Ayla graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology. She works for the Lions Gate Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. She is an ex-national level gymnast and a competitive gymnastics coach. She is a registered kinesiologist with the BCAK and has trained individuals with different musculoskeletal injuries. She has a background in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and maintenance. She is also a Child Life volunteer with the BC Children’s Hospital and a Morning Caller with Senior Services Society of BC. She speaks English, Arabic, and French.