The South African Spa Association is the ambassador for the Spa Industry, with representation in all aspects related to spas, such as health and wellness, tourism and hospitality, education and training.
2020 has been a challenging year, to say the least! It is in times like these we are reminded of the importance of support: such as the South African Spa Association, working closely with International Spa Associations, Intelligent Spas, The Global Wellness Institute and Spa Business, together with vital global initiatives, such as The Wellness Moonshot or the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, that prioritize wellbeing for all. The worldwide pandemic, civil unrest, loss of income, and job security have caused many changes and loss in our lives and businesses. Yet, in loss, we discover there is much to learn and be improved.
The South Africa’s Spa Industry is relatively young by global standards. Established and emerging spa businesses need to constantly improve their business and management skills, keep up with new changing trends within the industry, and develop good business practices and partnerships. Access to resources are needed that can assist in market research and improving industry standards, professional training and education.
The association members are professionals that work in partnership to develop and implement approaches that will help shape the future of the South African Spa Industry.
Additionally, the South African Spa Association provides consumers with quality assurance and added protection, through assessing and the certification of each member’s spa facility according to recognized international criteria, so allowing spa visitors to have peace of mind when visiting a spa that bears the South African Spa Association logo.
The Association therefore has an important role to:
- grow a trustworthy industry
- educate the spa visitor about the benefits of spa experiences
- build confidence in spa therapies
- quality control the spa establishments
- assure the Certification of Membership
Create partnerships within allied associations and provide networking opportunities for member
- Liase with international spa association and respective authorities
- Liase with media, creating a public awareness for the South African Spas
- Collaboration opportunities at exhibitions, conferences and business opportunities
Who are members of the South African Spa Association:
The association is dedicated to be an accessible and inclusive organization. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the Spa Industry, but will be of particular benefit to:
- Spa businesses
- Spa consultants, Architects and Designers
- Spa Product, Equipment and Service Suppliers
- Spa Training Providers
- Hospitality Industry
- Spa Travel agents, Tour operators and others in the Travel and Tourism industry
What are the Benefits of Membership?
In addition to Member Spa Certification, the list of FREE Benefits and Additional PAID Benefits for each member of the SA Spa Association is extensive, with new benefits being constantly added, we therefore encourage members to visit the website on a regular basis.
FREE Member Benefits include:
All travel and accomodation costs for the Initial spa inspection need to be covered by the Spa or Hotel, where situated outside the Johannesburg/Pretoria, Cape Town or Durban area.
(In cases, where a number of spas are closely located, all attempts will be made to do the spa inspections over the same time period, so costs can be shared – please discuss with the Spa Association)
- Spa Association Logo and Digital Certificate: All Spa Association members receive and are allowed to use the logo and certificate during active membership status on their website, collateral marketing material, promotions and client communication. Credibility with the client is established, as each spa is site inspected and conforms to the code of conduct and passes the Site Inspection.
- 2. Regular Newsletters and Updates through the Website and Social Media Pagea
- Free listing only on the SA Spa Association Website: includes name of spa, category, area, website (not linked) and Tel number.
- Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Spa Conference, endorsed by the SA Spa Association: A discount for all spa association members attending the annual 2 day spa conference. South Africa’s leading educational event for spa, wellness and hospitality professionals.
For more information: visit: www.lesnouvelles.co.za or email: info@lesnouvelles.co.za
Additional PAID Member Benefits Include:
The SA Spa Association is based on a Project System, allowing spas to build their own spa membership puzzle and us as an Association to introduce more quality endorsed options to our members. In the case of all course, workshops and conferences attended, certificates will be issued to the attendees.
- Individual Spa Webpage on the South African Spa Association website, which links to your own spa website. The SA Spa Association website is dynamic, interactive trade and consumer website, regularly featuring press releases, new articles, spa therapies courses, job opportunities, Eco-Spa Initiatives, On-going training initiates, events, Social Initiatives, and more. Therefore making it a highly visible space for your spa to be featured.
Cost of set-up as per template: R 500 and changes thereafter, such as specials, competitions, new menus, new products, etc at R 200 per hour or part thereof. Managed and invoiced directly by the webmaster, Armitage.
- Regional Networking events: A membership discount for networking events with guest speakers on a variety of topics to assist spas with their operational, marketing and motivational aspects.
- Ongoing Educational and Empowerment Courses and Workshops: A selection of course are available, quality controlled and endorsed by the SA Spa Association. Liase directly with the respective companies listed on the website, for more information, costs, quotes, schedule, etc. Each course is managed and invoiced directly by the respective company.
- Job Opportunities: Relationships have been formed with a number of recruitment companies and an open page for individual spas to post job opportunities, so creating a collective portal for candidates to visit. No cost to the candidate, but page sponsorship fees applicable to recruitment companies and R 200.00 for individual job posts (managed by Armitage).
- Special Projects: Special projects includes a variety of one off events, such as an exhibition, invitationals, Spa index or other Publications, and special opportunities for members to get involved by choice.
- Special Projects & Services include services like group insurance, consultation, spa benchmark reports, liasing with other industry legal bodies, such as Intelligent Spas, SAAHSP, EOHCB, etc
- Eco-Spa Initiatives: Includes on-going Workshops and Training, Green Spa Certification and list of certified members on the SA Spa Association Website, Green Spa Consultations, and Promoting Sustainable Activities and on-going sustainability information. Liase directly with the respective companies listed on the website, for more information, costs, quotes, schedule, etc. Each course is managed and invoiced directly by the respective company.
- Social Initiatives: A selection of initiatives will be identified where members can contribute to, get involved and participate, or create their own initiatives. Examples, include: World Wellness Weekend, Global Wellness Day, 16 Days of Activism against abuse of women and children, Nosh, etc.
Spa Membership Categories & Costs
The following membership categories have been opened, but provision has been made for additional categories.
Spa Membership
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Membership fees
2021/ 2022 |
| Day Spa Membership | R 0 |
| Hotel Spa Membership, including safari spas | R 0 |
| Destination Spa / Hydro or Retreat Membership | R 0 |
| Mobile Spa Membership: Membership subject to staff training and qualification, as assessed by external auditor. | R 0 |
| Medi-Spa Membership | R 0 |
| Development Spa Membership
Available to a spa under development in the process of attaining the Membership Criteria and Code of Ethics. The proviso of attaining the minimum requirements within 12 months exists. |
R 0 |
| Unique Spa Concept Membership, includes African spas, Thai spas, Moroccan spas, etc. Membership subject to staff training & qualification, as assessed by external auditor. | R 0 |
Group Spa Membership |
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| Group Spa Membership: Head Office | R 1 500,00 |
| Each Individual Spa in the Group | R 0 |
| Associate Skincare Institute Membership | |
| Group Skincare Institute / Fitness Membership: Head Office | R 1 500.00 |
| Associate Skincare Institute Membership
Including beauty institutes and/or skincare centres offering spa therapies |
R 0 |
| Wellness and Fitness Membership
Gyms, sporting and wellness centres and slimming centres, sports rehabilitation, yoga centres, pilates centres, etc |
R 0 |
International Spa Membership |
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International SpasIncluding, day spas, hotel spa, destination spas, medi-spas, unique spas, retreats and wellness centers, outside of the South African borders. |
R 0
All travel and accomodation costs for Initial spa inspection need to be covered by the Spa or Hotel. |
Corporate Membership |
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| Corporate Membership
A company or person that offer products and/or services that deal with the spa industry, including equipment, recruitment, tourism and media |
R 0 |
| Spa Consultant Membership | R 0 |
| Education Provider Membership
A provider that provides accredited education and training programs that deal with the spa industry. |
R 0 |
| NEW: Spa Therapist or Spa Manager Membership | |
| Spa Therapist or Spa Manager Membership
Available to therapists and/or managers who have held their position at the Spa for 1 year or more. It is the direct responsibility of member to inform the Association of change of position or place of employment. |
R 0 |
Spa Partners and Sponsors:
A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available, the below are the basic categories. Special projects, such as the Spa Benchmark Report, Research studies, Initiatives, each have their own Sponsorship or Partner Opportunities. Please discuss with the Association.
Project Page Sponsorship – R 5 000.00 per year
- Logo, company description and contact details on the respective Page
- Special offers / Launches / Special Event, if required, on the respective Page
- Full management of the Page through a link to company website
Ideal for Ongoing Educational and Empowerment Courses and Workshops, Business Development Projects, Job Opportunities, Special Projects and Services, Social Initiatives.
Silver Sponsorship – R 10 000.00 per year
- Company Logo on Home Page, so increasing exposure to the Brand
- Link to the Company Corporate Page on SA Spa Association Site or Direct Link to the Company Website.
- Preferential Access to SA Spa Association Social Media Pages for Special offers / Launches / New Products / Special Event, etc
Gold Sponsorship – R 15 000.00 per year
- Company Logo on Home Page, so increasing exposure to the Brand
- Link to the Company Corporate Page on SA Spa Association Site or Direct Link to the Company Website.
- Preferential Access to SA Spa Association Social Media Pages for Special offers / Launches / New Products / Special Event, etc (Public Sites)
- Preferential Access to SA Spa Association Members Facebook Pages for direct communication to members about Special offers / Launches / New Products / Special Event, etc (Closed Group)
- 15% discount on LNE Spa Conference Sponsorship Packages
- 15% discount on LNE Advertising in Magazine or Website and Affiliate Websites.
Platinum Sponsorship – R 20 000.00 per year
- Company Logo on Home Page, so increasing exposure to the Brand
- Link to the Company Corporate Page on SA Spa Association Site or Direct Link to the Company Website.
- Preferential Access to SA Spa Association Social Media Pages for Special offers / Launches / New Products / Special Event, etc (Public Sites)
- Preferential Access to SA Spa Association Members Facebook Pages for direct communication to members about Special offers / Launches / New Products / Special Event, etc (Closed Group)
- 20% discount on LNE Spa Conference Sponsorship Packages
- 20% discount on LNE Advertising in Magazine or Website and Affiliate Websites
- First access to special projects and new initiatives and other opportunities for increased brand exposure.
For more information on membership, membership categories, sponsorships or how your spa can participate in this important industry initiative, please contact us.
All Spas need to complete an Application Form. Please contact us.
Contact Details: South African Spa Association on 083 267 2773 or e-mail: info@saspaassociation.co.za or visit www.saspaassociation.co.za
Yours sincerely
Dr Nadine de Freitas
(Executive Director – SA Spa Association)
