Spavia means affordable luxury
By Rose Sgarlato
SPARTA – Spavia opened its first New Jersey location in Sparta this past December. The national franchise is brand new, and according to owner Leslie Martin, Spavia is looking to offer its clients a different spa experience.
“'Resort-quality day spa at affordable prices is Spavia’s tagline,'” said Martin. “Our rooms and retreat areas are beautiful, and clients receive special treatment, like lavender neck wraps.”
All of these are perks, said Martin, that the general public can now afford.
Spavia, created by a couple in Denver in 2005, went national in 2014. Catering to men and women with a variety of services, including facials, massages, and body treatments and waxing, Spavia has an upscale hotel-spa environment with comfortable changing areas along with robes and slippers for its customers.
“Spavia is different because of the exceptional experience and specialists,” said Martin. “The type of team we hire and professional atmosphere sets us apart from salons and chains.”
Martin who spent over 25 years in the corporate world, was looking to buy a franchise and was impressed with Spavia. Likewise, says Martin, Spavia wanted a suitable business partner.
“The franchise was looking for someone who had leadership skills and could stay local. I live in Sparta for 22 years.”
The pricing structure at Spavia is unique because there is an option to be a member. Details can be found at www.spaviadayspa.com.
“You do not have to be a member, but we have a great membership program,” said Martin. “The benefits to being a member are exceptional pricing on additional services as well as an opportunity to bring a friend.”
First-time guests receive a signature facial or massage for $49. The popular Relax package offered through the end of February includes a massage and facial for $108, $50 off the regular price.
“The Relax package was very popular at Christmastime and makes a great Valentines Day or birthday gift,” said Martin.
Spavia has “Spalebrations," it’s trademarked signature for private spa parties for small groups. Upon request, Martin will close Spavia for bridal parties or other special-occasion larger groups. The space is about 3,000 square feet and has 11 rooms with separate men’s and women’s areas.
Spavia has been well received and has set franchise records on gift card sales and services. Martin says the Spavia mantra is ‘ relax, escape and thrive.’
“I am very grateful to the community for embracing Spavia, I look forward to the future here. We invite anyone to please stop in and have a consultation and a tour.”
Spavia is open seven days a week and is located on the Sparta Avenue side of Town Center drive. Spavia has a downloadable app for Iphones and Ipads that is available at the app store or Google Play.
Spavia is located at 8 Town Center Drive in Sparta. The phone number is 973-512-4225 and the website is www.spaviadayspa.com.
Photo1: Spavia features an upscale experience at real-people prices.
Photo2: Relaxation is the name of the game at Spavia.
Photo3: Spavia's dedicated staff treats clients like royalty.