Meet the team!

Amy Harder - Owner

Amy was first introduced to floating by James on a ‘date night’ over ten years ago! She knew floating was a powerful thing, but just didn’t have a good first experience, or felt that she actually ‘got it’. What she did take from her underwhelming first float, was an inspiration to set up a space and provide guidance that would help as many people as possible learn how to find comfort in a float tank. She wanted to introduce floating in a carefully curated space, something she knew would have made a big difference for her. After learning how to find comfort in a float tank, she now enjoys a deep rest and a peaceful uplifting feeling as part of her float practice. Floating helps her feel rested and optimistic and she really appreciates how the ‘to do’ list doesn’t feel so urgent after a float. Running three float businesses has taken her focus for the last 8+ years and she regularly squeezes in fun and new adventures!

These days, you might spot Amy in the shop a bit less often—she and James welcomed a new baby into their lives! While she spends much of her time working from home on the family’s float ventures, Amy continues to cherish her float practice as a way to recharge and gain fresh perspectives. When she’s not floating or enjoying time with the family, Amy’s passions include roller skating, all things summer, and adventures with her best friend, Charlie, always by her side!

James Harder - Owner

Over the years, James has made floating a central part of his life and continues to find great enjoyment in sharing the practice with others. Shortly after opening Float Harder in 2016, he and Amy launched New England Float Partners, a float tank consulting, installation, and service business. This venture has allowed them to work directly with the New England Patriots, Boston Celtics, and even Tom Brady.

In 2018, James joined the Floatation Tank Association (FTA) Board of Directors and served as Secretary during his tenure. A year later, he joined the Float Conference Board of Directors with the goal of bringing the conference to Portland, Maine—a milestone proudly achieved in 2022. In 2020, James and Amy partnered with their friend Alex to open Ripple Float & Wellness Center in New Haven, CT. Most recently, James and Amy teamed up with Jess (current manager at Float Harder) and Sam (former co-manager at Float Harder) to open The Grateful Cup, a juice and smoothie shop located in the same neighborhood as Float Harder.

Throughout this time, James has maintained a consistent float practice, rarely missing a week and often floating 2–3 times weekly. He continues to appreciate how, as he puts it, “the tank gives you what you need, not necessarily what you want.”

CHARLIE! - Customer Greeting Lead

As official greeter, he somehow manages to be Employee Of The Month… every month, no matter how many naps he takes on the job or days he decides not to come in. When at the shop, Charlie enjoys floating mainly for the spa lobby, where he is in close proximity to a revolving door of humans ready to shower him with compliments, free ear scratches and a prime window spot to keep a close lookout for those pesky bicycles. When not at the float center, he can be found with his trusty sidekick, Amy. Nothing brings him joy like time spent eating green beans, destroying a frisbee or napping under the adoring gazes of his extensive fan club.

Jess - Manager

As someone who enjoys the quieter parts of life, the relief floating brings to the senses had Jess hooked from the start. She has found that keeping a regular float routine helps her overall sense of wellbeing. While she found floating as an unexpected career path, now most of her time is dedicated to expanding the reach of floatation therapy. When not at Float Harder, she can be found spending time with her family, gardening, swimming and soaking up any ray of sunshine possible!

Stacy - Facilities Management Lead

As a fine artist by trade, floating helps her solidify creative ideas. Due to the repetitive, high definition nature of her artwork, she finds floating helps dissipate the extreme tension she holds in her hands and jaw. After a float, she leaves feeling rejuvenated and ready to draw again with clear vision.

When not floating she can be found working on one artistic endeavor or another and enjoys watching horror films and attending experimental music performances.

Bren - Float Facilitator

Has a penchant for thrifting and reselling, concert-going, and loving on her three bunnies, Bowie, Iko & Maple. When she’s not out seeing live music she also finds a hobby in photography.

She was introduced to floating by her friend Sam (Float Harder’s first employee!) and was hooked out the gate. Floating has aided her anxiety in a big way. Bren sees the benefits of floating in her demeanor, physical comfort, and overall mood. She has clocked over 300 hours in the tank, feels better all around after a float and truly values her time spent in the tank.

Interested in Becoming a Float Facilitator at Float Harder?

WE ARE SEEKING A PART TIME FLOAT FACILITATOR TO ADD TO OUR TEAM!

You’ll learn a ton about floating (also known as sensory deprivation) especially about how to guide new customers through their first float experience. Additionally, you’ll be in charge of maintaining the float tanks daily and learning how to best clean and care for these beloved inner spaceships. We encourage our team to float often (the more you float, the easier it will be to guide others through their own float journey) so you’ll have an affordable opportunity to float regularly. Plus, we have set hours so you’ll always know what to plan for in your work week.

Currently hiring for Fridays 7am-3pm and Saturdays 9:15am-2:15pm

DUTIES INCLUDE

Cleaning the facility for general daily upkeep, the changing over of rooms between visits, laundry, etc.
IMPORTANT NOTE – we do A LOT of cleaning here (this is about 80% of the job!)
Guest experience- manage the check in process, answer customer questions, answer the phone, social media, email communications, booking appointments, etc.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

Likes to clean (we mean obsessively!) with an eye for detail
Is a self starter who easily identifies tasks to be done
Loves to float and is passionate about sharing floating with others (or is interested and open to learning more about the practice!)
Has basic computer skills
Has a pleasant personality and feels fit enough to bend, reach, squat and scrub for a full shift
Is able to multitask and prioritize effectively
Is reliable- we are a small team, so call outs are highly disruptive

POSITION BENEFITS INCLUDE

Competitive starting pay with opportunities for growth
Paid time off

Access to complimentary float sessions

Free meals at our sister shop, The Grateful Cup

ABOUT FLOAT HARDER

We are a small, family run business established in 2016. As the first commercial float center in Maine, we often introduce those in our community to floating for the first time. We value the importance of a thoughtful experience and solid first impressions, leading to return customers and a float community that feels like family. Our business has now grown to include a small staff, and we are excited to continue to grow together with those that share our work ethic and attention to detail.

If you think this might be a good fit for you, feel free to upload your resume and complete the form below!

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