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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.
At the heart of the centuries old spa industry is the
warm mineral water of the Berkeley Springs. For more about
the water check out:
The Springs - Nature's Special Mark
Facts and Fictions About Berkeley
Springs Water
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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
WV licensed therapists. 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 newly renovated
main bathhouse provides sauna, 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.
Coolfont
Resort.....Closed for renovations.
OTHER
Able Body Wellness-Michael
Pushkin LMT....Massage therapy that integrates
many modalities. For relaxation & balancing of muscles & joints
to improve flexibility, posture, reduce discomfort & strengthen
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.
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 Massage Therapy,
Certified Reflexology and a unique form of Reiki, Acupuncture, Chiropractic,
Shamanic Healing, Cyma Sound Therapy and Hypnotherapy All services
are geared towards the health of each of our clients. Our center
schedules private time for groups. Classes are available. (304)
258-6678
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.

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
Professional Hair Studio-Provides hairstylists, aestheticians and a nail technician. (304)258-4961.
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
Rita Renee's Spa....Offers therapeutic massage, pedicures, manicures, waxing, and hot stone massage. Carrying a full line of Shaklee 189 products and every Thursday at 6:30pm a nutrition class. Open Mon- Sat 10am-6pm. (304)258-8992.
Somatic
Energy Therapies....Polarity Therapy
and Craniosacral Therapy are our focused energy-based modalities. We
believe
these "natural
systems" support the personal healing processes. 703-409-1567 or 304-300-1353 SETherapies@gmail.com
Visions of Wellness... Shafiya Eve a Reiki Master/teacher integrates Reiki, EFT, Visualization and meditation to release old or negative mental and emotional patterns. Facilitates pain relief, excellent complimentary care for PTSD, cancer and surgery. Experience profound relaxation and peace. 304-258-0728.

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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