Overview
Reiki Level One is traditionally known as Shoden, “The Entrance”. During the first stage of your Reiki training, the emphasis is on Reiki for you.
During Reiki Level One you learn the simple process of giving Reiki to yourself. You also learn how to give Reiki to your friends and family. You receive a full Reiki treatment and learn how to give a full Reiki treatment.
Upcoming Reiki Level One Courses
This course includes access to a Reiki Level One e-course designed to support your Reiki practice, a comprehensive 40 page manual and invitations to free online monthly Reiki practice groups.
July 2026
Duration: 2 days
Dates: Saturday 11 & Sunday 12
Time: 10am – 5:00pm
Venue: Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre, 13 Railway Pl, Fairfield VIC 3078
Cost: $490.00 (inc. G.S.T.)
Please email Sarah for banking details or use PayPal below
Two places available, enrol today!
September 2026
Duration: 2 days
Dates: Saturday 12 & Sunday 13
Time: 10am – 5.00pm
Venue: Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre, 13 Railway Pl, Fairfield VIC 3078
Cost: $490.00 (inc G.S.T.)
Please email Sarah for banking details or use PayPal below
November 2026
Duration: 2 days
Dates: Saturday 21 & Sunday 22
Time: 10am – 5.00pm
Venue: Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre, 13 Railway Pl, Fairfield VIC 3078
Cost: $490.00 (inc. G.S.T.)
Please email for banking details or use PayPal below
A Reiki Level One e-course — to support your Reiki practice
Enrol in Reiki Level One and receive access to a 21 day e-course and
invitations to join our free online Reiki community
Do you have queries about the course? Please visit Reiki Articles & FAQ’s or contact Sarah.
“You’re a brilliant and caring teacher – I always felt well supported and encouraged. Your gentle style is a credit to you. I feel like I am bathed in relaxation and positivity after Reiki Level One.”
P.D. Read more >
Reiki Level One — Course Content
Reiki hand positions
Learn simple hand positions for treating yourself with Reiki. You can do self-treatments after day one of the course.
Reiki hand positions for treating others
Learn hand positions for doing Reiki for others so you can practice Reiki on your family and friends.
How to treat chakras with Reiki
Learn about the chakra system and how to use Reiki to balance these energy centres in yourself and others.
Qi Gong based energy clearing & energy building exercises
Learn simple exercises that help you to clear your head, grounded your energy and enhance your self-care practice.
Learn to regain mental and emotional balance throughout the day
Learn about your hara (also known as your tanden or “centre”) and how to connect with it in your everyday life so you’re better at managing life challenges.
Japanese meditation techniques
These were practiced by Mikao Usui, the founder of Reiki. They enhance and support your hands-on Reiki practice. Your connection to Reiki strengthens when you learn and practice these meditations.
Reiki principles
Increase your health and happiness by learning the Reiki principles. You can apply them after day one of the course. You learn clear techniques to implement them in your daily life.
Learning how Reiki is a holistic healing system
Reiki is a holistic system of healing. It can help you to heal physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. It connects you deeply to yourself and something greater than yourself that you’re a part of.
The History of Reiki
Learn how Mikao Usui, the founder of Reiki, developed Reiki as a holistic system of natural healing.
Reiki treatments
During the course have an opportunity to give and receive a full Reiki treatment in a safe and supportive environment.
Your questions are answered in a safe and supportive environment
You also have opportunities to ask questions and clarify any areas of the training you may be unsure of. Sarah Najjar, Reiki Master teacher and practitioner has taught hundreds of people Reiki. She has helped over 1000 people in professional practice. Prefer to receive Reiki non-touch during your Reiki training? Read more about that here.
Learn simple ways to incorporate Reiki into your daily life
Learn ways to incorporate Reiki into your daily life. You learn how to maintain a regular Reiki practice so your overall health and wellbeing improve.
An individual Reiki Level One attunement
This attunement, or initiation, connects you with Reiki. It enables you to practice Reiki on yourself and others. Receiving a Reiki initiation is life-changing. Read about others’ experiences here.
Additional unique techniques
Learn simple energy balancing techniques. These enhance and support your Reiki practice so you’re grounded and clear headed throughout the day.
A comprehensive manual and certificate
You receive a 40 page manual. It’s an excellent reference for you to keep after the course. You also receive a certificate that’s recognised world wide.
Here are some common experiences past students have shared after learning Reiki with Sarah Najjar
- An increased feeling of relaxation during their self-Reiki practice.
- An increase in their energy levels, as a result of the attunement process and self-Reiki treatments.
- A reduction in physical aches and pains as they can now self- treat sore knees, shoulders, hips and other areas of physical pain with Reiki.
- A deeper connection to themselves, others and their spiritual life.
- An increased ability to manage their own energy and the energy of others.
- A sense of lightness and peace that they have never experienced before.
- A greater understanding into their own thought processes and emotions that leads to better health and wellbeing.
- Gratitude for now being able to share Reiki with their friends and family.
You will receive the following from your Reiki Level 1 course:
Comprehensive Reiki training over two full days
Free Reiki practice groups with Sarah
Reiki manual to refer back to
Certificate that’s recognised worldwide
Access to your 21 day follow up e-course
“The small group made it possible for everyone’s questions to be answered. Sarah’s enthusiasm for Reiki is infectious. I love the way she presents such a profoundly deep practice in such a simple way. It’s been life changing…”
Jodi K. Read more >
Have queries about Reiki or the course?
Please visit Reiki Articles & FAQ’s or contact Sarah.
Please read our health guidelines and refund policy before enrolling.
Course fees are not refundable. They are transferable in unforeseen circumstances when 2 weeks notice is given.
If you’ve previously completed Reiki Level One training, sign up for the Reiki Level One e-course.
