OUR TEAM
Paradise Park Day Spa — Where inner and outer beauty connect. Nestled in the lush beauty of Keaʻau, Paradise Park Day Spa is an off-grid, open-air sanctuary offering a truly Hawaiian wellness experience. Our skilled team of massage therapists, healers, estheticians, hair stylists, and nail artists is dedicated to supporting your personal wellness journey. Whether you’re seeking a quick refresh or a full day of restorative pampering, we invite you to relax, reconnect, and rejuvenate— inside and out.
Dana Becker
Dana is a gifted and deeply experienced esthetician with 25 years in the skincare industry, where her passion for holistic wellness shines through every service she provides. Dedicated to supporting healthy skin and proper circulation, she specializes in facial massage and lymphatic drainage techniques, and is highly skilled in hair removal with many years of professional waxing experience. When she’s not in the treatment room, Dana enjoys hot yoga, and spending time by the ocean. Dana is driven by her passion in helping people feel good from the inside out.
William .
William has lived in Hawaiian Paradise Park over 18 years and is honored to support the well-being of our community. Whether you seek deep relaxation or deep tissue, William combines several massage techniques in each session according to your unique physique, to reconnect your body with its center.
Sherri White LeCornu
Sherri is an experienced healer with expertise in various massage therapies. Specializing in cranial sacral therapy, she delivers targeted and effective treatments tailored to each client's needs. Sherri provides insurance-covered services, ensuring clients receive essential care. Additionally, she guides individuals on a transformative journey through quantum hypnotherapy, facilitating profound personal growth. Driven by a passion for holistic healing, Sherri is dedicated to supporting and empowering each client on their wellness journey.
Banka Schneider
Banka has spent much of her life as a seeker, student, and spiritual practitioner. Banka lived at Tassajara Monastery and Green Dragon Temple where she practiced a strict discipline of Zen Buddhist meditation, chanting, and silence. In 1994 Banka received ordination from her teacher Reb Anderson. She received ordination from Thich Nhat Hanh in 1995. Banka had the great fortune to go on pilgrimage and study with HH the Dalai Lama, receiving White Tara Empowerment in 1997. Since that time Banka has studied yoga intently, receiving many certifications along the way and bringing a wealth of experience. In 2003 Banka completed Hatha yoga teacher training at Kalani. Her second YTT in the Sivananda method, her third YTT in Jivamukti Yoga and her fourth YTT in Kundalini Yoga. Banka is certified in the Kushi Macrobiotic Healing Lifestyle and in the Ann Wigmore Institute Living Foods Lifestyle. Banka has also spent long periods of her life devoted to direct action campaigns to liberate animals, defend forests and indigenous rights. Banka continued her healing journey by becoming a licensed massage therapist in 2015. She has years of experience working in a doctors office and treating people that have been in car accidents and injuries on the job, as well as people that need to destress, relax, heal and connect the breath to the body. Banka offers her deep gratitude to the Earth, animals, trees and ancestors.
Lacy Buynak
Lacy, Spa Owner, is one of our expert stylists, and a curly hair connoisseur. Her consultations are both educational and deeply attentive, ensuring you feel truly heard and understood. Lacy brings years of skill, creativity, and expertise to every appointment. From tailored haircolor services to precision cuts, every hair transformation is thoughtfully customized to enhance your natural beauty. Her talent, care, and artistry make every visit a rejuvenating experience in our serene, open-air spa setting.
Andrea Olivia
Andrea is one of our talented and experienced hairstylists. As a color educator, Andrea specializes in creating stunning color transformations — from soft, natural tones to bold, vibrant hues. She’s also passionate about haircuts, curls, and texture, bringing out the best in every strand. If you’re preparing for a photoshoot, wedding, or special event, Andrea’s elegant updo styles are sure to make you feel radiant and confident.
Jacquelyn Taylor
Meet our manager, Jacquelyn Taylor. With two decades of experience as a licensed cosmetologist, Jacquelyn takes great pleasure in helping her guests express their individuality through customized, hand-painted nail art. Her focus on natural nail care ensures that guests not only look great but also feel relaxed in the spa's tranquil, jungle environment. Jacquelyn also provides haircuts and styling for all ages and genders, with a special affinity for working with children, drawing on her background in child development education. Her patience, care, and enthusiasm create a welcoming atmosphere for all family members, making each visit a delightful mini getaway. Jacquelyn is available for haircuts on Thursday afternoons and Saturdays only.