About me

Science, soul & real-life experience.

Hi, I'm Andrea a health coach, retreat leader and former physiotherapist with a passion and enthusiasm for helping people implement life changing behaviours.

Andrea Hadden, founder of Guided Growth

About

Who am I

I am a qualified health coach (PreKure) and former physiotherapist with a life-long fascination for people. I am family focused, with 5 young adult children and supported by my loving husband, Peter.

Out and about

Where you'll find me

  • Walking in the nearest green space
  • Floating in a river or at sea
  • Enjoying the presence of a fluffy animal
  • Exploring new cultures
  • Reading the latest research or book โ€“ anything health-related

A few favourites

My 5 favourite things

  1. My slice
  2. A moment in the sunshine with my favourite tea combination (English Breakfast and ginger)
  3. Steamy shower with a lavender shower steamer and tropical rainforest music, followed by an EmbodyMe oil self-massage
  4. Hot flow yoga class with Julie
  5. Gathering the family for a meal (always with enough for extras)

Health Coach

Science-based foundation

100+

Clients supported

104

Years of parenting

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Growth possible

Alongside

The team you'll meet on retreat

Our retreats are co-held by a small team โ€“ quiet experts whose practice shapes the rhythm of every day.

Resident yoga teacher

Julie Rasmussan

Julie's flow brings movement and mindfulness that guides you home to yourself.

@julieinnewzealand

Resident outdoor specialist

Sharon Blackburn

Nature has a way of resetting us. Hiking in the mountains brings clarity, calm, resilience and perspective โ€“ whilst reminding us how lucky we are to have these wild places here in NZ.