Debbie Sumner, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator | Therapeutic Yin | Yoga teacher 500+ hours.
Kia Ora, I’m Debbie Sumner, a yoga teacher based in the Nelson/Tasman area. I’ve been practicing yoga since my teenage years, and it has been a source of calm and grounding throughout my life. For the past 15 years, I’ve taught various movement practices, including Middle Eastern dance, group fitness, and yoga, while also working as a health coach in primary health.
With over 500 hours of training in Hatha, trauma-informed yoga, mental health awareness, therapeutic Yin, restorative yoga, and chair yoga, I aim to offer nurturing and empowering practices for my students.
I live in the beautiful Nelson region with my husband and two children, enjoying nature and the simple pleasures of life. As my practice has deepened, I’ve embraced a more mindful and balanced approach to teaching, supporting others on their wellness journeys.