Each day, new managers enter the Spa universe, some as investors, some as practitioners, and some as suppliers… The market can be very seductive because it is mediatised. It is therefore logical that it arouses numerous vocations. In this ever growing field, Professionals feel, more than ever, the need to exchange and create common references.

The Proper Method Guide
SPA-A was created with one main objective in mind: to create and reinforce a Spa Professionals network united around the same deontological approach.
Let us not forget that for 2006, the Association of Spa Professionals has decided to establish ‘The Proper Method Guide’.
This collective brainstorming will be a reflection basis for all members with regards to quality referentials. In the end, a Spa service certification approach will be set up, approved by SPA-A.

International Synergies
An association such as « SPAS RELAIS SANTE » in Quebec has, for many years, instigated an exemplary action in the same field. The people in charge of SPA-A have met with Claire LEVASSEUR, Head Manager of SPAS RELAIS SANTE, last spring in Paris. From this meeting, both parties came to the conclusion that their associations had the same goals. Today, SPAS RELAIS SANTE is a network with 19 certified Spas in different regions of Quebec. A truly great example for a lasting development of Spas!
These exchanges must continue. Indeed, each is absorbed by everyday life which devours time and drains energy. However, after each new SPA-A meeting and the energy it brings, the members find new inspiration to go even further in this quality approach which gives meaning to their professional commitment and to their everyday work.

Rendezvous at ‘Spa & Institute’ by Cosmeeting
The next professional SPA-A day-meeting will take place during the Cosmeeting Spa & Institutes exhibition in Villepinte, on Monday September 11th, 2006.
The day will be organized around 2 important events: open debates & workshops, and General Assembly for members.
A first workshop, from 11 am to 1 pm, will be to present the ‘Proper Method Guide’ and will open the debates.
From 2 pm to 4 pm, the theme will be: Defining a Spa from a client’s point of view. SPA-A has surveyed Spa clients in order to better understand their expectations, their perception of a Spa, their evaluation of Spa care treatments and Spa ambiences. This was done in order to place the client as the heart of the approach, which is something that seems essential to SPA-A! These workshops are opened to all. You can find all information on the ‘Cosmeeting Spa & Institute’ web site (www.beyondbeautyparis.com)
After, the members will hold their Yearly General Assembly from 4 :30 pm. This assembly will be followed by a zen cocktail party which will allow members to get to know one another better.

The Network Power: SPA-A directory
The network notion is indeed important to SPA-A. The association will be putting on line a members’ directory, which will allow the members to find competent and professional solutions to their problems.
It is still time for you to become a member of SPA-A. For more information, come visit the web site:
www.spa-a.com

To read :

> « Guide of Proper Uses » for Spa operators
> SPA-A invite you to come and meet them at the European Spa Exhibition in Monte Carlo
> THE SPA QUALITY CHARTER