Wildside TIMES #5

SALT... SPACE TO BE

SALT at Sealpoint Lighthouse had its launch party on Friday evening. Set within the lighthouse precinct, on the edge of the fynbos reserve, overlooking the ocean, SALT is a wellness haven. Here therapists, medical professionals, and fitness or dance instructors can rent private studio space by the hour or therapy rooms by the day.

SALT Opening

© Juliette Godfrey

Many people gathered on the lawns in front of the new premises to enjoy a drink and some of Chef Wesley’s delicious tapas. Others browsed through the newly renovated building to view the studio, and massage/therapy rooms whilst soft scents and sounds floated through the air.

Clinton Hempel of Petrel Ventures welcomed everyone. He explained how SALT was a new concept borne from the need for shared space accessible to therapists and instructors who don’t necessarily want to rent full-time premises. The studio is already functioning with a resident Pilates instructor, Elizabeth Anderson, as well as yoga instructor, Preston Waldeck Murray and guided meditation sessions offered by Rain Murray.

Clint and Cathryn Hempel

© Juliette Godfrey

The name SALT was chosen because of the healing properties that the element offers and its close proximity to the ocean. The studio has the necessary equipment, such as yoga mats, some floor Pilates gym equipment, a sound system with TV and a camera for online sessions with clients. It also has a full wall-length mirror and a barre. Two therapy rooms include a massage bed, and one room is fitted with a desk and comfy chairs for one-on-one counselling.

Big smiles all round for the opening of SALT

© Juliette Godfrey

The setting is unique in that you can practice yoga under the protective watch of the lighthouse, listening to the sounds of the ocean and allowing fresh sea air to fill your lungs. And, to treat yourself after an intense workout, one can hop next door to Nevermind restaurant for a freshly squeezed juice or oat milk cappuccino and homemade granola bowl or freshly baked croissant.

Any professional who would like to make use of this wellness space can go to the booking platform on sealpointlighthouse. com/salt