Welcome to Stretchlab Bend

Danielle has been a licensed massage therapist for 20 years. She is a multifaceted professional with many skills specializing in Thai massage and focusing primarily on the importance of stretching. In addition, She enjoys educating her clients with tips and techniques to feel their very best wherever they are. Danielle is very excited to be a part of StretchLab to bring flexibility and mobility to our community. Danielle's Background: Thai Massage, Kinetic Bodywork. Danielle's Certifications/Degrees: Licensed in Thai Massage. Send Danielle a Tip on Venmo: @Danielle-Bristow-6.

Elise is a yoga teacher, functional fitness and corrective exercise personal trainer, as well as an avid dancer and outdoor sports lover. She has also enjoyed coaching runners and has run many marathons herself. After experiencing a rare type of disc hernia, she became more passionate than ever about teaching the importance of mobility balanced with strength. Her passion is helping people feel amazing in their bodies, and able to do all the activities that they love while feeling strong and confident. Her approach comes from an understanding of how our bodies are beautiful reflections of our strengths, weaknesses, deeply held emotions and our lifelong journey.

Meg is a licensed Massage Therapist since 2009 and a registered 500-Hour Yoga Teacher. When it comes to stretching, Meg helps individuals find their guidance to grow internally and to heal the body through deep inner breath work. She shows how functioning with the mind and body together can help educate, inspire, and develop discipline throughout one's life. Meg graduated from Oregon State with a Bachelor’s in English and a minor in Writing. When Meg is not at StretchLab, she is enjoying her time outdoors and traveling with her partner. Meg's Background: Mind-Muscle Connection, Breathwork, Lumbopelvic Hip Complex, Thai Yoga, Trauma Healing, Meditation, Pranayama. Meg's Degrees/Certifications: 500hr Yoga Teacher Training, Massage Certification - Miller Motte College. Send Meg a Tip on Venmo: @FiggyTree.

Carly was born and raised in Bend and enjoys everything that our beautiful community has to offer. She is a CrossFit and USA Weightlifting coach. Her love for fitness and movement started when she was a young gymnast. After a brain surgery and medical discharge from the Navy, all she wanted to do was get back to the gym for her physical and mental health. She found the sport of Olympic weightlifting in Georgia and shortly after started competing nationally. Stretching had been very important for her because it allowed her to recover and live life in a body without restrictions. On the bench, she shares her passion and knowledge for mobility and functional movement with clients. Carly's Background: Gymnastics, Olympic Weightlifting, CrossFit. Carly's Certifications: CrossFit Level 1. USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach. Send Carly a Tip on Venmo: @Carly-Audia-1.

Karina was born and raised in central California, but has always dreamed of moving to Oregon. She obtained a bachelors in Kinesiology from California State University Bakersfield. After receiving her bachelor's degree, she attended Healing Hands in San Diego to receive her certificate in massage therapy. After working in a chiropractic office, she developed a deeper understanding and appreciation for the movement of the human anatomy and how to apply techniques in order to maximum movement throughout daily life. In her spare time, she enjoys swimming, snowboarding, and participating in triathlons. She is excited to be continuing her passion for health and fitness at StretchLab! Karina's Background: Sports Recovery, Competitive Swimming & Swim Coaching, Deep Tissue Massage & Sports Massage. Karina's Degrees/Certifications: Bachelor’s of Science (Kinesiology - Concentration in Allied Health) from CSU Bakersfield. Massage Certification - Healing Hands Massage School. Send Karina a Tip on Venmo: @Karina-Scandura

Taelor is a mom of two girls who comes from a background in personal training and nutrition. Having spent 4 years as a varsity athlete in high school, 2 years playing basketball at the junior college level and 3 years as a bikini bodybuilding competitor, her focus is on balanced wellness and functional fitness. In her spare time, Taelor contributes a lot of assistance to local mutual aid groups, specifically working to find a solution for hunger/food access in the community. As a (nearly) lifelong Bendite, Taelor is privy to the active lifestyle many members enjoy outside of their 9 to 5 and strives to incorporate the laidback Bend attitude in all that she does. Current clients will be familiar with Taelor, as she has spent the last few months greeting you all at the front desk, and is looking forward to working with everyone as she opens up her schedule for the bench! Taelor's Background: Plant Medicine, Bodybuilding, Basketball. Taelor's Certifications/Degrees: Bachelor’s of Science (Nutrition - Concentration in Sports Nutrition) from ASU. Certified Phlebotomist - NPCT. Certified Personal Trainer - ISSA. Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach - ISSA. Certified Bodybuilding Coach - ISSA. Certified Nutrition Coach - ISSA. Send Taelor a Tip on Venmo: @taelorjae.

Lexi recently graduated from OSU Cascades last year with a degree in Kinesiology and she is very interested in working with the body. She has a huge passion for helping others live their life to the fullest! She is also a recent certified personal trainer. In her free time, she loves hiking, paddle boarding and skiing! Lexi's Background: Sports Medicine, Biomechanics, Strength Training. Lexi's Degrees/Certifications: Bachelor’s of Science (Kinesiology & Biomechanics) from Oregon State University. Personal Training Certification - NASM. Nutrition Coach Certification - NASM. Send Lexi a Tip on Venmo: @Alexis-Hoffart

Mel hails from the PNW and grew up in a house filled with athletics, sports, and recreation. She began ballet at 6 years old and went professional at age 15. Became a Certified Personal Trainer at age 18 to help other athletes be more versatile. She received a BFA from Cornish College of the Arts, and an MA in Dance Pedagogy from Middlesex University in 2010. When Mel returned from dancing overseas, she switched gears and started working in Physical Therapy. Working directly with patients further ignited her passion for the body, health, and overall wellness. Seeing how much she could help others improve their quality of life spurred her on to earn an MS in Kinesiology & Exercise Science from Concordia University. Mel also holds certifications in, Health & Wellness Coaching, Mindfulness, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Guided Meditation & Visualization, and nutrition consulting. Her unique blend of advanced knowledge and practical skills has created over 20 years of valuable experience in overall wellness. Mel’s mission is to creatively share her knowledge, and skills to joyfully empower people to make positive changes in their health and well-being. Aiming to help all humans live their best, and healthiest life possible! Mel's Background: Professional Dance, Individual Wellness, Health Education, Body Mechanics, Physical Therapy Assisting. Mel's Certifications/Degrees: BFA - Dance & Kinesiology. MA - Dance Pedagogy. MS - Kinesiology & Exercise Science. Stott Pilates. 200hr Yoga Teacher Training. Ayurveda Nutrition Certification. Arthritis Foundation - AFAP. Group Exercise Coach - ACE. Certified Personal Trainer - NASM. Corrective Exercise Coach - NASM. Send Mel a Tip on Venmo: @mellness.

Rahul was born and adopted from India! Has been in Oregon for over 20 years. Grew up playing soccer and other sports but continued with soccer and still playing currently. Rahul is an avid gym goer, doing HITT classes, weight training, CrossFit, and Olympic lifting. Has a passion for helping people and working with all different types of people through caregiving, group fitness instruction, personal training, and working with Physical Therapist at various PT clinics. He is currently enrolled at Oregon State University Cascadia, pursuing his degree in Kinesiology and eventually going to graduate school for Physical Therapy. Rahul's Background: Personal Training, Group Fitness. Rahul's Certifications/Degrees: currently studying Bachelor’s of Science (Kinesiology - Concentration in Physical Therapy) from Oregon State University. Certified Personal Trainer - ISSA. Send Rahul a Tip on Venmo: @rahgates.

Isata has spent the past 20+ years in Central Oregon. She graduated from Sage School of Massage in 2017 and has been practicing massage and bodywork for the past 8 years. Isata is also certified in Craniosacral Therapy, and as a Yoga Instructor! Isata has a passion for helping people stay healthy and fit. In her downtime, she enjoys further educating herself to improve her skills and being out in nature, hiking, fishing, camping and spending time with her family. Isata's Background: Massage Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki. Isata's Degrees/Certifications: Massage Certification - Sage School of Massage. 200hr Yoga Teacher Training. Send Isata a Tip on Venmo: @Isata-McNall94

Cassidy boasts a diverse background in yoga, dance, and massage therapy. With a 200 hour yoga teacher certification acquired from expert instructors from India in Chiang Mai, Thailand. She excels in the style of Hatha while possessing extensive knowledge in Ashatnga, Vinyasa, and Yin. Complementing her yoga skills, Cassidy holds a level 1 Reiki certification and seamlessly integrates healing intentions into all her bodywork. Currently enrolled in the massage therapy program at COCC, she continues to expand her expertise. Cassidy is eager to facilitate a sense of healing, spaciousness and promote a pain-free body in her work with you. Cassidy's Background: Yoga: Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga & Yin, Reiki, Massage Therapy. Cassidy's Certifications/Degrees: 200hr Yoga Teacher Training. Reiki Certification (Level 1). Currently studying for Massage Therapy certification from Central Oregon Community College. Send Cassidy a Tip on Venmo: @cassidymichala.

Chi is from Utah, and grew up playing sports since the age of 6. He competed in soccer, basketball and track & field. Chi has a great love for competition and self improvement, always striving to push the limits in ways the body can improve. Chi is an avid gym goer, rock climber and also enjoys snowboarding! He recently earned his Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology from Utah State University and plans to further his education with Physical Therapy School. Chi's Background: Competitive Sports - Soccer, Basketball, Track & Field, Pre-Physical Therapy, Sports Coaching. Chi's Degrees/Certifications: Certifications/Degrees: Bachelor’s of Science (Kinesiology - Concentration in Physical Therapy) from Utah State University. Send Chi a Tip on Venmo: @Chi-Lewis-3

Grant is from Wyomissing, Pennsylvania and has a passion for health, nutrition, and overall well-being. Grant was inspired to pursue his path in the wellness industry from his time playing soccer, which included a good amount of time recovering from sports related injuries. Outside of work, Grant's interests include farming, Aikido and loving on his black lab Obi! Grant's Background: Nutrition, Mind-Body Connection, Aikido, Reiki, Personal Training, Yoga. Grant's Certifications: 200hr YTT, Personal Training - NASM. Send Grant a Tip on Venmo: @Grant-Davis-7