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Certified Pilates Teacher, Fascial Stretch Therapist, Lagree Instructor 

Born and raised in the Pineywoods of east Texas, Nacogdoches native Elena Salamone danced her way through her younger years, teaching Jazz dance classes in high school. Joining the United States Air Force as an Aerospace Medical Technician, she served for eight years, specializing in Intensive Care, Pediatrics, and Immunizations. While in she was a physical training leader where her teaching Pilates skills were honed.  Elena's dedication led her to become a certified Fascial Stretch Therapist - Level 3 Medical Specialist, along with holding certifications as a National Certified Pilates Teacher, Life Stretch Instructor, Lagree Instructor, Oov Certified Instructor, Board Certified Structural Integration provider, Anatomy Trains Structural Integrator, Nerve and Artery Release Certified. In 2016, she founded Stretch ER, Your Pilates & Stretch Studio in downtown Nacogdoches, where she offers exceptional Pilates and Fascial services while fostering the growth of her team. Elena's commitment to her community is fueled by love, kindness, and integrity,  always remembering the influence of others who have shaped her journey.

LVN, Fascial Stretch Therapist  and Pilates Teacher

Krystin Walker was born and raised in Lufkin TX. She danced her way through Pineywoods Academy High School. Krystin’s very motivated self graduated from Angelina College with an Art degree the same time she graduated from High school in 2016. She obtained her nursing degree from Tyler County school of nursing.  Krystin then moved to Austin, TX where she found a love for holistic health, plant based living, and Pilates. Krystin moved back to her roots and wanted to further her education in Pilates and that’s when she learned of Stretch ER.  Krystin is a wonderful comprehensive Pilates Teacher and Barre trained. Attending the Stretch to Win Institute in 2022 gaining her Fascial Stretch Therapy certification and now is healing in the deep East Texas area.

Fascial Stretch Therapist, Pilates Teacher

Matthew was born and raised in San Diego, CA, he had moved throughout the US, but mostly spent lots of time in Nebraska and South Dakota. 

After graduated form high school in Bay Area California, he was enlisted in the Army. In 2014, Matthew served four years as Combat Medic in Fort Polk, Louisiana and he had been closely working with physical therapists and chiropractors on post. He discovered his passion in body mechanics, performance, and mobility while he was with the Army. 

After Matthew left the Army, he went on to study literature and poetry in the Bay Area until he returned to the South. He enjoyed a historic small town vibe in Nacogdoches, and that is the reason he is raising his family in this town. He was thrilled to discovered Stretch ER for Pilates, Fascial Stretch Therapy and Barre. With his experiences in the Army, Matthew is certainly a great asset to Stretch ER.

Pilates Teacher, Life Coach,Yoga +Meditation teacher

Meet Teara Renee, whose passion lies in assisting individuals in discovering clarity, purpose, and fulfillment across all facets of life.

Teara works closely with her clients to help them identify and surmount obstacles that may be impeding their progress toward their aspirations. She adopts a holistic approach, addressing both the practical and emotional dimensions of their challenges. Teara has acquired certifications as a Life Coach and Yoga + Meditation Teacher, earned credentials in Natural Healing and Mindfulness, and guided numerous clients to reach their objectives and experience transformative life changes.

Beyond her role as a Pilates instructor and Life Couch, Teara is deeply passionate about writing, art, travel, savoring exquisite cuisine, and immersing herself in the great outdoors. She firmly believes that a well-rounded life is the key to achieving equilibrium and joy.

NCPT, LMT, 

Meet Sarah Wolf, NCPT, LMT, an accomplished Polestar Studio Practitioner and a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher. Sarah possesses a profound understanding of movement and the human body, drawing not only from her rigorous Pilates Teacher Training but also from her extensive background as a dance instructor, pre-natal yoga expert, and more than two decades of experience as a Medical Massage Therapist.

What sets Sarah apart is her personal journey through injury recovery, which has given her unique empathy and insight. She vividly recalls her lowest point, both literally and figuratively, when a herniated disc brought her to her knees. This experience fuels her unwavering passion for the belief that there's a tailored level of Pilates for everyone, and she's dedicated to helping others discover the transformative power of Pilates.

Guest Pilates Teacher

Ciara is Born and raised in Katy, Texas, her passion for dance started at a very early age. As her love for movement grew, she recognized the importance of understanding the body and treating it with care. It wasn’t long before she was leading dance team stretches, choreographing routines, and finding her passion for helping others. 

Ciara moved to Nacogdoches for college, where she received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications and continued to dance as a part of an organization. Her degree helped fine tune her skills in leadership, teamwork, and understanding how to communicate effectively. During this time, Ciara discovered her love for small-town life in East Texas and met her wonderful husband, Hayden. 

After college, Ciara began a 9-5 office job, trying to find movement wherever she could, but longed for that element of leadership and routine again.

Prompted by that, Ciara found herself at Stretch ER, where she fell in love with the power of Pilates and the energy the studio exudes. 

As a Pilates teacher, Ciara welcomes each and every individual into her class with joy and gratitude. Her goal is to help people move with confidence, as she feels everyone deserves to feel safe and well in their bodies.