Testimonials from Students
As Courses on the web are new to most people, I am providing some testimonials students have sent about their participation. It has been a rewarding experience for me to teach on the web, but I will allow you to make up your mind from what is written below.
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I love studying with Komilla. I feel very blessed to take her classes and three years have gone by so fast. I love her style of teaching and appreciate that she breaks down a very complicated system into digestible pieces for each step of this journey. Her organization of the concepts makes sense. My favorite lessons are the hidden topics of Jyotish that I don’t hear other teachers discuss. As someone with the lagna lord in the 8th house this speaks to my soul! It opens up the vastness of the subject and inspires me to go deeper into each layer. I also love the lessons on mantra sadhana and look forward to incorporating more of that in my personal practice. I will continue to take the advanced courses as I want to be present for anything Komilla is willing to teach.
Komilla Sutton’s Prediction Course year 3 is a wise investment. Here she teaches secrets of astrological timing of life events while building on year 2 concepts. Then she offers more advanced chart analysis and predictive techniques such as Relationship Compatibility and the Panchanga, just to name a few. Komilla teaches how to put it all together as well as providing guidance for a successful astrological practice.
Thank you!
Komilla Sutton's Foundation course in Vedic Astrology is eye-opening. Since we are studying in a live webinar format, it feels like we (Komilla and us students) are together in person. The presentation slides, example charts of famous people and the students offer practical illustrations of the points in the slides as we proceed in the classes. These are fun and informative.
'm learning a lot of the ancient science of Jyotisha from the webinars and feel lucky to have found a live Guru like Komilla Sutton. I will continue with her subsequent courses.
I recommend this webinar course to anyone who wants to learn authentic Vedic Astrology
I took Level II and Level III classes and really enjoy them. Komilla is a very knowledgeable guru. She prepares materials very well and is very efficient in teaching. Her classes cover the most common topics of Vedic astrology and she introduced a lot of Indian traditions to us. Her books are also clearly written and worth reading!
I started studying with Komillaji in 2020. I am finishing the 3 years program in 2 years. It was too good that I couldn't stop learning. Komillaji is always there for you. She is in-person teaching you everything she knows. There's no reservation, only pure love and wisdom. Her classes are very well structured, planned out, thought through. You build up the knowledge layers upon layers as the way it should be. The recordings are very helpful to review the lessons time after time. The manuals are the gem. So much wisdom in it. You can always refer back to it, do a quick search and find what you need. Komillaji is kind, wise, knowledgeable, deep in Jyotish. She not only teaches Joytish, but she also embodies the heart and soul of Jyotish. That's the way she lives. I am ever so lucky to be able to find her as my Guruji for shining the light on me. You don't want to miss this opportunity because you don't know when you will encounter such a brilliant soul on this earth plane again. I wish the same luck upon you. Namaste.
I am now in my 2nd year studying Rules of Interpretation. I’ve started as a beginner with no knowledge - most of the students already knew things like 10th from 10th and 4th from 4th - I had no idea what it was. The study progresses with a tempo that allows even a beginner like me to learn and become confident in the acquired knowledge. For me, the study of Jyotish with Komillaji has become a holy grail that gently guides me towards spirituality and higher understanding.
As a long-time student, I can unequivocally attest to Komilla’s love of Vedic Astrology. A subject she teaches with a breadth of knowledge that is always informative and never ceases to amaze the avid listener. From the beginner to the advanced student Komilla consistently leads one on a path to a clearer understanding of this very complex topic. I have learned so much from her studiously prepared lectures, as well as, thought-provoking discussions.
For those interested in Jyotish Komilla’s classes, trips, books and BAVA seminars offer many wonderful opportunities for growth and learning. I am already looking forward to next year!
I love to be in Komilla Ji's class. She is a brilliant teacher. She is well organised as well as her material. Her presentation is one layer at a time which makes it easy to understand. She fills her lecture with so much knowledge, she willingly shares secrets and gives out a lot of techniques. I have grown in my astrology so much this year, I have taken her second year as I have studied Jyotish many years prior. I will always be grateful for making the choice to study with her and I´m always looking forward to the weekly class. Enjoying being in a group online. Money is so well spent.
Komilla's Chara Dasha course is very thorough. I gained many insights and a good understanding of this area of Vedic astrology. These advanced courses run by Komilla are a wonderful opportunity for Vedic astrologers to enhance their knowledge.
Komilla continues to take students to a higher level with each course she teaches. There were so many new concepts presented in the Chara Dasha course as well as integrating concepts from previous courses.
Thank you, Komilla for another wonderful, inspiring year.
Namaste Komilla, I would like to salute you and give you a special thank you for the wonderful 3 year course I attended.
Your classes are so clear and complete, you give detailed and profound explanations.I love how you would also start the class honouring the gods by singing their mantras and teaching us all about this deep and subtle ritual.
I have learned so much about myself and others and have enjoyed the course immensely. With your humour, dedication and compassion I was always looking forward to our weekly class. You have revealed to us the most amazing secrets of Jyotisha and I will definitely continue to study with you as Vedic Astrology is a lifetime course.
God bless you Komilla you are a true jewel to this world and I feel very honoured to have you as my guru, I highly recommend studying with Komilla she is a true master in her field.
The last three years of Vedic Astrology studies with Komilla have been a nice, structured, and, organised approach to understanding this extremely vast subject.
Financial Astrology Course:
Being a nutritionist, I believe in physical well-being; being a Vedic Astrologer I believe in mental well-being; and there is another equally important well-being, which is financial well-being. The Financial Vedic Astrology course with Komilla is a very good way to address this important aspect.
Not only is Komilla Sutton a prolific writer of popular Vedic astrology books, but she is also a Master Teacher.
The Foundations Class Manual is easy to follow as are the PowerPoint presentations and lectures. She patiently explains astrological intricacies and regularly utilizes the charts of students in the class to serve as examples of the lecture topic, as well as charts of famous people. Photo slides from applicable locations (e.g., temples, museums, etc.) and remedial measures (e.g., mantras and more) are discussed. Master Teacher Komilla has a deep understanding and tremendous enthusiasm for Vedic astrology and shares knowledge generously with students. The thirty-six high-caliber weekly lessons are a very good value.
Komilla Sutton’s Foundations of Vedic Astrology class is excellent! It meets and exceeds my expectations. Her organized presentation systematically takes you step-by-step through the fundamentals. Komilla gives clear examples of the rules and principles using our student charts and those of celebrities who are well known to us. The rhythm and pacing of her classes make for easy comprehension. She has a very focused approach. I am planning on taking her second-year course on interpretation. I highly recommend her.
It’s a delight to study Vedic Astrology with Komilla Sutton. She really embodies just what I was looking for in a teacher Of such a vast study. A master of Jyotish who always reminds us of the deeper spiritual dimensions of Vedic astrology and The intrinsic connection to Vedanta, Ayurveda and yoga. Komilla really keeps the connection alive by honoring the ancient lineages of the Rishis by starting each class With Mantra for the planets as well as other healing mantras.
Foundations in Vedic astrology offer a comprehensive look at the detailed layers of understanding a person’s chart. Reading charts as we went along in class was a great tool in showing how to apply the information.
I look forward to continuing to learn from Komilla in the endless journey. Her classes offer something for beginning ad well as seasoned astrologers seeking more depth.
I have started this course because of the inspiring personality of Komilla and didn’t make a mistake, because it put me on a spiritual path I was looking for.
In 2019 I had an astrological reading with Komilla, and I immediately after it I bought all her books, and this year started the foundation course. The course is exiting and very interesting, the presentation is excellent and the Teacher is inspiring and very knowledgable, so learning is effortless and bringing a great joy to me. I started the course with the idea to get more information and maybe get the answers I was looking for many nears, and now I don’t want to stop and would like to learn more advanced levels.
I would recommend this course to anyone on a spiritual path and to people who need an understanding of higher truth and knowledge.
I have had the pleasure and privilege to be a student of Komilla Sutton for the past 3 years. Komilla has done a very good service to all who are wishing to learn Jyotish, by offering a very comprehensive course.
The courses she has designed give the structure I personally needed in order to lay a good foundation of understanding the vast sea of Jyotish. She has also authored a number of published books ( her Panchanga is my favorite!) and gives lectures abroad and in the US. Im very glad I chose to take her courses, as I can not recommend them enough!
Thank you very much!
I am sending you just a few words on how I enjoyed my second year of learning with you.
First of all, I would like to thank you for what an enjoyable time you have made it by the way you teach, your patience and all the hard work you put into preparing and presenting your knowledge of this vast and complicated subject. At times I have felt I will never understand or remember it all! but you have encouraged me to keep going. It is like a drug, I can't get enough and can't stop learning! Astrology is so fascinating and accurate, It is a wonderful knowledge to help to understand ourselves and others and situations. One is constantly stimulated by this, giving a special meaning and purpose to life. Komilla keeps that interest alive. I have completed the first course, and now the second, which has helped me to understand so much more. It has so many layers upon layers.. looking forward to the third course and more.
To appreciate the learning of Vedic Astrology, I feel it is very important to visit India and the temples to receive the full knowledge and feeling of the subject all and only theory is not enough. I have enjoyed and learned so much by going with Komilla on her trips.
Komilla I congratulate you for being such a good teacher, and for always attending conferences and learning more and so teaching us more...
As I die I am sure I will shout, Wait tell me more.!! Maybe and hope I will be learning more on the other side!
It has been so wonderful studying with Komillaji. The course is really well broken down into manageable steps and weekly live classes, which are also available afterward as a recording. I love how we start the classes learning and chanting planetary mantras. In each of the classes, Komillaji goes through the birth charts of the members of the class to explain the related topic, which is insightful and has helped me to understand more about myself, aspects of my life and spiritual development. I have really enjoyed the assignments as these have been simple (generally writing about 200 words) but deeply explorative, as we are often asked to identify for ourselves how a particular planetary aspect has come to fruition in our lives. I have found the teachings inspiring and profound, and am excited to continue my journey into Jyotisha with Komillaji. Endless gratitude Komillaji.
Almost a year ago I began treatment for my atlas which had been constricting my brain causing pain and brain fog. I experienced memory loss due to heavy metal toxicity too. I had a physical reaction to the ad for class. An internal pulling. Since I had only windows of clarity, and it seemed counter-intuitive to begin such a complex subject while compromised, I asked for confirmation. The vibration was undeniable and even stronger and I enrolled.
I complete the assignments but rarely meet the deadlines. Lessons take longer than a week to figure out. I love this work.
My studies with you have led to profound understanding, strength and deep joy. I have expanded compassion and focus in my work.
I feel I should be mindful of your time. I plan to catch up and participate fully in the next level.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge of light. I am grateful.
I have been following Komilla on Youtube for more than two years, and then joined her Foundation Class in 2020. I really like the format of the class--clear, detailed, well-organized, and interesting lectures, with question-and-answer periods in intervals. Her way of conducting the class is kind, open, and very encouraging to students. I heartily recommend her classes!
The financial astrology class is one of Komilla's best classes. Don't miss it if it is ever given again. I loved all the new lagnas, emphasis on 11th and 2nd houses, poverty, transits and so much more. Really a great class. Thank you for sharing your knowledge in such a succinct teaching style.
When I decided to take Komilla's Jyotish foundation course, I made the right choice. Her depth of knowledge and experience is far beyond the other teachers to whom I have had access, but she presents the material so it can be learned in well-organized layers, and is not overwhelming. She takes lots of questions and replies with directness and simplicity.
Recommended!
I’ve studied the complete three-year program with Komilla, going from beginner to advanced. The program has a nice rhythm and despite being online, has a personal touch to it. I look forward to the weekly classes.
The program has given me confidence when discussing Jyotish or looking at charts.
The knowledge blends well with the wisdom revealed in my Kriya yoga practice. Jyotish studies have made my life richer and I look forward to enjoying its fruits for many, many years.
Every year, Komilla Sutton's Advanced Course explores a subject from every possible angle and this year is no exception. Studying financial astrology with Komilla is a deep, spiritual process that not only allows us to shed a light on the financial aspect of the chart but also to look at more profound implications in life itself. A weekly meeting with like-minded students of Jyotish is a great opportunity for learning together!
Komilla’s teaching has been a blessing to me.
She not only teaches you the profound science of Vedic Astrology, but also guides you through a journey to unfold the mysteries of your life, to reconcile your old karma, and to live harmoniously with planets.
It has been a very rewarding experience and I’m very grateful that I have found her.
I recommend her courses to anyone who’s on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Komilla Sutton’s Rules of Interpretation Course is presented in a step-by-step manner, naturally allowing one concept to build on another over time. Then this foundational interpretation knowledge flourishes into a fountainhead of Vedic Chart Interpretation skills and abilities.
Thank you Komilla - Namaste!
I took the Financial Astrology course because I thought that this topic would interest everyone, whether they are spiritual or not. And through this way, I can maybe get people interested in Jyotish who otherwise would not have been interested. And I also liked the idea that an astrologer should also use his abilities to be financially independent. But the course has taught me so much more, far beyond the financial aspects of a chart. Komilla leads us into depths of Vedic Astrology that I did not expect. One understands connections and achieves precision in statements to one's own clients that I would never have suspected.
I would like to thank Komilla from the bottom of my heart for sharing this knowledge with us so fully and openly.
The Foundation course of Vedic Astrology is for me a continuous and wonderful discovery, I think Jyotish such a treasure chest full of true knowledge. Komilla is driving us on the way to the Light. Her teachings act on different levels according to the journey that our soul has undertaken, towards the self-realization.
Thank you with all my heart and soul to Jyotisha Guru, Komilla.
Especially outstanding is her strategy of using the charts of her students to illustrate principles of interpretation. One learns chart analysis from the start of classes and the increasing complexity yields insights into the personalities and dharmic missions of fellow students.
The webinar format is limited in providing opportunities for discussing the material, for finding the space to speak as well as listen. The conferences and pilgrimages are probably designed to fill that deficit. I haven't yet participated in one.
Her online classes are very well structured and imparted in an appropriate easy to comprehend way. The content of each capsule/lesson is well designed.
The most important point in her teaching methodology is the combining of Spirituality into Jyotisha. The blending of the two enables one to understand (a) what we are born with and (b) how to accept, adjust, respond and evolve. This is her speciality. In addition she is able to successfully orient various aspects of Jyotisha (and its extensive knowledge) to layer by layer awareness of deeper and deeper personality.
She is very giving and organises Jyotisha conference for Young talents thus giving an opportunity for them to express and evolve.
We lover her teaching and will be completing all the levels of Jyotisha that Komilla Ji so passionately imparts.
I am taking Komilla's Vedic Astrology Foundations Course. I highly recommend this course. What sets this course apart is the emphasis on Vedic philosophy, myths, stories and symbolism. Yes, you learn the mechanics of Vedic Astrology. But more importantly, you are introduced to the overall Vedic spiritual philosophy---which is what I was looking for. Also, mechanics are explained and interwoven with Vedic myths, stories and symbolism. I consider this very important. First, it helps me remember all the information---the stories and symbolism "organize" the information. And second, it helps motivate and give reason to the astrological mechanics.
A very worthwhile course!
Especially outstanding is her strategy of using the charts of her students to illustrate principles of interpretation. One learns chart analysis from the start of classes and the increasing complexity yields insights into the personalities and dharmic missions of fellow students. The webinar format is limited in providing opportunities for discussing the material, for finding the space to speak as well as listen. The conferences and pilgrimages are probably designed to fill that deficit. I haven't yet participated in one. SWC, USA
First year is very important, especially for me, who did not have any prior experience with Jyotish. Studies in foundation course are very structured. The scope of the subject is presented, and it gives understanding of what should be studied in detail. Komilla emphasises the most important aspects, so that the first year student, as me, is not left in confusion of the complexity and vastness of the world of Jyotish. Komilla is very friendly to answer any questions any time.
Every class and lesson has been greatly organized and synchronized with students, at least in my particular case. I could get involved in every lesson easily. I appreciate the easy and professional way to understand birth charts. Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity for me to keep on learning and getting involved in Astrology, a study area that I love. Thank you so much.
Besides, we observe that several Jaimini points need quite a number of calculations and often very precise planets locations, which may explain why they were not much in use before software capabilities. This may also suggest that in ancient time, either people were intellectually smarter and could calculate everything mentally, which could be understandable before the advent of Kali Yuga, or they also had some computing devices unknown to us. I have read in an Indian newspaper of a researcher who said at a recent scientific conference, that nine thousand years ago India was able to build spaceships ("vimanas" in the scriptures), so it would not be a surprise that Jyotish may appear quite "technical" and precise in some ways knowing the capabilities of people in ancient time.
We are very grateful to Komilla who did a wonderful job by organizing all these presentations in a beautiful and easy to follow way, being aware of the time and efforts needed for that. It is a real benediction that such a precious knowledge is now available to us through the modern computer devices, without even having to leave our home and engage in long journeys as it would occur in previous times.
I feel the course has given me a very solid foundation in Vedic Astrology and I am looking forward to continuing with the second year course in 2014.
Komilla's spiritual and practical knowledge of astrology is profound. Her lessons are very well organized and supported by audio and priceless manuals.
It has been thrilling to learn and growing with fellow astrology students from across the globe.
Komilla's ongoing commitment to professional development means every year there is an advanced course that I eagerly will look forward to attending.
Thank you Komilla.
In order to expand my knowledge both online courses have been very helpful . It is important to understand that astrology is multifaceted and that we need to know various techniques and ways to interpret a chart.
Komilla has taught these classes giving clarity to a complex subject and she has done so in a fun and entertaining way. Highly recommended.
Your colorful, easy-to-read slides and example Charts have helped me to be able to read both North and South Indian charts with ease. I feel blessed to have this fantastic opportunity to take your Webinars because I am learning directly from an internationally-respected Jyotishi, and you get to know each of us individually. During our live Webinars, I can feel the mysterious transfer of deeper knowledge from Guru to Student.
Thank you, Komilla, for your patience in answering my many questions. I also thank you for maintaining our class privacy and keeping our class recordings only among our class participants. This practice has encouraged openness and trust and leads to sharing personal information within our class; analyzing our class charts gradually over time, step-by-step, gives us an apprenticeship-type of experience. The class recordings of each Webinar often contain hidden gems of information which I didn’t get the first time.
I highly recommend your Webinar courses for both beginners and advanced/Professional astrologers who are interested in accuracy and the journey of the Soul. You are a gifted teacher, Komilla, and I feel fortunate and grateful to be able to be guided by you on the path of ancient knowledge.
This has been an incredible journey of learning with a teacher who has the most extraordinary insight and interpretation of the complicated subject.
She had lead us through the basic foundation of knowledge with such expertise and empathy, never lecturing, but making us all feel part of the journey.
I moved Classes due the time change, but other than that it made no difference whatsoever, we picked up from where we`d left off one week to the next.
Just this one year of studying has already given me an insight into how one can protect oneself, and others, with this knowledge of the science of Vedic Astrology, and I am truly looking forward to starting the next year with Komilla.
Some questions had to be cleared off: how would it be possible to ask questions, would the lessons be practical enough, will everything go smoothly with the technology?
Anyway I had decided to try it and signed up for the webinar and after the first session, my worries disappeared. All lectures were excellent. They had been perfectly prepared, very informative, practical and accompanied with unique visual materials, and also had very friendly virtual atmosphere in sharing opinions and discussing things. But the winning factor was that you can be anywhere in the world and still be able to participate in the class. I travel a lot, had changed tree locations since the webinar began. Currently, I am in Russia and I am happy to be able to continue participating and be a part of this virtual class.
Although I was at first uncertain that a Web-course could hold my interest or that there would be much possibililty for interaction, I have been pleasantly surprised! Not only do you succeed in creating a channel that transmits the material in such a way that allows my awareness to grasp meanings that heretofore evaded my understanding, you also succeed in creating an atmosphere that encourages participation by all, helping each of us to feel a personal connection not only with you but with all the other students.
The practice of applying the principles of each lesson to our personal charts serves as a powerful means toward self-understanding and transformation through the birth chart. It is also invaluable to receive and be able to refer to the Power-Point presentations and lesson recordings so I may devote my full attention during the lessons without worrying about missing anything in my notes! I appreciate above all being able to have weekly contact with a Jyotish Guru-teacher of such high caliber without having to make the sacrifice of leaving home for extended periods of time.
I find the supplemental manuals that go with the course invaluable. They are organized in a way that facilitates comprehension and memory -- and they are helping me to resolve many questions on Jyotish that I'd been unable to understand in the past.
Besides respect, I feel immense gratitude toward you for all you give through your teaching.
It is great to hear a lecture about a technique, but honestly, 2 weeks later when I am looking at a chart it is priceless to be able to replay the talk and listen to the topic again. The slides allow me to quickly skip through the recording and listen to the topic that I am trying to remember.
I have done other distance learning classes which never met live and there is something about having everyone together at the same time that gives the feel of an in-person class with the convenience of attending from home. If you miss a class, no problem, you will get a complete recoding that syncs with the slides so you know everything that happened in the class.
It is a rare and valuable opportunity to be able to meet with an accomplished Jyotish who is also a gifted teacher to learn this ancient and complex science, in easy to digest weekly sessions.
The three modules allow time to really cover all angles of chart interpretation and then spend time putting all the concepts into action. The presentations are clear and well organized so that I can listen to the class during the week and take detailed notes. I have been able to build a comprehensive reference guide to remind me of all that we have covered in the course.
I have grown a great deal as an astrologer over the months of this course. I recommend this to everyone who wants to begin to swim in the ocean that is Jyotish.
I had tried the beginning classes of some other teachers and never felt I was learning all there is to know about Jyotish. They taught beginning classes as if I had prior knowledge of the subject, which I didn’t (I had never even studied Western Astrology). Komilla’s approach is much better as she teaches everything, starting with the basic introductory material. Then step by step through detailed power point presentations, she builds on the knowledge base and brings you along to the more advanced material, all in a very well-planned and thorough manner. She has also created manuals in hardcopy which reiterate all the lessons and are worth having as a study guide.
In addition to teaching the Jyotish material Komilla stresses the spiritual aspect of the study. She teaches the various planetary mantras and practices, which provides a very full picture of Vedic Astrology. She integrates extensive visual aids into each of the webinars; wonderful photographs that she has taken in India of the many deities, temples and ceremonies.
I highly recommend Komilla’s webinar classes.