Aloha!  My name is Sara and I am the Spa Manager of the Chandler location.  I have worked in customer service positions for many years and have always enjoyed helping others.  I grew up on a farm in rural Montana and moved to Mesa in 2010.  As you can imagine, this was a huge change for me as the weather is complete opposite from what I was used to, as well as the population of the valley.  While I enjoyed country life, I absolutely love the city and how much it has to offer.

Aloha! My name is Jordan Zimmerman. I graduated from Kachina High School in Scottsdale, AZ in 2001. Once I graduated, I enlisted in the United States Airforce and served for 4 1/2 years. After I returned to the United States, I attended AZMT (Arizona School of Massage Therapy) and graduated in 2008.

Hi there, my name is Cynthia and I’ve been a licensed massage therapist since 2007. I have worked in and out of the industry during this time, and can honestly say that giving great messages is as enjoyable for me as it is for my satisfied clients.

Hello, my name is Nathan.  I have been a massage therapist for over sixteen years.  I have dedicated most of my life pursuing the education and awareness for understanding the complexities of the human body and its mechanics.  I was inspired to become a massage therapist from being a student of the martial arts. 

I moved to Arizona a little over a year ago and I love it here! I continue to pursue different forms of healing including Reiki, Chakra balancing and Aromatherapy. I’m an artist at heart and have been painting since childhood. Most of my spare time is spent being creative.

Aloha! My name is Corina. I have been a licensed aesthetician since 2012. One of the most fun memories I have is going to school at the Southwest Institute of Natural Aesthetics (SWINA), where I graduated. My passion in life is helping people feel good about themselves mentally, physically, and spiritually. You can rest assured that I care about your person skin care concerns…

Aloha! I am Darla.  I grew up in Palm Springs, CA and came to Arizona to attend ASU, where I got my degree in Women’s Studies.  After working in politics and as a public school teacher I decided to follow my excitement and pursue an aesthetics license.  I have been working in the skincare and spa industry for almost 13 years.  

I love everything I have learned about massage therapy and I’m excited for my next step in my future. I grew up in Chandler, AZ and graduated from Chandler High School in 2013. I have had a passion to be a massage therapist since I was in grade school for many reasons including the fact that it is part of the holistic care field.

A constant theme is consistently repeated in my life and I offer this as a mantra for you to carry into your life… so take in a deep breath and as you exhale say “Today I will do less and accomplish more”. I offer the exact same to you through my bodywork and massage style. Hi there, my name is Mike and I was born and raised here in Arizona, and every time I mention that I also hear how rare that is.

Massage has always been a large part of my life. The structural aspect has helped my brother recover from his surgeries. It has also helped with surgeries I personally have had.  I specialize in Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue, Injury Massage, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Shiatsu, Structural Therapy and Swedish massage. 

Aloha! My name is Trinity, I have been doing massage for a little while now. I did all of my massage training throughout high school. It was a special program that was through another school, it took two years to complete, through this program as students of high school age we were held to very high and mature standers.

Aloha everyone.  My name is Michael and I am excited to be your therapist!  I graduated from the Therapeutic Massage program at the Chandler-Gilbert Community College with a 4.0.  I have a great respect for what I do as a Licensed Massage Therapist and treat the practice with the utmost integrity.  Ever since I can recall I have had a passion to help others in a profound way.

Aloha, and thank you for visiting my Hawaiian Experience employee profile page. My name is Heather and I am excited to be a part of the Hawaiian Experience Spa family as an LMT.  I look forward to to providing our clients with an exceptional spa experience.

Hi my name is James G. and I have been working as a massage therapist in 2012. I grew up in the Mesa Arizona area and I graduated with the class of 2011. Growing up I loved playing sports like basketball, baseball, soccer, wrestling and track.

Aloha, my name is Terri and I am a Spa Administrator at the Chandler location. I have been a stay at home mom for several years, but am very excited about being back in the workplace. Mahalo Hawaiian Experience Spa for giving me this great opportunity.

Aloha! My name is Mariela. I have worked in the customer service industry for many years and I have always enjoyed helping others.  

Aloha! My name is Alyssa, and I am extremely excited to be back at Hawaiian Experience Spa. I worked in both the Scottsdale and Chandler spas from October 2013 until March 2016. At that time, I moved back to St. Louis. 

Aloha! My name is Jordan. I attend Arizona State University for a variety of subjects, including public service leadership! I write, as well as do photography. I’ve fallen in love with Hawaii ever since I visited many years ago.

Aloha, my name is Zamantha, and I am a spa administrator here at Hawaiian Experience Spa. I am a student at Arizona State University, currently studying American Indian Studies.

Aloha! My name is Crystal James and I am ecstatic to be a part of the ‘ohana at Hawaiian Experience Spa as a Spa Administrator – Chandler location. I was born and raised in Mexican Hat, Utah, on the Navajo Reservation, about a 30-minute drive east of Monument Valley. I am currently enrolled at NPC earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Legal Studies, with aspirations of one day working in a Human Resources role. With my free-time I enjoy volunteering with non-profit organizations. 

Jodi is the manager of our Goodyear Day Spa as well as a licensed massage therapist (LMT) and Director of Massage Therapy for all our spas. She has also managed our Scottsdale and Chandler spas. Her job is to make sure your visits to Goodyear are perfect every time. She also squeezes in time to do some massage herself. Jodi can perform all types of massage ranging from medical to lomi lomi.

Aloha!  I am the Guest Services Manager of the Goodyear Spa.  After moving here in 2014 from New York and finding my own little piece of Paradise to live here in Arizona, I found my Hawaiian Paradise to work!   I have been with Hawaiian Experience Spa since 2015 and have watched it grow into a spectacular spa.

My approach to massage therapy values my clients input and communicating how I can help them to form a treatment plan that is in their best interest. With my knowledge of the human body and massage application, combined with great listening skills we can create your ideal Hawaiian Experience.

Aloha, my name is Rina. I was born and raised in California. My parents were born in Cambodia. Someone in America sponsored them to come live in America because of the Civil War at their homeland.

I graduated from the Steiner Institute of Esthetics in 2013. During the esthetics program I found my passion for skin care and what it can do for people mentally. My passion is helping people feel good about themselves.

My discovery of massage and its benefits came as a result of numbness and pain. In my previous job as a legal secretary, I worked many long hours typing documents. After a number of years of such repetitive action I experienced numbness and pain from my neck to my fingers.

My interest in massage therapy started at a young age. Living with my grandmother, who worked a full job, volunteered at church, and helped care for her 11 grandchildren, often complained about having back aches and pains. She would ask me to give her a massage.

Aloha, my name is ShayLinn, but I go by Shay. I was born in Phoenix, Arizona. When I was two weeks old my family moved to Denver, Colorado. I grew up with four siblings; five of us total. There were four girls and one boy. My brother, the youngest, stopped breathing when he was a baby.

Aloha! I am Karen. I’m very excited to be joining the Hawaii group as an experienced Licensed Esthetician. I am also certified as a Laser Technician. I graduated from The Skin and Makeup Institute and the National Laser Institute. Skin care has always been something that I have been very passionate about.

Aloha!  My name is Samuel.  I am currently working full-time in the corporate world, but my passion is massage.  I have been licensed in massage since February 2009.  I received my education and training in the Professional Massage Therapy Program at Arizona School of Massage therapy in Phoenix, Arizona.

Aloha!!! My name is Heidi. I attended ASMT, (Arizona School Of Massage Therapy.) I graduated with a high GPA and received my license in Massage Therapy in 2011. I have worked at a Chiropractic Office, at a Spa and at a Fitness Club. While I worked at the Chiropractic Office, I assisted the Doctor with his patients.

Aloha. My name is Marica. I have three amazing teenagers, yes three! Being a mama is one of the greatest joys I have every experienced.  . I love being a massage therapist! Other than being a mama, I couldn’t imagine having any other career.

Aloha! My name is Ashlee and I have been a licensed Aesthetician since 2015. Beauty and helping others has been a passion of mine since I was a little girl and I embrace that every day and with every client.

Aloha! My name is Valeria L., feel free to call me Val. I don’t mind because that is what my family and friends call me. I graduated from EVIT (East Valley Institute of Technology) and was awarded into the National Honor Society. I have been an active Licensed Massage Therapist since 2010.

Aloha! My name is Acacia; like the tree, but pronounced “ah-kay-see-yah”. I am brand new to the West Valley area, after having lived the last three years in Florida, and have joined the Hawaiian Experience Spa team as Goodyear’s newest Spa Administrator!

Aloha! My name is Jayme. I was born and raised in Taos New Mexico and I moved to Arizona in 2017. I previously worked as a Preschool Teacher Assistant and received my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I also worked as a server and I really enjoyed the food and beverage industry, but most of all I enjoyed the customer service part of it.

I am technically-minded and computer savvy. I enjoy designing in my spare time, and am proficient with a few different CAD programs. While my education in high school was largely about designing things, I am also proficient at building them. 

Becca is the Guest Service Ali’i as well as a licensed massage therapist. She has been with Hawaiian Experience Spa for several years. In her current capacity as Scottsdale Guest Service Ali’i her main focus is to make your visit perfect. Please let her know if she can assist you in any way. Previously, Becca was manager of our Goodyear day spa. She started with the spa as a massage therapist.

Aloha, my name is Michael. I truly believe that a body and mind that is calm and relaxed is the best way to stay happy, energetic, motivated, and healthy. Massage is such a great way keeping everything physically and mentally in optimal condition.

As a recognized anti-aging and micro-current specialist in the Valley of the Sun, Linda has been featured on KXAM radio, as well as numerous health features on local news programs on TV Channels 3, 5, 10, 12 and 15. She has also been interviewed by the Scottsdale Airpark News and had a regular column in the AZNET News for many years.

I graduated massage school in 2014 and have been working in the field since then. Shortly after graduation I took a class and got certified to work with medically frail patients, and as part of my training I was able to volunteer and provide cancer and hospice patients with therapeutic massage.

My name is Elisa. I attended Southwest Institute of Natural Aesthetics program where I fell in love with everything that has to do with skincare.  Through the years as an aesthetician, I have been able to help clients with different skin concerns…

Aloha! My name is Ashley. I am a kahuna licensed massage therapist, and Lomi Lomi trainer here at the spa. I have been a part of the Scottsdale ohana since August of 2016.

I attended school at the East Valley Institution of Technology, and graduated in 2014. I went to school to practice massage during my senior year of high school, as a part of my elective credit. My mother was my inspiration throughout my massage schooling; being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, a disease with no cure.

Aloha, my name is Jaclyn Secody, I am a dual licensed Master Bodyworker Therapist. I started the Arizona School of Massage Therapy program in May 2010. I completed all three programs in October 2011.

Aloha! I’m Hilary. I went to Marinello’s School of Beauty for Aesthetics and have been a licensed aesthetician since 2012. I was born and raised in this beautiful state of Arizona and couldn’t imagine life any different.

Aloha, my name is Aubrey. Healing has always been a passion of mine. I knew I wanted to study Massage Therapy since I was a Sophomore in high school. When I was just a Senior, 17 back in 2011, I enrolled myself in the Massage Therapy program at the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) so that I could heal using touch and energy. 

Hello! My name is Elizabeth Landers. I have many nicknames such as Lizi, Liz, Lou, or Caroline but you can call me whatever nickname you like! I am a very exuberant person. I love to laugh and lighten up a room. It’s such a pleasure to make people smile, laugh, and have a good time.

Aloha, my name is David but I tend to go by Sully.  I am a Licensed Massage Therapist whom attended the Steiner Education Group, Arizona School of Massage Therapy, Tempe campus. I have been fortunate to have learn many aspects and modalities of massage/healing touch and am extremely grateful to have found a sense of purpose and passion within practicing massage therapy.

Aloha! My name is Giscel. I am attending Arizona State University, with a major in English (Literature). One of my goals is to one day, visit Hawaii. I have lately been wanting to get in better health, in all aspects, whether it’s eating properly, working out, or just giving myself mental health days. 

Hi there I’m Jen! I come from a very artistic family, so art is a big part of my life. Personally, my favorite medium is painting in acrylic. I’ve sold a few paintings in the past and love making them as gifts. I’m currently getting back into video editing for myself and my personal trainer.

Aloha! My name is Sasha Palma and I am very excited to be a part of the Hawaiian Experience Spa team!! I look forward to gaining more insight into working at a spa and hopefully one day begin a career in esthetics. My priority is providing exceptional customer service while ensuring our guests have a pleasant experience when they visit the spa.

I was born in Phoenix, Arizona and I have lived here all my life. I have two boys that are 19 and 25 years old. I enjoy spending time with my family and my favorite Pug, Sophie.

Hawaiian Experience Spa is a family owned Hawaiian themed day spa in business since 2007. The Ibachs, who own the spas, are very passionate about Hawaii and bring a genuine Hawaiian vibe to the spas. Mike Ibach is the CEO and manages the spas on a day to day basis.  

Aloha! My name is Gen. My family, including my daughter, my brother and our three dogs moved to Arizona in the summer of 2016 from New Jersey. We moved to Arizona to be closer to my aunt and uncle who are the founders of Hawaiian Experience Spa.