Before moving to the UK, Gi lived in Tokyo for over a decade as a Lecturer in International Relations and an Interpreter for the Japanese Ministry of International Trade and Industry. After having two boys, she was diagnosed with a herniated spine and tried several solutions including physiotherapy for many years. Her Pilates journey began over 17 years ago, when offered surgery as a last resort but then was recommended Pilates by a friend.

Gi is passionate about Pilates and became a teacher in 2016. She understands how difficult it is to live with chronic pain and wants to use her knowledge of Pilates to help you move better. She has a comprehensive Pilates certification and is a 3rd generation Pilates teacher. Gi regularly learns and practices Classic Pilates with her mentors. She also actively joins development workshops to advance her own goals. Gi loves to share her knowledge and new learnings with her clients.

She is currently based in Edinburgh with a husband and three children. When not doing Pilates, Gi is also a passionate foodie who enjoys baking sourdough, cooking and experimenting with fermentation.