As the weather warms up, it’s time to shake off winter stiffness and get your body moving with ease. New York Stretch is NYC’s premier destination for personalized assisted stretching, designed to help you feel flexible, energized, and ready for all your spring activities!
Whether you're training for a race, hitting the courts, or just looking to move better in daily life, our expert stretch specialists will help you improve mobility and prevent injury. Step into spring feeling your best—book your stretch session today!
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bookings@nystretchtherapy.com
917-905-4650
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About New York Stretch
Stretch Services
One-on-One at our studio (295 Madison Ave)
In-Office Sessions
Corporate Wellness Events
Athletic Events
Move Better for Life with New York Stretch. Experience greater mobility and athletic recovery with one-on-one appointments at our studio located at 295 Madison Avenue, near Grand Central.
We’re also available for corporate wellness and sports events. Bring the benefits of New York Stretch to your corporate wellness programs or sports events, and witness the transformation in how you feel, move, and excel.
Feel good, do more, and do it better with New York Stretch.
What Sets Us Apart
At New York Stretch, our mission is to empower individuals to move better and live pain-free through expert-assisted stretching and personalized wellness solutions. We believe in enhancing quality of life by restoring mobility, promoting recovery, and supporting a balanced, active lifestyle for all.
Our certified specialists are highly trained with various backgrounds in massage therapy, acupuncture, physical therapy, personal training, and yoga.
Whether you’re a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or a desk jockey, our comprehensive, customized assisted stretch therapy will make you feel better. Unlock your movement potential today!
Location
295 Madison Ave, Ground Floor
41st ST between Park and Madison Ave.
(Inside Sports Lab NYC)
New Jersey
Contact us for appointments in NJ
What is Assisted Stretching?
Experience tailored sessions that cater to your unique needs, promoting flexibility, recovery, and overall vitality.
Also known as stretch therapy, assisted stretching is a relaxing method that eases pain, restores movement, and reduces stress. A trained specialist moves you through a series of stretches that decompress joints, lengthen tissues, and enhance flexibility. Sessions are one hour on a massage table.
Assisted stretching is a vital part of your fitness journey to help you move better, improve performance, and recover faster from workouts. It feels amazing. Clients often say it’s like a massage but better. They walk away feeling taller and lighter and say it is life-changing!
Your flexibility and strength go hand in hand which is why we also offer strength training services! Click here for info about our strength training.
Benefits:
Improve flexibility
Accelerate athletic recovery
Reduce muscle soreness
Decompress joints
Enhance athletic performance
Restore movement
Recover from workouts faster
Increase relaxation
Improve joint stiffness/pain
Ideal for all fitness levels and ages
What to Expect
Come in for 60 minutes of relaxation and leave feeling refreshed, light on your feet and ready to conquer the city. NYC never stops so take some time out from the hustle with us - our clients say they prefer it to massage! Each session is one hour on a massage table.
Who We Are
Co-Founder
Michael Okech
Co-Founder
Ariana Rabinovitch
Co-founder of NY Stretch, Michael is a Certified Stretch Specialist with more than a decade in the fitness industry. He’s a former competitive rugby player, Personal Trainer and Postural Restoration practitioner.
Training and Education:
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST)
Postural Restoration Institute (3 Primary Courses, Impingement and Instability, PRI for Fitness and Movement Professionals)
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
Christian Iannelli
Christian is a Certified Stretch Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, soon to be LMT. He is available for in-home and in-studio appointments.
Training and Education:
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST)
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
Pursuing a degree in Massage Therapy
Constance Nicolas
Constance is trained in the New York Stretch method, and Thai Massage. She has studied massage in France and is also a certified Pilates instructor.
Training and Education:
New York Stretch Method
Polestar Pilates
Miki School of Massage (France)
Thai Massage
Zeke Backherms
Zeke is a certified personal trainer with a unique background in physically demanding professions. With two years of experience as a firefighter in Arizona and a career as a geophysical technician, Zeke has navigated tough terrain and endured the physical challenges that come with these high-intensity roles.
This hands-on experience has given him a deep understanding
of the importance of proper stretching and flexibility to prevent injuries, enhance performance, and aid in recovery. With a passion for helping others move better and live healthier, Zeke now specializes in stretching techniques designed to optimize mobility and support an active lifestyle.
Training and Education:
New York Stretch Method
NASM, CPT
Ike Spangler
Ike is available for in-home appointments in NJ. To schedule an appointment with Ike, please email us at bookings@nystretchtherapy.com
Ike is a Certified Athletic Trainer and Stretch Therapist with 20 years of experience in the field of sports medicine.
He has extensive training in the prevention, treatment, and management of orthopedic injuries. Ike has experience at all levels of sports participation from professional to high school, masters, and little league.
Training and Education:
Fascial Stretch Therapist (FST Level 3 Medical Certification)
BS Athletic Trainer
MS Exercise Physiology
Certified + Licensed Athletic Trainer
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
Reflex Performance Reset (Level 2 Certification)
Co-founder of NY Stretch, Ariana is a Certified Stretch Specialist with 10+ years of experience teaching yoga and strength training. She blends principles from yoga, exercise science and strength training to help clients reach their goals.
Training and Education:
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST)
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Postural Restoration Institute
Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms)
FMS Level 1 Certification
500+hr Yoga Teacher Certifications
Barefoot Rehab® Specialist
Jermaine Martin
Jermaine is trained in the New York Stretch Method, Integrated Stretching, and pre/post-natal stretching. He is also a New York State EMT with an extensive background in personal training, specializing in functional body mechanics.
He developed an appreciation for stretching early in his fitness career upon learning that a sedentary lifestyle can lead to tight muscles and stress. Jermaine implements his knowledge and understanding of body mechanics in his stretching sessions to revitalize and provide personalized, detailed care to his clientele.
Training and Education:
New York Stretch Method
Integrated Stretching Lv2
Pre/post-natal stretching with Annette Lang
New York State EMT
NCSF Certified Personal Trainer
NASM - Weight Loss Specialization
Strong First Kettlebell SFG
Bodyweight SFB
Estina Capers
Estina has been a New York State Licensed Massage Therapist for 8 years. She has been incorporating assisted stretching along with therapeutic massage for the last 6 years, maximizing the benefits for her clientele.
Training and Education:
New York Stretch Method
Pacific College of Health Sciences
NYS Licensed Massage Therapist
SportStretch USA®
Adam Sharabi
Adam is trained in the New York Stretch Method, the PSS (performance stretch system), and is experienced with PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) and AIS (active isolated stretching). He is available for at-home and in-office stretch sessions.
Training and Education:
New York Stretch Method
Performance Stretch System
Active Isolated Stretching
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
B.S. in Exercise Science at Ithaca College
Corrective Exercise Specialist
FAQs
Where are you located?
What should I wear?
We’re located at 295 Madison Avenue, inside Sports Lab NYC gym. The entrance is on 41st Street between Park and Madison Avenues.
Wear loose and comfortable clothing that allows for movement in all directions. Fitness apparel is ideal. Please remove jewelry prior to the session and have long hair out of the way. Please also wear socks.
How will I feel after a session?
Assisted stretching sessions are very relaxing – like how you might feel after a massage. We recommend scheduling sessions on your off day of training or when you are done with your strenuous activities so you can enjoy the full effect of your session.
How often should I book sessions?
This depends on your activity level and what your goals are. Generally, we recommend 1X week if you’re new to assisted stretching. If you are working on a specific goal, 2-3 times per week.
Yes! We provide stretch services at sporting events in golf clubs, tennis clubs, and fitness centers. Our certified specialists set up with our massage tables to give participants quick and effective pre-/post-game stretches.
Are you available for sports events?
We do not take health insurance, however if you have an HSA account you can use that to pay for appointments.