what is waterstruck?
Waterstruck is community-based wellness spa offering a traditional nordic spa circuit and experiences that reflect a love of nature and the transformative power of wellness.
Our vision is to create welcoming spaces for everyone that foster self-care, deepen connection to nature, and cultivate connections within our community, so that we can lead healthier, more peaceful and joyful lives.
where we are
newcastle, maine
We are an hour’s drive from Portland, 40 minutes from Augusta, and accessible to all in the Midcoast. Waterstruck is situated on River Road abutting the Damariscotta River, renowned for its oysters and stunning natural landscapes. During the late 1800s, this river also played a pivotal role in the local brick-making industry, adding a rich historical dimension to the area.
Waterstruck brick, a brick variety that originated on the shores of the Damariscotta, reflects the handmade craftsmanship of its time. The over-kilned brick from that era still adorns our shores today, with reclaimed brick finding new life around waterstruck.
who we are
Hi! We’re ashley & Kyle — two humans with a deep love for Maine (especially in the winter!), our community, our natural places - and finding warmth in it all.
After many years in behind-computer careers, we both encountered issues that so many of us are currently experiencing - burnout and work related stressors. It was during this time that we began delving into the realm of hydro and sauna therapies, seeking solace and rejuvenation in these practices. Our experiences led us to creating regular personal rituals around sauna through building a sauna at our previous home and sharing it with our friends and family.
From this, Waterstruck was born with the aim of crafting a community space centered on hydrotherapy and wellness practices rooted in nature and tradition. to this space, we bring experiences managing operations in wellness spaces (Kyle), product and experience design to benefit communities and the world (Ashley) as well as Nature-based Mindfulness & Meditation through Kripalu’s school of Mindful Outdoor Leadership (Ashley). We are constantly learning and growing as business owners, guides in sauna, hydrotherapy and the natural world.
When we are not busy at Waterstruck, we find great joy in kayaking the waters of the Damariscotta, soaking up the outdoors with our dogs by our side, and delving deeper into hobbies rooted in the land.
the spa dogs & ducks
Juniper, Willow
& Earl’s Girls
We love dogs, but please let us know if you do not or are allergic! We can keep our spa greeters out of the spa for your session.
Please, do not bring your own dogs out of your car at Waterstruck. Our dogs are greeters, but are also working dogs protecting our ducks. There are ample public walking spaces within a mile of waterstruck, Dodge point and Baker Forest are our personal favorites! Please use these before or after your session if you need to walk your dog and refrain from walking your dog at Waterstruck.