About Kandace Ihimaera Smiler

Ngāti Paoa, Te Ati Awa, Te Aitanga a Mahaki

Kairongoā and Hauora Coach

Kandace Smiler is passionate about empowering women through the principles of Rongoā Māori and modern health coaching. Her expertise lies in combining traditional Māori practices with holistic health techniques, offering a unique approach that addresses the root causes of imbalance and fosters sustained well-being. Kandace’s approach is grounded in tikanga (customs) and manaakitanga (compassionate care), creating a safe space for healing and growth.

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Women's Health

Wahine Hauoura

Kandace also specialises in women’s health, integrating practices like cycle syncing, maramataka (Māori lunar calendar alignment), and nutrition guidance to support hormonal balance, emotional well-being, and overall vitality.

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Hauora Coaching

Koha Fitness and Health Club

Kandace’s expertise lies in designing personalised fitness programs that empower women across all stages of life. She is particularly passionate about supporting women’s reproductive health, helping clients navigate hormonal cycles, and addressing the unique challenges of pre- and post-pregnancy fitness. Her programs combine modern training methods with insights from epigenetics to optimise individual health outcomes.

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Tēnā koutou katoa

Kia ora! I’m Kandace, a passionate kairongoā (practitioner of traditional Māori healing) and hauora (well-being) coach with nearly a decade of experience in guiding individuals toward holistic health and empowerment.

My journey in wellness began with a deep respect for the balance of mind, body, and spirit, which I’ve cultivated through my Diploma in Sport and Recreation, epigenetics-based health coaching, and Rongoā Māori training. My approach uniquely blends modern fitness techniques with the ancient wisdom of Rongoā Māori, offering a truly holistic pathway to achieving well-being.

As a kairongoā, I specialise in traditional healing practices, including Mirimiri (massage therapy), Rongoā Rākau (native plant remedies), and Whakawhiti Kōrero (therapeutic conversations), to support physical, emotional, and spiritual balance. As a hauora coach, I focus on creating tailored fitness and health programs, empowering women to embrace their strength, navigate their hormonal cycles, and achieve their health goals through every stage of life—including pre- and post-pregnancy wellness.

I am passionate about helping wāhine (women) reclaim their well-being and thrive in all areas of their lives. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your body, heal through traditional practices, or embrace a balanced and sustainable lifestyle, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

Let’s work together to achieve your hauora and discover your mauri ora (flourishing well-being).

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Choose from our two locations; New Brighton and Christchurch City. Or book for an Online Consultation.

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