This beginning training is one of the most thorough and comprehensive available. It includes both Reiki I & II and is a combination of the Western style as introduced by Mrs. Takata, the Japanese Reiki Techniques and the Holy Fire® healing energy. On completion of the class, you will be able to give Reiki treatments to yourself and others. The following subjects are taught: -The origin and history of Reiki -The nature of Reiki energy, why people get sick and how Reiki heals -The Reiki Ideals -The Human Energy System -The complete hand placement system -Gassho meditation -Byosen Scanning: Using the sensitivity in the hands to locate areas needing healing, (usually in the aura) and to treat them -Reiji-Ho: Using inner guidance to know how and where to treat -Kenyoku: Dry bathing, a method to purify your energy field -Gyoshi-ho: Sending Reiki with the eyes -Sending Reiki at a distance -Reiki II symbols: How to draw, activate and use them. Their many uses are explained and their inner meaning is discussed. Practice time is given so students know from experience how the energy of each symbols feels and the results each symbol produces -Placements for I & II -Placements -includes class manual and class certificate These classes will take place from 10am-6pm at 35 Home st.