The Hot Springs Association is a non-profit trade organization specifically established for hot springs owners and operators. Our mission is to unify and elevate the hot springs resort and spa industry worldwide.

Primary Objectives

ESTABLISH INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES
  • Support the advancement of research and development for the creation of industry guidelines and best practices for water management with focus on quality, stewardship, sustainability and preservation
MODEL AQUATIC HEALTH CODE
  • Amend the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) specifically acknowledging and addressing geothermal mineral waters, their unique benefits and how they should be managed for public use and benefit
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  • Hot Springs Connection conference presentations and workshops
  • Develop a professional training and certification program
MARKET RESEARCH

Report basic market research data:

  • Number of commercial facilities in the U.S.
  • Collective average annual visitation statistics
  • Collective average annual revenue statistics
  • Industry trends
MARKETING and PUBLIC RELATIONS
  • Increase and enhance the awareness, understanding and perception of hot springs in the United States
  • Hot Springs of America website
  • Soakember campaign
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