What community means to us

At Stretch Affect, we are more than just a business. We’re a community with a social identity, shared values, and a mission to awaken the potential of individuals through the power of physical literacy and movement health.

These days that may seem like a tall order, but it hasn’t always been that way. The concept of business began much like we think of the word community today. Even the word company is derived from the Latin words com, meaning together, and panis, meaning bread. Merchants would come together, share stories, eat, and do business. They were communities.

But over time, through industrial revolutions, businesses stopped looking like communities and started looking more like machines. They optimized for business growth, often at the expense of the community and the individuals within it.

At Stretch Affect, we believe that is too high a price to pay for short-lived success. We care deeply for our community and the individuals within it. Each of our community members contributes to our mission in a unique and diverse way. Whether that be a contribution of time, money, energy, or a helping hand, some contribute more than others, but no one member is greater than the sum.

Stretch Affect was born fighting an uphill battle. We began our in-person, hands-on services in the middle of the worst pandemic the world has seen. And if it were not for our commitment to our core values, our 250% growth in our first year of business would not have been possible. Our wonderful members allowed this to happen. We were given life in a grim time thanks to the unwavering support of those we cherish.

Our values will always be the bedrock of our business. How we operate, who we hire and who we work with. Because it matters who we are as a company, not just what we do as a company.

Core Values:

Collaborate  – We believe in the power of synergy. By working together openly and effectively, we leverage diverse perspectives and skills to deliver the best outcomes for our clients and our team. True success happens when we build trust, communicate authentically, and move forward as one.

Ownership  – We take full responsibility for our actions, results, and impact. Ownership means showing up fully, taking initiative, and holding ourselves accountable for delivering excellence whether in client care, personal development, or team contributions.

Relentless - We pursue excellence with unwavering determination. Our commitment is tireless; we push boundaries, overcome obstacles, and strive continuously to elevate our service, our performance, and our mission without settling for mediocrity.

Evolve  – Growth is not optional it’s essential. We embrace change, innovation, and learning to consistently improve ourselves and our processes. By evolving, we ensure we are always progressing, adapting, and creating greater value for those we serve.

These core values are behind every decision we make and every behavior we create. They aren’t just words on a page.

In 2021 we:

• Raised over $15,000 for the Boys and Girls Club
• Donated over 1,600 water bottle reuses to Fill it Forward
• Donated more than 300 meals to the San Diego Food Bank through Vizer
• Assisted with the 100-wave challenge for the Boys to Men youth mentoring foundation

In 2022 we:

• Donated over 100 pairs of shoes to Souls 4 Souls
• Participated in raising funds for men’s health with the Movember challenge
• Donated more than 300 meals to the San Diego Food Bank through Vizer

In 2023 we:

• In conjunction with SDSU College of Health and Human Services, began a class-credit internship program within the Doctor of Physical Therapy and Exercise and Nutritional Science and trained two kinesiology interns
• Started partnership with SDSU adapted athletics program to donate our services to their athletes. Donated $3,300 worth of sessions

In 2024 we:

• Hosted a client appreciation dinner that raised $27,235 for the Challenged Athletes Foundation
• Donated time in the medical tent at the Challenged Athletes Foundation fundraiser
• Donated time at the SDSU adaptive athletics annual fundraiser and helped them raise over $12,000
• Donated $46,000 of sessions to SDSU adapted athletes
• Trained two kinesiology interns and first Doctor of Physical Therapy internship hosted by Nick Perkins
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In 2025 we:

• Held our grand opening in our new location as a fundraiser for the Challenged Athletes Foundation that raised over $25,000
• Donated time in the recovery tent at the Challenged Athletes Foundation triathlon challenge
• Partnered with San Diego State Adaptive Athletics to fundraise over $10,000 for their Lift-A-Thon challenge and donated time at the event to prep athletes for competition
• Donated over 250 hours of physical therapy services to adaptive athletes to compete in top form
• Trained two kinesiology interns and another Doctor of Physical Therapy internship

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‍In 2026 we:

• Raised $36,410 for Challenged Athletes Foundation to provide opportunties for challenged athletes to pursue the sport they love
• Trained two kinesiology interns and another Doctor of Physical Therapy internship

Untapped potential is one thing that pulls at our soul. The last thing we want is for someone to fall short of their goal because they didn’t have the knowledge or learned skill to achieve it. Information overload and a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness are not the answer. And inspiration and instruction are not enough on their own. This is why we exist.

Join our mission to create freedom and quality of life through the power of physical literacy and movement health. Join the Stretch Affect community. We invite you to be a part of like-minded individuals that come together to create change in a world that is so desperate for love, nurturing and support.

So, what does community mean to us? Everything.