REIKI LEVELS

Shoden - Level 1: Benefits for the Physical Body

In Level 1, students learn the history of Reiki and the basic hand positions. At this stage, it is advised that students refrain from treating higher levels of illness or disease, as they are not yet attuned to manage higher energy frequencies. This could lead to an imbalance, affecting both the receiver and the practitioner. After the initiation into Level 1, students are encouraged to work on themselves for a period of 21 days before attempting to treat others. Only after this self-cleansing period may they begin working on family members or colleagues. The recommended time between Level 1 and Level 2 is approximately 2 months, during which students will be assessed before moving on to the next level.

Okuden - Level 2: Benefits for the Physical and Mental Body

In Level 2, students are initiated to a higher energetic frequency, enabling them to work with more powerful healing vibrations. During this level, students receive three sacred symbols that support them in healing more complex illnesses and emotional issues. This attunement enhances the ability to heal not only the physical body but also the mental and subtle bodies. Similar to Level 1, there is a 21-day self-cleansing period before students begin to work on others. The time between Level 2 and Level 3 is typically 7 to 9 months, with an assessment before moving on to Level 3.

Chuden - Level 3: Benefits at a Deeper and Higher Stage

Level 3 introduces an additional master symbol that allows practitioners to work more profoundly on the inner aspects of the receiver. At this stage, you can address deeper issues, including karmic patterns and past life traumas. Like the previous levels, there is a 21-day self-care period before working on others. The time between Level 3 and the Master Level (Level 4) is usually 6 to 7 months or more, with an evaluation before proceeding to Level 4.

Shinpiden - Level 4: The Master Level

In the Master Level, students are taught to become Reiki Masters themselves and are prepared to begin teaching others.  At this stage, you receive additional symbols that open channels for you to guide others on their Reiki journey.  After completing the 21-day self-cleansing period, there is a final waiting period of about 3 months before you are eligible to receive your Master Level certification.
Only after this period can you begin teaching Reiki to others.