Aprile Personal Training

My name is Lauren Aprile and I am a recently certified ACE (American Council on Exercise) Personal Trainer.  I also hold a black belt certification in Choy Lay Fut Kung Fu and I am an Owner/Instructor at Gig Harbor Karate Academy.

My interest in fitness began with ballet training as a youngster.  My dance background gave me a solid foundation of balance, leg strength and flexibility which helped me excel in Chinese Kung Fu.  As I progressed in kung fu I realized that although dance training was a great starting point for my career as an athlete, I had not focused enough time developing upper body strength.  This inspired me to learn and develop my body in new and challenging ways.

After my husband Julian purchased Gig Harbor Karate Academy I started to develop my skills as a martial arts & Boot Camp instructor and that sparked my interest in personal training.  I am thrilled to have achieved my goal of becoming a nationally certified personal trainer and I am excited to start my career.