Let Animals Lead® Animal Reiki Teacher Intensive Training
October 13-15, 2023 At the C.A.R.E. Foundation in Apopka, Florida
Let Animals Lead® Animal Reiki Teacher Intensive Training Certification
October 13-15, 2023
At the C.A.R.E. Foundation in Apopka, Florida
$1,300 (includes lunches, one dinner and a 25% donation to the C.A.R.E. Foundation)
Description of Class.
Become an Animal Reiki Leader!
This coming October, Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA) Co-Founder Leah D’Ambrosio and SARA Director Kelly McDermott Burns are hosting a Let Animals Lead® Method of Animal Reiki Teacher Intensive at the C.A.R.E. Foundation!
What is an Animal Reiki Teacher Training Intensive? It is a Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki Teacher certification course with three full days of learning and practicing how to teach Animal Reiki Levels 1, 2 and 3. Each day will be devoted to learning how to teach the unique techniques of this proprietary method, including a review and practice of all the traditional meditations, how to guide your students in understanding why we don’t use hands, and will include hours of training with the exotic and wild animals of C.A.R.E.!
Bonus! Not only will students receive one of a kind, manuals for each level of Animal Reiki, but also included in the class price are vegan lunches served each day of class and a special class dinner on Saturday at a local restaurant with Christin Buford, the founder of the C.A.R.E. Foundation and one of her wonderful monkeys!
Are you ready to rejuvenate? This Teacher Intensive Training is going to be like a mini-retreat. Not only will you be learning a valuable skill, you will be served yummy food, and make long lasting friendships! You will also be working with exotic animals and creating experiences that you will be able to share with your own students!
With each having over 15 years experience in teaching the Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki, Leah and Kelly, will expertly guide you on how to become a confident and successful Animal Reiki teacher and leader! Students will come away prepared to teach animal reiki, lead presentations, and start their own business.
You might be asking yourself, why would I take this program and not a cheaper one? If you are someone that honors the human/animal bond and wants to be able to teach others the importance of supporting and treating animals ethically, there is no other course out there!
What makes us so unique? The Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki, created in 2004 by world renowned Animal Reiki expert, Kathleen Prasad, is the only system of Animal Reiki that is accepted in close to 100 shelters both here in the US and internationally and is currently being used in veterinary clinics, rehabilitation clinics, to support professional working animals, and with thousands of companion animals.
Our unique method has successfully supported tens of thousands of animals across the globe. It is also the first official Animal Reiki method that allows animals choice, freedom of movement and creates a space where true healing can occur.
No other Animal Reiki program can match the significant length of our history or the depth of our training, support, and resources.
If you have studied in the Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki and are at least a Level 2 practitioner, this is the perfect next step for you. If you haven't studied in this system, SARA has many different classes to choose from that fulfill this requirement.
Don't let this chance pass you by! Enroll in this class and discover how to teach the most effective and widely supported system of Animal Reiki in existence. No other program offers such comprehensive training, support, and abundant resources. Join us now and embark on a journey that will forever transform your connection with animals and your ability to support their healing.
Dates: October 13-15, 2023
Friday and Saturday:10am to 5pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm
Price: $1,300* with 25% donated to the CARE Foundation
(class fee includes lunches and a class dinner on Saturday)
*If you have taken a Let Animals Lead® Level 3 class and want to resit, please contact us for a discounted rate.
What you will learn.
- How and why the Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki is the most effective and ethical Animal Reiki method in existence
- How the Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki is different from traditional human Reiki and other Animal Reiki methods.
- With the help of the wild and exotic animals of CARE, the significance of maintaining a non-intrusive and respectful approach when working with animals.
- Level 3 training including:
- Discussion and practice in the traditional Japanese techniques
- Understanding the 4th symbol and mantra, and how to modify them with animals
- The Reiki Master Initiation/Reiju
- Instruction and Practice in how to perform Reiju
- Guidance on how to teach the different practices to Level 3 students
- Review of the lesson plan for Level 3 training
- Level 2 training including:
- Discussion of practice in the traditional Japanese techniques for this level
- Discussion and practice of the three symbols and mantras, and how to modify them with animals
- Guidance on how to teach the different practices to Level 2 students
- Review of the lesson plan for Level 2 training
- Level 1 training including:
- Discussion of practice in the traditional Japanese techniques for this level
- How to share Animal Reiki ethically and for the best success with animals
- Why hands-on is not as powerful as hands-off with animals
- Guidelines and techniques for sharing Animal Reiki with animals including when and how to use physical contact ethically during an Animal Reiki session
- A simple hands-on treatment for humans to help offer support during difficult times (this is a self-practice you will be able to share with others)
- Guidance on how to teach the different practices to Level 1 students
- Review of the lesson plan for Level 1 training
- Progressive deep dive into the Precepts from Level 1 to Level 3.
- How to effectively hold space for both people and animals who are in crisis.
- Guidelines and techniques to support ANY animal under ANY condition!
- An overview of the Animal Reiki Practitioner Code of Ethics including why these ethics are a crucial foundation to your practice and how they can help open doors for you at a vet office, shelter, or any other animal care organization
- Instruction on creating your own successful lesson plans for your students
What you’ll receive.
Most importantly, at the end of this class you will have all the tools and the confidence you need to teach a successful Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki class! You will also receive:
- A professional Certificate certifying you as a Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki teacher
- Professional, comprehensive manuals for each Level that will serve as teaching manuals and as valuable resources throughout your Animal Reiki practice.
- Permission to teach in-person Level 1, 2 and 3 Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki courses.
- An invitation to become a Teacher member of the Shelter Animal Reiki Association - an international animal welfare organization that is only open to students certified in the Let Animals Lead® method.
- Permission to invite YOUR students to join the Shelter Animal Reiki Association at the Practitioner level.
- Ongoing online support through meditation practices and support calls with Leah and Kelly.
Requirements
- You must have taken a Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki Level 2 or Leah’s Animal Reiki for Reiki Practitioner class to qualify to attend.
- If you haven’t trained in the Let Animals Lead® method and want to be a teacher, be sure to check out SARA’s upcoming summer classes. There are many classes that qualify for this course!
Dates: October 13-15, 2023
Friday and Saturday:10am to 5pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm
Price: $1,300* with 25% donated to the CARE Foundation
(class fee includes lunches and a class dinner on Saturday)
*If you have taken a Let Animals Lead® Level 3 class and want to resit, please contact us for a discounted rate.
Teachers: Shelter Animal Reiki Association Co-Founder and Vice President, Leah D'Ambrosio and SARA Director, Kelly McDermott Burns
Refund Policy:
We strive to provide high-quality education and an exceptional learning experience to all our participants. Please read the following refund policy carefully before enrolling in the class, as it outlines our guidelines regarding refunds.
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No Refunds
Once you have enrolled in the class, please note that we do not offer any refunds under any circumstances. This policy is in place to ensure fairness and consistency for all participants. Therefore, it is essential to consider your commitment and availability before making a purchase.
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Enrollment Transfer
If you are unable to attend the class after enrollment, we may consider a one-time enrollment transfer to another individual of your choice. Please contact our customer support within 10 days of the class start date to initiate the transfer process. The new participant must meet all the prerequisites and eligibility criteria for the class.
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Class Cancellation
In the unlikely event that we need to cancel the class due to unforeseen circumstances or factors beyond our control, we will provide you with a full refund of the class fee. We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of the cancellation and process the refund in a timely manner.
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Rescheduling
If the class needs to be rescheduled for any reason, such as the unavailability of the instructor or venue, we will inform you as soon as possible. In such cases, you will have the option to attend the rescheduled class or transfer your enrollment to a future class offering.
Please note that by enrolling in the class, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions outlined in this refund policy.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact Leah at info@animal-bonds.com
Dates: October 13-15, 2023
Friday and Saturday:10am to 5pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm
Price: $1,300* with 25% donated to the CARE Foundation
(class fee includes lunches and a class dinner on Saturday)
*If you have taken a Let Animals Lead® Level 3 class and want to resit, please contact us for a discounted rate.
Teachers: Shelter Animal Reiki Association Co-Founder and Vice President, Leah D'Ambrosio and SARA Director, Kelly McDermott Burns
Travel Details
If you are traveling by plane, the Orlando International Airport is the closest airport. Apopka is approximately 45 minutes northwest of the airport. On your return flight, allow 90 minutes to get to the airport from Apopka to account for traffic and delays.
Transportation from Airport:
Unfortunately, there aren’t any shuttles to and from the airport but Uber and Lyft are both good options.
Fees range between $45 and $80 each way - depending on the time of day and the availability of cars.
A taxi is around $90 each way.
Car Rental:
If you need to rent a car, we highly recommend renting it through CarRentals.com. They traditionally have the lowest price and offer bookings for all the major and discount rental car companies.
Hotel:
We have a block of rooms reserved at:
Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando-Apopka
321 S Lake Cortez Drive
Apopka, FL 32703
(407) 880-7861
The special rate is $149 per night plus taxes
Our group code is SAR.
The Hampton Inn is a suites hotel so you will have a refrigerator in your room. There are grocery stores very close to the hotel including Sprouts and Walmart. Both within walking distance.
Dining:
Close to the hotel are many fast food and dining options. All are within walking distance although to reach some you will have to cross a very busy 6-8 lane road. It’s very doable.
Alternative Lodging Location:
Mt. Dora is around 20 minutes north of Apopka. CARE is conveniently located between Mt. Dora and Apopka so either location works! If you are looking to make this a mini vacation, we highly recommend staying in Mt. Dora. It is an adorable little town right on a lake and has wonderful lodging and dining options. We do want to alert you that Mt. Dora is a little pricier than Apopka.
What to Pack:
CARE is located in a rural part of Apopka. You must wear closed-toed shoes and long pants and high socks are suggested as there are fire ants and other insects that love to munch on exposed skin!
Packing suggestions:
Sweater/light jacket for night
Long sleeved shirts
Short sleeved shirts
Pants - lightweight, comfortable preferred - we will be sitting a lot!
Comfortable shoes for walking
Reusable water bottle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Mosquito repellant
Lightweight bag for carrying snacks, water and your manual