Reiki Classes in Houston: What Level I and II Training Covers
By Jackie Jin, Usui Holy Fire® III Reiki Master–Teacher, Cypress, TX
A Reiki class teaches you to practice Reiki on yourself and on other people, and the length, content, and class size differ from one teacher to the next. Comparing what each class covers is the most reliable way to choose one. I teach Holy Fire® Reiki Level I and Level II in Cypress, Texas, so this guide explains what my class includes and gives you questions to ask any teacher you consider.
What Is Reiki Level I and Level II Training?
Reiki Level I and Level II are the first two stages of Reiki training. In my class they are taught together as a two-day intensive of 12 hours, and students complete the class with certification in Holy Fire® Reiki Level I and Level II. The training prepares you to offer Reiki sessions in person or remotely, whether for your own family and friends or as the foundation of a professional practice.
What You Learn in a Reiki Level I and II Class
The class combines teaching, discussion, guided experience, and hands-on practice. Over the two days we cover what Reiki is and how its energy works, its origin and history, and the Reiki Ideals. You learn self-Reiki, the standard hand positions, and how to give a complete treatment to another person. We also cover using Reiki to support specific conditions and the healing of unwanted habits, and clearing, grounding, and protecting your energy.
The Level II portion introduces the traditional Usui Reiki II symbols and distant healing, which is how Reiki is offered remotely over Zoom or at a distance. We also work with practice clients and talk through the foundations of a professional practice.
Japanese Reiki Techniques Taught in Class
Students also learn and practice Japanese Reiki techniques, including Gassho meditation, Reiji-ho, Byosen Scanning, Gyoshi-ho, and Kenyoku, also called dry bathing. These practices are part of the traditional approach to Usui Reiki, and many students enjoy them as a daily self-practice.
How to Choose a Reiki Class in Houston
Reiki classes vary, so a few questions help you compare them side by side:
- Who teaches the class, and what level and lineage have they completed?
- How many hours is the class, and how is that time divided between teaching and practice?
- How many students are in the room?
- Will I practice on other people, and will I receive Reiki myself?
- What do I receive at the end of the class?
- Do I need any experience before I enroll?
- Which Reiki techniques and symbols are taught?
You are welcome to ask me every one of these on a free discovery call before you decide.
Reiki Class Size and Hands-On Practice
I limit my class to six students. A small group means each person gets individual attention while learning the hand positions and practicing treatments, and it keeps the day close to a conversation instead of a lecture. Hands-on practice is built into both days, so you leave having given and received Reiki.
Do You Need Experience Before Taking a Reiki Class?
No previous Reiki experience is required. Anyone can learn Reiki, and it does not require belief, only openness. Students come to my class to explore Reiki for personal healing, to build a professional practice, or both.
Reiki Training in Cypress and Houston
My Reiki I & II classes are held in Cypress, Texas, inside Nourish Holistic Beauty and Wellness, and they serve students from across the Houston area. Class dates and enrollment are on the Reiki training page, where you can also join the interest list to hear first when enrollment opens. If you would like to receive Reiki before you learn it, you can book a session. To understand the titles you will see as you compare teachers, read Reiki Master vs. Practitioner vs. Therapist.
Reiki Class FAQ
How long is a Reiki Level I and II class?
My Reiki I & II class is a two-day intensive of 12 hours, held in Cypress, Texas.
Will I receive certification?
Students receive certification in Holy Fire® Reiki Level I and Level II upon completing the class.
Can I offer Reiki sessions after the class?
The training prepares you to offer Reiki sessions in person or remotely, and the class includes practice with other people and an introduction to the foundations of a professional practice.
Do I need to believe in Reiki to take the class?
No. Belief is not required, and no previous experience is needed.
How many students are in the class?
Class size is limited to six students.
When is the next Reiki class?
Current dates and enrollment are on the Reiki training page, where you can also join the interest list.
About the Author
Jackie Jin is a Usui Holy Fire® III Reiki Master–Teacher and Holy Fire® Karuna Reiki® Master in Cypress, Texas. She is also an Akashic Record Practitioner, a Crystal Healing Practitioner, and an Animal Reiki I/II and Kid Reiki I/II Practitioner, with professional membership in the Reiki Membership Association and The Center for Reiki Research. Jackie holds a B.A. in Psychology from UC Berkeley and spent over a decade in senior leadership at a Fortune 500 behavioral healthcare company. Learn more about Jackie
Work With Jackie at Lightful Reiki
Lightful Reiki offers in-person Reiki sessions in Cypress, Texas, distance Reiki online for clients anywhere, Akashic Records readings, and Holy Fire® Reiki I & II training. If you are unsure where to begin, book a free 15-minute discovery call to ask questions first.