Viv Smith
B.Ed (Hons), MA, Dip.LC, BIBHViv is a fully qualified Buteyko Practitioner and a member of the BIBH (Buteyko Institute of Breathing and Health). She is trained to empower people to naturally overcome the symptoms of asthma, blocked nose, allergies (including hay-fever), snoring, sleep apnoea and stress related disorders. Her background is in teaching and nursing and she is also a qualified life-coach
Viv trained with Jennfier Stark, a world expert on the Buteyko Method. For over twenty years, Viv struggled with severe asthma symptoms. The illness ruled her life, forcing her to give-up many of the activities she loved. Her life changed forever when she learnt the Buteyko Breathing Method, and she is now both symptom free and medication free
Viv's purpose is to inspire, educate and empower people to achieve their best possible health and well-being.
She is based in Nelson and teaches across South Island
Viv is married to Andy, who supports her in running 'Buteyko Wellness' and they have three sons - Matt and Si based in Queenstown, and Tom in England
Viv's interests include tramping, cross-country skiing and mountain biking. She is an avid reader and also plays guitar and African djembe drums
Click here to hear Viv interviewed live on Radio Nelson
