The Japanese word Reiki means ‘Universal Life Force Energy’ and is the practice of healing through the transfer of energy. There are no necessary prerequisites to undergo a Reiki treatment session or even Reiki training; there are no diets to adhere to, no set of religious beliefs, there is a need however to have belief in the Reiki healing system and its overall effectiveness. A Reiki Master will perform the healing session, it is important to choose one that you are comfortable using and comfortable in their presence. Many Reiki Masters have developed their own ideals and beliefs based on the original concepts plus their own experience.

Choosing the right class is also an important factor; if you like the Reiki Master, there is a good chance you will also like their class. It would be beneficial, for you as a learner, to develop a good understanding of the different methods of Reiki that are currently available before committing to a Reiki class. Even the nicest of Reiki Masters may still teach Reiki ineffectively simply because have been taught ineffectively themselves.

As an introduction to Reiki Healing, one is taught the effectiveness of Reiki from how to treat and heal themselves and others, the history and development of Reiki, procedures on best practice and many other techniques and methods that may be useful to you as a practitioner and your clients providing a better experience of Reiki.

Some Reiki Masters will introduce the use of crystals, bells, prayer or other methods which is this is fine and will enhance the process of both teaching and learning.