Many of the people who visit your spa will be there purely to relax and unwind. However, a lot will be looking for ways to boost their health and improve wellbeing. These health-conscious guests are likely to be holistically minded, and to be open to a range of alternative treatments.
While some of these treatments may not be linically proven, many people believe they have a range of benefits, and so could contribute to the calming, healing and relaxing atmosphere of the spa.
Giving your team members the chance to learn some new skills could help your spa offer a wider range of treatments and enhance the experience for the people who use the space. Aromatherapy and crystal therapy are two of the best-known holistic practices, but there are many others that could benefit your customers and enhance your spa.
Aromatherapy
Smell is one of the most powerful human senses. Able to evoke memories, change our mood and even improve cognitive function, scent can have a profound impact on the way our minds work.
The practice of aromatherapy seeks to utilise this power to help promote relaxation, mindfulness and tranquillity. The therapy can also be used to help people experiencing anxiety, insomnia and pain.
Combining aromatherapy with traditional spa treatments can significantly enhance the customer experience. It could also help your spa stand out from the crowd and offer its guests something a little different.
Crystal Therapy
Many people believe that being close to certain types of crystals can be beneficial for health and wellbeing. In crystal therapy, specially selected precious stones are placed around the body to promote relaxation, reduce stress and balance energy.
Different stones have different properties. For example, amethyst may promote inner peace, green aventurine could help with emotional balance, and labradorite may enhance mental clarity.
Learning the principles of crystal therapy could help your staff increase their skill set and, in turn, elevate the customer experience. Introducing crystals or crystal therapy to classes such as meditation or mindfulness could help guests get more from the treatment.
Holistic Practices
As well as aromatherapy and crystal therapy, there is a wide range of other treatments and practices that can be used to promote health, relaxation and healing in the people who use your spa. Holistic practices such as hydrotherapy, reflexology, reiki, Ayuveda, breathwork and homeopathy can all be beneficial for guests who want to address their overall wellbeing.
Providing your team members with the opportunity to learn some of these holistic practices will help them widen their skill set and could increase the appeal of your spa. To learn more about how to optimise the user experience through excellent spa design, and to find out how our team can help elevate your spa, get in touch with us today.
