Meet Our Team

Albert is a Licensed Massage Therapist and NASM Certified Personal Trainer, with a CrossFit Level-1 certification. A graduate of the Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences, he is dedicated to wellness and pain relief through personalized therapeutic touch. He has always had a passion for helping people to define and realize their fitness goals. Albert brings his boundless energy to all his clients. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Hiking in the mountains, meditation in the nature, and hanging out with friends.

Background: Angela is a Licensed Esthetician. She is obsessed with beauty and wellness and loves getting to combine the two to make a client’s day at Stretch*d. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Weight lifting, dancing, and spending time with animals.

Angelo is a stretch*r dedicated to helping others move and feel their best. He earned my bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from California State University, San Marcos, where he developed a deep understanding of the body and its movement. As a professional dancer, stretching has always been an essential part of his lifestyle. He is passionate about sharing that practice with others—empowering them to improve flexibility, enhance wellness, and elevate their overall quality of life. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Spending time with friends, watching movies, and dancing!

Background: Avery is an actor, dancer, and certified barre instructor, with an all around passion for fitness/wellness. Through multiple experiences with injury and physical therapy, she grew a love for moving with proper body mechanics and focusing on the importance of self-care in a wellness routine.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Long walks in the park, tap dancing, and Facetiming with her niece and nephews! 

Brittany received her Bachelor’s of Performing Arts in Dance Performance through Oklahoma City University. She is also a certified personal trainer, corrective exercise specialist, and nutrition coach through NASM. She loves helping individuals with their flexibility goals and giving them knowledge about stretching.  

Fave Way to Get Loose: Dancing or relaxing by the beach.

Background: Bruce is originally from Boston and his dance career has spanned many major US cities. Some highlights from Bruce’s past include: Cirque du Soleil, The Academy Awards, So You Think You Can Dance.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Increasing flexibility and dancing!

Carlos has his Bachelor’s in Exercise Science  

and is a certified trainer through ISMA/AAAI. He loves being active by weight training and playing basketball. He loves the process of recovery and bettering oneself and is on track to go into physical therapy

Fave Way to Get Loose: Going on runs and taking my dogs on long hikes.

Carson is a Stretch Therapist with a background in yoga and mindful movement. She has always been passionate about health, wellness, and helping people feel their strongest, most aligned selves from the inside out. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Yoga or Pilates, doing breathwork, spending time at the beach, or soaking up time with friends — She is also a big animal lover and happiest when moving, breathing, and connecting with nature, community, and loved ones.

Chad enjoys spending time outside by the ocean or in the mountains. His biggest passion is skiing but most of the year running or cycling. He’s always felt led to a career in natural healing in the health field. He believes how we can help people is our greatest asset of all. His goal is to become a physical therapist!  

Fave Way to Get Loose: Baking, watching sports, mostly football and hockey, and playing with his ragdoll cat!

Background: Corey was born in South Carolina and moved to New York to become a professional dancer. He teaches dance in upper Westchester New York and specializes in Ballet.  He loves to get down and get loose! 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Twist & Dip his dancer partner!

Daisha is a Sculpt*r focused on lifting, sculpting, and restoring the natural beauty of the face through expert facial massage. Who believes in the power of touch to support lymphatic drainage, enhance youthful radiance, and promote deep overall well-being. Her approach blends relaxation with intentional technique to help clients feel renewed, balanced, and confident in their skin. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Reading, watching documentaries or horror films, and exploring new coffee shops.

Danielle is a stretch*r and 500-hour RYT yoga, barre, and group fitness instructor with a genuine passion for health and wellness. With over 10 years of experience teaching movement and 2+ years in bodywork, she’s known for her ability to create personalized, one-on-one sessions that meet people where they are. She’s helped clients of all ages, backgrounds and lifestyles feel better in their bodies and move with more ease.  Danielle knows that wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all, but a holistic, whole-person journey. She loves sharing her knowledge, supporting others, and reminding people that even one stretch, workout, or deep breath can completely shift your day. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Hiking, weekend trips to the desert, or jumping into the ocean

With a background in marching band, and lifelong involvement in sports, they bring a strong understanding of movement to every session. They are passionate about helping people move better, feel better, and build a deeper connection with their bodies.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Being with friends, playing basketball or my French horn

Background: Donna began her career as an accountant, where she turned to yoga for work-life balance. She discovered a passion for helping people feel great through breath, movement and body work, and transitioned to health and wellness full-time. An E-RYT® certified yoga teacher, she is now a certified practitioner of the Stretch*d Method!
Fave Way to Get Loose: Mineral salt baths, laughter with great company, and getting stretch*d!

Background: Emily is a NASM certified personal trainer and a professional dancer and choreographer. She is originally from Colorado and got her Bachelor’s in Dance Performance from Oklahoma City University. She loves helping others feel better through movement.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Hanging out with friends and dancing!

Background: Emily is a dancer & musical theater performer with a passion for fitness and wellness! Originally from Boston, Emily has experience teaching dance & fitness classes for all ages. She loves assisting her clients in reaching their goals and feeling better in their bodies! 

Fav Way to Get Loose: A play session with her kittens Bilbo & Minnie!

Background: Erin has always had an inclination towards living a very active, health-conscious lifestyle, with a passion for movement. She is a professional dancer, NASM certified personal trainer, and Pilates instructor. Erin hopes to help clients not only achieve their stretching goals, but also develop a deeper appreciation for their bodies through ease of movement.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Breaking a sweat, soaking up sunshine, jamming out to music, and spending time with friends!

Evelyn moved to NY from Puerto Rico to study dance. Her love to NY and its vibrant diverse environment, made this city her home. Here is where she embraced wellness, movement, meditation and yoga. Grateful for the dance experiences and choreographies, after receiving a BA-NYU in Dance Education and Pre-Dance Therapy, and an MFA-University of Arizona, Evelyn sought to keep helping people with movement for body-mind awareness.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Going to the theater, especially to see my daughter dance, caring for my cat, Yue, laughing about my 2 parakeets antics and receiving a great Strech*d session!

Background: Jayze started his Stretch bodywork career in Hong Kong where he is also a Personal Trainer. As a Health Coach, he advocates functional mobility for healthy and optimal physical performance.
Fave Way to Get Loose: Enjoying and moving (walking) anywhere around New York City.

Licensed esthetician since 2020, I approach skincare with a gentle touch. My go to rule is to treat the face like a flower and the neck as its stem. I specialize in natural techniques that honor the skin’s rhythm and radiance. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Retail therapy, gaming, and laughter filled moments with my younger sibs.

Jordan is originally from Louisville, KY and is a certified personal trainer with a background in sports and dance. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Lifting, HIIT training and of course, stretching.

Julissa is a New York State licensed massage therapist, practicing since 2016. Prior to earning her license, she spent over a decade working in the field of physical therapy as a trainer. She also holds a degree in exercise physiology. Driven by a deep passion for understanding the human body, Julissa is committed to promoting wellness and lifelong health. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: I love having a moment to journal and read. Being outdoors and spending time with my family is a favorite as well.

Background: Kassandra is a NASM certified fitness and dance instructor. She has a great passion for movement, holding a BFA in Dance, and having performed with dance companies nationally and internationally.
Fave Way to Get Loose: Playing in the sun, hot baths, or reading a great book.

Background: Kate is a professional actor with credits ranging from theme parks to cruise lines to theaters across the country. With a BFA in Acting and professional dance and vocal study in NYC, Kate understands first hand the importance of recovery for both body and mind.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Puppetry, dance, and walking around the incredible places she gets to see on her travels!

Kylie is a professional dancer and fitness enthusiast with a strong passion for movement and wellness. Having gone through physical therapy and recovery from major injuries, she developed a deep commitment to proper body mechanics and restorative practices. She brings this perspective into her work, encouraging strength, mobility, and self-care as essential parts of a balanced wellness routine.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Dancing for fun, taking walks, and sharing a downward dog with my pup.

Liz is originally from Brooklyn, NY! She graduated from George Mason University in 2022 with a BFA in Dance— where her passion for body awareness, somatics, and injury prevention and rehabilitation began. Her hope in working with clients at Stretch*d is to share my love for movement and help further cultivate an awareness around flexibility, mobility, and alignment. She believes that being in tune with your body improves overall health and makes for more well-rounded self care!  

Fave Way to Get Loose: She’s a professional dancer and choreographer who is passionate about education and movement practices. Her hope is to continue my education around the body and mind to go into somatic healing and/or Movement and Dance Therapy!

Luke is here to help clients bring balance back to their bodies and move with freedom and confidence. He’s originally from upstate New York but has fully immersed himself in the San Diego lifestyle and is loving every minute. His work is driven by a genuine passion for supporting others on their path to healthier, more sustainable movement. 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Getting outside, practicing mindfulness and breathe work, sharing a laugh with friends/family!

Maria is originally from Petaluma, Ca. She is an avid rock climber and has been participating in this sport her whole life. She has always been interested in recovery and enjoys guiding her clients through their recovery journey.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Sport Climbing and watching soccer.

Megan is a licensed esthetician who specializes in lymphatic drainage and body sculpting. She’s all about results, making sure every client feels like they’re in the best hands. With a mix of skill, energy, and good vibes, Megan leaves clients lighter, more confident, and just a little more obsessed with their own reflection.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Spoiling my dogs, sweating it out in wellness classes, gaming on The Sims, and heading out on last minute adventures.

Michelle is passionate face sculptor dedicated to lifting, sculpting, and restoring the skin’s natural vitality through refined massage and lymphatic techniques.

Fave Way to Get Loose: She recharges with beach yoga and relaxing in the ocean waves.

Background: Nicole has her Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training & Sports Medicine. She has a passion for helping client’s reach their Stretch*d goals. Although she has a background working with collegiate athletes, she enjoys promoting self-care routines for all of her clients! 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Read a good book, go on a hike or go for a drive with a boss playlist!

Nina has been a Massage Therapist for 19 years. She is also a Licensed Esthetician. Nina enjoys helping people feel better and more relaxed! She also enjoys the company of positive and cheerful people. She has played sports since childhood, and the gym is her favorite part of the day! 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Traveling, the sea and long walks on the beach!

Background: With an academic background in health, and a patient focused experience in the physical therapy field, Patrick loves helping clients at Stretch*d reach their goals, and set new ones.
Fave Way to Get Loose: Exploring new places and meeting new people.

Background: Rashid is a Licensed Massage Therapist with a wealth of knowledge in Anatomy & Physiology, and various modalities of massage therapy. He is passionate about helping others.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Stretching and various forms of meditation

Rich is a native New Yorker (Brooklyn to be exact). He is a Personal Trainer as well as a Health and Nutrition coach.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Spinning some classic vinyl from the comfort of my easy chair.

Background: Sam is a dancer, musical theatre performer & choreographer, and an avid lover of barre and pilates. Through an injury & physical therapy, she discovered the benefits of restorative activities such as assisted stretch and enjoys seeing the results even just after one session

Fave Way to Get Loose: Taking a dance class, seeing a show or spending time with friends exploring the city

Selmira is a licensed esthetician who feels wellness should be a major part of everyone’s life. She believes that if you feel good on the inside you’ll definitely feel good on the outside.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Cooking, music and movies.

Sidney is an esthetician from OC & Hawaii. She believes that facial massage is more than a treatment to me it’s a form of healing. Through intentional touch, lifting techniques, and lymphatic drainage, she helps restore balance, release tension, and bring the skin back to its natural glow. She aligns that true beauty is created through the flow from the body, mind, and spirit in harmony.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Going on beach walks, thrifting and hanging out with friends and family.

Veronica is originally from Albuquerque, NM, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. As a professional dancer, she brings a deep understanding of movement to her work and is passionate about helping others connect health, wellness, and mobility through mindful practice.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Taking a dance class in the city and picnicking in the park.

Background: Victor holds a B.S. in Exercise Science, is a Swedish Institute graduate, NYS Licensed Massage Therapist and a certified Pilates instructor in all apparatus. Over the past 18 years he has helped people from all walks of life improve their health and physical performance.
Fave Way to Get Loose: Long distance cycling and hiking especially in the mountains of Vermont.

William has a Master’s in Exercise Physiology, with a career goal of becoming a Sports Medicine Doctor.

Fave Way to Get Loose: Walking his dog or taking her to the dog beach and enjoying some sun.

Born and raised in New York City, she knows firsthand how important it is for New Yorkers to take care of their active bodies in such a fast-paced environment. With a background in basketball, softball, and track, she brings an athletic perspective and a strong passion for health and wellness to every stretch session. Xyrus is here to help you shake off the city stress, loosen up, and keep moving strong! 

Fave Way to Get Loose: Snuggling with my dog, going camping with family, or a nice picnic in the park with friends!