Welcome to StretchLab Pavilions

Nielle has been working, and studying massage therapy and bodywork for 9 years. She's currently on a path to healing and restoring her own body through stretching, exercise, massage, and other modalities that promote homeostasis. StretchLab excited her desire to expand her own physical abilities and the opportunity to teach others to do the same is the best benefit of all as they will be learning from someone who can truly attest to the benefits of the service offered by StretchLab. In her free time, she enjoys napping, playing video games, or reading a book are just a few of the ways she likes to unwind.

Geo has his BS in Kinesiology from Sac State. He believes flexibility is the component of fitness that is the most neglected. Having a place that helps people improve their flexibility and get educated on the importance of it, is what drew Geo to StretchLab. His passion for movement made him pursue a degree in Kinesiology and become a personal trainer. With his background, StretchLab was the perfect place to be able to impact people’s lives daily through movement. In his free time, Geo likes to hike, bike, read and take naps. Geo is also challenging himself regularly by doing OCR races, along with training for a full marathon.

Josh has a BS in Exercise Physiology from Chico State and is a NASM-certified personal trainer. His personal mantra is “progress, not perfection.” Outside the studio, you can usually find Josh at the gym or spending time with family and friends. Working at StretchLab gives Josh the “opportunity to work alongside clients and assist in their growth and development to reach their personal goals.”

Joe has a background in fitness and health, holding a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and working as a physical therapy aide. In his spare time, he enjoys working out, playing video games, and engaging in soccer and basketball. He believes that stretching is crucial because it enables people to achieve things they couldn't before, and he's passionate about helping others reach their fitness goals. Additionally, his favorite video game character is Donkey Kong, particularly from "Super Mario Strikers," his favorite game.

Inessa holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Sports Medicine from Northern Michigan University, where she developed a strong foundation in health and fitness. Passionate about personal well-being, she emphasizes the importance of stretching as a way to relax and release bodily tension. Outside of her professional interests, Inessa enjoys cultivating her garden, finding joy in nurturing plants and watching them grow. She is also an avid participant in local trivia nights, where she loves challenging her knowledge and engaging with the community. A dedicated fan of the Wizarding World, Inessa dreams of visiting the actual Hogwarts castle, not the theme park version. Experiencing the magical elements, such as the moving staircases and enchanted surroundings, would be a dream come true for her, reflecting her long-time admiration for the Harry Potter series.

CJ holds a BS in Exercise Science: Clinical Rehabilitation and is a NASM-certified personal trainer. "I believe movement is medicine and am passionate about helping others improve their quality of life and reach their goals." Guided by the mindset that “God didn’t give me a timid spirit, but one that is powerful, loving, and self-controlled,” He brings purpose and positivity to every session. Outside the studio, CJ loves spending time with my family, playing basketball, hitting the gym, cutting hair, and gaming.

Jennifer's interest in fitness began as a child, watching her father lift weights at the gym. During her teenage and young adult years, she worked out regularly but didn’t realize the importance of stretching, which led to frequent injuries. Her recovery experiences in physical therapy sparked a deeper fascination with human movement and mobility. In 2020, Jennifer earned her personal training certification through NASM and continued her education through various courses. She also gained valuable experience working as a physical therapy aide. Currently, she coaches functional strength and conditioning classes, prioritizing proper form, controlled movements, and a strong foundation built on mobility. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys hiking, strength training, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Stretching has significantly improved her performance, helped prevent injuries, and relieved tension. Now, she’s passionate about helping others experience the same benefits, regardless of their lifestyle.

Wendy is a certified Flexologist with multiple specialty certifications including ISSA Personal Training and MSBC Thrive. She has over 5 years of experience in the wellness and fitness industry, specializing in mobility, corrective movement, and athletic performance. Wendy chose to work at StretchLab because "I deeply believe in helping people move and feel better in their bodies." StretchLab aligns with her passion for mobility, recovery, and functional wellness. "I love being in an environment where I can combine my skills in stretch therapy, bodywork, and athletic conditioning to help people improve their daily movement and overall quality of life." Wendy's personal mantra is "discipline is my freedom," as it means choosing to rise, grow, and take care of your body and mind no matter what life looks life. "Movement is medicine, and staying committed to showing up for yourself builds strength in every area of life." Outside of StretchLab and helping others, Wendy enjoys dancing, strength training, staying active, creating content, and spending quality time with her son. "Anything that helps me grow creatively, physically, or mentally is where I feel most fulfilled."

Sierra started her career in the fitness industry back when she was attending Marshall University. She has her BS in Biochemistry, RYT 200, and is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. Sierra has been in the industry for 9 years, and chose to work at StretchLab because she believes "the journey of wellness is lifelong, and mobility is at the very core of that." Her personal mantra is "you must choose between the pain of discipline or the pain of regret." Outside of running the studio, Sierra loves doing circus and aerial arts, playing Dungeons and Dragons, and reading.

Steven a certified personal trainer working on his Kinesiology degree at Sac State. If he could have any superpower, it would be to have a “photographic and permanent memory of any information I chose to keep!” This would help him in school and remember all the recipes to try (this guys loves to eat!). His dream job is to be a physical therapist with being a food tester for every Michelin starred restaurant a very close second! Steven loves working at StretchLab because it’s an outlet for him to learn and help people for his future career. It allows him to spread information and teach individuals about their bodies in a meaningful way where he feels like he's making a difference in the world. He also loves the interactions and relationships that he’s building. He is a competitive power lifter and food lover so he’s working out or eating in his spare time. A word of advice…do not ask him about food unless you’re prepared to drop everything and go get food!

Mariza’s background is in massage therapy with an emphasis in the advanced neuromuscular program. Her wish is to have the power of healing with a touch (which I think she may have considering her background in massage therapy). Marita thinks easing pain instantly in others, both emotionally and physically, would be incredibly rewarding! Her dream job is to work as a professional cat cuddler or something equally creative and healing to help others stay calm and relaxed. StretchLab is the place for her because it’s a unique space where she can help people feel better in their bodies and focus on wellness, improve mobility, and improve quality of life in a hands-on, supportive way. In her spare time, she loves spending time cuddling with her cat/pets, working on creative projects (organizing, decorating and crafting) and reflecting in meditation and journaling about her personal growth.

Kevin holds a BS in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Exercise Science, and a Masters in Occupational Therapy. He wanted to work at StretchLab because he believes "stretching brings forward numerous health benefits!" Kevin also wanted to enhance his knowledge and expertise for hisself and his future clients, and StretchLab cultivates the perfect environment for this. His personal mantra is "Indeed, with hardship comes ease." Outside of assisting his clients, Kevin loves exercising, spending time with his family and friends, and playing video games.