Reiki Classes

Reiki Classes + Reiki Certification: Traditional Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki for People.

Reiki Classes + Reiki Certification

Reiki Classes and Certification: Unlock the Healing Power within You

Learn the transformative art of Traditional Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki. Gain the ability to heal yourself and your loved ones with this incredible gift.

By enrolling in Susan J. Squittieri’s Reiki classes, you empower yourself and strengthen your natural healing abilities. Imagine being able to accelerate your body’s healing processes, relieve pain from injuries, ease post-surgical discomfort, and speed up recovery from illness.

Reiki is a profound healing energy that brings balance to your body, mind, and spirit.

Reiki is easy to learn and offers lifelong benefits

After completing a Reiki class, you’ll have the ability to heal yourself, extend healing to others near and far, and even mend relationship dynamics. This ancient form of energy healing transcends time and space, opening up limitless possibilities. 

By learning Reiki, you become a conduit for healing energy. Embark on a transformative journey with Reiki. Tap into the universal life force and unlock its infinite potential. Reiki empowers you to embrace a lifetime of compassion, self-discovery, and profound healing.

Reiki is accessible to everyone, offering a profound transformation. 

Experience the power of Reiki and embrace the simplicity of its teachings.

About Susan J. Squittieri, Reiki Master Teacher

Having dedicated 20 years to practicing and teaching, she considers it an honor to serve in this capacity. Throughout her personal journey, Susan has had the privilege of training and guiding many individuals, enabling them to discover the transformative effects of Reiki. Witnessing the profound impact it has on personal growth, well-being, and even professional development has been a constant source of inspiration for her.

Susan’s passion for Reiki extends to all aspects of life. She has personally witnessed the positive effects it has on countless individuals, bringing about healing and empowerment. Whether it’s humans seeking physical and emotional well-being or animals benefiting from the soothing energy, Susan firmly believes that Reiki has an extraordinary ability to touch lives in deeply meaningful ways.

With each student she teaches, Susan’s dedication to spreading the knowledge and benefits of Reiki only grows stronger. Her mission is to share this wonderful healing art and empower others to incorporate it into their own lives. By doing so, Susan aims to make a positive impact and unlock the boundless potential that Reiki holds.

In addition to offering Reiki classes for people, Susan offers specialized Animal Reiki classes and courses for Reiki Practitioners seeking to expand their skills in working with animals. She offers both group settings and private instruction, allowing individuals to choose the learning environment that suits them best. Classes are held at Susan’s location in Valley Cottage, NY.

Learn how to use Reiki for healing and personal growth.

By learning how to use Reiki you can support healing on the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels.

Please take a moment to review the Class Registration Policy & Details page for more information on enrollment and requirements.

Susan also offers Reiki Coaching services to build your confidence and expand your Reiki skills.

Register for Class

Register by calling Susan directly at 845.512.8389 or get information about when the class is being offered. Register online so you can reserve your space.  Click here for the Class Schedule and Registration information. 

Reiki 1 Training

Reiki 1 Training

Reiki 1 or First Degree Reiki (Shoden, or First Teaching) – In this first Reiki experience you are attuned to the Reiki energy in order to perform physical healing. The Reiki symbols are placed in your aura and chakras but they are not revealed to you.

This is the practitioner’s level at which you learn to heal yourself. You also learn how to perform healing on another person who is physically present. Reiki Level 1 is “hands-on Reiki on,” and focuses primarily on the physical body.

Students will receive a course manual and certificate upon completion.

At his level you will learn:

  • what Reiki is and its history
  • how Reiki heals
  • the different levels of Reiki
  • how the attunement works
  • what the human energy anatomy is
  • the Japanese Reiki Level 1 techniques
  • Reiki hand positions
  • how to feel and work with the Reiki energy
  • how to give a Reiki treatment for self and others
  • hands-on practice giving and receiving Reiki
  • Reiki 1 attunement

Tuition: $275 (PayPal and credit cards accepted. A deposit of $137.50 reserves your place in the class; the entire balance is due by the first day of class.)

Prerequisite: an open mind, willingness to learn, and the desire to grow. The length of the class is 6-8 hours over 1 day.

Reiki 2 Training

Reiki 2 TrainingReiki 2 or Second Degree Reiki (Okuden, or Inner Teaching) – Absent or distance healings are the key teachings in the Okuden class.

You’ll learn the Reiki Symbols that allow healing to be directed to the emotional and mental aspects of a person and across time and space. You can use this to do healing work no matter where the recipient is physically located in the world.

Additionally, you will learn you application of the distance symbol so you can do distant treatments for people and situations that have occurred in the past, present, and future.

The second Reiki Attunement deepens your connection to the universal source of all life energy and strengthens your ability to channel that energy. You’ll be shown the three symbols and their mantras so you can consciously learn to make use of them. At this level, you will deepen your personal growth and transformation.

Students will receive a course manual and certificate upon completion.

In Reiki Level 2 you will learn:

  • the Reiki 2 symbols
  • how to use the Reiki 2 symbols
  • Distant Reiki and group Reiki healing
  • how to send Reiki healing to the past, present, and future situations
  • the Japanese Reiki Level 2 techniques for healing and clearing
  • how to use Reiki Level2 with self and others
  • Reiki 2 attunement
  • hands-on practice giving and receiving Reiki
  • discuss Reiki ethical codes of conduct

Tuition: $325 (PayPal and credit cards accepted. A deposit of $162.50 reserves your place in the class; the entire balance is due by the first day of class.)

Prerequisite: Reiki Level 1 and a minimum of 3 months between Reiki Levels 1 & Reiki Level 2. The length of the class is 6-8 hours over 1 day.

Reiki Master Level Training

Reiki Master Level TrainingReiki 3 Master Practitioners Level or Third Degree Reiki (Shinpiden, or Mystery Teaching) – At this level, you are attuned to the symbols and energy for spiritual healing at the soul level. Reiki Level 3 is profound.

With Reiki 3 you achieve full empowerment. You will receive a final attunement and learn to work with the fourth symbol, the master symbol.

Although called Reiki Master, this means you are in the process of “mastering yourself.” This course brings you to the beginning of that process. It’s a wonderful process to develop a strong self-practice and deepen your relationship with yourself and the Reiki energy.

Students will receive a course manual and certificate upon completion.

In Reiki Level 3 the Master Level you will learn:

  • review of Reiki 2 symbols and their use
  • the Reiki 3 Master symbol
  • how to use the Master symbol
  • the Japanese Reiki Level 3 techniques for healing and clearing
  • how to use Reiki Level 3 with self and others
  • discuss Reiki ethical codes of conduct
  • Reiki 3 Master attunement
  • hands-on practice giving and receiving Reiki

Tuition: $375 (PayPal and credit cards accepted. A deposit of $187.50 reserves your place in the class; the entire balance is due by the first day of class.)

Prerequisite: Reiki Level 1 & Reiki Level 2 and a minimum of 9-12 months between Reiki Levels 2 & Reiki Level 3 Master Practitioner. The length of the class is 6-8 hours over 1 day.

Reiki Master Teacher Training

Reiki Master Teacher TrainingReiki Master Teacher Training. If you have a desire to teach and empower others with Reiki energy, then this class is your ultimate destination. At the Master Teacher Level, you will learn how to pass Reiki attunements to others. As a Master Teacher, you have everything you need to confer First, Second, Third, and Master Teacher degrees.

Students will receive a course manual and certificate upon completion.

At the Reiki Master Teacher level, you will:

  • review Reiki 1, 2, 3 Master symbols
  • review the Japanese Reiki techniques for Reiki 1, 2, & 3  Master Levels
  • learn the use of the Master Teacher attunement symbol
  • learn how to give attunements to others
  • discuss practical guidelines for teaching
  • discuss Reiki ethical codes of conduct

Tuition: $1200 (PayPal and credit cards accepted. A deposit of $600 reserves your place in the class the entire balance is due by the first day of class.)

Prerequisite: Reiki Level 1, 2, & 3 Master Practitioner and a deep desire to teach. The length of the class is 6-8 hours over 1 day.

What Susan's STUDENTS are Saying

Kind words and praise.

I learned so much in Reiki

Susan, sitting in class with you was an unbelievable experience! You truly come from your heart and as you said, this is your soul’s purpose. It shows in your gentle kind nature. You are a lightworker in the truest sense! I learned so much in Reiki I and can’t wait to take Reiki II with you. Thank you for being you!

Carol T.

Queens, NY

What an experience

Hello Susan, just wanted to Thank You for a wonderful day! It was truly a highlight in my life and one that I will never forget! You are a great teacher and bring a warm and welcoming approach to the whole enlightening experience.

Janine D.

Northern New Jerset

Thank you Thank you Thank you

Dear Susan, thank you for teaching Reiki II Class. I feel very blessed for your enthusiasm and passion. Thank you for sharing your wisdom, knowledge, and time with me. I am very grateful.

Shirley B.

Wheat Ridge, CO

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