Spas, Health and Fitness Resorts Fitness Resorts Fitness and Health Clubs.
This paper looks at the history of spas, provides examples of the different types of downtown fitness and health clubs, covers the different programs at health a fitness resorts, outlines the types of therapy available, explains spa terminology and the different types of spa treatments. Selected fitness resorts/spas in Ontario, Canada, California, Florida and the Caribbean are described. Particular health clubs in Toronto are also discussed in terms of their history, location, and economic and social impact on the community. The future of the spas, fitness and health resorts and clubs in Canada and abroad is then addressed. An extensive bibliography is attached. 21 pgs. 24 f/c. 26b.
