Reiki

Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive technique for stress reduction and relaxation which may help the body to heal itself. It is primarily a practice for self-development and self-healing, but practitioners are able to help others by stimulating the others ability for self-healing.

Reiki originated in Japan in the early 20th century with the work of Mikao Usui. He taught his technique to others and it found its way to the USA before the Second World War. The majority of practitioners in the West use the methods that spread from the US during the 1970s. During the late 1990s many Western Reiki practitioners began to research the origins of Reiki in Japan and this has led to the incorporation of more traditional Japanese techniques into their repertoire. We have studied both Western (Usui Shiki Ryoho) and Japanese (Usui Reiki Ryoho) methods, but we teach traditional Japanese techniques.

Louise is a registered member of the

Reiki Healers and Teachers Society www.reikihealersandteachers.net

and the

Shibumi International Reiki Association www.shibumireiki.org

Reiki

Aids relaxation
Involves no massage or manipulation
Does not require the removal of any clothing
Can help with a range of stress-related conditions
Can be learnt by anyone
Treats the whole person, not just the symptoms

Testimonials

'I just wanted to say again how great I found your first Reiki 1 course and I can honestly say that I loved it. I found that 6 weeks was about the right amount of time and I am so glad that I did not learn this over a weekend like some people do. I found the lessons very relaxed and I felt totally at ease right from the start. ' Y.H. West Wickham

'I really enjoyed the course. It has certainly helped me to relax and become a calmer person in my everyday life.' B.P. West Wickham

Treatments

A full treatment takes around an hour and can be taken sitting in a chair or lying on a couch. It is not necessary to remove any clothing.

At the first appointment it is necessary to take some details, so this appointment generally lasts about 90 minutes. Fee £50

Subsequent appointments last 60 minutes. Fee £40

Courses

Anyone can learn Reiki in order to help themselves and others, it is not a 'gift' it is a skill.

Shoden (Reiki level 1)

Learn how to use Reiki for the benefit of yourself and your family. Start with the first of the elements of the system of Reiki: the Reiki Precepts, meditations and breathing techniques and hands-on healing.

Courses run over 6 weeks (2½ hours per session) and include manuals and certificate.

Small group teaching (max 4) £120 per person

One-to- One teaching £150 per person

Latest dates: Tuesdays starting 7th September or Saturdays starting 18th September

Okuden (Reiki level 2)

Deepen your experience and knowledge of Reiki for the benefit of yourself and others. Continue with the elements of the system of Reiki with the exploration of the Reiki symbols and mantras.This course is for self-development as well as for those who may wish to use Reiki as a professional practitioner.If you have previously studied with another teacher you can join our courses at this level rather than starting at Shoden.

Courses run over 6 weeks (2½ hours per session) and include manuals and certificate.

Small group teaching (max 4) £150 per person

One-to- One teaching £200 per person

Latest dates: Fridays or Saturdays starting November

Reiki Practise Groups

Students can join regular practise sessions which are held generally on Tuesday afternoons fortnightly and Saturday mornings monthly. These sessions last 2 hours and include discussions, information updates, practise of techniques and meditations and the opportunity to give and receive Reiki. These sessions are £10.

Reiki Share Groups

These groups are open to anyone who has learnt Reiki from any branch or style of Reiki and anyone interested in finding out more about the system of Reiki. The sessions last 2 hours and include discussion, meditation and the opportunity to give and receive Reiki. These sessions are £3.

International House of Reiki www.reiki.net.au