Below is an outline of what you may find and how you may benefit from a typical Reiki class. This is just an example and certainly will vary depending on which method of Reiki you undertake and your Reiki Master.

Introduction to Reiki

An Introduction to the concept of Reiki, focusing on how Reiki flows through our body and a discussion on the energies with regard to the physical body and also subtle energies.

An overview of holistic medicine and therapies

A discussion of conventional medicine and holistic therapies and how the two methods can interact to heal the mind, body and spirit.

Chakras and Reiki Attunements

Some Reiki Masters will briefly touch upon the Chakra system because their method of attunements may utilise the Chakra system as the path of energy flow A discussion on the main Chakras and how they affect the body and mind.

Self treatment and treatment of others

A discussion on the importance of healing yourself first before beginning to heal others and the benefits you can expect from a Reiki Treatment. Teaching of the 12 body positions/hand positions and variations.

General uses – animals & plants etc

A discussion regarding other uses of Reiki in particular plants and animals

History

The History of Reiki is an important topic as it will allow the student to make an informed choice as to which path they take after completion of their training.

Mikao Usui Principles

A discussion on Dr Mikao Usui, the founder of Reiki and how he developed 5 key principles by which we should all lead our lives.

Levels of Reiki

A discussion on the different levels of Reiki. Some schools advocate three levels whilst other schools advocate four levels. Reiki Level I is the full activation of Reiki, there isn’t a necessity for the student to train any further. After completion of Level I, the student will be able to heal themselves and others. The other 2/3 levels offer more advanced training with more attunements and the introduction of Reiki Symbols.