Reiki Classes – Usui/Holy Fire® III Training at Emerge Guided Healing
Whether you’re beginning your Reiki journey or stepping into Mastery, our Usui Holy Fire® III Reiki classes offer a grounded, heart-centered space to grow. Learn in Chico or online.
Feel free to browse offerings by level, or click the images below to jump right to the class you want.
Reiki I
Beginning Reiki: Heal Yourself
Reiki II
Intermediate Reiki: Heal Others
Reiki III
Advanced Reiki Training (ART)
Reiki IV
Usui/Holy Fire III Reiki Master
Reiki V
Holy Fire III Karuna Reiki Master
Discover Reiki with Depth and Lifelong Practice
More than a certification. A path.
In a world of “drive-through Reiki,” where certifications are handed out in a single weekend, many students leave feeling ungrounded and unsure of how to actually practice. At Emerge Guided Healing, we believe Reiki is a journey—not a race.
Our trainings are intentionally paced, meeting over multiple sessions with time to practice between. You’ll receive personal guidance, real-time feedback, and access to Google Classroom resources to support your growth—whether you’re learning in person or online.
We teach using the ICRT curriculum, with additional techniques, spiritual support, and optional Unity Fire Certification for deeper integration. If you’re ready to move at the speed of healing…
S l o w R e i k i.
These classes are taught by Amy Alward, a Professional Member of the International Center for Reiki Training’s Reiki Membership Association (RMA). Amy received her Reiki training exclusively through ICRT Licensed Reiki Master Teachers, and her teaching reflects the same standards of excellence.
Explore Reiki at Your Own Pace
Whether you’re just beginning your Reiki journey or looking to deepen your existing practice, our multi-level classes are designed to support learning, integration, and healing every step of the way. Classes meet over several sessions to give you time to absorb, practice, and grow.
All trainings follow the curriculum of the International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT), combined with practical applications and spiritual tools unique to Emerge Guided Healing. Each class includes time for hands-on practice, community connection, and access to a Google Classroom filled with digital resources and video tutorials.
Meet your teacher: Amy Alward is a certified Holy Fire III Karuna Reiki® Master with 38 years experience as an Angelic Channel, and over 13 years of experience in Reiki, massage, and shamanic healing. Read Amy’s Reiki credentials.
Unity Fire certification is also available as an optional add-on path for students who want a deeper mentoring experience. This involves personal journaling, additional meditation assignments, one-on-one meetings with Amy, and community service practice at Reiki Shares. Learn more here.
Please note: Class deposits vary by level, and are nonrefundable. All tuition is due before the start of class. Credit may be transferred to a future class or service if needed, but no refunds are available once the class has started or online materials have been accessed.
Scholarships Available:
Reiki classes are available on a sliding scale through Whole Self Unity, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to integrative therapies. Amy offers online Reiki I, II, and III classes through this partnership, with scholarship support prioritized for women with cancer, trauma and crisis survivors, elders, disabled individuals, and others in need. To see current offerings, visit the Whole Self Unity’s Events page. A formal scholarship application process is coming soon.
Reiki I - Healing Yourself
Begin your journey into Reiki with ease, intention, and support.
Beginning Reiki: Self-Healing and Personal Transformation
Ready to learn Reiki and begin your healing journey? Reiki I is where it all starts. No experience is required—just an open heart and a willingness to try. Some of the best practitioners begin as skeptics.
In this course, you’ll learn the foundations of Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki through discussion, hands-on practice, and guided support. Classes are typically offered in small groups over three sessions (about 3 hours each), giving you time to absorb and apply what you’ve learned between meetings.
All class materials are provided through a private Google Classroom, and you’ll receive your Reiki I certification at the end of the course. An optional Unity Fire certification path is also available for those seeking deeper mentoring.
Reiki can support meditation, reduce stress, promote healing after trauma, and help you reconnect with your true self. If you’ve been searching for something more—this is a powerful place to begin.
Curious about what’s covered? Here is a sample syllabus and class schedule.
In Person Reiki I Classes
These Face-to-Face classes are primarily held in Chico, CA several times a year. Please click the class in the listing to get a full detailed description of the offering. Quick overview below:
- 📍 Location: Chico, California
- 📅 Format: Three in-person classes (approx. 4 hours each)
- 💸 Tuition: $222 ($111 non-refundable deposit required at registration)
- 📚 Materials: Printed manual, journal, pen, and handouts
- Digital access via private Google Classroom
- 🌀 Prerequisites: None – open to all
- 🔁 Schedule: Offered ~4 times per year (Jan, May, Jul, Sep)
- 💡 Bundle & Save:
- Register for Reiki I + II together and save $60
- → Use code ReikiOneTwo at checkout (both must be in cart)
Online Reiki I Classes
These Online classes are held via Google Meet twice a year. Please click the class in the listing to get a full detailed description of the offering. These classes are offered in conjunction with Whole Self Unity, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to integrative therapies to those in need. If you seek a discounted class because of financial need, please register here. Quick class overview below:
- 📍 Location: Online via Google Meet
- 📅 Format: Three in-person classes (approx. 4 hours each)
- 💸 Tuition: $222 ($111 non-refundable deposit required at registration)
- 📚 Materials: Digital manual, digital journal, and digital handouts
- Digital access via private Google Classroom
- 🌀 Prerequisites: None – open to all
- 🔁 Schedule: Offered ~3 times per year (Jan/Feb, May/Jun, Aug/Sep)
- 💡 Bundle & Save:
- Register for Reiki I + II together and save $60
- → Use code ReikiOneTwo at checkout (both must be in cart)
Reiki II - Healing Others
Deepen your journey into Reiki with techniques and practices to compassionately serve others.
Intermediate Reiki: Holding Compassionate Space for Others
Ready to deepen your Reiki journey and begin offering healing to others? Reiki II is where you’ll learn the core techniques that define professional practice. Whether you’re becoming a certified Reiki practitioner or simply want to support loved ones, this class opens the door.
Taught in small groups over six sessions (about 3 hours each), this course blends discussion, guided practice, and time to apply techniques between classes. You’ll receive a Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki II certification, with the option to pursue additional Unity Fire mentoring.
Students receive full access to a private Google Classroom with class materials, digital resources, and guided journaling. At this level, you’ll learn:
- 🔹 Distance Healing (Enkaku Chiryo)
- 🔹 Breathwork (Koki-ho)
- 🔹 Cord Cutting (Jacki-kiri Joka-ho)
- 🔹 Eye Technique (Gyoshi-ho)
- 🔹 Intuitive Practice (Reiji-ho)
…plus the three traditional Reiki II symbols and how to integrate them into daily life and professional sessions.
Curious about the flow of class? View a sample schedule outline to see techniques covered and flow of class material.
Add both a Reiki I and Reiki II class to your cart and use coupon code: ReikiOneTwo at check out to receive a $60 discount.
In Person Reiki II Classes
These Face-to-Face classes are primarily held in Chico, CA several times a year. Please click the class in the listing to get a full detailed description of the offering. Quick overview below:
- 📍 Location: Chico, California
- 📅 Format: Six in-person classes (approx. 4 hours each)
- 💸 Tuition: $333 ($111 non-refundable deposit required at registration)
- 📚 Materials: Printed manual, journal, pen, and handouts
- Digital access via private Google Classroom
- 🌀 Prerequisites: Reiki I (if trained elsewhere you will need to show your Reiki I certificate)
- 🔁 Schedule: Offered ~4 times per year (Feb, Jun, Jul, Oct)
- 💡 Bundle & Save:
- Register for Reiki I + II together and save $60
- → Use code ReikiOneTwo at checkout (both must be in cart)
Online Reiki II Classes
These Online classes are held via Google Meet three times a year. Please click the class in the listing to get a full detailed description of the offering. These online classes are offered in conjunction with Whole Self Unity, a 501c3 nonprofit looking to expand access to online integrative therapies for those in need (especially women with cancer). If you seek sliding scale services because of financial need, please register here. Quick overview below:
- 📍 Location: Online via Google Meet
- 📅 Format: Six in-person classes (approx. 4 hours each)
- 💸 Tuition: $333 ($111 non-refundable deposit required at registration)
- 📚 Materials: Digital manual, digital journal, and digital handouts
- Digital access via private Google Classroom
- 🌀 Prerequisites: Reiki I (if trained elsewhere, please show your Reiki I Certificate)
- 🔁 Schedule: Offered ~3 times per year (Feb/Mar, Jun/Jul, Oct/Nov)
- 💡 Bundle & Save:
- Register for Reiki I + II together and save $60
- → Use code ReikiOneTwo at checkout (both must be in cart)
Reiki III - Personal Power
Strengthen your practice with deep grounding, energetic hygiene, and powerful tools for supporting others in lasting transformation.
Advanced Reiki: Establishing your full presence on earth.
Taught in small groups over six sessions (about 3 hours each, every other week), Reiki III combines discussion, guided practice, and space between classes to integrate what you learn. You’ll receive your Usui/Holy Fire® III Advanced Reiki Training certification, with the option to pursue ongoing Unity Fire mentoring.
At this level, you’ll learn:
- 🌍 How to anchor energy and ground deeply into the Earth
- 🌀 How to help others release energies that aren’t theirs (Aura Clearing)
- 🔮 How to build and empower Reiki crystal grids
- 🧼 Energetic hygiene tools for safe and effective sessions
- 🧿 How to use the Reiki Master Symbol to amplify your healing work
All course materials are included and available via a private Google Classroom. This level is ideal for practitioners ready to take the next step toward becoming a Reiki Master Teacher—or simply deepen their own healing path.
Note: Students must be practicing at Reiki Level II for at least 4 months before attending. Emerge class scheduling supports this timeline intentionally to allow for self-healing and readiness. Students from other teachers/lineages are welcome! Simply show your Reiki II Certificate to attend.
In Person Reiki III Classes
These Face-to-Face classes are primarily held in Chico, CA several times a year. Please click the class in the listing to get a full detailed description of the offering. Quick overview below:
- 📍 Location: Chico, California
- 📅 Format: Six in-person classes (approx. 4 hours each), meeting every other week or a single retreat day (as part of a 3-day Holy Fire Master classes)
- 💸 Tuition: $444 ($111 non-refundable deposit required at registration)
- 📚 Materials: Printed manual, journal, pen, and handouts
- Digital access via private Google Classroom
- 🌀 Prerequisites: Reiki I and II (if trained elsewhere you will need to show your Reiki II certificate)
- 🔁 Schedule: Offered ~2 times per year (Jun, Jan)
- 💡 Bundle & Save:
- Register for Reiki III and Holy Fire III Master classes together, use Coupon Code: ReikiThreeFour to receive a $50 discount.
Online Reiki III Classes
These Online classes are held via Google Meet two times a year. Please click the class in the listing to get a full detailed description of the offering. These online classes are offered in conjunction with Whole Self Unity, a 501c3 nonprofit looking to expand access to online integrative therapies for those in need (especially women with cancer). Sliding scale or scholarships are not available for Reiki III offerings. Quick overview below:
- 📍 Location: Online via Google Meet
- 📅 Format: Six in-person classes (approx. 4 hours each, meeting every other week)
- 💸 Tuition: $444 ($111 non-refundable deposit required at registration)
- 📚 Materials: Digital manual, digital journal, and digital handouts
- Digital access via private Google Classroom
- 🌀 Prerequisites: Reiki I and II (if trained elsewhere, please show your Reiki II Certificate)
- 🔁 Schedule: Offered 2 times per year (May/Jun/Jul, Oct/Nov/Dec)
Reiki IV - Holy Fire Master
Strengthen your practice with deep grounding, energetic hygiene, and powerful tools for supporting others in lasting transformation.
Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki Master Training
Taught in small groups over 3 consecutive days, Reiki IV deepens your healing practice while preparing you to become a Reiki Master Teacher (if you choose to). You’ll receive your Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki Master certification, with the option to continue into advanced mentoring and teaching pathways.
At this level, you’ll receive the Holy Fire III ignitions, Master Symbol placement, and explore:
🔥 How to activate the Holy Fire® III energy and integrate it into your sessions
🧬 How to offer placements (attunements) and ignitions for students
🎓 How to teach Reiki I, II, and Advanced Reiki Training (ART)
💡 How to hold space for powerful spiritual transformation
🛡️ Ethics, integrity, and best practices for teaching and leading
All course materials are included and available via a private Google Classroom. This level is perfect for practitioners ready to share Reiki with others through teaching—or simply seeking to embody Reiki in every part of their life.
📩 Students who register for both Reiki III and IV at the same time are eligible for a special bundle discount. Reach out using the Contact form at the bottom of the page, simply ask for the Bundle Coupon Code.
Note: Students must be certified at Reiki Level III (Advanced Reiki Training) before attending OR register for both classes at once. Students from other teachers or lineages are welcome—please provide your Reiki III certificate to enroll.
Reiki IV (Master) Classes
Amy offers a face-to-face Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Master class once a year, right around the Summer Solstice, usually at a desirable travel location. An online offering is possible, and will likely be added to the calendar in the future. Ignitions need to be experienced in 3 consecutive days, so online classes will start with 3-days of ignitions, then have regular meetings twice a month for about 4 months to walk through all of the material.
Please click the class in the listing to get a full detailed description of the offering. Quick overview below:
- 📍 Location: Chico, California (online possible)
- 📅 Format: Three days, retreat style classes
- 💸 Tuition: $1,295 ($333 non-refundable deposit required at registration)
- 📚 Materials: Printed manual, journal, pen, and handouts
- Digital access via private Google Classroom
- 🌀 Prerequisites: Reiki I, II for 6-12 months (if trained elsewhere you will need to show your Reiki II certificate), plus enrollment in Reiki III. Or Reiki III completed.
- 🔁 Schedule: Offered ~2 times per year (Jun, Jan)
- 💡 Bundle & Save:
- Register for Reiki III and Holy Fire III Master classes together, use Coupon Code: ReikiThreeFour to receive a $50 discount.
Reiki V - Holy Fire Karuna Master
Strengthen your practice with deep grounding, energetic hygiene, and powerful tools for supporting others in lasting transformation.
Holy Fire® III Karuna® Reiki Master Training
Taught in small groups over six sessions (about 3 hours each, every other week), Reiki III combines discussion, guided practice, and space between classes to integrate what you learn. You’ll receive your Usui/Holy Fire® III Advanced Reiki Training certification, with the option to pursue ongoing Unity Fire mentoring.
At this level, you’ll learn:
- 🌍 How to anchor energy and ground deeply into the Earth
- 🌀 How to help others release energies that aren’t theirs (Aura Clearing)
- 🔮 How to build and empower Reiki crystal grids
- 🧼 Energetic hygiene tools for safe and effective sessions
- 🧿 How to use the Reiki Master Symbol to amplify your healing work
All course materials are included and available via a private Google Classroom. This level is ideal for practitioners ready to take the next step toward becoming a Reiki Master Teacher—or simply deepen their own healing path.
Note: Students must be certified at Reiki Level II for at least 4 months before attending. Emerge class scheduling supports this timeline intentionally to allow for self-healing and readiness. Students from other teachers/lineages are welcome! Simply show your Reiki II Certificate to attend.
Reiki V (Holy Fire Karuna) Classes
These Holy Fire Master classes are offered as a 3-day retreat format–although online classes may be offered in the future. Please click the class in the listing to get a full detailed description of the offering. Quick overview below:
- 📍 Location: Chico, California or desirable travel locations
- 📅 Format: 3-day retreat format (online possible)
- 💸 Tuition: $1,295 ($333 non-refundable deposit required at registration)
- 📚 Materials: Printed manual, journal, pen, and handouts
- Digital access via private Google Classroom
- 🌀 Prerequisites: Reiki IV or Reiki Master level for at least 1 year.
- 🔁 Schedule: Offered 1 or 2 times per year (October, February)
- 💡 Bundle & Save:
- Register for Reiki III and Holy Fire III Karuna Master classes together and get both classes for $1,332. Ask for the Bundle Coupon Code in the contact form at the bottom of the page.
Ready for Next Steps?
Or maybe you aren’t ready to register for class yet, and want to take a look around? Here are some options for taking the next steps in your healing journey.
In-Person and Online Reiki Shares
Aren’t ready to take a class? Come to a Reiki Share – get to know like-minded people, and just play in a safe, healing space. Reiki practitioners of all lineages and levels welcome. Non-Reiki Practitioners welcome. All are welcome!
Live In-Person Reiki Shares are offered on most 1st and 3rd Sundays in Chico, 5:30 – 7:00 pm, pacific time.
Live Online Reiki Shares are offered on most 2nd and 4th Thursdays via Zoom, 5:30 – 7:00 pm, pacific time.
Find out more about Reiki Shares.
PeaceWeaving (Energetic Healing) Workshops
Maybe you want to explore self-healing options and techniques without committing to a Reiki practice? Or maybe the classes are too much of a commitment, and you just need a quick option? Explore the PeaceWeaving Workshops. These 90-minute events can be taken individually or as a series, and feature Energy Healing topics each month. Each session $25.
Chico workshops are offered in-person on the 2nd Sunday, 5:30 – 7:00 pm, pacific.
Online workshops are offered via Zoom on the 3rd Thursday, 5:30 – 7:00 pm pacific.
Reiki Specialty Classes (Sound and Crystal)
Looking to expand your Reiki practice, but not ready for the next level? The Reiki Sound Healing Series and the Crystal Reiki Healing Series each have 4 levels of classes to expand your techniques. These classes are open to all Reiki practitioners, Level II and above.
Browse Full Event Listing
Check out the entire listing of Emerge Guided Healing Events. Browse the chronological list of classes, healing events, workshops, and Reiki shares for the next 18 months.
For visual planner types, you can also leaf through the Events calendar using a month view.
Request the Bundle Coupon Code for Reiki III and Master classes, or join the mailing list (be sure to check the “keep me informed” box).