NYC Reiki Center offers a traditional, lineage-rooted approach to Reiki training spanning Level 1, Level 2, and the advanced Certified Reiki Practitioner (CRP) Program all taught by Brian Brunius. Below is an in-depth guide to each level and how we honor the Usui Shiki Ryoho lineage passed down through Hawayo Takata.
🔹 Reiki Level 1 – Foundations & Self-Treatment
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Duration & Format: 16-hour, in-person workshop held over two days (4 segments of 3–4 hours)
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Tuition: $475 .
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What You’ll Learn:
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Sense and interpret energy in yourself and others.
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Perform Reiki self‑treatments and hands-on healing for others, including pets and plants
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Basic scanning techniques to locate energy blockages
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The foundational four initiations to permanently align with the Reiki energy
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Lineage & Method: Usui Shiki Ryoho as taught by Takata, ensuring strong energetic connection through storytelling, lineage history, and oral tradition
Outcome: You’ll finish with a lifelong connection to Reiki, confidently able to perform self-healing and treatment to others.
🔹 Reiki Level 2 – Distance Healing & Emotional Work
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Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1.
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Duration & Format: Another 16-hour, in-person weekend workshop
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Tuition: $875 .
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What You’ll Learn:
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Three Reiki symbols—each a “sacred key” unlocking deeper energetic levels
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Enhanced channeling power for hands-on and distance treatments
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Techniques for mental/emotional support and sending Reiki across time and space
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Outcome: You’ll deepen your connection to Reiki energy, integrate powerful tools for emotional healing, and learn to offer remote sessions.
🔹 Certified Reiki Practitioner (CRP) Program – Professional Mastery
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Who It’s For: Reiki Level 2 graduates ready to launch a Reiki business or work at a professional level.
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Duration: 175 hours over six months—a rich, immersive journey.
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Tuition & Format: In-person, accredited training focused on building professional skills.
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Program Highlights:
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Advanced Reiki techniques for many types of ailments.
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Intensive work with clients and group Reiki circles.
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Practical guidance on setting up a Reiki business: client intake, session structure, confidential records, business tools.
- Dive into the aspect of Reiki as a spiritual practice.
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Student Praise:
“The Certified Reiki Practitioner Program was everything that I needed… to start a successful Reiki practice… I also learned all the aspects of running a business.” – Josh
Outcome: Graduates become confident, ethical, and business-ready Reiki professionals.
Why Choose NYC Reiki Center?
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Lineage-Strong Training: Deeply rooted in Usui Shiki Ryoho as taught by Takata and Hayashi.
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Thorough & Time-Tested: initiations spaced thoughtfully; each level gives ample time for integration and practice .
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Real-World Application: Strong focus on experiential learning, client work, and running a Reiki practice—not just theory .
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Community & Ongoing Support: Access to circles, mentoring, continuing education, and integration into a healing community .
âś… Ready to Dive In?
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First Degree gives you the foundation to treat yourself and others.
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Second Degree adds distance/emotional healing and the energetic tools to transform.
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Certified Reiki Practitioner prepares you to practice professionally and ethically.
👉 Visit our Classes page to explore upcoming dates and sign up for Level 1–2 or our CRP program