Europe currently has 38% of the world’s spas, making Europe the number one spa destination. As a new or soon-to-be graduate of a spa management program, this makes Europe and France in particular, a great place to consider beginning your spa career. Here are a few hints and tips to make your spa career [...]

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As a spa manager or owner, you want to create a soothing spa environment for your clients. Many factors will contribute to the feeling of health and well-being in your spa—the friendliness of your employees, the tone of the background music, the size and layout of your treatment rooms—but nothing creates a soothing spa [...]

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No matter how old your clients are, they all want to look younger. According to a 2004 study conducted by the International Spa Association, “The emphasis is now increasingly on self preservation” and “baby boomers and their children will pay to look young and healthy.” The study goes on to note that “As the [...]

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We have all seen the film footage– acres and acres of rolling green fields, expansive views of the sea, crumbling cottages nestled into the sides of hills–who wouldn’t want to consider a spa career in Italy? But, before you pack your bags and jump on the next flight to Italy, consider a few of [...]

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If you have always dreamed of working in a spa, now is the time to do it. The spa industry is growing at a rapid rate, with the US alone contributing over 230,000 jobs to the spa industry. Add up the numbers worldwide and there are a lot of potential job opportunities for the [...]

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The Institute of Spa Management is committed to offering quality distance education via online learning to students and professionals in the spa industry. New full programs for 2009 have been announced including Front Desk Spa Management and Spa Ownership - UK Version.

Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) July 14, 2008 — The spa industry is growing at [...]

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Knowing what your competition is up to is one of the best tools you have in keeping informed of what services and specials your competitors are offering. This is why it is so important for your spa management team to keep updated and continuous records of what the other spas in your area [...]

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Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 — In an effort to connect spas worldwide with international ISM students who are highly educated in spa operations and business management, the Institute of Spa Management (www.spacollege.org) has launched the ISM Job & Career Center. The service is free for all employers in the spa [...]

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According to the International Spa Association (ISPA), nearly one quarter of Americans have visited a spa and the current trends are focusing on the needs of these educated spa consumers.
Spa-goers want lifestyle classes, such as healthy cooking, stress management, and medical health courses.
Spa-goers want stress relief in order to relax, soothe sore muscles, and [...]

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Choosing a spa management career can be both fulfilling and exciting. As with any profession, working your way up the corporate ladder brings with it more responsibility, opportunities, and a successful future.
Assistant Spa Managers are part of the team and required to do everything from helping clients at the front desk to assisting [...]

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