“Elesa Commerse teaches from a place of deep acceptance that, for all her students, offers a profound healing. Her teachings are steeped in loving kindness and generosity. Her language, sensitivity, chanting and poetry touch places in our being that are so hard to reach, they nourish the innermost chambers of the heart.”
Tias Little
author of The Thread of Breath, River Flow and Freeing the Bird of Prana
“Elesa says her mother taught her how to love, and now, through extensive training, self-study, and personal practice, she’s made it her life’s work to teach others the wisdom of the heart. Every time I chant with her, listen to her speak, or simply sit in the presence of her calm strength, my understanding of what this means grows. She inspires me with her humility, grace, and quiet power to ‘raise the vibration,’ as she once put it. Elesa’s ability to demonstrate compassion, loving kindness, and peace is limitless. Her commitment to teaching Truth, integrity, and healing is beyond measure.”
Kim Wilcox, CYT 500hr, Moksha Yoga Faculty
“Besides being an excellent meditation teacher, Elesa is also an experienced meditation practitioner. She understands the deeper implications of the energies created in meditation and how people can use them to create positive effects in their own lives.”
Swami Karasananda-ji
The Temple of Kriya Yoga
“I have been deeply touched by Elesa’s teaching and by the compassionate, non-judgemental and warm presence she brings to all those with whom she communicates. Her gift for speaking with kindness and truth, listening clearly, and sharing inner contentment derived from years of personal meditation practice are clearly brought forth in her teaching.
In her teaching, Elesa demonstrates a gift for making people feel fully recognized and accepted as they are…Her maturity, insight, strength and wish to aid and inspire others to improve their own lives through the practice of meditation are wonderful assets for a teacher. I consider it a privilege to know Elesa and believe that her students will recognize her as a resource for inspiration, healing and inner peace.”
Swami Margapali-ananda
The Temple of Kriya Yoga
“I originally signed up for Elesa Commerse’s meditation class because I was looking for ways to reduce the stress in my life. In the class, Elesa introduced many different meditation techniques so we could each find what worked best for us. I found ways to reduce my stress, and I found so very much more. Through her gentle, compassionate example, Elesa encouraged me to look more deeply inside myself, to find peace and gentleness and joy within and to offer it back to the world. At the same time, she helped me to be more aware of each moment, to be more focused, to appreciate what is around me. Elesa started my search for answers to questions I hadn't realized I was asking. I continue to take classes with Elesa, and continue to truly appreciate her natural abilities as a teacher and the warmth and caring she brings with her wherever she goes.”
Renee Schwartz
Chicago, Illinois
“Elesa, you have the most beautiful heart and smile. Your presence brings peace and loving kindness to the largest room. It’s almost as if I can see this aura of love around you. You opened my eyes to life and living and love and I thank you for that enlightenment. Can I take you home!”
Linda B.
Cleveland, Ohio
“Elesa…thank you so much for your wonderful presence
and invaluable teachings at the retreat. Your words of wisdom
and compassion have made a profound impact on my heart and soul.
You appear as an angel with mighty wings and I thank the divine
grace of God that I was able to fly alongside you — to discover
the breadth, width, and strength of my own wings. Elesa, you are
an enormous inspiration. Back here in Melbourne I have started
a women’s circle — a gathering of (feathery) friends
to share poetry, literature, stories, myth and music — I
hope to generate the planting of compassionate seeds for myself
and for others, as you have for me.
Namaste, Elesa.”
Amber P.
Melbourne, Australia
“Your presence was a much needed gift. During your classes, I felt my heart open and some energy in my body/mind/spirit shifted — I felt a deep sense of peace and love in your presence. Thank you for being here with us. It was BEAUTIFUL — you are BEAUTIFUL…as my mother used to say to me, you are amazing grace.”
Jenise B.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
“This was profoundly powerful for me! I was most deeply
touched by the loving kindness meditation.
I so appreciated your generosity in making time for me to speak
with you. Thank you so much for making such a beautiful contribution
to my life.”
Katy D.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
“Elesa is filled with peace and loving kindness that spills out with every smile and look she sends your way.”
David L.
Jasper, Georgia
“Elesa helped me feel worthy of love.”
Carrie W.
Bluffton, South Carolina
“Elesa, your presence and kind eyes are an invitation for peace and joy. I truly appreciated being in your presence. Thank you.”
Farzaneh N.
Pasadena, California
“My heart opened…I…became more of who I am meant to be.”
Kate M.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
“Dear Elesa…You are so very precious. Thank you for sharing your stories and your love and for your wonderful meditations. You have touched my heart deeply and I will remember you with tenderness and your beautiful smile with joy. In lovingkindness,”
Clare
Enmore, Australia
“The meditation with Elesa was gorgeous. I think mostly it was her own radiance and beauty that was the greatest inspiration.”
Natalie
London, England
“I was quite riveted by how the spirit moved through you. I liked that you used notes. The whole experience deepened my understanding of love and my commitment to be more conscious about it.”
Preston W.
Bradenton, Florida
“Elesa’s languaging expands my capacity to love myself and others and gives me a richer vocabulary to express that love.”
Meghan B.
“Elesa Commerse is a wonderful meditation teacher. Her warmth and vitality make her classes a joy to participate in. Elesa gently leads her students down the path to peace and clarity of mind, while making the practice of meditation accessible. I came to Elesa’s classes to learn more about meditation and to get some guidance with establishing my own practice. I learned a variety of techniques and have found some that I really resonate with and use regularly. Elesa’s classes provide a peaceful respite from the chaos of daily life. But more importantly, her classes have shown me that through meditation, I can access this peacefulness at any time and in any place because it exists within me.”
Lara P.
Chicago, Illinois
“I am simply so very grateful for this most wonderful opportunity to meet you and work with you this week — a most welcome surprise…your voice and presence feel magical to me! I was able to settle in and be present and calm in a way I had never before been able to reach…a letting go and coming to at the same time. Thank you. Thank you.”
Lisa C.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
“Thank you also for inviting Elesa to join with us — she has and is a pool of gentle energy that melts the hardened heart with her love. God Bless you Elesa in every step of your path.”
Gail M.
Annandale, Townsville, Australia
“Each day I felt the clouds of deception were lifted, allowing me to experience a part of my flower nature. Your presence is like having the Divine hand ever so near…”
Level III Yoga Teacher Trainee
“Elesa shares her knowledge with an energy filled with grace, patience, courage and compassion. The combination of personal stories and touching poetry struck resonance in my heart and spirit everyday.”
Michelle B.
“While I have read about meditation and have tried meditation on my own and in groups during yoga trainings, this was my first experience having a teacher. Elesa is a loving, knowledgeable person who expanded my experience of and knowledge of meditation. This experience left me wanting more!”
Ann B.
Bloomington, Illinois
“I have been to several meditation trainings but did not enjoy them. The way you taught us and spoke to us really opened my desire to meditate more and to have a deeper understanding of what meditation does for me.”
Michelle K.
Vail, Colorado
“Elesa teaches with genuine passion. Her clear presence is very inspirational.”
Tiffany T.
London, England
“I felt Elesa was radiating love to all of us. She was accepting of all; kind; helpful and generous in her teachings. My heart was touched deeply.”
Cathy J.
Athens, Georgia
“It was a blessing walking a few steps with you along our path.”
Sheila S.
Findlay, Ohio
“I enjoyed how Elesa covered a variety of styles of meditation. I was able to find one that was accessible to me.”
Level III Yoga Teacher Trainee
“My experience is highlighted by Elesa’s nature – pure essence Self – being who she is in each moment. That is the greatest teaching I am with. How to be your gentle Truth, bold Truth, Wisdom Truth in each precious breath.”
Alana G.
“Once again, your loving-kindness in presenting the practice and knowledge of meditation truly reflect your passion for it. It is an inspiration for me and a door opener to be present for life and to live in the moment. Thank you!”
Lori
Chicago, Illinois
“An overall wonderful experience. I learned so much and felt so much! Thank You!”
Maya K.
Israel
“You have a warm and gracious manner. Your voice is gentle and melodic. I enjoyed hearing you speak. Really liked the emphasis on flowers throughout the discussions. It tied everything together in a very loving manner.”
Francie S.
Juneau, Arkansas
Thanks for all the tools that I received to help me be present and receptive to the moments and people that life provides! Thanks also for all of the inspirational quotes and poems. And most of all, for your wisdom!
Lauri B.
Ketchum, Idaho
“I looked forward each morning to sharing the hour with Elesa – her voice, her presence, her gift she brings to each student. I feel like I’m in a better world because of people like her.”
Karen A.
Atlanta, Georgia
“Just being close to you made me feel like I was with a very special person.”
Diane M.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
“Just being in Elesa’s presence I feel lighter, safe and relaxed. Her words and voice and message are both helpful and beautiful. She reminds us of just how good we are as we are and encourages us to keep growing and challenging ourselves.”
Sandy N.
Chicago, Illinois
“I would love to study with you.”
Judy M.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
“In her loving, caring, knowledgeable ways, Elesa Commerse has unlocked the mystery of meditation for me. Thanks to Elesa’s mindful teaching, I now possess a greater desire to meditate and understand a variety of meditation techniques to practice. I look forward to future classes with Elesa.”
Lori Norman
Evanston, Illinois