Welcome to StretchLab Largo

Emily grew up as a competitive dancer in the Midwest. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. She has worked as a professional dancer, choreographer, and dance instructor, both nationally and internationally for over ten years. Emily began her journey with StretchLab in 2018 and has been working as a Flexologist for over four years. Seeing her clients reach their goals and improve their quality of life has been extremely rewarding. She has loved being able to grow in her passion for movement and mobility through StretchLab. In 2023, Emily took on the role of Marketing Manager for the Tampa Bay market and has thoroughly enjoyed growing and learning the business through a different lens.

Kristina, a Long Island native turned Florida adventurer, is a fitness enthusiast with a splash of mermaid magic and a childlike spirit. Growing up immersed in sports and dance, she's made fitness a core part of her life. Certified as an ACE personal trainer since 2017, group fitness instructor, and online health coach, Kristina graduated with her A.S. Fitness Specialist. Now a nationally accredited stretch coach for the past 5 years at StretchLab, she's dedicated to enhancing mobility and strength in others to ensure they live long and prosper.

Jason is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Stretching and Flexibility Coach, and most recently received his Nutrition certification from NASM. After receiving his Stretching and Flexibility certification, Jason knew assisted stretching was the fitness career he wanted to pursue, and that StretchLab was the perfect place to do it. Jason hopes to eventually use his knowledge to become a running coach, and loves the opportunity to help people move and feel better every day!

Michala moved to Florida from Washington State and has worked professionally as a personal trainer, physical therapy technician, and public health coordinator. She has her Bachelor of Science in Health Promotions from the University of Arkansas. In 2020 Michala received her personal training certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and in 2021 continued her education to become a level 1 precision nutrition coach. She is focused on building strength, stability, and mobility with her clients and is thrilled to be part of the StretchLab team.

Gretchen is from San Diego, California, and Bar Harbor, Me. She attended Barry University in Miami Shores, where she Graduated with a BFA in photography. While in university she became a certified personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and an AFAA yoga certified coach in the Science of Stretching. She followed her love of health and fitness and opened an Action Fitness gym as a co-owner and personal trainer. After college, she worked as a chef for several years, but her body was stiff and in pain. She quickly realized her true path was health and wellness. This led Gretchen to StretchLab where she is able to fulfill her love of wellness. Her next goal is to receive her nutrition certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and she is excited to be learning and growing with the StretchLab Largo family as a Flexologist!

Sam is originally from Brooklyn, but was raised in Tampa. Out of high school Sam joined the United States Air Force. After falling in love with health and fitness in 2023 he received his personal training certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Sam has a diverse background that allows him to bring a blend of discipline, leadership and creativity to any role. He looks forward to continuing to grow and learn during his time at StretchLab and help each of his clients reach their goals!

Jess was born and raised in Clearwater, Fl, and couldn't imagine living anywhere else! She been teaching yoga in the bay area for 7 years, and has her 200RYT certification through the Yoga Alliance. Specializing in catering to diverse clientele, from prenatal and postnatal women to individuals of all ages, she is passionate about facilitating long-term growth and improvement in her students' lives through the transformative power of yoga and stretch! Yoga is one of her biggest passions in life, and Jess is so excited to be able to share it with the StretchLab family. Her second greatest passion is cosplay, and you’ll find her at ANY and EVERY central Florida anime or comic con. If you ever want to talk Yoga, she's your gal for that…and if you ever want to talk comics, she's your gal for that, too!

Drew, born and raised in Largo, is a passionate advocate for health and fitness. He attended and played baseball for Lindenwood University where he graduated with his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, with a double minor in Health and Wellness, and Strength and Conditioning. He spent many hours in athletic training rooms where he learned the importance of and developed a passion for improving physical wellbeing. After coaching baseball for several years, he knew he wanted to make an impact in the lives of everyone - not just those in the baseball community. His background in sports and fitness fuels his commitment to empowering individuals through personalized stretching sessions that increase flexibility, reduce pain, and promote a healthier lifestyle. Drew is excited to be at StretchLab where he can continue to expand and share his knowledge and enthusiasm for living a delightfully painless life!