Welcome to StretchLab Oakland

Ina has a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Florida International University and practiced as a registered Physiotherapist in Jamaica for over 17 years. She has represented Jamaica as an elite cyclist and triathlete and currently has her Level 1 World Triathlon Coaching Certificate. In her career, she has utilised the PNF technique for professional and amateur athletes, which has proven to be very useful for recovery and rehabilitation. In 2021, she travelled to Lima, Peru as the Team Manager for the Jamaica Elite Track Cycling Team, which competed in the Pan American Track Cycling Championships

Haitao studied Kinesiology at the Shanghai University of Sports and is a Sports Management Graduate from the University of Georgia. He is a former Student-Athlete in Rock Climbing (China), and a NCAA Division II Badminton Tournament Player. He has over 10 years of experience in Athletic Training and Stretching. Haitao is dedicated to helping clients unleash their best potential through personalized flexibility programs. Also Speaks Mandarin

Ronja (they/them) has a background in dance and somatic education. They believe in the body's innate intelligence and our lifelong capacity to learn, grow, and heal. Ronja is a graduate of the Moving On Center School for Participatory Arts and Somatic Research and holds an MFA in Dance. When not at StretchLab, you can find them performing with NAKA Dance Theater and other Bay Area companies, and teaching as an adjunct professor in the Dance program at St Mary’s College.

Marica is a dancer, musician, and stretch therapist. She earned her BA in Russian, Arabic, Theater Dance, and Performance Studies at UC Berkeley and was trained at the Russian State Institute of Performing Arts. She's an athletic artsy nerd passionate about movies, books, travel, martial arts, and helping people reach their mobility goals through stretching, visualization, and breathwork. Also speaks Arabic(Palestinian Dialect) & Russian

Jordyn attended Southwest Institute of Healing Arts and received a 200-hour yoga teacher certification. He has a mixed movement practice, including weightlifting,animal flow, and calisthenics. He is passionate about learning and sharing new ways to move,heal, and be with the body. He looks forward to working with you to achieve your own goals and find new possibilities within your body.

Dr. Dayjon, D.C. journey to health and wellness started on the football field and in the classroom, where he earned a biology degree from Benedict College. His career took a unique turn when he worked as an intern at Lawrence Livermore Lab and continues to assist the federal government on call, handling decontamination cleanups around the Bay Area. However, his passion for health brought him back to the wellness industry, and he went on to earn his doctorate from Life Chiropractic College West. With big dreams, Dr. Dayjon aims to open a comprehensive practice that blends chiropractic care, massage therapy, physical therapy, and acupuncture under one roof. In the meantime, he looks forward to meeting and helping people move and feel better so they can live a more fruitful life

Jocelyn, a proud San Francisco native, graduated from San Jose State University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. With hands-on experience as a track and field athlete and as a physical therapy aide in an outpatient clinic, Jocelyn brings a dynamic background to her work. She’s passionate about staying active, enjoying hobbies like running, hiking, cooking, reading, and exploring her creative side. Jocelyn’s ultimate goal is to become a physical therapist and open her own practice in the Bayview-Hunters Point community where she grew up. She’s excited to meet and stretch with the StretchLab Oakland community!

Alora, a lifelong yoga practitioner from a family of yogis, is dedicated to applying her deep-rooted knowledge to serve the Bay Area community. Currently studying to become a Radiologist Technician, she is passionate about the intersection of health, movement, and healing. Beyond her studies, Alora is an avid circus performer and costume designer, embracing creativity and self-expression in all aspects of her life. Her ultimate goal is to retire her parents, using health and wellness as the vehicle to create a lasting impact for her family and community.

Lex graduated from San Francisco State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology with an emphasis on exercise and movement sciences. She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. As a lifelong learner, Lex thrives on new challenges and always seeks on opportunities to expand her knowledge. Outside of academics, Lex loves to travel and explore new places. When it comes to movement, Lex’s favorite stretch is the piriformis stretch — an essential move for improving hip mobility!

Mayet is a graduated from Cal State East Bay with a majoring in Kinesiology and minoring in Psychology. She has experience working in outpatient and inpatient rehab settings as a rehab aide and intern, and has coached youth in swimming, boxing, and virtual fitness. Movement has always been a big part of her life — she grew up playing non-traditional sports and has always been passionate about health and wellness. Mayet is currently working toward becoming a Physical Therapist. Mayet joined StretchLab to help people feel better in their bodies and build confidence through movement. Her goal is to meet clients where they’re at and support them on their rehab journey with more awareness and ease.

Xin comes to StretchLab with 19 years of experience as a fitness personal trainer. He is a NASM certified in CPT, MMA Conditioning Specialist, and Certified Nutrition Coach. In his off time he practices Tai Chi. He was introduced to StretchLab as a client, he was very satisfied with the results and decided to become a Flexologist. Working with Stretch Lab allows him to work with clients outside the gym facility. It's very rewarding for him to see Stretch Lab members giving wonderful feedback on how assisted stretching changes their lives.

Born and raised in Richmond CA, LaRhesha has always been gifted with her hands from creating in the kitchen to helping others heal through touch. Her passion for holistic health began with a love for clean eating, juicing, and finding natural ways to feel good from the inside out. That passion evolved into a career when she graduated from the National Holistic Institute in 2023, earning her Massage Therapy CAMTC certification. Since then she’s worked with the geriatric community gaining valuable experience in helping people move and feel better through therapeutic care. She also works in a chiropractor’s office, where she shadows and provides massage therapy, further deepening her understanding of body mechanics and clinical care. LaRhesha brings uplifting energy and a healing touch to every session, always aiming to help clients move with more freedom, feel stronger, and live healthier, happier lives.

Heather grew up in the Bay Area and gained valuable experience working at the Napa and Vacaville StretchLab locations. With a background as a Swim Instructor, Heather has also earned her Personal Trainer Certification from NASM and her Group Fitness Instructor Certification from AFAA. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking on warm, sunny days and making time for gym sessions whenever she can. Heather is passionate about health and fitness and strongly believes in the positive impact it can have on overall well-being.

Jade brings a diverse background to StretchLab with experience as a massage therapist, body sculptor, esthetician, and manicurist. Her wide range of skills allows her to connect with clients on multiple levels, helping them feel their best both physically and mentally. Outside of work, Jade enjoys hiking, long drives, and is a passionate tea connoisseur. She is dedicated to creating a calm, relaxing environment for her clients, where they can unwind and release tension. Jade’s goal is to help every client leave feeling both rejuvenated and centered, making relaxation a priority in their wellness routine.

Marco is currently pursuing his massage therapy certification and offers a holistic, intuitive approach that blends Swedish relaxation massage with Reiki energy work, supporting both physical ease and overall well-being. Drawing from his background in team sports such as soccer, volleyball, and rugby, as well as over 10 years of weightlifting and completing a triathlon in 2022, Marco understands the importance of recovery modalities to maintain an active, balanced lifestyle. When he’s not practicing massage, Marco enjoys running, calisthenics, weightlifting, and bird-watching around Lake Merritt.

I’m a Kinesiology graduate from Cal State East Bay with a passion for movement, recovery, and performance. My background in sports performance and body optimization helps me guide clients to move better, feel stronger, and perform at their best. I truly believe that when your body moves the way it’s meant to, everything else in life flows better. As a lifelong athlete, I know firsthand how important mobility, flexibility, and proper recovery are for staying at the top of your game. When I’m not in the studio, you’ll probably find me out mountain biking, fishing, exploring new food spots, or capturing moments behind the camera.

Valerie (she/her), is a dancer and choreographer with 19+ years of dance experience. After moving to the Bay Area in 2016, she worked under and collaborated with several dance artists such as David Herrera Performance Company, Liz Boubion’s Piñata Dance Collective, A. Spearman & Co, and Andreina Maldanado. Pulling from a martial artist background and knowledge gained from her time at UCR Riverside, Mendez utilizes rhythmic acrobatics, pedestrian movements, abstraction, games and humor to intimately connect with fellow movers and enthusiasts. Currently she is pursuing Personal Training Certification and continues to teach dance throughout Berkeley and San Francisco.