Health Spas Review - The Spa on Fairway

Review by Joanne Hayes

Driving up to 'the Spa' on Fairway Drive in Durban North, one could easily think you might be in the wrong place...it looks more like a building site rather than a tranquil Spa venue ... But once inside, 'the Spa' emerges. What was once a rather grand house overlooking the sea is now a lovely spa venue with amazing views from every treatment room.

First off, I have to say that it is the therapists at 'the Spa' that make the experience really special. Each of the three treatments I had, introduced me to a different therapist, who each in turn displayed outstanding technique & manner. The balance was just right.

I started off my half day package with a sauna, and then while waiting for my next treatment, had a quick manicure...it's always soooo much nicer when somebody else does your nails!

The Hot Stone Therapy back massage which followed has converted me for life! As a first-timer, with a limited knowlege of what the treatment involved, I was excited at the prospect of trying something new! Well, what an experience it was...The combination of the comforting warm stone & the deep massage (in the hands of an obviously experienced therapist!) made for one of the most satisfying massages I have ever had and left me floating on air. I encourage everybody to try it once...it will not be the last time!

To end the day I had another 'first', this time in the form of a Thai 'Wat Po' massage. What's that you ask? I did too...but once again, the experience of it is what impressed me most.

As I suffer with constant back pain as a result of old sports injuries, I was really interested in this massage as it promised to "stretch muscles & limbs in a low impact way." Being a proponent of the gentler forms of exercise such as Pilates, Yoga & the like, I was pleasantly surprised at quite how good I felt after this massage, since it was more 'physical' than waht I anticipated ... and what my Thai massage therapist managed to do with my body, surprised even me!

I love the feeling that one gets when you have stretched your body in a comfortable, non-jarring manner & I have to admit that I haven't felt this supple in ages. Another 'fabulous first' to add to my list of Spa experiences.

A light lunch was served & although I didn't use the facility I believe The Spa on Fairway can provide accommodation if necessary, having struck a deal with the lovely Fairway Guest House a few metres down the road.

Half Day, Full Day and individual treatments are available, with the full range of treatments from the traditional wraps, massages & reflexology to facials, manicures, pedicures and the like. Although lunches & healthy breakfasts are currently available, a small coffee shop / health bar are soon to be added to the existing facility.

A trip to a spa provides the opportunity to chill out, detox, rejuvenate and nurture oneself. I encourage you to add 'Try something new & different' to your list and to use these rare moments of peace and solitude as a chance to experience the benefits of other forms of therapy.

'The Spa' on Fairway is well worth a visit, more info it can be found at
http://healthspas.co.za/the-spa-index.php

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