THE TEAM

I’m very excited to introduce myself as the founder of OHA wellness. My name is Caroline, I grew up in France, and my background has always been in the wellness/healthcare sector.

I graduated with a master’s degree in management in the healthcare sector in 2017 and worked alongside some of the best and brightest leaders in this field in France before moving to Canada in 2018. My two main focuses are always to help clients in their lives and care deeply about my team’s happiness.

I have suffered from chronic back pain since I was 12 years old and always felt stressed. In order to feel better, I started practicing yoga, meditation, and receiving massage therapy. By focusing on my mental health and fitness, I found my confidence improving, and I brought this confidence and happiness into my relationships. I have also been passionate about entrepreneurship since I was very young and as a result, I decided to jump in and build OHA wellness to help people find a better way of living and lead happier lives. You can reach me anytime, I’ll be happy to discuss.

Hey there, 

My name is Cynthia & I am so excited to be joining the team here at OHA. I completed my 200hr teacher training in Bali in 2022 and I am absolutely bursting with excitement to share my teachings with the students of OHA. Since beginning my yoga journey many years ago, I have always gravitated towards the more spiritual, meditative & self reflective benefits of the practice. I have a huge passion for a vast array of yoga practice styles, however my heart really lies with a slower and more intentional practice. Don’t get me wrong, I still regularly crave a good & spicy vinyasa flow, but you can definitely always count me in for a replenishing restorative or a juicy yin class. 

I immediately resonated with what OHA wanted to bring to this city’s yoga community and I am beyond honoured to be one of their teachers as we gear up to open in March.

Natali is a certified Pilates Mat instructor with a deep love for art, nature, and anything rooted in beauty, line and form. Her classes are contemporary with a classic feel, with a focus on accessibility and providing modifications for all levels. Natali is also certified in Pre+Post Natal Pilates, offering expecting and new moms a dynamic and safe environment for physical movement.
Growing up with anatomical postural issues, Pilates was the only practice that provided not only immediate relief but also long-lasting solutions for Natali, and she is excited to share it with others.

Teaching and Learning sustain the core practice of Fernanda Cano – Nanda Yogini. Teaching full-time since 2000 made her embrace life and people more profoundly, compassionately and resourcefully. Her passion for Meditation and Yogic Arts pushed her to study, practice and teach in Brazil, the US, Canada, Europe, India, Nepal, China, and Japan, having accomplished over 4k hours of certifications and over 25 years studying and sharing Yoga, Meditation Fundamental Practices, Eastern Yogic Arts, Sound Bath and Mindfulness.

Fernanda Teaches from Classic Hatha (with Pranayama, Drishti and Bandhas) and Creative Vinyasa Flow to Blissful Restorative and Healing Yin sessions. She specializes in Mindfulness and Meditation, as well Sound Bath.She’s looking forward to connecting to humans in her unique and authentic classes.

My name is Lili, and I am so grateful to start a new journey with the OHA wellness team as a power yoga and vinyasa breath teacher. Yoga has always been important in my life, if not a lifestyle. This is why I decided to complete my 200 YTT in Bali with Santosha Yoga Institute.

I am currently at the University of Toronto in cognitive science, linguistics and Buddhist psychology, which merge well with Yoga and the vision of this beautiful urban refuge: finding global wellness through the power of mind, body and soul.

I grew up in Montreal speaking French, and giving bilingual classes is a fantastic opportunity for me to keep in touch with my native language. It also allows others to practice Yoga in the language they are comfortable with to stay in the present moment and focus on their breath and movement.

As a former swimming and aqua fitness instructor, I always had the drive to help people achieve their goals and feel good. I swam competitively at a national level, and to perform well, balancing mental and physical health was primordial.

I am very excited to share my knowledge and passion for Yoga while making people feel good, healthy and happy! I want to make people understand that Yoga is accessible to everybody and for everybody. I aim to make people aware of their breath and body connection, calm the mind, find peacefulness and inner power, develop strength, and increase their confidence in a fun, dynamic, peaceful environment.

She helps people from all walks of life create physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing for themselves through yoga, meditation and coaching. She believes we all have the potential to grow in our self-awareness, compassion and live healthy lives.

It’s a privilege of a lifetime to be able to contribute and share the practices of Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama, Mindfulness, Yoga Nidra, Self Inquiry , Ayurveda and Coaching.

She has had the opportunity to study and learn from inspiring mindfulness, meditation & yoga teachers across the globe such as Rod Stryker, Elena Brower, Emma Carbery, Shiva Rea , Poonam Stecher to name a few as well as draw learning and wisdom from Paramhansa Yogananda, Swami Rama , Swami Niranjan, Nisargadatta Maharaj, Ram Dass and Deepak Chopra. I am a certified wellness coach from the Human Potential Institute®, USA.

She completed her Yoga Teacher Training with Yogalife® & several modules of Prana Flow® in Europe.

She holds a Masters in Biomedical Engineering from University of Luebeck, Germany.She has conducted scientific research on Music Meditation and worked in the field of Digital Health and Wellness technology in Switzerland, Canada and Dubai.

She has taught at yoga studios & festivals in Dubai, Switzerland , Belgium & India. She has led group workplace mindfulness, meditation and yoga sessions for stress management, building resilience & emotional intelligence for private & corporate clients such as Prime Ministers Office, Reebok, Novartis, Marriot, Hilton, Daimler, Knauf with Mindfulness Dubai.In addition, She has also coached individuals for improved physical, mental and emotional wellbeing in Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Dubai, India and Canada over the past 12 years.

Pooja was introduced to Yoga asana practice early in her childhood and the seed that was planted then, fructified during her teenage years when she had the chance to dive deeper into the practice. This practice helped her gravitate towards the sense of being more present in the moment.

Enjoying this connectedness she felt on the mat, she got certified as a Yoga instructor and that was the beginning of her journey of sharing this wonderful ancient practice from India with others.

Pooja is also a certified Level 3 Mat pilates instructor and a Tibetan Sound bath practitioner.

In all her Yoga asana, breathwork, meditation and pilates classes she strives to make the accessible to all and most importantly make each class an experience that each participant will come out of, feeling more connected and aligned with the Divine.

Danielle is a student first and teacher second as she strives to create classes that find a perfect balance between both strength and ease. Her background in sociology informs the values she holds in creating classes rooted in inclusion and equity; promoting the implementation of movement in everyone’s daily practice while encouraging both accessibility and agency in one’s own practice.

Her classes are a reflection of her various training, mentorships and learnings as an avid Yoga, Pilates, Yin and Restorative student. Expect classes where you are encouraged to find a deeper connection to both your mind and body.

Her approach to teaching invites you to find an embodied feeling of presence through a mindful yet functional practice leaving you feeling both strong and relaxed.

Kim took her first yoga class about 7 years ago and it was love at first try. Yoga has brought so much positivity, emotion, strength, self-love, confidence and courage into her life. In 2022, she decided to travel to Bali to complete her 200hrs teacher training. After returning home, she began teaching and enjoys sharing her passion with her students.

The essence of her teaching style is finding balance and energy within the body through deep connection between the breath and movement.

Her classes explore mindfulness combine with energetic flowy transition. She keeps challenging herself to constantly learning new things and staying a student forever to find growth.

As a dedicated and compassionate yoga teacher, Luisa brings together a profound understanding of health science and a lifelong passion for wellness to guide individuals on their journey to inner harmony and physical vitality. With a Master of Science in Health Sciences, Luisa possesses an extensive knowledge of the human body, mind, and spirit, enhancing their ability to create transformative yoga experiences.

From a young age, a love for health and fitness has been the driving force in Luisa’s life, leading her to explore various avenues of holistic well-being. Luisa’s deep-rooted belief in the power of yoga to bring about inner peace inspires her to create a nurturing and supportive environment in her classes. Luisa’s classes are an embodiment of their mission to help people discover their inner strength, embrace mindfulness, and cultivate a sense of serenity amidst the demands of daily life.

Off the mat, Luisa continues to explore avenues for personal and professional growth, attending workshops, seminars, and engaging in ongoing study to refine her craft and enrich her teachings. Her dedication to fostering wellness extends beyond the studio, as Luisa strives to create a positive ripple effect that transforms lives and communities.

Meet Aldrin, a dedicated and passionate yoga instructor with a wealth of experience and expertise. With a completed RYT 500 certification and over four years of teaching experience, Aldrin brings a deep understanding of yoga philosophy and practice to every session. Having guided more than 450 students on their yoga journey, Aldrin is committed to fostering alignment, breathwork, and mindfulness in each class. With a genuine passion for yoga, Aldrin creates a supportive and inclusive environment where students can explore and grow in their practice. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey with Aldrin as your guide. 

Nicole Pitcher (she/her) is a Toronto-based Yoga, Pilates, Breathwork & Mediation Facilitator who believes that by cultivating inner awareness in a safe and supportive environment, we are able to deepen our connection to ourselves and others, sharpen our discernment and find a sense of ease in day-to-day living. Nicole is ever curious about exploring the history and roots of modern yoga, and she is an avid student of yoga philosophy.

Born and raised in the sunny south of France, Emma’s yoga journey took off in Canada where she totally fell in love with the practice.

Certified since 2022, she has been instructing yoga in various settings, including fitness & yoga studios, corporate events, private sessions and brand partnerships. Join her for playful all-level Vinyasa classes with the perfect blend of stretching and strengthening. And oui, French accent is included!

Virginie started her yoga journey in 2015. She discovered the benefits of a regular practice on her physical and mental well-being, and decided to deepen her knowledge by taking a Yoga Teacher Training. Virginie is born in France and teaches yoga in French and English. She specializes in Vinyasa, Cool Flow and Meditation. Being naturally curious, she is continuously learning and opening to other practices, through readings, sessions with different teachers, or retreats. Her favourite part of Yoga is her yearly retreat in Costa Rica, combining intense Yoga practice, relaxing on the beach and great food! She likes to keep her classes open to all levels. Her classes will help you to feel grounded and ready for your day!