The holistic approach to good health doesn’t begin and end with our own bodies. The world we live in needs the same care and attention, from natural resources to the living and working conditions of the communities we share.

That’s why a vital aspect of Chiva-Som’s philosophy since opening in 1995 has been a commitment to social responsibility. This approach is fostered both through our daily business practices to reduce the environmental impact of our operations, and the personal direct action of staff members, who participate in volunteer work to improve life in the Hua Hin area.

Chiva-Som has an Education and Awareness Programme, in which staff teach the importance of a health-conscious life to students in local schools. Our fitness trainers, physiotherapists, medical staff and kitchen personnel all help future generations develop an understanding of issues such as physical exercise, aerobic dance, good nutrition and personal hygiene.

Our social welfare programme helps local communities through donations of food staples, cleaning products, toys, shoes, school lunches and clothing. In order to monitor our efforts to help protect the environment, Chiva-Som participates in the prestigious Green Globe certification, which not only recognises our commitment to operating at the world’s highest environmental standard, it also ensures we never let those standards slip.

Practices introduced at the resort cover energy efficiency and conservation; waste water treatment and reuse; environment-friendly product use; fresh water conservation; waste minimisation and recycling.

We also grow many organic fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers, and buy locally produced products wherever possible to help boost the home economy and reduce carbon emissions from long-distance transportation.

In addition, Chiva-Som has a community development organisation, the Preserve Hua Hin Group, which collaborates with the municipality, local businesses, hoteliers and townspeople to organise and sponsor events such as outdoor concerts, marathons, and reforestation projects to foster social welfare and community improvement.

All these measures reflect our philosophy and long term commitment to the health and wellbeing of the world family to which we all belong. More details are available at Chiva-Som Environmental & Social Sustainability site.