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Alma Society

As the spa and fitness worlds continue to merge into one 360-degree wellness offering, it’s never been more important for operators to stay on top of trends in both of these sectors. A massive 80% of you think holistic training workshops – which take into account your physical, mental and emotional health – will be big this year, and as such, many of you are considering adding them to your spa’s fitness menu.

Artificial intelligence (AI) classes – where, for example, a spin cycle session is projected onto the wall in a studio room, removing the need for a trainer to be physically there – are also peaking 10% of spa operators’ interest, with them realising it could be a more cost-effective way to up their fitness offering.

Nutrition is also a vital factor in any comprehensive wellness package for clients, which is why you should check out our piece on a new wave of more personalised skincare supplementation launching, on page 97.

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