Our Story: The Origin of Piaf Alignment Studio

Studio Philosophy

**Mind to Spirit* Rehab to Performance*

"From Mind to Spirit, From Rehabilitation to Performance"

We believe that the foundation of health lies in the balance and alignment of body and mind. Through scientific and functional movement guidance and comprehensive mind-body healing, we help everyone who comes to Piaf rediscover their own strength and stability. We are committed to being not only a space focused on physical rehabilitation and performance enhancement, but also a place that guides people to explore their inner selves and pursue life balance.

Here, we emphasise:

Focused Alignment: Harmonious alignment of body and mind, allowing strength to flow naturally
Life Balance: Learning to pause from busy life and find your own rhythm
Self-Growth: Feeling the possibility of progress and breakthrough in every practice

Mission Statement

The mission of Piaf Alignment Studio is to:

Provide a supportive and inclusive environment that helps everyone achieve transformation from rehabilitation to peak performance through Pilates and yoga
Integrate the concept of body alignment into every detail, bringing body and mind into harmony and opening possibilities for free flight
Share knowledge and experience, reminding everyone to cherish the balance of body, mind, and life, thereby improving overall quality of life

Brand Spirit

"Wellness is living in alignment with the needs of your body, mind and spirit."

At Piaf Alignment Studio, we believe that health is not just about physical strength, but about the harmonious unity of body, mind, and spirit.

"Piaf" symbolises elegance, balance, and freedom; "Alignment" represents stability, alignment, and connection.

In the bustling heart of the city, exercise often becomes mechanical and rushed. Piaf Alignment Studio was born from a desire to create more than just a workout space—it's a sanctuary where people can return to their essence, listen to their inner voice, rediscover themselves, and find life balance.

Through the practice of Pilates and Yoga, we help you:

Rediscover your body's stability and strength
Listen to your mind's quiet voice
Experience life with lightness and confidence

We don't just share exercise methods; we share a philosophy of living with intention and warmth—about health, knowledge, and self-nurturing.

We hope everyone who enters Piaf Alignment Studio can realign themselves here, regain physical stability, embark on their own journey of soaring, and live a life of ease, elegance, and freedom.

The Founder's Story

Afro, the founder of Piaf Alignment Studio, is a woman who has faced countless challenges but never gave up on self-growth and balance. Her story is not only the soul of the studio but also an inspiration to countless people:

First Inspiration from Yoga

In a high-pressure life, Afro accidentally encountered yoga, which made her realize the importance of life balance and led to deep practice. However, after completing her 200-hour yoga teaching certification in 2019, she suffered a shoulder injury that led to cervical and spinal paralysis for six months. This experience sparked her interest in exercise therapy. Starting with studying her own body, she learned self-observation and proper body alignment through breathing. She discovered how to repair the body and build strength through breathing, establishing a solid foundation. This experience made her deeply feel the importance of effective breathing for brain relaxation. She hopes to lead students to rediscover themselves in a more scientific way, believing that everyone can create different possibilities through effort.

Fighting Illness and Rebirth

Two years ago, Afro was diagnosed with stage 3 nasopharyngeal lymphoma after neglecting rest. During her battle with the disease, her previous yoga practice gave her enough willpower to face the challenge, while also reminding her of the preciousness of body balance and health. After treatment, her extremely weak and fragile body couldn't stand or live normally. With the help of Reformer Pilates, she gradually regained stability and strength. This was the beginning of her love for Reformer. Through this experience, she deeply understood the journey from complete helplessness to full recovery of strength.

The Birth of the Brand

Afro's experience gave her a profound understanding that the balance of work, body, and life is fundamental to health and happiness. This is why she founded Piaf Alignment Studio, hoping to help more people find body-mind alignment through Pilates and yoga, achieving the transformation "from mind to soul, from rehabilitation to performance."

Community Care & Vision

Beyond individual guidance, Piaf Alignment Studio actively collaborates with community centers to share this passion for health and balance with more people in need. We believe everyone deserves a healthy body and peaceful mind, and we hope to bring more positive impact to the community through our efforts.