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.

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.

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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!

Start Your Retreat Journey

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

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Qigong

Leigh offers x2 weekly Modern Qigong classes,

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

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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 14th & 21st December 3pm - 4.30pm
- Transformational Sound Immersion with Jezer: Monday 8th December, 7pm

Join a Sound Healing Session

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 Trauma Therapist 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

Upcoming Special Events & Courses

Multiple retreat options in 2026!

Go To Event Page Here

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.

Contact the team