Spa Association of Africa
Creating global standards
The Spa Association of Africa is an organisation created to develop and maintain internationally recognised standards and education for the spa industry in Africa. The association works alongside tourism boards and operators to set quality standards and encourage education and preventive health measures within the spa, health and wellness industry.
Accreditation
Recognised excellence
SAA Accreditation is an international benchmarking program, which involves an exhaustive document review and spa owner interviews. The SAA Accreditation Certificate is given to accredited spas and used as a tool to identify industry leaders. It represents a dedication to the industry’s highest business principles, customer service operations and health and wellness standards.
News
Mr. Raoul Andrews Sudre, new SAA Vice President
SAA is proud to welcome Mr. Raoul Andrews Sudre on board as Vice President of the organization. He is the founder and Senior Advisor of Aspen Spa Management. He is considered among the most influential spa experts worldwide and is a specialist in the conceptualizations, design and management of customized destination spas in luxury hotels…. more
Education
Training and Development
The Spa Association of Africa connects facilitators, educators, individuals and organisations interested in developing and delivering training programs and receiving recognised accreditation. It is the centre point for instilling professionalism and standards. Please contact us for more information.
Directory
Industry database and events
The directory contains detailed information on spas, resorts, hotels and associated organisations that operate within the African health and wellness industry. Relevant related events will also be listed. Send us information through the contact form if you would like your organisation to be included.



