Have you learned Reiki and want to deepen your skills while exchanging Reiki with others? Organize a Reiki Circle! Here are a few things to consider when hosting a Reiki Circle:
Participants
Create a list of people to invite. You can invite those you met in class or participants from a previous Reiki Circle. For larger events, think about how you will reach out to potential attendees. Social media, a mailing list, or an online event board are all great options.
Space
Choose a space based on the number of people you plan to invite and your comfort level with them. Host the Circle in a room in your apartment or use another available space. A massage table or a few chairs will work fine to get started.
Time
Decide how long you want the Circle to last. Consider the number of practitioners, whether you’ll use a massage table or chairs, the number of positions, and how long to spend on each. When participants take turns on the table, many hands speed up treatment, but more people need to be treated. If you use chairs, practice in pairs to finish in two turns. Have someone keep time or set up a Reiki timer app to alert you when to change positions.
Practice
Tailor the practice to your participants. If you’re with friends from your Reiki class or Circle, perform the full treatment you learned in Reiki 1. If everyone has taken Reiki 2, consider using advanced techniques. If practicing with students from other lineages, clarify that the treatment is hands-on and review the positions. Check participants’ comfort level with other healing modalities if you plan to include them.
Cost
Decide if you will charge to cover expenses like space rental or supplies. For small groups, take turns hosting the Reiki Circle or have different people bring the table, snacks, and other essentials.
Comfort
Because we all feel sensitive when receiving Reiki, consider these suggestions to ensure comfort for everyone:
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- Music: Meditative music helps participants relax and enter the healing vibration of Reiki. Minimize other sounds. You can also use “Reiki Music with a bell” that chimes every three to five minutes to signal when to change positions.
- Do Not Disturb: A ringing phone or unnecessary talking can break the meditative space. Ensure peace and quiet during treatments.
- Hand Sanitizer: Start with clean hands for practice.
- Tissues: Have tissues available for cleanliness, especially for the eyes, forehead, or other areas. This prevents your hands from sticking to exposed skin.
- Drinks and Snacks: After a Reiki session, offer drinks and snacks—salty or sweet—to gently bring participants’ awareness back to the body.
- Candles: Use candles to set the mood, but be mindful of sensitivities to scents.
- Eye Masks, Pillows, and Blankets: These will add comfort to the massage table and keep participants warm after a deeply relaxing Reiki session.
Come and Experience It for Yourself
If you’re eager to host a Reiki Circle but have never attended one, why not sign up for the monthly circle at NYC Reiki Center? It’s a great way to immerse yourself in the experience, gain insight, and gather inspiration for hosting your own Reiki Circle. Join us and see firsthand how transformative and uplifting the energy of a Reiki Circle can be!
