Reiki Classes

WINTER/SPRING SCHEDULE OF REIKI CLASSES

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Sunday, March 14th            Reiki 2

Sunday, March 21st            Reiki 1  

Sunday, April 11th              Reiki 1

Sunday, April 25th              Reiki 2

Sunday, May 2nd                Reiki 1

Sunday, May 23rd               Reiki 1

Sunday, June 6th                Reiki 2

Sunday, June 13th              Reiki 1

All Classes 10:45am - 6:30 pm                               

Cost:  Reiki 1 $150, includes course manual and ongoing support

         Reiki 2 $300, includes course manual and ongoing support

Pre-Registration required.  Please call 617-244-8856 or email eliseb@rcn.com

Deposit of $50 required to hold your place in a class. 

Reiki Class FAQ's

1.  What is covered in a Reiki 1 class?

A Reiki 1 classes clarifies what Reiki is and what Reiki is not, as well as how Reiki fits into Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). During a Reiki 1 class, students learn the origins and history of Reiki, what the role of a Reiki practitioner is, the Reiki Precepts, the hand positions for Reiki self-treatment, the hand positions for treatment of others, and ethical concerns of being a Reiki practitioner.  Students will have the chance to practice giving Reiki treatments to other students, practice doing Reiki for self-care, and will also have the opportunity to receive Reiki from other students.  The four attunements are a central part of the Reiki 1 class. 

2.  Attunements?  What are attunements?

Reiki is not taught in the same way as other healing techniques are taught.  In fact, it is the initiation process, or attunement process, that sets Reiki apart from other forms of hands-on energy work.  The ability to use reiki is transferred to the student by the Reiki Master during an attunement process.  The attunement is the process that opens the mental and physical inner-healing channel that enables us to do Reiki on ourselves and others. 

3.  Sounds a little mysterious to me.  What will it feel like?

The attunements will be experienced differently by each student since each of us is unique.  Many people simply feel very relaxed and peaceful, while others may see colors or images, and some may experience some emotion.  No matter what we experience, the attunement has worked, and inner transformations have been set in motion.  Now all the student needs to do is practice using his/her healing channel on others or on him/herself.

4.  Can anyone learn to do Reiki?

Absolutely!  Reiki is not actually learned with the conscious mind; therefore anyone can be attuned to the Reiki energy.  The attunements really do not give the individual anything new.  It is an initiation that opens the door to what you already are capable of.  

5.  Well, then, what about children?

Yes, children can be taught to do Reiki.  It is my feeling that most children over the age of 12 are capable of making the decision as to whether they want to become attuned to Reiki.  The policy of Brenner Reiki Healing is that one of the child's parents must already be attuned to Reiki, and that a parent accompany the child to the class.  Children between the ages of 12 and 15 would be placed together in a children's class, which is shorter in duration that the typical adult class.  Children between the ages of 16 and 18 would be placed in an adult class, with written permission from the parent

6.  Do I need to do anything special to prepare for my Reiki 1 class?

The most important thing you may want to do prior to the class is to consider why you want to become attuned to Reiki healing energy and what you are expecting from this experience.  You may want to consider giving yourself the gift of some quiet time during the days before your Reiki class as you think about your wishes and intentions for learning Reiki.  I do not ask students to fast or avoid drinking caffeinated beverages, but you may choose those options if it feels right for you.

7.  Frankly, I never have experienced Reiki, but I want to take the class.  Is that alright?

I suggest that if you have never received a Reiki treatment, that you get one before taking the class.  You can try a Reiki Clinic, where 1/2-hour treatments are offered at low cost, or you may consider scheduling a full one-hour Reiki treatment with Brenner Reiki Healing at an introductory rate of $55.  Simply call Brenner Reiki Healing at 617-244-8856 to schedule an appointment prior to your Reiki class.

8.  Is there a textbook?

I request that students purchase and read the following book by Libby Barnett and Maggie Chambers, "Reiki Energy Medicine: Bringing Healing Touch into Home, Hospital, and Hospice," 1996, Healing Arts Press, Rochester, Vermont.  The book is widely available in bookstores.  In addition, a Reiki 1 course manual will be handed out to students at the class.

9.  What should I wear to my Reiki 1 class?  What should I bring with me?

Please wear comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes.  You may choose to remove your shoes for greater comfort.  It would be best to leave large, heavy jewelry at home.  I ask that you bring a notebook or journal, a pen, water, snacks, and lunch.  It is a long day and you want to be comfortable and enjoy each moment.