Imogen Sykes
Studio manager & Pilates and Barre instructor
Where did you grow up?
Yorkshire! I grew up in the countryside about an hour away from York.
How did you discover Pilates?
I trained as a dancer and we did Pilates as part of our conditioning. I felt it was so beneficial so I decided to become an instructor after graduating alongside auditioning. I’ve never looked back 🙂 I’ve learned a lot since then though!
Aside from Pilates, what do you do to relax?
I love baking! I find it really therapeutic but, at times, slightly stressful…
Do you have any pets?
Yes, lots of people will know because I go on about him a lot 😀 I have a Labrador puppy called Billy. He is the best.
What skill would you most like to learn?
So many! I would really LOVE to be able to play the piano. I’d also love to be able to speak French, do a backflip and learn aerial hoop… the list goes on.
What is your go to Pilates exercise?
I do love a Roll Over but the Superman exercise is probably my go to. Simple but effective.
What do you love about YPP?
Lou’s ethos. Pilates is for everybody and I feel YPP is one of the only studios I’ve taught at that is genuinely inclusive.