Welcome to StretchLab Rogers

Melissa is a certified Group Fitness Instructor through the Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). With a deep passion for health and movement, she is dedicated to helping others feel better and improve their quality of life. Her favorite part of working at StretchLab is building connections with members and assisting them in releasing tension and finding relaxation through stretching. She finds it incredibly rewarding to see the positive impact stretching has on their overall well-being. When she’s not stretching or teaching group fitness classes, she enjoys spending time with her family, riding bikes, and playing at parks—always embracing an active and joyful lifestyle.

Matthew has been a dedicated personal trainer since 2012, specializing in small group and one-on-one training. His expertise lies in corrective exercise and movement analysis, helping clients improve functional movement patterns and overall performance. Matthew's experience with partnered stretching began in 2008 while working with AcroYoga in the California Bay Area. Over the past decade, he has expanded his skill set to include trigger point therapy and fascial release techniques, further enhancing his ability to support clients' mobility and recovery. In July 2024, Matthew joined StretchLab, where he continues to apply his extensive knowledge of flexibility and movement mechanics. Looking ahead, he plans to pursue a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) within the next two years while continuing his work with StretchLab throughout his training.

Arie recently earned a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from the University of Arkansas. During her time at the university, she completed an internship where she supported peers in adopting healthier lifestyles through personalized fitness assessments and data-driven progress tracking. Arie has a strong personal interest in mobility and flexibility, recognizing their critical role in helping individuals—especially older adults like her own family—maintain independence, prevent injury, and stay active as they age. She is passionate about promoting long-term wellness and is committed to continuing her education to further develop the knowledge and skills needed to help others lead healthier, more active lives.

Joshua has been with StretchLab since last summer at a sister studio in Florida. He recently finished 5 years of active duty service as a medic in the Navy. Joshua, was stationed in Camp Pendleton and spent time in areas such as the trauma center, emergency room, OMT, Family practice and internal medicine. He is currently a full-time student pursuing a degree in nursing and plans on becoming a Certified Registered Nurse of Anesthesia while constantly trying to improve his craft and help as many people as he can in gaining mobility/flexibility.