What You’ll Learn in Reiki Level 1 – The First Step on a Beautiful Healing Journey

Reiki Level 1 is often described as the beginning of a journey, but in truth, it’s so much more than that. It’s a gentle yet powerful introduction to working with universal life force energy, reconnecting you to your own natural healing abilities and deepening the relationship you have with yourself and the world around you.

If you’ve ever felt called to energy healing, wanted to support yourself on a deeper level, or felt drawn to helping others in a calm, nurturing way, Reiki Level 1 is the perfect place to start.

What Is Reiki Level 1?

Reiki Level 1 focuses primarily on self-healing. Before we can truly support others, we first learn how to care for our own energy, and this level lays the foundations beautifully.

During your Reiki Level 1 training with me, you’ll be gently guided through the principles and practices of Usui Reiki, learning how to work with energy in a safe, grounded, and intuitive way.

No previous experience is needed — just an open heart and a willingness to learn.

What You’ll Learn During Reiki Level 1

Reiki Level 1 blends practical learning with spiritual understanding. During the course, you will learn:

• The history and principles of Usui Reiki, helping you understand where Reiki comes from and how it has been used for healing

• How energy flows within and around the body, including an introduction to the chakras and energy field

• Your Reiki Level 1 attunement, which opens you up to Reiki energy and allows it to flow through you for life

• How to give yourself a full self-treatment, empowering you to support your own physical, emotional, and energetic wellbeing

• Hand positions for treating others, so you can safely and confidently offer Reiki to friends and family

• How Reiki supports deep relaxation, stress reduction, emotional release, and balance

• Grounding, protection, and self-care techniques, so you feel confident when working with energy

• How to work intuitively, learning to trust what you feel rather than overthinking

Everything is taught in a relaxed, supportive environment, with plenty of time for practice, discussion, and questions.

How Reiki Level 1 Is Taught With Me

Reiki Level 1 can be taught online or in person, either one-to-one or in a small, intimate group setting. I only ever run small classes, as this allows me to give each student the time, attention, and support they deserve.

If you choose to learn online, please be reassured that learning Reiki and receiving your attunement online is just as powerful as being here with me in person. Reiki energy is not limited by time or distance, and online attunements are deeply effective and transformative.

You’ll need to allow at least four hours for Reiki Level 1. During this time, we go through absolutely everything in detail — there is no rushing, and nothing is glossed over. My aim is for you to leave feeling confident, grounded, and comfortable using Reiki in your everyday life.

Ongoing Support – You’re Never Left on Your Own

Something that’s very important to me is that you never feel unsure or alone once the course is over.

When you learn Reiki with me, my support doesn’t end on the day. If you ever feel stuck, have questions, or just want a bit of reassurance, you’re always welcome to drop me a message. I’m more than happy to give you a call and gently talk you through anything you need.

Learning Reiki is a journey, and I’m always here to support you along the way.

Using Reiki for Yourself

One of the most beautiful gifts of Reiki Level 1 is learning how to care for yourself on a deeper level. Regular self-treatments can help you:

• Feel calmer and more centred

• Release stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm

• Improve relaxation and sleep

• Strengthen your intuition and self-awareness

• Support emotional balance and overall wellbeing

Many people find that Reiki becomes a quiet anchor in their daily life — something they can return to whenever things feel a little overwhelming or out of balance.

Helping Friends, Family, and Pets

After completing Reiki Level 1, you’ll also be able to offer Reiki to others. This might be placing your hands on a loved one when they’re feeling stressed, offering emotional support, or simply creating a sense of calm and comfort.

Reiki is also beautiful for animals and pets, who are often incredibly receptive to its gentle, loving energy.

While Reiki Level 1 does not qualify you as a professional practitioner, it does allow you to safely and lovingly share Reiki with friends, family, and animals.

More Than Just a Course

Reiki Level 1 isn’t just about learning techniques — it’s about reconnecting with yourself, trusting your intuition, and remembering that healing energy already flows through you. Reiki simply helps you awaken that connection.

Many students leave Reiki Level 1 feeling lighter, calmer, more grounded, and more in tune with themselves than they have in a long time.

If you’ve been feeling drawn to Reiki, there’s usually a reason. Reiki Level 1 is a beautiful, gentle place to begin.

If you’d like to learn more about upcoming Reiki Level 1 courses, whether online or in person, or feel called to take that first step, you’re very welcome to visit reikipsychic.co.uk or get in touch for a chat. 💜✨