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| "Taking the waters" at Bath, America's first
spa town, records colonial visitors beginning in the 1740s and native
tribes for countless centuries before. An exhibit at the Museum
of the Berkeley Springs highlights bathing history. |
In Berkeley Springs, bathing is a high art available
year 'round. Choose from centuries-old historic baths in
Berkeley Springs State Park, fed by the famed warm springs, as
well as five contemporary spas offering a variety of health treatments.
Health and relaxation are primary concerns. The area boasts
three times as many massage therapists as lawyers and is
home to a unique manufacturer, retail shop and museum of homeopathic
medicine.
WHAT IS A SPA?
In Berkeley Springs our five spas are facilities that
offer a wide range of health and beauty treatments and programs.
All are staffed by professionals and are open daily, year 'round. Appointments
are recommended on weekends. Each spa provides services to both men and
women regardless of where they may be lodging or whether they are simply
in town for the day. Any required towels, robes or supplies are provided.
Since there are many types of treatments, packages and prices, we urge
you to check out each facility's Website then call them with additional
questions and to arrange appointments. It is appropriate to tip the
person working on you.
FULL-SERVICE
SPAS
Atasia
Spa......One block from the warm springs in
an historic building. Treatments include facials, pedicures, manicures,
and various wraps. Massage -- ranging from therapeutic to aroma-stone
and raindrop therapy to reiki and reflexology -- is an art form at Atasia.
Berkeley Springs’ healing waters fill private whirlpools, generate
steam in the new Eucalyptus Steamroom, and provide a luxurious rinse from
5 showerheads to complement mud treatments and sugar scrubs. Atasia is
the dream of master massage therapist, Frankie Tan, who designed and built
the spa with its unique blend of Asian and western decor. All of Atasia’s
therapists are licensed in their specialties.
1-877-258-7888.
The
Bath House Day Spa & Bath Shop....facing
the historic springs and park. The Bath House features several types
of massage & body work. Including couples massage, Thai Yoga
massage, hot stone therapy, reflexology, reiki and head, neck & TMJ
therapy. The Bath House signature body treatments include a Thai
body wrap
or an exotic Bali Kopi coffee scrub. All treatments are performed
by
a WV licensed aesthetician. The Bath Shop features unique natural
organic products.
1-800-431-4698.
Berkeley
Springs State Park......The original warm mineral
springs are centerpiece of various treatments offered to the public in
two facilities operated by the state of West Virginia. The main bathhouse
provides steams, baths and female massagers for women
on one side and male massagers for men on the other. The historic Roman
Bath House on the north end of the park has 9 individual, 750-gallon walk-in
tubs in private chambers available by the half hour. The park is located
in the heart of town and also has an outdoor pool open in summer, a public
tap for free spring water and open pools of springs run-off. Budget conscious
spa goers love the park's modest prices. 1-800-CALLWVA.
Colonial
Springs Spa....Country style spa features
couples massage, hot stone therapy, Baltic mud wrap, lavendar or
tangerine scrubs as well as facials, manicures and pedicures all
performed by a WV licensed aesthetician. Located adjacent to the
Berkeley Springs Inn/Best Western. Lodging packages available.
1-304-258-6866.
Coolfont
Resort.....Closed for renovations until
2009. 1-800-888-8768.
Five
Senses Spa....For
sheer pampering pleasure, nothing beats The Country Inn at Berkeley
Springs Five Senses Spa. Sitting
high above the town, spa guests are presented with a fantastic
view and treated daily to famed mineral whirlpool baths for two
set in private
rooms, full body massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing and
various beauty treatments. All are provided by certified and trained
professionals.
Outstanding special offers from The Country Inn at Berkeley Springs include
Spa Getaway packages with lodging and "Spa for a Day" packages.
1-866-458-2210.
OTHER
Acupuncture....In
the sacred space of Berkeley Springs is a unique experience for each individual.
Realign with Nature to ease physical and emotional discomforts. Call experienced
acupuncturist Tamme Rae for an appointment. (304)258-4959
Awakening
Health Center .....Offers Acupuncture, Chiropractic,
Life Coaching, specialized Massage Therapy, Certified Reflexology
and
a unique form of Reiki. All services are geared towards the health of
each of our clients. Our center schedules private time for groups
and we also offer classes. (304)
258-6678
Body Temple Healing Arts....Relax
and lighten up with the yoga of touch and healing. Enjoy temple style
massage and meditation in our beautiful sacred space, with specialized
sessions in TMJ/Head and Neck Release, Shiatssage, Reiki, Goddess Massage
for women, Vital Man Massage, transformational breathwork, and emotional
freedom techniques. Yoga and meditation classes and
private sessions for individuals and groups. (304)258-9555
Evelyn M Garcia....licensed & certified
massage therapist specializing in deep tissue, neuromuscular & Swedish
massage.
CranioSacral,
pre-natal, Reiki, reflexology & LaStone therapy available. Call
for an appointment at her in town office or an on-site visit. (304)258-6678
or (304)258-9069.
Everything
Yoga... Mixed level Yoga
at the Ice House. Wednesday & Saturday 11am-noon. Family
yoga Wednesday 2:30-3:30.
Certified instructor Connie Wilson. (304)258-4042

Have Table Will Travel... “I
travel so that you don’t
have to.” Enjoy
a professional therapeutic massage in the comfort of your chosen get
away. I use an integration of techniques tailored to the individuals
needs. Also
certified in prenatal and postpartum massage. Over 20 years experience.
Samantha
Redston. (304)258-6424
The
Healing Vessel....The Healing Vessel provides
holistic health services including Integrated Kabbalistic Healing
(IKH), Brennan Healing Science sessions, reiki, meditation, stress
reduction techniques, and therapeutic massage. (301)331-9906
Homeopathy
Works....a unique retail storefront with museum
and certified manufactory of homeopathic medical remedies. Cindy
Crawford endorses Homeopathy Works remedy kit on Oprah.
You can get one too.(304)258-2541
Melinda
DeGraw, One Heart Touch...caring, intuitive
massage therapist with technique helpful in relieving chronic and
injury
related pain. (304)258-6678
or (540)888-9375
Michael Pushkin LMT....Massage
therapy that integrates many modalities. For relaxation & balancing
of muscles & joints to improve flexibility, posture, reduce discomfort
& strenthen the immune system. Neuromuscular
therapy, deep tissue therapy, craniosacral therapy, myofascial release,
sports massage & stretching, connective tissue massage, lymph drainage
therapy, "La Stone" therapy & swedish massage. (540)336-6872
or (304)258-4653.
Rankin
Physical Therapy...open daily and
welcomes walk ins for classes and the state-of-the-art machine room.
Indoor basketball court and therapy pool. 304-258-5555
Peggy
Carey, Wellness Consultant...rediscover ancient
healing techniques. Aromatherapy consultant and holistic health instructor.
(304)258-4685
Smoke
Free Forever Spa Program....Residential programs
at Cacapon State Park conducted by Martha Ashleman.(304) 258-9148.

ARTICLES
A
Bodywork Marathon in Berkeley Springs
Taking The Waters
At Bath
The Smell of Healing
"Lick Me, I'm Sweet"
What the Press Say
About Our Spas
Getting
"stoned" in Berkeley Springs
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