Hello, I'm Marni

I am a loving and nurturing woman with a generous heart, honesty, and integrity. Growing up in Toronto as the eldest of three sisters, I was inspired by my mother, a medical librarian, and my father, a top franchise lawyer. A gifted artist, I express my creativity and leadership through songwriting, public speaking, dance, and painting.

As a social innovator and designer, I bring over ten years of entrepreneurial experience, having successfully run three businesses in education, the arts, yoga, and life coaching. With more than 15 years of teaching in challenging environments, I have made a meaningful impact on vulnerable children.

My journey in yoga has deepened my intuition and insight, which I’ve shared with many through yoga, music, and mindfulness. I believe every obstacle is an opportunity for growth, and I bring a deep understanding of solutions in business, health, and culture. My “Waves of the Heart Integrative Medicine Blueprint” represents my life’s purpose, and I invite you to co-create a business that contributes to a better world.

I hold an Honours BA in Women's Studies from McGill University, a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Radio and Television from Ryerson University, and a Bachelor of Education from OISE at the University of Toronto. After over ten years of involvement in Toronto’s West African drum and dance community, I had the incredible opportunity to study Traditional Drum and Dance in the Malinke and Soussou traditions in Guinea, West Africa, in 2013.

For more than ten years, I have studied Traditional Hatha Yoga with the Sivananda Organization and deepened my understanding of mindfulness through local groups such as Satipanna Insight Meditation and True Peace Sangha. These experiences have shaped my approach to teaching and creative expression, combining movement, stillness, and awareness in meaningful ways.

In 2017, I recorded five original songs for a family album titled Waves of Change, produced by Jerry Brodey. I also developed the Move-N-Music method, which brings yoga and mindfulness to children through the arts. Singing with the Sing for Joy Community Choir and drawing inspiration from artists like Michael Jackson, Des’ree, and Coco Love Alcorn continue to nourish my love for music and community.