Stepping through the doors of The Body Spa & Cryotherapy, you are immediately embraced by a sense of calm and compassion. This is more than a spa — it’s a sanctuary where individuals find relief, healing and hope. Every member of this team shares a singular purpose: to address the interconnected needs of mental and physical pain through innovative therapies and heartfelt support.
For founder Tara Mechaley, this mission is deeply personal. As a suicide survivor, her journey of resilience became the foundation for creating a space where others could find solace and renewal. “Healing isn’t just about relieving pain,” Tara explained. “It’s about restoring balance and helping people feel seen and supported.”
The Body Spa began in 2012 as a vision to transform wellness in the Black Hills. In 2018, Tara introduced Whole Body Cryotherapy to western South Dakota, making it the first spa in the region to offer this therapy. Today, as the longest-running cryo spa in South Dakota, the Body Spa is trusted in its leadership in advanced pain management and recovery therapies.
At The Body Spa & Cryotherapy, every service is thoughtfully designed to nurture the whole person. From massage therapy to relieve pain and tension, to whole-body cryotherapy, infrared sauna, and red light therapies that promote deep recovery, each treatment is tailored to individual needs. The skin care services available here can also rejuvenate and restore confidence.
The dedication of Tara and her team has earned The Body Spa accolades, including Best Day Spa and Best Massage Therapist(s) in Best of the Black Hills. These honors reflect not just excellence in services but a heart-centered mission: ensuring every client feels valued and cared for.
Tara and her team extend their impact far beyond the spa’s walls. Through volunteer initiatives and outreach programs, they proudly support veterans, first responders, individuals in need, and local organizations. “When we help one person heal, that healing touches their families, friends and the community as a whole,” Tara said.
The Body Spa & Cryotherapy is more than a wellness destination — it’s where physical pain meets emotional healing; it’s about healing the body and soul one person at a time and every client becoming part of a compassionate community.
405 Sturgis Street
Rapid City, SD 57702
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