ð¿ Tau Reiki: Healing Across Lineages
A fusion of Japanese and Western Reiki informed by neuroscience
This program brings together the wisdom of Japanese and Western Reiki traditions in a unified, community-rooted practice. Whether you are new to Reiki or continuing your journey, this training honors the healing power of touch, breath, and intentionâwhile grounding each step in ethical care and cultural respect.
We believe Reiki is not only a healing art, but a way of life. It is a practice of presence, compassion, and connection.
ð What Is Reiki?
Reiki is a form of energy therapy that channels life force through the hands, breath, and gaze of the practitioner. It supports physical, emotional, and spiritual healing by activating the bodyâs natural capacity to restore balance.
In this program, we explore:
- Japanese Reiki: Rooted in the teachings of Mikao Usui, with emphasis on intuitive practice, meditative techniques, and traditional lineage.
- Western Reiki: Developed through the work of Hawayo Takata and her students, with structured hand positions and a focus on accessibility.
- Tau Reiki: A contemporary integration of both traditions, enriched by neurophysiology, hypnotherapy, and community service.
ð§ Core Practices and Principles
Participants engage with foundational techniques including:
- Gassho Meditation: A centering practice that cultivates mindfulness and prepares the practitioner for healing work.
- The Gokai (Five Principles): Daily affirmations that guide ethical living and emotional balance.
- Kaishi (Initiation): A ceremonial beginning that marks the studentâs entry into the Reiki lineage and opens the path for deeper energetic work.
- Reiju (Attunement): A ceremonial initiation into Reiki energy, marking each stage of growth.
- Byosen Scanning: A tactile method for detecting energetic imbalances.
- Chiryo (Treatment): The full Reiki session, including preparation, intuitive guidance, and aftercare.
- Reiji Ho: A technique for developing and trusting intuitive indications during treatment.
ð Inclusive and Community-Based
This training is open to all identities and bodies. We honor Two-Spirit, trans, and gender-diverse healers and recognize the ancestral and cultural roots of energy medicine across nations.
Tau Reiki emphasizes HÅkÅâcommunity serviceâas a core part of training. Students practice in group settings, offer donation-based treatments, and participate in monthly gatherings aligned with the lunar cycle.
ð Trauma-Mitigation Facilitation
Our facilitators are trained in trauma-mitigation practices and prioritize emotional safety, including:
- Consent-based participation
- Sensory-friendly environments
- Grounding and regulation techniques
ð Inclusive & Adaptive Design
We welcome participants of all abilities and identities. Our spaces and materials are designed to be:
- Neurodivergent-friendly
- Mobility-accessible
- Gender-inclusive and affirming
ð Training Structure and Certification
Training is offered in five levels over three years, with certification based on observed hours of practice, study, and service:
- Family & Friends (SaishÅ«) â Introduction to Reiki for personal use
- Practitioner (Sora & Mizu) â Distance and psychological Reiki
- Teacher (Tsuchi, Kasai, Kaze) â Boundaries, bioenergy, and trance
- Counsellor (SÅmei) â Advanced studies in healing and hypnotherapy
- Master (Shinpiden) â Mastery and lineage transmission
Each level includes:
- ChÅsa (Study) â Structured learning and reflection
- RenshÅ« (Practice) â Peer-to-peer and group treatments
- HÅkÅ (Service) â Community-based healing
- Reiju (Attunement) â Ceremonial initiation
ð Certification and Professional Pathways
Tau Reiki training meets the Canadian Reiki Association (CRA) requirements for practitioner certification:
- In-person training with a qualified Reiki Master Teacher
- Minimum Level I (First Degree) completion before application
- Documented case studies totaling at least 12 hours with multiple clients
- Ethical practice agreements including Code of Conduct, Scope of Practice, and Disciplinary Action forms [1]
- Structured curriculum with over 365 hours of study, practice, and service over three years [2]
- No reliance on online-only instruction, aligning with CRAâs emphasis on experiential learning [1]
This alignment ensures that graduates are eligible to apply for CRA Registered Practitioner status and are well-prepared for future regulation in Canadian healthcare settings [3].
ð Ready to Play?
ð¬ Ready to Begin?
Tau Reiki welcomes youâwhoever you are, wherever you are on your healing path.
Register today or gift a friend to participate.
Receive your welcome kit and begin your journey with us.
 Contact us to learn more and get involved.
Reiki is the medicine of presence. May your touch always heal.