Our Story

Built on Vancouver Island, for the long view.

Vasto Wellness is the first facility of its scale on the island that brings the European thermal cycle tradition to a Pacific Northwest sanctuary.

Vancouver Island coastline

A new wellness landscape

The wellness movement is no longer a trend, yet on Vancouver Island the options for true thermal cycle hydrotherapy have remained small, scattered, and often inaccessible.

Vasto offers a comprehensive thermal spa that pairs cutting-edge hydrotherapy with the natural beauty of British Columbia, designed for everyone to be able to enjoy.

Vasto offers a gateway to improved health, enhanced well-being, and a renewed sense of self.

Founders

Shawn Pringle & Cynthia Smith-Pringle

A husband-and-wife duo with a combined 49 years of experience in entrepreneurship and military logistics, along with years of hands-on research at thermal spas around the world.

Shawn Pringle, co-founder

Shawn Pringle

Co-founder

Decades of entrepreneurship and operational leadership inform the business vision behind Vasto Wellness. Disciplined execution paired with a long-view of what wellness can be.

Cynthia Smith-Pringle, co-founder

Cynthia Smith-Pringle

Co-founder

A background in military logistics and supply chain brings precision to every detail of the guest experience, from water systems to the cadence of a Sunday morning.

What guides us

Four commitments.

These commitments shape every choice we make, from the water that flows through our pools to the way we greet you at the door.

Holistic wellness

Beyond pampering, Vasto offers therapies that improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and restore the nervous system.

Professionalism & excellence

Highly trained staff and consultative care guide each guest through their personal thermal journey.

Sustainability

Greywater re-use, water conservation, energy-efficient HVAC and conscious sourcing throughout the facility.

Community

We grow with our neighbours and look forward to partnering with local businesses and welcoming the wider community in.

Step into our world.

Discover the profound impact that expert care, advanced therapies, and a tranquil environment can have on your body, mind, and spirit.