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There are many misconceptions about Reiki, a practice said to have originated anywhere from Egypt to Tibet — or even from angels and aliens. But what’s real? And what is Reiki? Where did it come from? Why are there so many different kinds? And how do they compare?
This weekend course offers students a chance to learn the fundamentals of Reiki from both historical and experiential perspectives. During this class, we will discuss Reiki’s origins in Japan, how it was influenced by other practices, and how it evolved over time. While this is not a Reiki certification class, attendees will learn various aspects of Reiki practice, including forms of meditation taught by Reiki’s founder, Usui Mikao, and have opportunities to experience self-treatment and partner work.
You will be taught forms of meditation designed to strengthen one’s ability to connect to Reiki’s universal source and to increase the flow of Reiki through one’s body.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in an empowerment ceremony. Reiki initiation is not offered in this course, but we will discuss what initiation entails and how to choose an authentic Reiki master, if you choose that path.
For those who wish to stay an additional night, you will have the chance to continue your deep dive with Diane and Justin on Sunday afternoon and Monday morning.
Learn more about the requirements to receive continuing education credit.
Diane Domondon is a Reiki Master with a private practice in NYC, where she teaches classes and treats clients in Usui Shiki Ryoho, the Usui Method of Natural Healing.
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Justin Stein received his PhD from the University of Toronto and is a scholar of Japanese religion who has extensively researched Reiki history. He teaches Asian Studies at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in British Columbia.
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2 Day Stay
Friday
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday
9:30 am – 12:45 pm
3:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Sunday
9:30 am – 12:45 pm
3 Day Stay
Friday
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday
9:30 am – 12:45 pm
3:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Sunday
9:30 am – 12:45 pm
3:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Monday
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Summer Groovers will experience Esalen in a format similar to our Self Guided Explorations workshops. Each Summer Groove week or weekend will open and close with a circle, and be filled with festive, nostalgic activities that harken back to those days of yore.
More activities can be found on our open class schedule.
See general schedule information including arrival, departure and meal times.
Click Register Now to view availability of accommodations and all-inclusive, program-specific tuition. Please note that not all accommodation levels are available for every workshop and additional faculty fees may apply.
We offer scholarship funds for those with financial need. Learn more.
Please note: On Wednesday September 20, online registration may be unavailable for up to 15 minutes while system maintenance is performed. If the 'Register Now' page does not load, please wait about 15 minutes and try again.
Click Register Now to view availability of accommodations and all-inclusive tuition that includes lodging, three meals per day, access to the baths, and all activities on the Summer Groove schedule.
We offer scholarship funds for those with financial need. Learn more.
For this workshop, you will register and pay for accommodations and tuition in two separate steps.
Second, click Book Accommodations from this page and enter the password to complete your reservation to stay at Esalen.
Prices for accommodations include your lodging, meals, open classes, and use of the baths and other facilities. View partner program accommodations pricing.
As of June 30, 2023 we no longer require a negative COVID test at the time of check in. Please read our current COVID safety guidelines for complete details prior to booking your stay.
All guests and faculty must provide proof of negative test results at time of check-in. Please read our current COVID safety guidelines for complete details prior to booking your stay.
In addition to proof of vaccination, all guests and faculty must provide proof of negative test results at time of check-in. Please read our current COVID safety guidelines for complete details prior to booking your stay.
Effective January 7, 2022 in response to the rapid spread of the new Omicron variant, all guests and faculty will provide proof of negative PCR, NAAT, or antigen test results at time of check-in. The test must be taken within 72 hours nd results must come from a laboratory or healthcare provider.Please read our updated COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Effective December 15 in accordance with new guidance from Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Health, all guests, students, staff, residents, and faculty are required to wear masks in all indoor public settings, irrespective of vaccine status, for the next four weeks (December 15, 2021 through January 15, 2022). Please read our updated COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Effective November 19, 2021, in accordance with new guidance from the Monterey County Board of Supervisors, all guests, students, staff, residents, and faculty are no longer required to wear masks indoors on campus. Please read our updated COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Starting November 5, 2021, due to substantial levels of COVID-19 transmission in Monterey County, a mask mandate established by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors will go into effect. Please read our COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
All guests will be required to provide proof of vaccination upon arrival starting September 3, 2021. Please read our COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
Masks are no longer mandated indoors or outdoors, except during massage sessions. Guests are not required to provide testing or vaccination verification before arriving on campus. Please read our COVID safety guidelines prior to booking your stay.
There are many misconceptions about Reiki, a practice said to have originated anywhere from Egypt to Tibet — or even from angels and aliens. But what’s real? And what is Reiki? Where did it come from? Why are there so many different kinds? And how do they compare?
This weekend course offers students a chance to learn the fundamentals of Reiki from both historical and experiential perspectives. During this class, we will discuss Reiki’s origins in Japan, how it was influenced by other practices, and how it evolved over time. While this is not a Reiki certification class, attendees will learn various aspects of Reiki practice, including forms of meditation taught by Reiki’s founder, Usui Mikao, and have opportunities to experience self-treatment and partner work.
You will be taught forms of meditation designed to strengthen one’s ability to connect to Reiki’s universal source and to increase the flow of Reiki through one’s body.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in an empowerment ceremony. Reiki initiation is not offered in this course, but we will discuss what initiation entails and how to choose an authentic Reiki master, if you choose that path.
For those who wish to stay an additional night, you will have the chance to continue your deep dive with Diane and Justin on Sunday afternoon and Monday morning.
Learn more about the requirements to receive continuing education credit.
Diane Domondon is a Reiki Master with a private practice in NYC, where she teaches classes and treats clients in Usui Shiki Ryoho, the Usui Method of Natural Healing.
Justin Stein received his PhD from the University of Toronto and is a scholar of Japanese religion who has extensively researched Reiki history. He teaches Asian Studies at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in British Columbia.
February 24–26, 2023
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Applications are closed.
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There are many misconceptions about Reiki, a practice said to have originated anywhere from Egypt to Tibet — or even from angels and aliens. But what’s real? And what is Reiki? Where did it come from? Why are there so many different kinds? And how do they compare?
This weekend course offers students a chance to learn the fundamentals of Reiki from both historical and experiential perspectives. During this class, we will discuss Reiki’s origins in Japan, how it was influenced by other practices, and how it evolved over time. While this is not a Reiki certification class, attendees will learn various aspects of Reiki practice, including forms of meditation taught by Reiki’s founder, Usui Mikao, and have opportunities to experience self-treatment and partner work.
You will be taught forms of meditation designed to strengthen one’s ability to connect to Reiki’s universal source and to increase the flow of Reiki through one’s body.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in an empowerment ceremony. Reiki initiation is not offered in this course, but we will discuss what initiation entails and how to choose an authentic Reiki master, if you choose that path.
For those who wish to stay an additional night, you will have the chance to continue your deep dive with Diane and Justin on Sunday afternoon and Monday morning.
Learn more about the requirements to receive continuing education credit.
Diane Domondon is a Reiki Master with a private practice in NYC, where she teaches classes and treats clients in Usui Shiki Ryoho, the Usui Method of Natural Healing.
Justin Stein received his PhD from the University of Toronto and is a scholar of Japanese religion who has extensively researched Reiki history. He teaches Asian Studies at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in British Columbia.
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