Pulse Legacy Archive January / February 2013 | Page 44

ISPA 2012 U.S. Spa Industry Study: Number of Spa Establishments The number of spa establishments was broadly unchanged compared to 2010. 19,850 19,900 Employment (thousands) Within the overall picture of stability in employment, the pattern of employment changes varied by type of employee. 20,610 2011 2009 48 2011 Full-time Part-time Contractor 156 Spa Revenue (billions) 2011 $12.8 2010 $12.3 2009 2011 Spa Industry Revenue Compared to Other Leisure Industries (billions) $23 $17.59 Golf (Fees and Dues) Spa Revenue $13.40 $21.40 Cruise Line Industry Spending Health and Racquet Club Revenue 2010 vs. 150 GET YOUR COPY! The spa industry saw an increase in total spa revenue, pointing signs to a more positive consumer spending. $13.4 The year 2011 saw a slight increase of 4.1 percent in total number of spa visits. May 2012 163 128 2010 Spa Visits (millions) ISPA members can download their complimentary copy of the full study on experienceispa.com. Nonmembers can purchase the study for $800. For more information, visit experienceispa.com or email [email protected]. Average Revenue Per Establishment (thousands) For a second year in a row, revenues per spa increased. 2011 2010 2009 $673 $642 $594 Massage Treatments Offered On average, spas offer seven different types of massage treatments. 95 % Deep tissue/sports massage 94 % Swedish massage 89 % Pregnancy massage