Mariko Mariko started Yoga in 1995, after experiencing its benefits through her first pregnancy whilst living in Tokyo. Through the pregnancy, regular yoga practice had helped her overcome lower back issues. After relocating to Singapore in 2002, Mariko gained her Diploma in Teaching the Science and Art of Yoga, certified by Svastha Yoga and Ayurveda, under the guidance of A G Mohan. She has subsequently acquired a Yin Yoga teaching certificate. Mariko teaches Hatha and Yin yoga classes in English and Japanese. At COMO Shambhala, Mariko teaches the Yin class.