Welcome to Stretchlab Newport-Mesa

My love for fitness started at an early age playing baseball, running cross country, and track. I have a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Cal State University Fullerton and I am a personal trainer and certified in massage therapy. I am committed to continued lifelong learning and growth. My favorite part of being a Flexologist is helping my clients achieve their goal and helping people discover talents they never thought were possible.

I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training from Concordia University of Irvine. I am the head coach for Cross Country and Track and Field Coach at Whittier Christian High School. Outside of StretchLab, I competed collegiately as a runner and javelin thrower. I currently train in Olympic style powerlifting.

Growing up I never realized the benefits of health and fitness until I made a lifestyle change and started training regularly in the gym. Wanting to learn more and show others the impact of just moving the body I got my personal training certificate. I love lifting weights, doing HIIT workouts and short distance running. Out of the gym I enjoy being on the beach relaxing or in the bowling alley improving my bowling game. I love being a part of Stretchlab and seeing first hand the benefits of getting stretched and knowing that the body can overcome many obstacles that we think are out of reach.

I discovered a love for movement after college and found myself immersed within the yoga community. After many years of dedicated practice, I desired to share the ability to connect with and understand the mind-body and obtained my 200 hour yoga certification at Kaya Yoga Remedy in Huntington Beach. The injuries I encountered over the years due to my hyper-mobility deepened my hunger to learn and understand more about how the body functions. Since, I’ve spent countless hours deep-diving into the studies of mobility, flexibility, movement, and strength. Becoming a Flexologist has equipped me with the tools to combine my knowledge and skills to help people not only feel better, but to also empower them to understand their own bodies on a deeper level.

I received a full scholarship to UC Irvine to play basketball and received my Bachelors in Economics. I hold certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine - N.A.S.M. and have been a Personal Trainer for over 15 years. As a Flexologist I have the opportunity to help people feel and move better. I encourage you to get started today with your flexibility program here at the Newport Mesa Stretchlab.

I have developed an obsession for optimizing athletic performance and creating a life of motion without discomfort from stretching and exercise. I am a fitness specialist with certifications from the international sports science association, I also bring my chiropractic knowledge as a corrective/rehab trainer. My passion for sports have lead me to be on the receiving end of multiple injuries and going through physical therapy for recovery has sparked my interest to the importance of preventive care and learning how to use the art of stretching for many benefits tied together with a healthy lifestyle and exercise you set yourself up with success.

Cosmo is from Upland, CA. She began her love for stretching through dance. Her passion for dance led her to study as a dance student at Cal State University, Fullerton. She danced professionally for a few years and then became a certified personal trainer in Santa Barbara, CA. Now she continues her love for movement by helping the stretching community!

Throughout Bethany’s life, she has taken fitness and physical well-being with a passion while seeking to help others navigate through personal bodily obstacles. As early as five years old, she began swimming competitively and continued on through her four years of high school on varsity. Through the continuation of swimming and weightlifting at the gym; she further developed her education and training. This drive and motivation sparked her journey of discovering the importance of healthy, personal physical maintenance. Bethany’s passion set her on a physical therapy career path. She has aided sports teams at Orange Coast College’s sports medicine program for five years and has taught adults, children, and infants swimming for over seven years. Bethany has aided with physical therapist in rehab clinics and is studying at California State University Long Beach. “The opportunities involving a Flexologist are always ongoing. I continue to seek knowledge with rehabilitation of the human form and the importance of internal and external health. It’s a privilege being part of the StretchLab team. I enjoy meeting great people everyday and providing the best quality attention, support and increased quality of life to anyone who walks into the StretchLab doors. Come on in, and let’s get started!”

My passion for movement began with a yoga class 23 years ago; I walked out of class, bought a 20-class pass, and began a 4-classes-a-week yoga habit. That evolved into co-teaching other prenatal yoga students in regular classes (because once-a-week prenatal-specific classes were not enough yoga for me!). In 2011 I received my Iyengar Yoga Teacher Certification. My mentor teacher during teacher training was Eric Small, a pioneer in the adaptation of yoga for those with Multiple Sclerosis and other neurological issues. I apprenticed with him for 5 years and taught a Yoga for MS class for the National MS Society for 8 years. My first yoga teaching job was at the Costa Mesa Senior Center, and I continue to work with seniors, people with MS and Parkinson's, and people recovering from stroke and other injuries. I am also a massage therapist and bring my knowledge of yoga and massage to my application of stretches at StretchLab. Integrating my background in yoga and massage to provide the best stretch experience is what I love about being a Flexologist. When I'm not stretching I'm at the beach, hiking with my dogs, or reading.

Growing up I played soccer for about 10 years. When it came to ending my soccer career, I became invested with weight lifting. I found passion in learning how my body could move and the strengths I am able to achieve. I began to study within the field of exercise science and obtained my bachelor's degree from California Baptist University in 2020. Since then, I have continued to pursue my passion of weight lifting and have spent my time working alongside some of the best DPTs. I have been a physical therapist aide for 3 years where I broadened my knowledge about body mechanics, injury prevention, therapeutic exercises and muscular functions. It’s my goal to go back to grad school and achieve my Doctorate’s in Physical Therapy. Until then I find extreme joy in using my skills and knowledge to help others better understand their bodies and help them achieve a better quality of life through my work here at StretchLab.

Cassie received her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in exercise science from California State University of Fullerton. She has worked as an aide in a physical therapy clinic and is pursuing a career as a physical therapist. In her free time Cassie teaches a jazz dance class for kids 11-13 years old. Cassie’s favorite aspect of being part of StretchLab is the positive atmosphere and the focus on overall well-being.

Alexander is originally from Italy, but moved to California 7 years ago to study Kinesiology at San Diego State University. He has found his place in health and wellness, and loves to help and heal people. He recently moved to Newport Beach in search of awesome people to meet and to hopefully heal! Alex has played a variety of sports, most notably soccer and semi-pro basketball back in Italy. He enjoys hiking, Magic the Gathering, and video games in his past time, and always loves a good stretch!

Gianna is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist and Nutrition Coach with over 6 years of hands on experience. On her spare time she trains as a competitive national level olympic weightlifter with a goal of making it on team USA. She is very dedicated in everything she puts her heart into and is most excited to be a part of the StretchLab team so that she can continue to expand her knowledge and help individuals better their overall lifestyles. Her favorite things about being in this industry are getting to see her clients progress each session, hear success stories and watch them light up as they reach their goals.