SCOUT INSTRUCTOR SERIES - April

Meet April! She started Pilates over a decade ago while recovering from a back injury, and it’s safe to say she got addicted and never looked back! When she’s not teaching, you might find her in the ocean as she loves her daily swim.

APRIL SKERL

Age: 27

Star sign: Taurus

How long have you been teaching Pilates? For 1.5 years.

How did you first get into Pilates? I first started Pilates when I hurt my back 12 years ago. When I got strong enough I started to come to classes and then it’s safe to say I came addicted. After the first lockdown, I finally bit the bullet and studied to become a teacher and it’s been one of the best things I’ve ever done.

What’s your favourite Pilates pose? I must say I’m addicted to any type of lunge. I love experimenting with them.

What’s your favourite thing about teaching at Scout Pilates? To pick one thing is impossible. Between the beautiful studio and the teachers that are all so supportive, it’s hard not to feel inspired. But watching every single client that comes in bouncing with positive energy and ready for that cheeky burn in any class gives me that extra boost.

Enough Pilates chat, what in your life gives you the most energy? Definitely swimming in the ocean. Summer or winter I’m one of those people that believe a cheeky swim can make you feel the best.

Tell us your favourite place to eat in the inner west and what you order there? Another hard question! My latest obsession is Odd Culture Newtown, because of their funky vibe and amazing food and drinks.

What advice would you give to your 15-year-old self? If you don’t back yourself and love yourself first then no one can.

Last great book that you read? Small great things. Jodi Picoult. Very interesting

If you could travel ANYWHERE tomorrow, where would you go? I want to join everyone in Europe right now. Especially Greece!!

What goal do you want to achieve by the end of the year? To find a healthy work life balance and work on @alignwithapril!