The very first thing to do is make sure you know what Reiki is and what you can expect from learning it. Choosing the right Reiki class has a lot to do with choosing the right Reiki Master instructor.

First, Focus On the Reiki Master

Know your prospective Reiki Master instructor. If there isn’t enough information provided on his/her website, call and find out what you need to feel comfortable and confident about the choice.

Two Points Considering the Instructor

Two important considerations are the instructor’s training and experience both practicing and teaching. Equally important, personalities, teaching styles, and personal and spiritual perspectives will vary widely from instructor to instructor. Try to find someone who resonates with you.

Second, Focus On the Reiki Course Content

Not all Reiki classes are the same. And, there are plenty of quick and dirty classes offered. Make sure the class meets your needs and intentions. Find out what you can expect to take away from your Reiki class before you sign up for the class. You want to make sure that you have a thorough, informative, pleasant, and supportive experience. Hands-on practice and experience in healing others are a must.

Checklist For Choosing A Reiki Class

The following is a short list of what to consider in choosing your Reiki class:

• There’s a significant time to practice. Practice allows you to experience the energy and practice techniques perfecting them and gaining confidence.
• There’s ample opportunity to ask questions and share experiences.
• You receive multiple attunements at each level – each additional attunement deepens the connection. Three attunements should be sufficient.
• Avoid taking two levels at one time. Level I students benefit from time to become familiar with Reiki energy before advancing to Level II. Level II students need to be proficient and experienced before taking Level III/Masters. This generally means that students should have conducted many healing sessions before enrolling in Level III/Master class. Seventy-five to 100 documented sessions are the norm.
• Make sure the class is thorough and long enough. For the best experience, Level I and II should be approximately two days in length. Level III should be approximately three days. Taking several levels over one weekend is not advisable.
• The teacher must be a Level III Master/teacher and be able to provide you with his/her Reiki lineage. There is a Level III option to become strictly a Master/practitioner. If you choose this option, you won’t be able to give attunements and, therefore, cannot assist with the Reiki connection or teach classes.
• Check that the Reiki Master teacher provides a detailed manual that you can use as a reference.
• Make sure that you receive a certificate of completion.
• Be sure that the Master teacher offers to continue to mentor you and provide continued support and orientation after the class.

Consider Different Forms or Schools of Reiki

Be familiar with the different forms of Reiki: Western Usui, Eastern Usui, Usui/Tibetan, Sekhem-Seichim, Tummo, etc). Western Usui is the most common form taught and practiced in the US. There are essentially two tracks for Western Usui taught in the US: Western and Tibetan. The latter is associated with the International Reiki Center. Choose the form that resonates best with you. I was initially drawn to Sekhem-Seichim Reiki (SSR).

Information on the Experience of Reiki:

For a description of how I experience the different types of Reiki I’ve learned and practice:

• Western Usui Reiki (most commonly practiced in the US)
• Eastern/Traditional Usui Reiki
• Sekhem-Seichim Reiki (SSR)
• Karuna Reiki (taught only to Usui Level III/Masters)
• Tummo Reiki

Reiki Training:

• Finding the Right Reiki Master For You
• Description of my Reiki classes;
• Request a class for your own group of students
• To purchase one of my natural healing and wellness Reiki eManuals