Hot Tubs, Swim Spas, Service, and Maintenance

What Is a Swim Spa? Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

By , December 9, 2021

Is your family looking for a great way to spend quality as well as healing time together?

Would you like to swim or do water exercises in the privacy of your own back yard?
What about boosting your overall health and well-being?
How about a peaceful way to wind down and relax?
These are just a few advantages that a swim spa can offer.

There are many options available to improve your swim spa experience. Choose from features such as:

  • Jets and customized massage options for various parts of your body (such as feet, lower back, and upper back)
  • Water features such as waterfalls to improve the ambiance
  • Advanced technology, such as stereo/music systems and Wi-Fi controls
  • Lighting packages to improve the mood and add more light at night

A Swim Spa Offers Many Benefits

Versatility

When you buy a swim spa, you get more than just a spa. While you can use it as a spa, you can also lower the temperature and use it as a pool for exercise. Plus, swim spas offer many options. You can add lighting and technology to make your swim spa a fun place for entertaining. 

If you prefer to use your swim spa more for therapeutic purposes the hot tub jets offer full-body relief. You have many options to make your swim spa a personalized space you can call your own. 

Year-Round Use

You can use a swim spa year-round. It’s easy to adjust the water temperature, so whether you want to swim in warmer water in the spring or fall, or enjoy the therapy of the spa’s jets all year long, you can easily do so. You don’t have to sit around and wait for the right weather to use your swim spa. You can use it in May, December, or any time in between.

Size

Swim spas come in various sizes. You can get them as small as 12 feet long by approximately 8 feet wide. You can get something even larger, at 18 or 19 feet long. And, the largest swim spas are up to 23 feet long and can come with all the bells and whistles imaginable. Many of these even have dedicated hot tubs that are separate from the main pool. 

Owning a swim spa will help you achieve your dream of swimming in the comfort of your own home or yard.

What Is a Swim Spa & Hot Tub Combo?

Swim spas can come with a hot tub combo so you can enjoy exercise and relaxation without having to adjust the temperature. Also known as dual-zone swim spas, these combos have two separate areas of water. The temperature of the swimming area can be set in the 70s, while the spa area can be set to 104 degrees. The built-in divider keeps the areas separate and allows multiple people to enjoy the unit at the same time. 

Which Swim Spa Is Right for You?

Now that you know what a swim spa is, you may be considering a purchase. There are many options when it comes to swim spas. You may be overwhelmed by the choices, so here are some things to consider when choosing the right swim spa for your family’s needs.

  • Family size: Swim spas come in various sizes, so choose one that will adequately fit your family. Is it just you and your spouse, or do you have kids? Your family size will ultimately determine the right swim spa size. 
  • Space limitations. The amount of space in your backyard will also determine the size of the swim spa you should get. If your backyard is small, then the largest size would probably be too big. You may want to opt for a small or medium-size swim spa.
  • Use: How do you plan to use your swim spa? Will it be primarily for fun and relaxation? If you want to use it for health and fitness purposes, you will want an exercise swim spa.
  • Budget: How much are you willing to spend? While the average swim spa costs around $25,000, you can get them for less or a lot more. Smaller ones with fewer features will cost less, so do you want something basic, or do you want to invest in all the bells and whistles?

Come into our showroom and see what we have to offer as well as what we have in stock!

Citations: Bullfrogspas.com