Multi-step reminders save Eยฃ8,000-5,000 per prevented no-show
45%
More membership renewals
Automated usage reminders drive recurring revenue
10+ hrs
Saved per week
Automate inquiries, reminders, and follow-ups
5x
More Google reviews
Automated post-treatment review requests
The Problem
Challenges Spa & Massage Centers Face
Appointment No-Shows Cost Eยฃ8,000-5,000 Each
Guest books a 90-minute massage, doesn't show up. The therapist was ready, room prepared, next booking refused. Pure revenue loss.
Membership Retention Is Hard
You sell memberships but guests don't book regularly. Sessions expire unused. You don't have time to personally remind each member to use their benefits.
Therapist Utilization Below 60%
Weekends are packed but Tuesday-Thursday afternoons are empty. You pay therapists full salary whether they're busy or sitting idle.
Gift Vouchers Bought But Not Redeemed
People buy gift vouchers for birthdays/anniversaries. Recipients never book. You got the revenue but missed creating a potential regular guest.
Seasonal Demand Fluctuations
Valentine's week is fully booked, summer is slow. You need proactive seasonal campaigns but lack time to plan and execute them.
Upselling Packages Is Manual & Inconsistent
A guest comes for a single massage. You could upsell them to a package or add-on scrub. But front desk forgets or feels awkward asking every time.
Solutions
10 Ways WhatsApp Automation Grows Your Spa Business
Fill empty slots, retain members, and maximize therapist utilization
1
Service Inquiry Auto-Response
RuleStarter
When someone messages, instantly send your spa menu with massage types, prices, and durations. No waiting for reception to respond.
TRIGGER: Any new message
ACTION: Send spa menu with prices and durations
THEN: Tag contact as "Inquiry"
THEN: Notify front desk for follow-up
How it works: Instant response captures guests while they're browsing. They see full menu with prices immediately, no back-and-forth. Front desk gets notified to jump in and help with booking once interest is clear.
Workflow tip: Include your Google Maps link and parking info in the welcome message to remove friction from first visit.
2
Appointment Reminder System
JourneyStarter
Reduce no-shows by 70% with 24-hour and 2-hour reminders. Include pre-visit instructions to ensure guests arrive prepared.
Hi Fatima! ๐ธ
Your spa appointment is tomorrow at 3:00 PM.
๐ Service: Deep Tissue Massage (60 min)
๐ Serenity Spa, 2nd Floor, Westfield Cairo
BEFORE YOUR VISIT:
โ Arrive 15 mins early for intake
โ Avoid heavy meals 2 hours before
โ Shower available at spa
โ We provide robes, slippers, towels
We're preparing a relaxing experience for you! ๐
CONFIRM
Perfect! See you tomorrow at 3 PM ๐โโ๏ธ
[2 hours before appointment]
Hi Fatima, gentle reminder! โฐ
Your Deep Tissue Massage is today at 3:00 PM.
Remember to arrive 15 mins early.
Looking forward to seeing you! ๐ฟ
24h & 2h before
JOURNEY: Appointment Reminders
TRIGGER: Tag "appointment-booked" added
DAY -1 (24h before): Send appointment reminder + pre-visit tips
WAIT FOR: "CONFIRM" or "RESCHEDULE" reply
HOUR -2 (2h before): Final gentle reminder
EXIT: When appointment completed
How it works: The 24-hour reminder gives them time to reschedule (you can fill the slot). Asking for confirmation creates commitment. The 2-hour reminder catches forgetful guests. Pre-visit tips ensure they arrive prepared (no heavy meals, know what to expect).
Workflow tip: If they reply "RESCHEDULE", trigger a Journey that offers alternative times and handles rebooking automatically.
3
Post-Service Follow-up
SequenceStarter
Thank guests the same evening, collect feedback, and request reviews from happy customers. This is where relationships are built.
[Same evening after visit]
Hi Fatima! ๐ฟ
Thank you for visiting Serenity Spa today!
We hope you're feeling relaxed and refreshed ๐
Quick feedback - how was your Deep Tissue Massage?
โฐ Rate Your Experience
โญโญโญโญโญ Excellent
โญโญโญโญ Good
โญโญโญ Average
โญโญ Needs improvement
โญโญโญโญโญ
[Day 3 for 4-5 star ratings]
So glad you loved your experience! ๐ธ
Would you mind sharing your experience on Google? It helps other guests discover us!
๐ [Google Review Link]
As a thank you, enjoy 10% off your next visit!
Use code: THANKYOU10
Valid for 30 days ๐
Same evening + Day 3
SEQUENCE: Post-Visit Follow-up
TRIGGER: Tag "visit-completed" added
DAY 0 (same evening): Thank you + feedback request
IF 4-5 stars: DAY 3: Google review request + 10% discount
IF 1-3 stars: DAY 1: Personal apology + offer to fix issue
ALL: DAY 7: Suggest rebooking in 2-3 weeks
How it works: Immediate feedback captures fresh memory. Happy guests (4-5 stars) get review request with incentive. Unhappy guests get personal attention before they post negative reviews. Everyone gets reminded to rebook. This converts one-time visits into regular guests.
Workflow tip: Track star ratings in contact attributes. After 3 five-star visits, they're prime candidates for membership pitch.
4
Monthly Wellness Reminder
CampaignPro $99
When 30 days pass since a guest's last visit, remind them it's time for another session. Simple, effective, drives rebookings.
Hi Fatima! ๐ฟ
It's been 30 days since your last massage at Serenity Spa.
Your body probably needs another relaxation session! ๐โโ๏ธ
AVAILABLE THIS WEEK:
โข Tuesday 3 PM - Swedish Relaxation
โข Thursday 2 PM - Deep Tissue
โข Saturday 11 AM - Aromatherapy
โฐ Book a Slot
๐ Tuesday 3 PM - Swedish
๐ Thursday 2 PM - Deep Tissue
๐ Saturday 11 AM - Aromatherapy
Looking forward to seeing you again! ๐
30 days after last visit
CAMPAIGN: 30-Day Wellness Reminder
TARGET: Contacts with last visit 30+ days ago
AND not members (members have separate flow)
MESSAGE: Gentle reminder + convenient booking options
TIMING: Send at 10 AM on Monday (planning their week)
FOLLOW-UP: If no response in 7 days, send flash deal
How it works: Most spa guests benefit from monthly massages but forget to book. This reminder catches them at the right time. Offering specific available slots reduces friction. Non-responders get a flash deal to overcome price objection.
Workflow tip: Personalize based on their preferred service type. If they always book Deep Tissue, highlight that specifically.
5
Membership Benefits Updates
JourneyPro $99
Keep members engaged with monthly updates on points balance, expiring sessions, and renewal reminders. Prevent membership lapses.
Hi Fatima! ๐ธ
Your Serenity Spa membership update for November:
MEMBERSHIP STATUS
โ Plan: Gold (6 months)
โ Valid until: Jan 15, 2025
SESSIONS REMAINING
โข 3 out of 8 sessions unused
โข Value remaining: ยฃ600
REMINDER
โ ๏ธ 2 sessions expire on Dec 31
Book now to use them!
Thank you for being a valued member! ๐
1st of each month
JOURNEY: Member Engagement
TRIGGER: Contact tagged "member"
MONTHLY (1st): Send usage summary + sessions remaining
DAY 30 BEFORE EXPIRY: Renewal reminder + early bird offer
IF sessions expiring soon: Send urgent reminder
ON BIRTHDAY: Special member birthday gift
AFTER 3 MONTHS NO VISIT: Check-in + re-engagement offer
How it works: Members who see their remaining balance feel motivated to use it. Expiring session alerts create urgency. Regular communication keeps you top-of-mind. Early renewal reminders prevent lapses. Result: Higher retention, better utilization.
Workflow tip: Offer early renewal bonus (2 free sessions) for members who renew 30 days before expiry. Locks in revenue early.
6
Gift Voucher Tracking
RulePro $99
When gift vouchers are purchased, automatically message recipient. Send redemption reminders before expiry to ensure usage.
[Immediately when voucher purchased]
Hi Nour! ๐
You've received a spa gift from Omar!
GIFT VOUCHER DETAILS
โข Value: Eยฃ6,000
โข Valid for: Any service
โข Expires: Mar 15, 2025
You deserve some pampering! ๐โโ๏ธ
Ready to relax? Just reply "BOOK" and we'll help you schedule!
๐ Serenity Spa, Maadi
โฐ 10 AM - 9 PM (All days)
[30 days before expiry]
Hi Nour! ๐ธ
Just a reminder - your spa gift voucher (Eยฃ6,000) expires on Mar 15!
Don't let this relaxation go to waste! ๐
Looking forward to welcoming you! ๐
Immediate + 30d before expiry
TRIGGER: Staff adds tag "gift-voucher-recipient"
ACTION 1: Send welcome message to recipient
ACTION 2: Set reminder for 30 days before expiry
ACTION 3: Set reminder for 7 days before expiry
ON BOOKING: Tag "gift-redeemed" and exit sequence
TRACK: Redemption rate to optimize expiry periods
How it works: Gift recipients often forget or procrastinate. Immediate welcome message plus expiry reminders dramatically increase redemption. Every redeemed voucher is a chance to create a new regular guest. Add them to normal follow-up flows after first visit.
Workflow tip: When gift recipients book, assign them your best therapist. First impression determines if they become regulars.
7
Birthday Special Offer
JourneyPro $99
Make guests feel special on their birthday with complimentary upgrades or exclusive discounts. Highest-converting campaign type.
Hi Fatima! ๐
Your birthday is coming up on Nov 25!
We'd love to make it special with a BIRTHDAY SPA TREAT:
๐ FREE upgrade to 90-min on any 60-min massage
๐ Complimentary aromatherapy add-on
๐ Birthday surprise gift waiting for you!
VALID: Nov 18-30 (7 days before/after)
You deserve to be pampered on your special day! ๐
Happy Birthday in advance! ๐
7 days before birthday
JOURNEY: Birthday Campaign
TRIGGER: Birthday date attribute (7 days before)
DAY -7: Send birthday offer message
IF reply "BIRTHDAY": Help with booking
IF no response: DAY -2: Gentle reminder
ON BIRTHDAY: Send birthday wishes
DAY +3: Last chance reminder (offer expires soon)
TRACK: Birthday offer conversion rate
How it works: Birthday offers have extremely high conversion - people treat themselves. Sending 7 days early gives time to plan. The "surprise gift" creates curiosity. Upgrades feel generous but cost you little (same therapist time, slightly more product). Result: Bookings + goodwill.
Workflow tip: Collect birthdays during checkout or in post-visit feedback form. Build this database gradually.
8
Seasonal Wellness Campaign
CampaignPro $99
Run seasonal promotions - monsoon therapy packages, winter warmth treatments, summer cooling sessions. Align with natural demand cycles.
MONSOON WELLNESS SPECIAL ๐ง๏ธ
Hi Fatima!
Beat the monsoon blues with our special therapy packages:
RAINY DAY RELAXATION
โข Hot Stone Massage (90 min) - ยฃ130
โข Warm aromatherapy included
โข Perfect for aching joints & cold weather
WINTER DETOX PACKAGE
โข Body Scrub + Wrap (90 min) - ยฃ110
โข Steam & Shower - ยฃ140
โข Flush out toxins from winter weather
SPECIAL OFFER: 20% OFF
Valid: June 1-30 only!
Stay relaxed this rainy season! ๐ฟ
Seasonal campaign
CAMPAIGN CALENDAR:
JUNE-AUGUST: Monsoon therapy (hot stone, detox)
SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER: Festival prep packages
DECEMBER-JANUARY: Winter warmth treatments
FEBRUARY: Valentine's couple spa
MARCH-MAY: Summer cooling sessions
TARGET: Previous guests + members
TIMING: Send 2 weeks before season starts
FOLLOW-UP: Non-responders get flash deal week 2
How it works: Seasonal campaigns align with natural needs. Monsoon = joint pain + humidity, winter = dry skin + warmth needed. Position treatments as solutions to seasonal problems. Pre-planned campaigns ensure you're proactive, not reactive. Limited-time offers create urgency.
Workflow tip: Create 4-6 seasonal campaigns annually. Reuse templates each year, just update dates and tweak offers based on previous performance.
9
Corporate Wellness Program
JourneyBusiness
Reach out to nearby offices with bulk booking packages. Employee wellness programs = stable weekday bookings in empty slots.
Hi {{HR_Name}}!
Looking to reward your team or boost employee wellness?
CORPORATE WELLNESS PROGRAM
OFFICE CHAIR RELIEF PACKAGE
โข 30-min Express Massage - ยฃ50/person
โข For teams of 10+ employees
โข We can come to your office OR they visit us
โข Flexible scheduling (weekday afternoons)
TEAM CELEBRATION PACKAGE
โข 60-min Full Body Massage - ยฃ75/person
โข For teams of 5+
โข Perfect for team outings, rewards
BENEFITS FOR YOUR COMPANY
โ Reduced stress & improved productivity
โ Employee appreciation & retention
โ VAT invoice provided
โ Flexible payment terms
๐ Serenity Spa, Maadi
B2B outreach
JOURNEY: Corporate Outreach
TRIGGER: Manually add tag "corporate-prospect"
DAY 0: Send corporate wellness package
DAY 3: If no response, send case study/testimonial
DAY 7: Offer free demo (1 complimentary session)
IF interested: Schedule meeting
POST-MEETING: Send proposal
TRACK: Close rate and average deal size
How it works: Corporate packages fill empty weekday slots at lower margins but guaranteed volume. HR managers love employee wellness perks. Start with nearby offices (walking distance). Offer both on-site (chair massage) and at-spa options. Result: Stable recurring business.
Workflow tip: Target companies with 50-200 employees. Too small = not worth it, too large = long sales cycles. Quarterly packages work best.
10
VIP Member Recognition
RuleBusiness
After 10+ visits, automatically recognize guests as VIPs with permanent perks. Makes them feel valued, dramatically improves retention.
๐ CONGRATULATIONS PRIYA! ๐
You've just completed your 10th visit to Serenity Spa!
You're now a VIP MEMBER with permanent benefits:
VIP PERKS (LIFETIME)
โ 15% discount on all services
โ Priority booking
โ Complimentary aromatherapy upgrade
โ Birthday month: Extra special gift
โ Early access to new services
โ Dedicated VIP manager
Thank you for being such a loyal guest! ๐
Your VIP status is permanent - no expiry, no renewal needed!
We're honored to serve you! ๐
After 10th visit
TRIGGER: When visit count reaches 10
ACTION: Send VIP recognition message
THEN: Add tag "VIP" permanently
THEN: Apply 15% discount to all future bookings
THEN: Assign dedicated manager/therapist
ONGOING: VIP-only flash deals
ONGOING: First access to new treatments
TRACK: VIP retention vs non-VIP retention
How it works: Recognition at 10 visits catches guests who are already loyal and makes them feel exceptional. Permanent benefits (not expiring memberships) create true loyalty. 15% discount is less than membership discount but permanent. VIPs become advocates who refer friends. Result: Highest lifetime value customers.
Workflow tip: Track visit count automatically. After VIP status, send quarterly "appreciation" messages with exclusive offers to maintain engagement.
CRM
Your pipeline, pre-configured
Track every guest journey from first inquiry to loyal member. See at a glance who needs follow-up and who's ready to convert.
Inquiry
Guest messages
Consultation
Service discussed
Booked
Appointment set
Service
In spa
Follow-up
Feedback collected
Member
Converted
CRM Lite add-on: +$10/mo on Pro plan, included in Business