he began to facilitate floats for Go With the Float customers and members. Keith considers his role as a float facilitator similar to that of someone tending to a Temple Space: ensuring that the atmosphere and the environment inside and outside of the float tank is conducive to welcoming all who visit the center as well as supporting folks as they connect with their inner, innate ability to heal.
Keith has a varied previous experience. Keith is a life-long musician and multi-instrumentalist. He is currently actively composing and performing ambient and healing music. Additionally, Keith has training in the natural sciences receiving and has carried out PhD-level research in the Materials Science field. Most recently, Keith has completed training and licensure as a massage therapist. As a therapist, Keith is interested in offering massage with the intention to help folks improve, restore and expand. Massage can be a powerful tool to help bridge the gap between one’s goals and their actualization. He connects with providing sessions in which down-regulation of the nervous system is prioritized, but also enjoys supporting folks by offering target, site-specific treatment.
Matt
Matt Robidoux was born in Springfield and moved to Westfield at age 11, where he currently lives with his wife, son, and two dogs. In April of 2023, his wife invited him to try floating for the first time at Go with the Float, and that introduction sparked a transformative journey for Matt. The experience resonated so deeply with him that he felt inspired to join the team at Go with the Float, where he now helps others tap into the same peace and self-discovery he found.
Beyond floating, Matt has an extensive background in healing practices. He spent three impactful weeks in Guatemala to earn his 200-hour yoga teaching certification and has since become certified in Yin yoga and reflexology. He’s also a devoted father, dog dad, gardener, baker, husband, and all-around handyman—dedicating himself to nurturing both people and the world around him.
In addition to his work at the float spa, Matt co-owns The Space Yoga Studio with his wife, offering reflexology, sound healing, meditation, and other services to promote holistic well-being. To learn more about The Space and Matt’s offerings, visit TheSpaceInc.com
Alyse
Hi there! My name is Alyse and I couldn’t feel more grateful to be part of the Go With The Float team! When I am not at Go With The Float, my favorite job is being a mama and a business owner myself. I am a somatic hypnotherapist and sound healer that enjoys singing, dancing and being in nature at any capacity! I started working here in May 2024 and feel grateful for the profound experiences I’ve had floating in silence. When I do get to float, those are truly the only moments I find that feel slow and still. I feel blessed to have those peaceful moments and to help you have the same relaxing and nourishing experience!