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CNU Stretch is the turnkey stretch therapy certification and licensing system for gyms, studios and health professionals. Below is where we are, what we are approved by, and the facts you are welcome to quote.
By the Numbers
49
Partner Locations
23
U.S. States
1
International
250+
Certified Professionals
See the full directory on the partner locations map.
Conferences & Speaking
- October 2026FitLife Conference Speaking
- August 28–30, 2026SCW Dallas MANIA® Presenting — five sessions
- Hands-On vs. Self-Stretching
- Stretch Strategies for Major Lifts
- Personal Training Meets Stretch Therapy
- Stretching Strategies (panel)
- The New Fitness Science (panel)
- August 27, 2026SCW Fitness Education Live-Stream Webinar Featured presenter
- New ACSM Strength Training Recommendations Reviewed
- August 20–22, 2026Perform Better 3-Day Functional Training Summit Exhibitor — expo floor booth
- July 31 – August 2, 2026SCW Atlanta MANIA® Presenting — four sessions
- Hands-On vs. Self-Stretching
- Stretch Strategies for Major Lifts
- Personal Training Meets Stretch Therapy
- Stretching Strategies (panel)
- 2026Two-Brain Summit 2026 Exhibitor
- 2026Growth Summit 2026 Program-book advertiser
- February 27 – March 1, 2026SCW DC MANIA® Presenting — four sessions
- Hands-On vs. Self-Stretching
- Stretch Strategies for Major Lifts
- Personal Training Meets Stretch Therapy
- Stretching Strategies: Flexibility, Recovery, Performance (panel)
- February 26, 2026SCW Fitness Education Live-Stream Webinar Featured presenter
- Strength, Stretch & Recover
- September 4–6, 2025ProFit Growth Summit 2025 Speaker & panelist
- "Profit Centers" — adding stretch therapy revenue
- Panel discussion
- February 28 – March 2, 2025SCW DC MANIA® Presenter & stretching panel
- May 9, 2024Coach Catalyst SuperCoach Virtual Summit Round table
- The Future of Brick and Mortar Facilities
- June 24, 2023Launcher's Road to Success Conference (TAG Events) Presenter
- 2015Delaware Technical Community College Nurses Conference Health education speaker
Podcasts & Coverage
Podcasts & Interviews
- October 2024Coaches Corner University Podcast
Articles
- July 2026
In the Press
- November 2025
Approved Provider Status
CNU Stretch certifications carry continuing-education approval from five national bodies.
NASM
National Academy of Sports Medicine
ACE
American Council on Exercise
AFAA
Athletics and Fitness Association of America
ISSA
International Sports Sciences Association
NCBTMB
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
Fast Facts
| Founder & CEO | Evans Armantrading Jr. |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | 1404 Forrest Ave, Suite 9, Dover, DE 19904 |
| What it is | A turnkey stretch therapy certification and licensing system for gyms, studios and health professionals. |
| Programs | Level I & II Foundation, Level III & IV Advanced, and a full gym/studio licensing program. |
| Format | Hybrid — online prep completed before a two-day in-person hands-on intensive. |
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CNU Stretch is a turnkey stretch therapy certification and licensing system for gyms, studios and health professionals. Founded by Evans Armantrading Jr. and headquartered in Dover, Delaware, CNU Stretch trains fitness professionals through a hybrid program — online coursework completed before a two-day in-person, hands-on intensive — and licenses gyms to launch a branded stretch therapy service. Its certifications are approved by NASM, ACE, AFAA, ISSA and NCBTMB, and it supports 49 partner locations across 23 U.S. states.
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