5 Hours Private Reiki Class with Licensed Reiki Teacher

Reiki feels simple, but learning it right matters. In Phuket, this private 5-hour Reiki Level 1 class with licensed teacher Som (SriSom Art Healing Studio) focuses on real-person practice, not just sitting through talks. You’ll cover the basics of what Reiki is, the Usui-style hand approach, and how to give and receive a session in a way you can repeat after you leave.

What I like most is that the course mixes clear explanation with hands-on coaching, including an attunement and time to practice with other people. If you’re looking for structure, this is the kind of training that helps you leave with skills, not just good feelings. The main consideration: at $488.29 per person, it’s a premium option, so it’s best when you’re ready to fully commit to the full session.

Key highlights before you go

• Licensed Reiki teacher Som guiding the full class: You’re not learning from a script; you’re learning from a working practitioner.
• Usui Reiki Level 1 training with hand healing: You’ll practice the hand positions you’ll use for future self and other sessions.
• Giving and receiving practice with real people: The class format is designed so you can actually try the process.
• Reiki attunement included: Level 1 attunement is provided by the Reiki teacher as part of the course.
• Reiki for animals included: You’ll learn how Reiki fits when your focus includes pets too.
• Certificate at the end: You get documentation for your Reiki usui level and the option to continue.

Where You’ll Practice: SriSom Art Healing Studio in Chalong

This course is run through SriSom Art Healing Studio Phuket, with Som as the teacher for the experience. The training starts at 10:00am and the class is about 5 hours, ending back at the same meeting point. You’ll meet at 15 Soi Yot Sane 1, Tambon Chalong, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand.

The studio setup matters because Reiki training isn’t a “drop in, quick look” kind of activity. You want a calm space where you can focus and practice without being rushed. Here, the experience is listed as private, meaning it’s just your group, so the teacher can guide you at the pace of your questions and your comfort level.

Logistically, it’s described as near public transportation, and you’ll receive a mobile ticket. Also, you’ll get confirmation at booking, which helps if you’re building a day around the class rather than leaving it flexible.

What the 5 Hours Covers in Reiki Level 1 (Usui hand healing)

The training is built like a full learning session, combining lectures, discussion, and practical work. You’ll start with the foundation: what Reiki is, how it works (in the Reiki framework), and the history and philosophy behind the practice. Even if you already have an interest in wellness or energy healing, this part is useful because it gives context for why Reiki is approached the way it is.

Then the course moves into the specific “how.” For this Level 1 program, you’ll focus on Usui Reiki Japanese style and learning hand healing—basically energy healing using the hands. You’ll also learn about the Reiki hand positions, which are the core tool set for a Level 1 practitioner.

A nice detail is the way the class is structured around repetition and feedback. It’s not just you watching the teacher demonstrate once. The goal is that you can understand it, practice it, and keep doing it after the course ends—without feeling like you need the teacher in every moment.

Hand positions and giving vs receiving: the part you’ll actually use

Reiki gets real when you know what to do with your hands and how to approach another person (or yourself) during a session. In this class, you’ll learn the process of giving and receiving Reiki treatment, and you’ll practice that workflow together.

That giving-and-receiving practice is where you build confidence. Receiving helps you understand what it feels like when someone else is doing the hand positions properly, and giving helps you learn the timing and placement. The training is also designed around practice with real volunteers/customers, so you can get used to working with actual people rather than only doing exercises in the abstract.

You’ll also find that this practical side directly supports the most common reason people choose Reiki training: self-care. When you leave with the hand positions and the basic session flow, self Reiki becomes something you can do intentionally, not randomly. And if you want to support a partner, friend, or family member, you’ll have a clear starting point that fits how the class teaches it.

One more thing: the class includes time and guidance so you can ask questions about what you’re doing and how you’re doing it. That matters because Reiki is a skill, not a magic word, and you’ll learn best when you can confirm details in real time with the teacher.

Attunement by Reiki teacher Som: what Level 1 includes

A key part of this Reiki Level 1 course is the attunement. During the class, you’ll receive Reiki attunement for Level 1 from the Reiki teacher.

Attunement is the moment that marks the transition from learning concepts and techniques to practicing as a Level 1 Reiki practitioner in the Usui Reiki framework. In practical terms, it’s also a closing “checkpoint” for the course: you complete the foundational learning, you practice the method, and then you’re brought through the Level 1 attunement as part of the instruction.

What I like about including this inside the 5 hours is that it keeps the learning connected. You’re not bouncing between separate appointments or chasing instructions later. The experience is designed as one continuous training block: understand → practice → attunement → leave with a starting set you can keep using.

Reiki for animals: using what you learn with pets

One of the more interesting additions in this course is Reiki for Animals. If you’re the type of person who wants your wellness skills to extend beyond humans, this part makes the training feel more personal and practical.

You likely won’t get this kind of focus in every Reiki Level 1 class. Here, the curriculum explicitly includes an animal-related Reiki component, which means you’re not only learning the hand positions and session approach for people—you’re also learning how Reiki fits when animals are in the picture.

A good expectation to set: Reiki around animals still comes back to the same fundamentals you learn in Level 1—hand healing and how you approach the session. The value is that you’re taught with the animals context included, so you don’t have to guess how to translate the practice.

Certificate, continuing to other Usui levels, and what it means

After the training, you receive a certificate for your Reiki usui level. The course description also notes that the certificate supports continuing to another Usui Reiki level or you can continue the path at the studio.

That’s a meaningful detail for decision-making. If you see yourself progressing, getting the certificate right away is helpful because it keeps your training timeline organized. And based on what’s been shared about how the studio teaches levels, the pathway doesn’t stop at Level 1—there are additional levels offered as you continue.

So if you’re trying to figure out whether Level 1 is worth doing now versus later, the certificate and next-step structure are a big part of the value. You’re not taking a one-off class that ends with hand positions only. You’re starting a track.

Price and value: is $488.29 per person worth it?

Let’s talk money plainly. This class is priced at $488.29 per person for about 5 hours, and it’s private. That means you’re paying for a licensed teacher’s time, the full training structure, and hands-on coaching. You’re also paying for components that many cheaper options skip—like Reiki Level 1 attunement and the explicit practice with real people for giving and receiving.

What makes the price feel more reasonable is how the course is designed to reduce confusion. If you’ve ever tried to learn a new skill from videos or secondhand advice, you know how quickly details get muddy. Here, the teacher can correct your approach in real time, and you practice the session flow inside the class so you don’t leave unsure.

Also, the class includes bottled water, which is small but shows someone thought about the practical comfort of the session.

The trade-off is that private courses cost more than group instruction. If you’re traveling solo, it may still be the right move because you’ll likely get more attention. If you’re traveling with someone who wants the same training goal, a private format can feel like better value because you’re not sharing your learning time with strangers.

Logistics that matter: timing, mobile ticket, and lunch planning

This is scheduled to start at 10:00am at the Chalong meeting point and end back there. The experience is listed as near public transportation, and you’ll get a mobile ticket, which makes it easier to show up without printing anything.

One practical note: lunch isn’t included. So I’d plan your meal either before you start or after you finish, especially since the class runs about 5 hours. Bring a bit of flexibility around the schedule so you’re not thinking about food the whole time.

Confirmation comes at booking, and the experience is described as suitable for most people. Since Reiki training is personal and comfort-based, you’ll still want to communicate any needs or concerns directly when booking or at the start of class.

Who this Reiki Level 1 class is for (and who might wait)

This course is a great match if you want a structured Reiki education where you can:

• learn the Usui Reiki Level 1 hand positions,
• practice giving and receiving in a guided way,
• receive the Level 1 attunement as part of the class,
• and include a Reiki element focused on animals (pets, in your real life).

It’s also a strong choice if you like the idea of learning something you can use right away. The class goal is that you can continue Reiki practice after finishing, including self Reiki.

Who might wait? If you’re only curious and want a one-time wellness experience without training, this course is more commitment than you need. And if you’re on a tight budget, the private pricing is something to seriously factor in.

My decision guide: Should you book this class?

Book it if you want Reiki Level 1 taught as a real skill—hands-on, structured, and guided by Som at SriSom Art Healing Studio Phuket. The standout value here is the combination of clear instruction, practice with real people, and Level 1 attunement, plus the extra touch of Reiki for animals.

Skip or postpone if $488.29 per person feels too steep for your trip budget, or if you’re not ready to put in the focus time needed for a full 5-hour training block.

FAQ

FAQ

What time does the private Reiki Level 1 class start in Phuket?

The class starts at 10:00am and is about 5 hours long. It ends back at the meeting point.

What will I learn during Reiki Level 1?

You’ll learn what Reiki is and how it works, including the history and philosophy behind Reiki. You’ll also learn the Reiki hand positions and how to give and receive a Reiki treatment, including practice during the class.

Is Level 1 attunement included?

Yes. The Reiki teacher provides Reiki Level 1 attunement to students during the class.

Does the course include Reiki for animals?

Yes. After the main class content, the course includes Reiki for Animals.

What’s included in the price, and is lunch provided?

Bottled water is included. Lunch is not included, so you’ll want to plan food around the session.

Is the experience refundable if I cancel?

No. This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.