Awaken the light within.

Nourish your body, calm the mind
and reconnect to your true self. 

At the heart of Sitara Yoga is a deep belief in the power of connection — to self, to community, and to the earth.

My intention is to hold safe, welcoming spaces where you can soften, listen inward, and move in harmony with your own natural rhythm.

Yoga & Movement Classes

Community Classes

Upcoming Retreats and Events

Upcoming Events and Retreats

Trauma Informed Yoga

Therapeutic and ACC registered

Coaching

One-on-One Wellness Coaching
Debbie Sumner seated in meditation in a natural seaside setting at sunset during a yoga practice in Mapua
Whether you’re seeking a moment of calm, a path toward healing, or a way to reconnect with your inner spark, I am here to support you

DEBBIE SUMNER

Founder, Teacher

SHINE FROM WITHIN

Sitara means “starlight,” and it captures the heart of what I offer:

Kia Ora, I’m Debbie Sumner, founder of Sitara Yoga, based in the beautiful Nelson–Tasman region of Aotearoa New Zealand.

With over 30 years of personal yoga practice and more than a decade of teaching experience, I offer you a gentle grounding space to reconnect. My background also includes many years working in group fitness & Health promotion,  giving me a deep understanding of movement, body awareness, and how to support people of all ages and abilities.