Meet Our Founder
Vonnette Forde
Vonnette Forde is the heart and soul behind Higher Love Yoga & Wellness, a platform dedicated to empowering individuals through yoga, mindfulness, and holistic self-care. As a yoga instructor, wellness practitioner, reiki master, and community builder, she is passionate about making self-care feel accessible, culturally resonant, and deeply healing.
Vonnette is deeply passionate about the intersection of beauty and wellness, believing that true beauty radiates from inner balance, self-care, and intentional well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, she emphasizes the importance of integrating movement, breathwork, and mindful rituals to enhance confidence, energy, and overall vibrancy.
With a background in movement, mindfulness, and holistic wellness, Vonnette integrates breathwork, journaling, sound healing, and the rhythmic energy of African and Caribbean culture into her offerings. She believes that wellness should be an experience—one that uplifts, empowers, and connects people to themselves and their roots.
Vonnette’s work extends across various wellness spaces, offering yoga programs, wellness retreats, and corporate wellness experiences. She has collaborated with major organizations, including The Canadian National Exhibition, Ontario Place, The Toronto District School Board (TDSB), The Toronto Black Film Festival (TBFF), and Lululemon, bringing transformative wellness experiences to diverse communities.
As a wellness advocate, Vonnette is passionate about sharing her expertise on the unique connection between beauty and well-being. She welcomes opportunities to speak on panels, exploring how yoga, breathwork, and self-care contribute to a radiant, healthy life from the inside out. Vonnette’s mission is clear: to cultivate joy, balance, and well-being through movement and community.
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