Lake Placid Speedy Spa in New York a Fun Destination for Spa Enthusiasts

Created with the intention of offering top-notch spa services at prices much lower than those found at hotel spas or other upscale facilities, Lake Placid Speedy Spa is a family-owned operation that has forged an excellent reputation in the Lake Placid vicinity.

Speedy Spa was established by Claire Doyle, a highly-trained massage therapist who previously worked with cancer patients at famed Memorial Sloan-Kettering Hospital in New York. Claire has also taught massage therapy and initiated a spa program at a local community college. She is assisted at Lake Placid Speedy Spa by her daughters, who also have a background in massage and other spa and salon services.

The spa is welcomingly decorated in warm shades that reflect the style of the American Southwest, creating a relaxing atmosphere for patrons. Speedy Spa is clean and the staff efficient, allowing for a top-notch spa experience at a reasonable price.

Speedy Spa's menu of treatments is quite extensive and includes options that can be found on lists at the area's more costly spa establishments. A list of available massage options include "Becoming Placid'', an oil and heat pack massage; the "Adironda-cure'', a deep tissue massage with detoxifying oils; an Adirondack River Stone massage; a reflexology treatment for the feet; and the classic Speedy Spa massage, available at the price of $1 per minute.

Additional body treatments include "Body Brilliance'', a full-service treatment meant to soothe, smooth, and detoxify the skin. It includes a salt or sugar scrub, a mask, and various moisturizing treatments. The "Blissful Back'' treatment is designed to treat those hard to reach places and includes exfoliation and a parafango (mud and paraffin) application for moisturizing.

Lake Placid Speedy Spa offers three basic facial treatments. One is designed to cleanse and heal skin affected by acne while another strives to reduce pores. A Mountain Mist treatment cleanses, exfoliates, and revitalizes. In addition, several treatments are available for tired hands and feet including soaks, manicures, and pedicures. Paraffin treatments are also offered as are polish changes and acrylic nail enhancements. Speedy Spa also offers waxing and tanning services. Tanning can be purchased in multi-session packages.

Lake Placid Speedy Spa is well-known for its fun and rejuvenating spa parties. The owners work with clients to create custom spa parties for any number of occasions ranging from birthdays to corporate events. Packages can be organized in accordance with the host's budget and there are no minimum requirements for the package. Teen birthday parties are especially popular as are pre-wedding bridal party events. The spa offers catering services as well or hosts can bring their own food and drink.

Speedy Spa does accept walk in customers but appointments are suggested for most treatments, especially during peak tourist season when this spa is most busy. An online request form is available for questions about treatments or organizing a spa event.