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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 ACC Group-Based Therapy for South Canterbury, including Trauma-Informed Yoga, Voice, Safe Expressions & Boundaries, and Trauma Recovery Day Retreat. 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

We are proud to be the providers of ACC Group-Based therapy in South Canterbury.  
Yoga

We offer a wide range of yoga options every week in Timaru: 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. 
4 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 every Wednesday, 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

- 12 & 26th July, 4pm to 5.30pm, $35


Transformational Sound Immersion with Jezer:

- 3rd August, 7pm, $20

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, trauma-informed yoga teacher and Speech-Language Therapist. She works with Timaru Trauma Therapist Amanda Webber to offer ACC Group-Based Therapy classes (including Trauma-Informed Yoga) that are fully funded by ACC for sensitive claims clients. 

Leigh also offers Gentle 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

  • Masters in Speech & Language Therapy

  • Yoga Alliance member

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Upcoming Special Events & Courses

Multiple retreat options in 2026!

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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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