Discover the Heart of Reiki – A Rare Historical Event for Reiki Practitioners

Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with the living history of Reiki. Whether you're newly attuned or a long-time practitioner, this event offers deep insight into the lineage and stories that shaped the Reiki we know today.

We are honoured to welcome Joyce Winough, Reiki Master and life partner of the late Phyllis Lei Furumoto, Lineage Bearer of Usui Shiki Ryoho. Joyce will guide us through an intimate and inspiring journey into the Hawayo Takata Archives, a rich collection of letters, photographs, documents, and rare audio recordings that illuminate the early days of Reiki's spread to the West.

Hawayo Takata is a foundational figure in the Reiki lineage, credited with bringing Reiki from Japan to the United States and training the 22 Reiki Masters who continued her legacy. In 2017, her personal materials were carefully preserved and prepared for donation to the University of California, Santa Barbara, a project Joyce helped to lead.

Through a curated slideshow of 125 archival images and rare audio recordings of Takata Sensei herself, you'll experience stories, teachings, and moments that shaped the global Reiki movement. You'll hear Takata's own voice, sharing her insights into Reiki healing and the power of touch.

This is not only a history lesson, but a vibrational transmission of connection, lineage, and legacy, a chance to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the Reiki path.

Book now – spaces are limited for this rare and intimate presentation.

About Joyce Winough

Joyce began her Reiki journey in Hawaii in 1988 and was initiated as a Master by Phyllis Furumoto in 2002. For decades, she worked alongside Phyllis, travelling the world to support Reiki classes, retreats, and community gatherings. Today, Joyce continues to teach, mentor students, and present the Takata Archive Project internationally. She is an active member of The Reiki Alliance, the Reiki Foundation International, and a Council member of the Office of the Grandmaster, supporting the current Lineage Bearer, Johannes Reindl.

How do I get to the Old School Yoga Studio from Stratford Upon Avon?

The postcode for the yoga studio is CV37 8NG.

If you know the shop and cafe in Preston on Stour then the studio is next door to that ...heading out of Stratford on the Shipston Road it is the turning on the right about halfway between Stratford and Alderminster by the Alscot Estate. You should see the long brick wall of the Alscot Estate and the turning to Preston is at the end of the brick wall. When you turn into Preston Lane, follow the road for a short way and then over the little bridge and round the bend towards the right. The first thing you will see on the right is the village hall. There is a cut out for village hall parking there and the driveway to the studio is next to the cut out (there is a small wooden sign at the entrance to the driveway)...it is quite a narrow drive but there is parking at the rear and the entrance to the yoga studio where we will be is at the rear. Some people also park on the road as it is not a main road that is a cut through to anywhere so this is fine.

**Important : Please do not use the Village Hall car parking area as this is strictly for village hall events and you are likely to get blocked in**

The photo below shows the entrance to the narrow drive that leads to the studio.

Is there parking at the studio?

There is a free car park at the rear of the studio and the entrance to the yoga studio where we will be is also at the rear. It is quite a narrow driveway leading to the carpark so pull out wide before turning in! Some people also park on the road as it is not a main road that is a cut through to anywhere so this is fine.

**Important : Please do not use the Village Hall car parking area as this is strictly for village hall events and you are likely to get blocked in**

What time does it start?

The final timings will be confirmed closer to the day but we have pencilled in 9am to 5.30pm. Make sure you give yourself time to settle in and perhaps aim to arrive 10mins before the start.

How to get in touch...

If you have any questions at all just give me a call on 01789 608378 otherwise I hope to see you soon!