It’s been about a month since our stay at SHA, and I still find myself thinking about the experience. As a couple, we took away a lot in terms of health and daily habits, the stay genuinely shifted how we think about food, exercise, and overall well-being. The quality of everything, especially the food, was top-notch. It truly feels like an investment in your health. The energy of the place did feel very serious, so make sure that’s what you’re looking for. For example, my partner was hungry after (a very small) dinner the first night and he was told he couldn’t have any more food because that would be outside of what the “doctor prescribed.” 😆
As far as feedback, we did feel there was quite a bit of upselling during the consultations. I’d recommend having a single planning session at the beginning of the program, where additional treatments or services outside your package can be suggested. After that, it would be better to focus on the experience without continued pressure, especially given the cost of everything. When you’re in a place where you’re focused on healing or self-improvement, it can feel uncomfortable to be repeatedly encouraged to spend more by someone in a position of authority.
One thing I realized after booking is that likely is better value to create your own personalized schedule and treatments, rather than opting for a pre-set package. I also agree with another reviewer who suggested having a call with SHA beforehand to discuss your goals.