about nakia

Nakia is a gifted massage therapist and healer who has the ability to connect with his clients on both a therapeutic and spiritual level. Nakia’s positive energy, curative hands and spiritual vibe are just a few of the many reasons why his clients trust him with their care.

Experience the calming, restorative, healing energy from the moment you step through the door. It’s time to listen to your body. It’s time to relax, release, re-energize, and restore with Stretch Theory. Nakia Caesh, founder and lead therapist of Stretch Theory has been mastering massage therapy and various bodywork modalities for 20+ years. He has been involved with clinical sports rehabilitation therapy since graduating from the Utah College of massage therapy in 1999. Working alongside professional athletic trainers in MLS, PGA, NBA, and the NFL. Through the years and travels his skill set has evolved into myofascial release and Prosprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching to increase the client’s flexibility and range of motion. His no-nonsense approach to bodywork is guided by an innate knowledge of kinesiology, neuromuscular modalities and enduring faith. The mantra for his life’s work is built upon 2 Corinth 3 “The God of all comfort.”

Stretch Theory also serves as a boutique learning center for licensed therapists and athletic trainers searching for a unique Continuing Education experience. Nakia has written and designed a 12-hour training program taught over the course of 2 days. The course is approved by the National Certification Board for Massage and Bodywork.

In addition, Nakia is a loving husband and father, a tequila geek, and a filmmaker.

about brandè elise

Brandè Elise is a former USTA tennis instructor, having started her career at just 15 years old. Over the years, she’s gained experience working at the Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis Center, Merion Cricket Club, and Haverford College as an assistant coach.

For the past two years, Brandè has been the head Pilates instructor at Stretch ATL in Atlanta, GA. Known for her variety of teaching styles, she adapts her approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Brandè offers a variety of classes five times a week, with 5-6 classes per day. She genuinely loves her craft and excels at building strong relationships with her students, ensuring excellent retention. She knows how to engage her clients and push them just enough to keep them coming back for more. With consistency, she helps her clients achieve their fitness goals.