Reiki I (First Degree)
DISTANCE Class (done via phone and Facetime/Skype)
The First Degree is designed to give you your training wheels and introduce you to Reiki. Its emphasis is on physical healing. It also focuses on self-healing, because you can best help others when you have helped yourself.
In this class, you will learn the basics of working with Reiki hands-on. You start with direct physical contact so you can learn to understand how Reiki works within you & with those you touch. Every part of the body can receive Reiki differently (every organ & system has different vibrations and energetic needs), and placing your hands directly on yourself and others can give you a clearer impression of what is happening as you learn.
That said, you could still send the energy if someone far from you was in need - but the focus upon distance healing normally takes place with the Second Degree. Once you've learned to trust what's happening directly underneath your hands, you can better trust that Reiki is flowing and working when you aren't touching someone.
Reiki symbols amplify and refine your ability to focus Reiki energy. Many teachers do not pass any Reiki symbols to their students with the First Degree; however, I was taught & continue to teach by passing the Cho Ku Rei symbol with the First Degree. Cho Ku Rei is the first Reiki symbol, & it is associated with physical healing and increasing the power and flow of Reiki. It seems a perfect fit.
We will touch upon the highlights of the material provided, as there is far too much to cover in a single class. I wrote the curriculum to serve as a reference as you learn, not as something you can learn or master in a single class.
Here are the contents of the first class:
- What is Reiki
- History of Reiki
- Types of Reiki
- Reiki Principles
- Universal Life Force energy
- Chakra introduction
- Brief overview of body organs
- Hand positions - Self
- Hand positions - Others
- Hand positions - Specific conditions
- How to begin & end Reiki sessions
- Cho Ku Rei symbol introduction
- What it feels like to give Reiki
- What to expect in sessions
- Guidelines for working with others
- Traditional & Non-traditional energy exercises
- Legal Considerations
- Conclusion - Things to keep in mind
- Footnotes, Bibliography & recommended reading
All of this material serves as a reference. You do not need to master all of the information and techniques provided in order to successfully use Reiki. The most important thing to do at this level is to simply ask Reiki to flow on a regular basis. That said, the more you learn about and work with Reiki energy, the more it will work with you - but it's important to relax and enjoy the journey!
CLASS FORMAT:
Classes conducted via Phone, Facetime or internet:
Based upon your needs and how technology is cooperating on the day of your class, we can do your class via phone, Facetime or internet.
The concern for most people in this situation is how the attunement is passed if they're not in my presence. The attunement is a ritualized process that 'tunes you in' to Reiki's energy, so you can learn to work with it.
I understand the concern. Many well-respected sources state that it's not possible to do an attunement without being physically present. However, I've come to believe that this is untrue. In reality, the energy of the attunement can be transmitted just as easily as the energy of a distance healing. There's absolutely no difference whatsoever.
As with distance sessions, it may help to consider sending Reiki's attuning energy as being similar to how a cell phone call operates:
First, every phone has a unique number. Similarly, everyone has their own unique 'soul signature', akin to a phone number, that distinguishes each and every expression of consciousness in creation. Reiki's Divine Intelligence recognizes each and every creature with the same accuracy and precision that a single phone number has to identify only one, specific phone.
Second, you can't physically see the energy that connects your cell phone to anyone else's, but you know it's working because the call connects. By the same token, you can't see Reiki energy with your physical eyes, but it can still connect one soul to another. You may not be as aware of the connection if you've not yet developed your intuition, but as you continue to practice and play with the energy, you'll eventually be able to perceive it clearly.
Third, you don't have to know everything about how your cell phone works in order to make calls. So it is with Reiki. Even though science has not yet reached a place of understanding how all this is possible, it really does work. I've successfully made attunement and healing 'calls' many times over the years!
Class Length:
4 hours for 1-2 people
Additional 30 minutes per person for 3+ people
During this time, you will receive an overview of the most important concepts for this class, an attunement for this Reiki degree, and hands-on practice of what you have learned.
Reiki itself will be your best teacher, as it works differently with every person. As this happens, you may have questions that arise after the class. I will also be available to answer questions via email or phone. I truly enjoy keeping in touch with students and helping as best I can; however, please understand that this is not an intensive level of mentoring, but the answering of periodic questions.
For long-term, intensive assistance, mentoring and support, you may wish to schedule weekly, bi-weekly or monthly Reiki sessions. During these sessions we can thoroughly discuss any challenges or difficulties you are facing, and you will also receive the benefit of a Reiki treatment. I have scheduled monthly visits with my own Reiki teacher since learning Reiki in 2007, and I have found great benefit and balance in this exchange.
Breaks:
We will take any breaks during class, as needed. It’s all very flexible – I want the class to be as relaxed & enjoyable as possible.
Dress:
I have no requirement for how to dress to take a Reiki class. Be as comfortable or as dressy as you like. Since most people do their classes from home, you can even wear pajamas, if it serves you. I promise not to judge!
Food & beverages:
Please feel free to eat or drink whatever you like during the class It will not impact our ability to do the class or for you to receive an attunement.
CLASS CERTIFICATE:
A PDF file of your signed certificate of training, with your name and class date will be emailed to you within one (1) day of your training.
CLASS MATERIAL:
On the day you schedule your class, you will an email containing the class manual for the course you have selected.
Many students have found it helpful to read over the material prior to their class. However, this isn’t required. You don't have to read or fully understand the information before you come to class.
The class manual has more material than we could adequately cover in 4 hours. Rather than cover all of it, we’ll cover the important things that will help you use Reiki, and the rest of the manual is intended to be used as a reference for you after class.
GROUP CLASSES:
Group classes are possible. You can invite family or friends to participate in your class. They can congregate at your home, or you can meet anywhere you like, so long as internet or phone connections exist to connect me to your group for the teaching portions of the class.
I will need additional information for group classes, such as the number of people and their names. The count is especially important, as the length of time for the class increases by 30 minutes per person for 3 or more people. This is to allow time for everyone to have their questions answered, etc.
TIMING BETWEEN DEGREES:
(How long to wait between Reiki I, II & III classes)
I leave it to my students to decide when it's right for them to take their next steps in learning Reiki. If you feel you're ready, you're ready.
I acknowledge that it's more common for classes to be held a month apart in order to allow students time to experience each Degree before moving to the next. However, I've found that if someone needs to have that time compressed (all 3 classes in a single weekend; one per week - or every other week, etc), Reiki will meet each person where they are & grow with them as they continue to practice and learn.
No matter what time table is used for training, think of it like being given a beautiful race car. That car is very powerful & can do amazing things, but in order to learn to drive it, you must start by working in first gear and driving around a parking lot. With practice, you will know how and when to work all the gears, and you can eventually drive on the autobahn, if you choose. But even if you cannot use all the bells and whistles immediately, you still have a fantastic car. The rest is just learning to drive it.
Similarly, due to Reiki's Divine Intelligence, it knows exactly where you are in your personal & spiritual development and works with you as you grow and learn to use it. It doesn't overwhelm or 'shock' your system, and you're not forced to drive on the autobahn before you 'know how the car works', so to speak.
Consequently, there is no one-size-fits-all 'right' answer to when each class can be taken. Like I said, if you feel ready, or you need it, trust yourself. You are ready.
CLASS FEE: $100 per person
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Distance Classes
All classes are taught remotely via phone or video
Monday - Friday, 7a-4p PST (Last class starts 4pm)
Weekend classes available, please contact for details
If this doesn't work for your schedule, we can discuss other options.
Each degree is a single class lasting...
4 hours for 1-2 people
Additional 30 minutes needed for each person, 3+ people
Currently, there are no classes pre-scheduled. If you would like to schedule a class, please contact me with your availability, and I'll be happy to arrange a class for you one-on-one, or for your group.
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Distance Healing Sessions
In US: conducted via email, phone, or video
Internationally: conducted via email or video
Human & Animal
Mon - Fri, 7a - 6p PST
Sessions conducted via email, phone, or video
60-90 minute sessions (by donation)
Last distance session starts 6p
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If this doesn't work for your schedule, we can discuss other options.
Home, Business & Land
Mon - Fri, 7a - 6p PST
Sessions conducted via email, phone, or video
90-minute sessions (by donation)
3-hour sessions ($300 flat fee)
Last distance session starts 6p
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If this doesn't work for your schedule, we can discuss other options.
To book a session or individual/group class:
Please call or text me at 619.342.6239 or send me an email.