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The Bali Spa and Wellness Association
(BSWA) is a non-profit
organization representing Bali’s spa
and wellness industry. The BSWA was established
in 2005 to develop and promote Bali’s spa
offerings through education, exchange of ideas,
networking and growth initiatives.
The BSWA works with an independent advisor, Ir.
Tjokorda Oka Artha Ardhana Sukawati - Chairperson
of PHRI (Indonesian Hotels
and Restaurants Association). |
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| Purpose
and Objectives |
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To provide a strong foundation
for the growth of the spa and wellness industry
in Bali |
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To promote awareness and strengthen
the profile of Bali’s spa and wellness
industry locally, nationally and internationally |
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To educate the public of the
many health benefits derived from spa treatments
and therapies |
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To improve the knowledge,
technical skills and professionalism of all
spa and wellness industry professionals |
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To establish and maintain
professional
standards for training, administration,
service, safety and product suppliers |
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To provide an active forum
for the exchange of ideas and information
between spa and wellness industry professionals,
suppliers and affiliated businesses and organizations |
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To liaise with other sectors
of Bali’s tourism industry to promote
integrated growth |
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| Programs
and Initiatives |
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meet its goals and objectives, the BSWA will
develop a number of programs and initiatives.
These include: |
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Regular monthly meetings for
spa industry professionals with occasional
guest speakers such as trainers, suppliers
and tourist industry professionals |
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Creation of printed materials
to educate visitors to Bali of the many health
benefits of spa and provide recommendations
in response to their needs and requests |
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Formulation of standards
and practices to assist all spas in Bali
to develop consistent standards of training,
operations and administration, which will
also benefit Balinese therapists wishing to
pursue overseas job opportunities |
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Establishing lines of communication
between the spa and wellness industry and
other sectors of the tourism industry, especially
the hotel industry (Bali
Hotel Association) and the Ministry
of Tourism, and work together to bring more
tourists to Bali to enjoy the benefits of
authentic spa therapies |
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A directory of resources of
spas, suppliers, and other relevant information
for members
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Communication with local,
national and international media to promote
Bali’s spa and wellness industry |
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| Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs) |
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What
is “Bali Spa and Wellness Association”?
The Bali Spa and Wellness Association (BSWA)
is a non-profit organization representing
Bali’s spa and wellness industry. The
BSWA was established in 2004 to develop and
promote Bali’s spa and wellness offerings
through education, exchange of ideas, networking
and growth initiatives |
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What
is the ‘true’ definition of ‘Spa’?
Spas are entities devoted to enhancing overall
well-being through a variety of professional
services that encourage the renewal of mind,
body and spirit (Definition of spa from International
SPA Association) |
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What
is the definition of Wellness?
The quality or state of being healthy, especially
as the result of deliberate effort. An approach
to healthcare that emphasizes preventing illness
and prolonging life, as opposed to emphasizing
and treating disease
Wellness is balance and synchronicity in all
aspects of existence. Being able to experience
our own true nature. A state of awareness
and realization of oneness with the totality
of energy which is our universe, our world
and ourselves. It is all about connecting
with and realizing our full potential in life
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What
is Spa Cuisine?
Fresh, natural foods low in saturated fats
and cholesterol, with an emphasis on whole
grains, low-fat dairy products lean proteins,
fresh fruit, fish, and vegetables and an avoidance
of added salt and products containing sodium
and artificial colorings, flavorings, and
preservatives (definition from ISPA) |
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What
are Traditional Balinese spa treatments?
Traditional Balinese Treatments are based
on ancient recipes to create well-being for
your body, mind and soul which can be applied
using Balinese massage, foot baths, body scrubs
or masks and flower baths. In daily life,
Balinese use scrub concoctions known as Boreh
or Sandalwood Lulur and it is a family ritual
to apply the scrubs to each others at home.
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What
type of products are exported from Bali?
Type of products exported: wood massage table,
handicrafts, linen, stone carving, and Balinese
furniture. Indonesia is abundant with natural
products such as: virgin coconut oil, lulur,
boreh and other body scrubs, herbal bath,
bath salt, white clay and spices of all types.
Most of Balinese product treatments are well
known in the Spa industry but not available
in other countries. Because raw products and
manpower are cheap, we are able to give good
price to overseas Spas
Is there a demand for Balinese Staff?. Bali
also ‘exports’ people to work
in Spas in many locations abroad, eg there
are approx 300 Balinese therapists in the
Maldives alone |
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What
are the most popular treatments?
Every spa in Indonesia or Bali especially,
has signature treatments but the most popular
treatments include traditional ones such as
a ritual foot bath, Balinese massage , Boreh
Exfoliation ,Javanese lulur and Jamu drinks
for internal treatments |
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What
are some of the more unique settings or treatments
or products?
In Bali the spa industry is based on nature
and tradition , enriched with the spirit of
Balinese culture and using fresh herbs and
spices specially grown around Bali or others
Island of Indonesia. We have Spas on rock
cliffs, in the rain forests, along beach fronts,
and inside many luxurious hotels and resorts |
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What
is the Mission and Goal?
| To
meet its goals and objectives, the BSWA
will develop a number of programs and
initiatives. These include: |
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To provide a strong
foundation for the growth of the spa
industry in Bali, and promote the industry
through a variety of programs |
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To educate the public
of the many health benefits derived
from spa treatments and therapies |
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To help establish and
maintain professional standards within
the spa industry through the creation
of various educational programs |
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To provide an active
forum for the exchange of ideas and
information for professionals in the
spa industry |
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To liaise with other
sectors of Bali’s tourism industry
to promote integrated growth |
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Who
are the Members?
| a |
Spa owners |
| b |
Spa operators |
| c |
Individual/professional
in Spa such as consultant, therapist
etc |
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Are
there other Industry Organizations or Companies
involved?
The Bali Spa and Wellness Association (BSWA)
has both informal and informal relationships
with a number of companies and industry organisations.
These include:
| a |
Sponsorship by Spa Sessions
and Island Communication and a web link
to Balispirit.com |
| b |
BSWA enjoys positive
working relationships with STP (Spa
education provider), SOS Medika, ASPI
and the Bali Hotel Association (BHA) |
| c |
The Bali Spa and Wellness
Association is represented at a regional
level through participation in the Asia
Pacific Spa and Wellness Association
Council (APSWA) |
| d |
BSWA is a member of
the Indonesian Hotel and Resorts Association
(PHRI) |
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What
are the Member’s Benefits? Cost? Meetings?
| a |
Members are entitled
to join monthly luncheon on the last
Friday of each month where we occasionally
have guest speakers such as trainers,
suppliers, tourist industry professionals,
etc |
| b |
Members will be able
to promote their Spa business through/together
with BSWA Members |
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What
are current Projects? Future Projects?
| a |
Monthly Spa Gathering
– luncheon |
| b |
Standardizing Standards
and Practices for operating spas in
Bali |
| c |
English Scholarship
program |
| d |
Supporting Spa Academy
at STP Bali (Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata
– Bali Tourism School) |
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Participation in the
Asia Paciifc Spa Wellness Council |
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What
are the different types of Spas?
There are generally (7) Spa Types, some perhaps
not applicable in Indonesia, ie Club, Cruise,
Day, Destination, Medical, Mineral Springs,
Resort/Hotel |
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