DISCOVER OUR WELLBEING APPROACH
“In that moment, I felt weightless. In harmony with the elements, infinite as the cosmos.”
Welcome to JOALI BEING, your pathway to the Joy of Weightlessness — a sense of freedom, lightness and wonder. From the sparkling songs of ocean waves to the grounding embrace of ivory sands, each day at our wellbeing island is filled with moments both exhilarating and mindful. Embark on a transformative journey in the Maldives with our curated Wellbeing Programmes.
LIVING WELL IN THE MALDIVES
We at JOALI BEING are honoured to support the development of this country report and to share important Maldives-specific wellness insights with the world. As the official partner of the Global Wellness Institute in the Maldives, we are committed to advancing the understanding and promotion of wellness initiatives across the region. Through this collaboration, we aim to create transformative experiences that are in harmony with the island’s natural beauty, enriching the wellbeing of all who visit.
View more details on the partnership here.
THE FOUR PILLARS OF JOALI BEING
JOALI BEING's Four Pillars unite ancient wisdom with modern science, offering a transformative journey. Rooted in nature's abundance, our wellbeing oasis beckons you to embrace the wisdom of the sea and stars.
Our Mind shapes how we handle stress and relate to others, making it a core pillar for self-expression and harmony.
Nurturing our Skin health positively impacts confidence, radiance, and a rejuvenated sense of self.
A healthy gut nurtures the Mind, Skin, and Energy pillars by aiding nutrient absorption and fortifying immunity.
Energy represents our physical vitality through mindful movement which sustains vitality during life's bustling moments.
Inventive and inspiring, our expansive wellbeing facilities offer endless possibilities for reflection, movement, and growth. Find soul-deep stillness or enjoy the thrill of an energetic workout. Resonate with the healing harmonics of the Discovery Sound Path, or dip into the pure goodness of water at the Hydrotherapy Hall. Our island is yours to discover.
To maintain a serene environment, our transformational spaces are reserved for adult guests seeking utmost tranquility. The Wellbeing facilities in Areka and CORE are available for guests aged 12 and above. Guests under the age of 16 years may require parental or guardian consent for select treatments.
Areka opens doors to fully immersive wellbeing experiences, diagnostic services, learning programmes, specialised therapeutic and alternative healing treatments, as well as expansive fitness and gender-specific recreation facilities.
AKTAR is JOALI BEING's herbology centre, inspired by the joy of spice markets, in collaboration with Herba Farm. Guests are able to address any Mind, Skin, Microbiome and Energy concerns with the resident herbologist, who specialises in the health benefits of herbs and essential oils. The herbologist can prepare herbal teas for any kind of physical or mental ailment, create natural body creams, shampoos and massage oils, as well as offer workshops for guests to learn about the science behind the health benefits of herbs and oils.
Restore your inner balance through the healing harmony of music and vibration, in a mesmerising space created by a sound healing visionary and JOALI BEING collaborator. Taking its name from the oriental origins, it brings together the rich tradition of classical music and international academic sound studies and research, as well as contemporary design and innovation.
Honouring the ancient tradition of healing through water, our hydrotherapy hall takes inspiration from the fascinating transformation of a coconut from salt water into a luscious fruit. Experience the cleansing powers of our Banya, the exhilaration of our Aufguss Sauna or the blissful tranquillity of Watsu therapies and the Salt Inhalation Room.
Elevate your fitness experience as you explore different movement patterns and pathways to wellbeing. Inject fresh energy and balance into workout routines with intelligent training programmes, tailored to your personal goals. Our resident movement coaches utilise the latest scientific technologies to help you break through barriers and grow in strength and positivity. Master new skills, radiate happiness and feel more alive as you become part of the community.
Each of our 39 treatment rooms is equipped with a signature sound that is aligned with planetary frequencies and in synergy with the room’s location on the island. These intelligently designed spaces welcome positivity and harmony, whether you are surrounded by treetops or relaxing over the waves, healing with quartz crystals or rebalancing with ancient eastern massage techniques.
Our community brings together seekers and discoverers, experts and dreamers, healers and culinarians. We invite you to continue learning and growing with JOALI BEING.
Rediscover natural health and happiness with our Wellbeing Programmes, designed to rebalance the Four Pillars of Wellbeing over five to ten nights.
Wellbeing Programmes can be tailored to focus on strength and vitality, mental clarity, overall wellbeing, hormonal balance, women’s health, digestive health and weight management, restorative sleep, as well as movement and alignment to support immunity and optimal health.
WELLBEING WORKSHOPS & JOURNEYS
Discover some of our best-loved signature treatments, meticulously curated to elevate your wellbeing journey. Hosted in inspirational spaces across the island, these unique experiences can be booked individually during your stay at JOALI BEING.
Weightless Watsu
Float into transcendence, gently cradled by the warm waters of our Watsu. Experience profound healing and relaxation, unlocked by the nurturing support of your expert therapist. Meditative and magical, this thermal aquatic bodywork treatment deepens the connection between body, mind and spirit.
Cryotherapy Boost
Embrace the incredible benefits of cold therapy in our cryo:one chamber. Cryotherapy boosts the body’s immune response by increasing blood circulation and cellular activity while simultaneously removing toxins and decreasing cortisol levels. A single three-minute session can burn up to 800 calories.
NATURAL PERFUME MAKING
Embark on a fragrant journey into aromatherapy perfumes. Test our bespoke essential oils to identify your favourites, then use your chosen blends to make two types of natural perfume: a parfum bloc and an oil-based roller . There is a special joy to wearing the scents you’ve created yourself.
MOLECULAR SKIN THERAPY
Restore your scalp and hair microbiome with FLORA’s clean, vegan and tailored therapies. Experience the benefits of breakthrough scientific innovations that transcend the boundaries of traditional haircare. Your sensorial journey activates all five senses, uplifted by blissful FLORA fragrances.
CACAO CEREMONY
Allow us to guide you through a heart-opening meditation, centred around by the medicinal use of ceremonial cacao. Discover your essence and find clarity in all areas of life. Cacao ceremonies are an ancient holistic healing practice, used by indigenous cultures around the world for millennia.
MEET YOUR WELLBEING TEAM
Genuine transformation can only occur with the right guidance. Here at JOALI BEING, we celebrate the extraordinary gifts of our wellbeing team — from the depth of their expertise, to the generosity of their spirit.
CURATED WELLBEING PRODUCTS
Browse our selection of bespoke products, thoughtfully chosen to align with the JOALI BEING lifestyle. Elevate your journey with wellbeing products infused with natural organic ingredients, traditional beauty techniques, healing gemstones and science-backed formulations.
Dr. Barbara Sturm
Dr. Barbara Sturm, a renowned German doctor and anti-inflammatory pioneer, leverages her background in orthopaedic research to craft a unique, non-aggressive skincare approach. Her Molecular Cosmetics line combines advanced science with natural extracts, ensuring healthy, vibrant skin without harsh treatments. With over 20 years of expertise, she has earned a devoted following, offering transformative, scientifically driven skincare. Key ingredient Purslane offers antioxidant and anti-aging advantages. Dr. Sturm emphasises hydration, skin barrier reinforcement, and irritation reduction, crafting a simplified yet potent skincare regimen from her extensive medical expertise.
Ling
Ling New York offers luxury skincare for women, blending traditional Asian beauty techniques with natural, state-of-the-art ingredients. Setting new standards for what natural skincare can achieve, these highly efficient treatments address concerns such as wrinkles, acne and fine lines to reveal a radiant, youthful complexion. Drawing on over 35 years of experience, founder Ling Chan has created beauty rituals known for their ability to transform dull and tired skin, cure hormonal and adult acne, improve hyperpigmentation, and tackle premature aging. Ling’s clientele includes some of the world’s biggest stars, including Cameron Diaz, Gisele Bundchen, Uma Thurman and Alexander Wang.
KNESKO
Designed to immerse you in loving energy, both physically and spiritually, KNESKO’s products are infused with precious gemstones and minerals to activate your chakras and rejuvenate skin. Envisioned by founder Lejla Cas, who is a Reiki Master, these holistic skincare products combine scientific advances with powerful Reiki practices to awaken the body’s energy centres. The brand’s proprietary formulas and healing complexes use clean, active, clinical ingredients to help nourish skin and create a deep inner glow. All KNESKO treatments are developed by a team of skin specialists and are natural, paraben-free, cruelty-free, hypoallergenic and biodegradable.
Elim
The Elim range includes products for deeply restorative pedicures and manicures. The brand’s MediHeel and MediHand products are designed to specifically focus on concerns like dehydration, ageing, marks, fungal infection and pigmentation. Elim’s treatments for hands and feet have been developed with facial-grade ingredients, such as AHAs and Sodium Hydroxide, to provide exceptional results.
Flora
On a mission to change the way people treat their hair, Flora offers a range of science-backed, clean and vegan products for a multistep scalp-and-hair care routine. With a strong emphasis on the microbiome, Flora has developed breakthrough innovations like the FP5® Biome and FMP10® complexes for healthy, strong and gorgeous hair. The brand’s scientific formulas are enhanced with beautiful fragrances inspired by islands around the world.
The|Tides
A Dutch holistic wellness brand rooted in 30 years of clinical expertise, The|Tides provides 100% natural and organic self-care products and wellness treatments. Offerings are designed to help you disconnect, relax, sleep better, increase energy or improve focus. The|Tides products can also aid in faster recovery after sports, travel or stressful periods and in keeping your skin healthy. The brand’s formulas are packed with clean, high-performance, active botanical and mineral ingredients with beautiful textures and aromatherapy scents. Chosen for their powerful properties, all ingredients are sustainably sourced, vegan, cruelty-free, gender-neutral and 100% biodegradable.
JOALI BEING offers a comprehensive approach to self-care and is the first island of its kind in the Maldives fully focused on wellbeing. Unlike a spa resort, where guests can book individual treatments, JOALI BEING creates personalised Wellbeing Programmes based on the unique goals and concerns of each guest.
Crafted by over 60 dedicated wellbeing experts and specialists, our Wellbeing Programmes include sessions that complement each other and have been curated to achieve specific goals, while simultaneously improving overall wellbeing. Along with 37 treatment rooms, we offer a collection of unique Transformational Spaces such as KAASHI (the Hydrotherapy Hall), SEDA (the Sound Therapy Hall), The Discovery Sound Path, CORE (the Movement & Fitness Zone) and Ocean Sala (our overwater treatment rooms).
Our goal is to create the ultimate wellbeing and wellness experiences in the Maldives for every guest, supporting every step of their transformative journey.
Medical spas aim to treat targeted health issues and focus on specific results under the guidance of medical staff. Our wellbeing island, meanwhile, offers a comprehensive approach based on The Four Pillars of JOALI BEING.
We focus on lifestyle and preventative tools for longevity and better living. Invasive treatments are not performed at JOALI BEING in the Maldives.
The Transformational Spaces at JOALI BEING are open during these hours for wellbeing activities:
Areka: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
KAASHI: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
CORE: open 24 hours; however, our fitness specialists are available between 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, with additional flexibility upon request.
JOALI BEING offers a selection of complimentary wellbeing experiences in the Maldives for all guests.
These include a one-on-one session with a Wellbeing Consultant; complimentary Mind & Body, Movement and Meditation Classes; and learning activities according to the resort activity calendar.
To avoid any disappointment in obtaining the preferred date and time for wellbeing treatments at JOALI BEING, it is recommended for guests to provide their preferences as part of the pre-arrival wellbeing questionnaire.
Appointments can also be booked at JOALI BEING during your stay in the Maldives.
Wellbeing Programmes at JOALI BEING are designed to achieve specific goals. Because of this, we are not able to replace treatments and sessions with a different option. However, additional sessions may be booked on top of your pre-planned Wellbeing Programme.
The Integrative Lifestyle Assessment at JOALI BEING is a consultation to identify each guest's individual areas of concern, needs and goals. This allows us to tailor a more suitable and beneficial programme for you.
Watsu is a form of aquatic bodywork used for deep relaxation and passive aquatic therapy.
Watsu at JOALI BEING can be said to be a journey. In this one-on-one session, the expert JOALI practitioner performs a gentle treatment of stretching, acupressure and massage in chest-deep warm water. As you float into blissful healing, witness a cosmic show of constellations and galaxies above you.
JOALI BEING offers Ayurvedic treatments using traditional medicated blended oils to address a variety of ailments and concerns.
In Ayurvedic massage, the oils used are selected by the consultant or therapist. Meanwhile, our other massages are designed around The Four Pillars of JOALI BEING, supporting your wellbeing through carefully chosen techniques and in-house blended oils.
