About Spa NorthWest

A little about Spa NorthWest:

Spa NorthWest (formerly Gallen Massage and Yoga) was founded in 2006 by owner and operator Kathleen Gallen. Over the years the Spa expanded their existing location adding extra treatment rooms additional to those attached to the yoga studio, and a reception in 2015 when they also added skincare treatments and retail skincare products for young, pigmented and maturing skin types. With all of these developments Kathleen felt a new name would better describe what we do; hence, the beginning of Spa Northwest. In 2017, Spa Northwest was relocated to Tanglewood Professional Park opposite Blake Hospital.

In 2022, Kathleen decided it was time to pass the torch and retire. Having many options to sell to, including corporate, she opted for another small business owner that she felt would have the heart, passion and desire to continue the business and grow it into something more. Kelly Skinner, who now owns Spa Northwest, has been a practicing and licensed Massage Therapist for over 15 years.

Since taking ownership, in late 2022, Kelly has expanded the business to now include 7 Massage Therapists and 3 Holistic Estheticians. Spa Northwest now carries and provides on 100% ORGANIC skin care from Hungary. In 2023, the difficult business decision to close down Yoga Bradenton and expand Spa Northwest was made to better serve the clients and the community.

Kelly Skinner & Family

Spa ‘NorthWest’ is an upscale boutique spa conveniently located in NorthWest Bradenton between the gulf beaches and downtown Bradenton.

Kelly Skinner first became licensed in Canada in October 2008 after completing 2200 hours of in class training. Upon completion of her schooling, she decided to train with the Canadian Sports Massage Therapy Association (CSMTA) and had hopes of working at the Olympic Games at some point in her career. However, shortly after meeting her husband, Jeff, in 2009 they became married and in 2010 welcomed their first son, Ethan, to the world. In 2012, they welcomed their second child, Colin, and leaving her family was not an option. For most of her practice years, she worked in a Chiropractic setting where she learned how to easily work with motor vehicle accident’s, medical massage along with helping people de-stress from everyday life. It has been a dream of Kelly’s to own and operate an establishment where she can work with other practitioners and provide a great service to clients seeking both therapeutic & spa services.

To learn about our other practitioners go to our staff page.

Looking for services or treatments? Use the links below to get to where you need.

Couples Massage : These are not only just for special occasions.

Pre-Natal Massage : TO help to relax, relieve some aches and help your baby.

Lymphatic Massage :  Improves immune function and encourages a faster healing process in a gentle and relaxing manner.

Facials & Body Treatments : Anti-aging, Acne, Rosacea, whatever your needs we can help.