Welcome to StretchLab Long Beach Exchange

Hi everyone! My name is Elijah Majarrez and I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Cal State Fullerton (Go Titans) & 7 years of physical therapy/therapeutic treatment with patients working as an aide. I also do some coaching for wide receivers before the football season starts to prevent injury. With that being said, for my movement history I played 4 years of high school football, ran track, and currently participating in Muay Thai/golfing/& snowboarding. On my free time or days off I really enjoy going to the beach and working on cars. As a Flexologist, I’m aiming to help individuals achieve their desired goal. This goal can range from anything such as sport performance, relieving tension and gaining flexibility! Firmly believe that stretching is an essential part of day-to-day living, as it promotes proper posture and an enjoyable style of living.

Qualifications: Yoga Alliance approved certified 200hr Trauma Informed Yoga Instructor. Knowledgeable in various branches of yoga such as Hatha, vinyasa, prenatal, yin, and restorative. Movement history: Devoted yoga practitioner of 12 years, low impact pilates for two years. In my free time I am dedicated to caring for my son, spending time with my loved ones, and pursuing creative hobbies and my personal development aspirations. As a Flexologist my goal is to continually apply myself in gaining a better understanding of muscle and joint health so I may assist those in need by guiding safe and informative movement to alleviate pain and tension in the body while also building a deeper mind-body connection.

My name is Ralph Dogelio. I’ve been in the fitness industry for 8 years and counting. I’ve taken different roles as a personal trainer, nutrition coach, spartan racer, half-marathon runner, the list goes on. My current role in this space is a FRC (Functional Range Conditioning) Mobility Specialist and an online strength/mobility coach. I also coach high school cross country / track and field. I dedicate most of my free time to conditioning my mind and body in olympic weightlifting, running and joint strength training. The other time is spent through quality time with my friends and family - normally backpacking, hiking, and the occasional pickleball pick up game. As a Flexologist, my intentions are to expand my abilities to help and assist others improve their quality of life - whether it’s for their athletic goals to move efficiently or to be present with their loved ones without feeling aches or pains. Education, application, realization.

Hey, my name is Zami Moscoso and I’m a Flexologist here at StretchLab LBX. I hold a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology as well as a Bachelors in Spanish from Purdue University. With that, I have 2 years of experience as a physical therapist aide and eventually going back to school to get my doctorate in physical therapy. My movement history includes competing in cross country and track and field as well as playing soccer on the weekends. When I am not in the lab, I enjoy being outdoors, spending time with family, and going out with my friends. My goal as a flexologist is to inspire others to implement stretching to their daily routine in order to improve their quality of life.

Hi everyone! My name is Jasmine Smith and I have a Bachelor of Science in Psychology Human/Health with a minor in General Biology from UC San Diego. I have two years of personal training experience and 2 years of physical therapy volunteer experience. Before pursuing my bachelor's I played 8 years of softball including high school and travel softball in South LA (Go, Monarchs!). I also earned a black belt in taekwondo and ran 3 years of Track and Field. I believe that a consistent stretch is essential for maintaining/improving flexibility, sports performance, posture, and an overall better quality of life. As a Flexologist, my goal is to help individuals achieve their goals while also educating them about the importance and benefits of implementing a stretch program into their daily lives.

Hi everyone! My name is Jose Anguiano and I have a Bachelor of science degree in Kinesiology from California State University of Fullerton; along with having a 1 year of experience as physical therapist aide. For 3 years in high school, I did cross country and track. On my down time I like to weight lift at the gym, and I like to collect Lego Star Wars. My goal here as a Flexologist is to help people achieve their goals. These goals can range from wanting to perform better in sports, gain flexibility and mobility, or release tension throughout the body. Overall, I seek to improve everyone’s quality of life.

Hi everybody, I’m Deja! I’m a Flexologist at Stretchlab with 3+ years of assisted stretching experience. As a former sprinter and volleyball player, I've always held health and wellness as a priority in my life. I obtained my B.S in Kinesiology from San Jose State University and have previous years experience working at a physical therapy clinic and a functional movement studio specializing in treating osteoporosis. My preferred forms of movement involve yoga, practicing inversions, strength training, swimming, and pick up volleyball games from time to time. I also enjoy travelling and trying new foods. My favorite thing about working at Stretchlab is hearing clients implement our stretch program suggestions outside of the studio. With my experience and understanding of human anatomy and physiology, I’m dedicated to providing a personalized experience to help improve client’s quality of movement and life.

Hi, my name is Aaron Yew. I’m currently obtaining my Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from UC Irvine, and I also have a NASM Personal Training Certification. With this, I aim to go into Physical Therapy in the future. I did soccer plus track & field in high school, and am now a USAPL powerlifter and coach for our university’s powerlifting club. My goal is to improve everyone’s lifestyles through stretching, movement, and/or strength.

I have always loved sports growing up and it has developed into a passion for helping others achieve their fitness goals. I graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a degree in Kinesiology, fitness and am pursuing a career in physical therapy.

Hi everyone, my name is Emma! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from California State University, Long Beach, with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology: Exercise Science and a minor in Nutrition. I have 2 years of experience as a physical therapy aide and participated in a brief internship at Long Beach City College for athletic training. I am CPR certified and completed a course in EKG services as well. I played soccer and softball growing up, ran track and field and cross country in high school, and I enjoy staying recreationally active today. I’m extremely grateful to be a part of the StretchLab LBX team and hope to assist all our clients in achieving their wide variety of goals!

Hi I am Bria Augustine, a little bit about myself, I was an athlete all my life but volleyball was the sport that stuck out to me. I attended western New Mexico university after high school for 4 in a half years obtaining a bachelors in kinesiology while also playing volleyball. I also was an athletic training intern for the last year of college, assisting our head athletic trainer for the university Terra Dunlap. After a gap year then became a chiropractic assistant in Torrance hoping to become a chiropractor herself. Joined stretchlab to learn and apply new skills and is very committed to growing. A few of her awards and accolades: -SOCAL PREP LEGENDS ATHLETE OF THE WEEK - 2017 -ALL-SUBURBAN LEAGUE MOST VALUABLE PLAYER - 2018 -WESTERN NEW MEXICO UNIVERSITY STUDENT-ATHLETE OF THE WEEK - 2018 -LONE STAR ALL-CONFERENCE SECOND TEAM - 2018, 2019, 2021

Hi, I’m Nia! I’m a recent graduate of the Doctor of Chiropractic program at Southern California University of Health Sciences and also hold a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation from Cal State LA. I’m CPR certified and passionate about helping people move better, feel less stiff, and build mobility that supports their everyday lives. I take a personalized approach to assisted stretching and enjoy working with everyone from athletes to those managing chronic tightness. I’m always happy to guide, support, and answer questions to help you get the most out of your session. When I’m not at StretchLab, you’ll likely find me exploring new Pilates techniques, going on scenic runs, or trying to keep up with the latest wellness trends. I love finding ways to stay active and inspired in everyday life.

Hi everyone! My name is Kyla. I graduated Cum laude with a Bachelors of Science degree in Leisure Studies from Grambling State University, located in Grambling, Louisiana. I plan to further my education by applying to a DPT program this upcoming summer. I am a former D1 track and field athlete. My background includes coaching youth sports like soccer, cheer, and gymnastics. My goal as a Flexologist is to empower our clients and improve their quality of life through encouragement and consistency.

Hi everyone! My name is Christian Son, and I am originally from San Francisco. I earned my Associate of Arts degree in Kinesiology from Orange Coast College and am currently pursuing a degree in Exercise Science at California State University, Long Beach. I am also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), which has strengthened my foundation in evidence based training principles and program design.My athletic background includes seven years of football and four years of lacrosse throughout high school. After high school, I transitioned into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and have since competed nationally in events hosted by the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation. Training and competing at that level has deepened my understanding of movement mechanics,injury prevention, and performance optimization. Professionally, I worked as a personal trainer for three years, helping clients improve strength, conditioning, and overall fitness. In addition, I have over five years of experience shadowing physical therapists at Jet Physio Fitness, where I gained valuable exposure to rehabilitation, corrective exercise strategies, and patient centered care. I have also served as the Linebackers Coach at Garden Grove High School for the past two seasons, focusing on athlete development, injury prevention, and on-field performance.Outside of my professional and academic pursuits, I enjoy training Jiu Jitsu, working out, reading, and spending time with my cat. I aspire to contribute to academia and health care through science and the advancement of overall health, helping improve both performance and quality of life.