2012 IHHS Programs
REIKI Training/Certification
Reiki I:
Reiki is a simple method of hands-on healing that originated in Japan. Reiki is a gentle but powerful way to access pure, spiritually guided life-force energy for self-healing, stress and pain relief. Reiki supports physical, mental, emotional and spiritual healing and complements conventional medical treatment and alternative therapies.
It is easy to learn and use for self, others and pets/animals. In the Reiki I class, students receive information about what Reiki is, how it works, the history of Reiki, how to do a self-treatment, and full body treatment session for others. Students also receive an "attunement" which is a sacred ritual that passes on the ability to access Reiki energy for healing self and others. A detailed manual and certificate of completion are provided for each student.
Reiki I is open to all; no experience is necessary. This class is a prerequisite for learning other levels of Reiki.
Saturday March 10, 2012 10 am – 4 pm $175 (WCSU students/faculty/staff $150) Warner Hall 102
Reiki II:
Reiki II provides a deeper understanding of the healing power of Reiki. Students are shown how to use Reiki to heal others from a distance so that you can help friends, family, others and the planet no matter where you live. Learn to heal mental/emotional and spiritual imbalances more effectively. Gain access to sacred symbols for making Reiki treatments more powerful. Students also receive the second level Reiki attunement, pertinent information and certificate of completion.
Reiki I is a prerequisite for Reiki II.
Sunday April 15, 2012 9 am – 5 pm $250 (WCSU students/faculty/staff $225) Warner Hall 102
Reiki III/Master Level:
Take your Reiki practice to the next level. Receive and work with the master level Reiki symbols to empower yourself and your healing abilities. Learn to teach and pass on Reiki attunements for all levels of Reiki, how to start your practice and what to include in each class. This is a powerful class for those who wish to have a stronger connection to Reiki and for those looking to teach. Manuals and certificate of completion are provided for each student.
Prerequisites are completion of Reiki I and II.
Saturday & Sunday June 9 -10, 2012 10 am – 5 pm $650 (WCSU students/faculty/staff $600) Warner Hall 102
If you register in advance for all 3 $950 (WCSU students/faculty/staff $900)
Workshop delivered by Deana Paqua, Reiki Master
Sponsored by the Institute for Holistic Health Studies, Western Connecticut State University
9th Annual holistic health fair and 5th annual 5k fun run/walk
Save the date for the Annual Holistic Health Fair and Fun Run – Saturday April 21, 2012
The theme for the Health Fair is “Multicultural Health and Healing: Traditions from Around the Globe”. We are taking applications for presenters for breakout sessions and for exhibitors. Please contact Robyn Housemann at housemannr@wcsu.edu
Wellness Wednesday Workshops
Wellness Wednesday Workshops will continue this semester. The dates for the workshops are as follows: 2/8/12, 2/29/12, 3/14/12, 3/28/12, 4/11/12, and 4/25/12 from noon to 1:00 PM in the Midtown Student Center. Stay tuned for more details.
Drumming circles
If you are interested in participating in Drumming Circles please contact Robyn Housemann at housemannr@wcsu.edu.
Tibetan medicine workshops
The Institute of Holistic Health Studies at WCSU in collaboration with Dr. Tashi Rabten of the Tibetan Medical Association will present five workshops throughout the spring semester on the university’s Midtown campus.
The workshops are free and open to the public and will run from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in Room 102 of Warner Hall on the following dates:
- Tuesday, Jan. 31: “History, the Mind-Body Connection and Tibetan Culture”
- Tuesday, Feb. 28: “Theory, Part I, rlung/Wind – the Breath of Life”
- Tuesday, March 13: “Theory, Part II, mKhris-pa/Bile – the Temperature of Life”
- Tuesday, March 27: “Theory, Part III, Bad-kan/phlegm – The Fluid of Life”
- Tuesday, April 10: “The Spiritual Connection”
Dr. Rabten has practiced Tibetan medicine for more than 25 years in Tibet, India and the United States. He is co-founder of the Tibetan Home of Hope and the Tibetan Technology Institute. He frequently lectures on Tibetan medicine and is currently writing a book on the topic.
Practical Strength Training for Older Adults
Tuesday, Thursdays, and Fridays 8-9 a.m
Designed for people 60 and older, this resistance training program incorporates free weights and body weight to promote muscle strength and endurance in a way that maintains functional ability and quality of life. Participants are encouraged to attend twice a week, Tuesday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday. Dr. Jeff Schlicht, Ph.D. Berkshire Hall, Bill Williams Gymnasium South.
The above event is free to students, faculty, and staff and is open to the general public for a $2.00 per day fee, payable on a quarterly basis. New quarters begin January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1, but new participants are encouraged to join at any time by attending a Friday orientation class with Dr. Schlicht. Quarterly fees will be prorated for people joining once the quarter has started.
