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Welcome to Leigh Marsden Holistic Health

Powerful practices that help you feel better

Welcome to Leigh Marsden Holistic Health. We offer a diverse range of practices, including yoga, qigong, meditation, breathwork, and sound therapy from our beautiful studio at 144 Stafford Street, Timaru, NZ. We are the providers of Trauma-Informed Yoga for South Canterbury (ACC funding available for those with a sensitive claim). Whether you're seeking gentle movement, deeper relaxation, body-based therapy, or a space to reconnect with yourself on a deeper level, our experienced and friendly team are here to support you on your wellness journey, in a beautiful, welcoming space. 

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Our Offerings

Yoga

We offer a wide range of yoga options every week in Timaru: $5 Yoga, Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Flow Yoga, Chair-Based Yoga and Trauma-Informed Yoga classes every week in Timaru, plus a weekly class in Geraldine.

Retreats

Leigh and the team offer a range of retreat experiences to suit your intentions and budget. Day, evening, and extended retreat options are held in South Canterbury and Christchurch, NZ, with finance options available. 
2 x extended silent retreat options in 2026!

Breathwork

Certified Breathwork coach, Leigh, offers breathing workshops and 1:1 sessions for those looking to improve breathing technique and capacity, balance the nervous system, or connect with the deeper wisdom. 

1:1 Breathwork Journey available

Qigong

Leigh offers a weekly Modern Qigong class, a gentle yet powerful practice that balances the nervous system and enhances vital Life Energy through flowing, meditative movements.
Qigong classes only $5! 

Sound Therapy

Experience deep relaxation and the healing, transformative effects of vibrations with a 1:1 or group sound therapy session. 
Next group sessions:
- Restorative Sound Baths with Kelly: 
Sundays 16 & 23 November 3pm - 4.30pm
- Transformational Sound Immersion with Jezer: Monday 3rd November, 7pm

Antenatal Classes

Accessible, inclusive, and practical antenatal education in Canterbury. Our classes, offered as relaxed weekly sessions or weekend intensives, are evidence-based, interactive, and community-focused. Welcoming to all families, including LGBTQ+, with real talk, plenty of laughs, and support every step of the way.

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Get to know Leigh

Leigh is a registered yoga teacher and a trauma-informed yoga teacher. She works with Timaru Counsellor Amanda Webber to offer trauma-informed yoga classes in Timaru that are fully funded by ACC for sensitive claims clients. Please contact Leigh to discuss trauma-informed yoga sessions.

Leigh also offers Gentle Yoga, Chair-Based Yoga, Qigong and Breathwork classes that can be helpful for anxiety, high stress, chronic tension, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and more.

Certifications

  • Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) 200 Yoga Teacher

  • Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitator

  • Qigong Teacher

  • ​Certified Breath Coach

  • Yoga Alliance member

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Upcoming Special Events & Courses

Check out our upcoming special events, workshops, and retreats designed to deepen your practice and foster inner connection.

Special Guest 
Yin Yoga with Celine

Retreat Dates:

  • 16th November 2026, 6pm - 7.30pm

Location:

Cost:

  • $20, Bookings essential - minimum needed to go ahead.
     

Experience Includes:

Join visiting yoga teacher Celine for an evening of self-care in our beautiful studio. A sacred journey into self-love, release, and deep relaxation.

No experience needed. For all levels. Bring your favourite pillow and blanket (or borrow ours) and anything else you might enjoy (e.g. eye pillow, crystals).

 

Ready to begin your journey?

Whether you're eager to join a class, book a private session, or simply want to learn more about our upcoming events, we're here to support you every step of the way on your wellness journey.

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