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Published: September 27, 2006
First Time at the Spa – What to Expect
Whether you were casually curious or had to muster all your courage, you have finally scheduled your first spa appointment. The spa is ready for you, but how do you know if you are ready for the spa?
This section will familiarize you with the unspoken rules, etiquette and other helpful bits of information intended to demystify the experience.
Remember, as with any new endeavor, it is normal to be somewhat apprehensive about your first spa visit. Knowing what to expect will help you to relax, which will enhance the enjoyment of the experience.
Before you go:
Before you go to the spa and, ideally, before you make an appointment, it is wise to get a tour. This is best way to distinguish between all the different spas available.
In the showers and steam rooms, check to see if the drains are clean. There should be no hair in any of the drains. If a wet room is not sanitized properly, it will be visible; be sure to keep your eye out for these rooms in particular.
At the spa:
When you enter, walk straight to the reception desk to let them know about your appointment. Let the receptionist know it is your first time at the spa and ask if there are any rules or features unique to the spa. When it is time for your appointment, someone will greet you and direct you to the locker room where you will be given a locker, a robe, and slippers.
You will be taken into a meditation room until your appointment, at which point, your spa specialist will escort you to the treatment room. You will be left alone for a few minutes to undress. The specialist will knock before she/he enters the room again.
For massages and body wraps, you will be asked to undress completely. However, only the area being massaged or attended to will be uncovered. This is the most common concern people have about spas. Some people, especially first time visitors, are more comfortable with leaving on their undergarments for the massage. There is nothing wrong with doing this.
When the treatment is finished, the specialist will not expect you to abruptly get up and change. Feel free to enjoy a few minutes of relaxation afterwards. The specialist usually will give you privacy and a longer amount of time to undress – usually lasting around 10 minutes. Common sense should tell you to not get too carried away or fall asleep as the specialist will want to prepare for the next appointment
Whether you were casually curious or had to muster all your courage, you have finally scheduled your first spa appointment. The spa is ready for you, but how do you know if you are ready for the spa?
This section will familiarize you with the unspoken rules, etiquette and other helpful bits of information intended to demystify the experience.
Remember, as with any new endeavor, it is normal to be somewhat apprehensive about your first spa visit. Knowing what to expect will help you to relax, which will enhance the enjoyment of the experience.
Before you go:
Before you go to the spa and, ideally, before you make an appointment, it is wise to get a tour. This is best way to distinguish between all the different spas available.
In the showers and steam rooms, check to see if the drains are clean. There should be no hair in any of the drains. If a wet room is not sanitized properly, it will be visible; be sure to keep your eye out for these rooms in particular.
At the spa:
When you enter, walk straight to the reception desk to let them know about your appointment. Let the receptionist know it is your first time at the spa and ask if there are any rules or features unique to the spa. When it is time for your appointment, someone will greet you and direct you to the locker room where you will be given a locker, a robe, and slippers.
You will be taken into a meditation room until your appointment, at which point, your spa specialist will escort you to the treatment room. You will be left alone for a few minutes to undress. The specialist will knock before she/he enters the room again.
For massages and body wraps, you will be asked to undress completely. However, only the area being massaged or attended to will be uncovered. This is the most common concern people have about spas. Some people, especially first time visitors, are more comfortable with leaving on their undergarments for the massage. There is nothing wrong with doing this.
When the treatment is finished, the specialist will not expect you to abruptly get up and change. Feel free to enjoy a few minutes of relaxation afterwards. The specialist usually will give you privacy and a longer amount of time to undress – usually lasting around 10 minutes. Common sense should tell you to not get too carried away or fall asleep as the specialist will want to prepare for the next appointment
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