Nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of the Nidderdale Valley, The Acorn is a peaceful sanctuary designed for rest, replenishment and revitalisation. A place to nurture and nourish mind, body and soul — which is why we are so excited to offer our next Reiki Level 1 Shoden Attunement in this idyllic setting.

Shoden is a Japanese word meaning “first teachings.”
It is the first level in the traditional Japanese system of Reiki, where you will learn how to balance your own energy system, support self-healing and deepen your spiritual development.

During the weekend you will receive four Reiju empowerments and learn techniques to work primarily on yourself, while also gaining the ability to share Reiki with family, friends and even pets.

Benefits of Shoden Reiki Training

• Develop a clear understanding of the traditional system of Reiki
• Learn to feel and work with energy in a grounded and supportive way
• Use Reiki for relaxation, self-healing and personal development
• Gain practical tools and principles to support everyday life
• Understand energy hygiene, protection and cleansing practices
• Learn how to share Reiki with family, friends, pets and plants

The Root2Rise Experience

Alongside the traditional Reiki teachings, we will weave in a number of Root2Rise Reiki-infused experiences to deepen your journey and support integration.

Expect a nourishing blend of practices including:

• Yin Yoga, Singing Bowl Therapy and Reiki Drumming
• Reiki Drumming Journey
• Ceremonial Cacao
• Meditation
• Time in nature

What’s Included

• 3 days / 2 nights at The Acorn Wellness Retreat
• Beautiful plant-based meals (2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners)
• 4 Reiju empowerments and hands-on Reiki practice
• Reiki-infused breathwork sessions
• Sound bath and Yin Yoga with singing bowl therapy
• Ceremonial cacao
• Reiki drumming Journey
• Time in nature including a walk to Brimham Rocks and optional river dip
• Reflection and journaling time
• Use of sauna, steam room and relaxation spaces
• Closing integration circle

Preparation for the Training

Before the retreat you will receive an online manual and MP3 teachings from Reiki Evolution, allowing you to arrive feeling prepared and ready to immerse yourself fully in the experience.

Your pre-course learning will introduce:

• What Reiki is and its history and origins
• The teachings of Reiki’s founder and how they apply today
• The Reiki precepts and mindfulness practices
• Daily energy exercises and self-treatment techniques
• How Reiki can be shared with others

Everybody Welcome
Reiki is a natural energy that we all have access to - sometimes we simply need guidance and the right environment to reconnect with it. No experience is necessary and everybody is welcome. Maybe you are already attuned to reiki and feel called to experience again in a retreat setting.

REIKI ATTUNEMENTS

Reiki (霊気) is a traditional Japanese healing art that supports the body’s natural ability to rebalance and restore. Through gentle hands-on practice it helps guide the nervous system out of stress and back into a state of calm and healing.

Reiki helps reawaken the body’s natural energy system, bringing you back into balance on every level: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.

Shoden - the first teachings, is where the journey begins.

It’s not about becoming a healer.
It’s about learning to work with energy for yourself first and creating a self-care practice you carry for life.

YIN YOGA & REIKI DRUMMING

Yin Yoga gently stresses the connective tissues and stimulates the meridian pathways (energy channels used in Traditional Chinese Medicine). When these pathways are open, Reiki energy can flow more freely through the body.

Holding Yin poses for longer periods activates the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and repair). This calm state is ideal for both giving and receiving Reiki, allowing the body to be more receptive to healing.

Yin encourages stillness and introspection, helping practitioners tune into subtle sensations and energetic shifts. This heightened awareness can make it easier to feel and work with Reiki energy.

REIKI INFUSED CACAO

Ceremonial Grade Cacao has been used for centuries by indigenous cultures as a sacred plant medicine, valued for both its nutritional properties and its ability to support emotional and spiritual wellbeing.

Cacao is also known as a natural mood enhancer, helping to stimulate the release of dopamine, serotonin and endorphins the body’s “feel good” chemicals encouraging feelings of openness, connection and wellbeing.

During our Reiki-infused cacao ceremony, we will drink this sacred medicine with intention, allowing its gentle heart-opening qualities to deepen relaxation, enhance energetic flow and support a deeper connection to ourselves and each other.

Nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of the Nidderdale Valley, The Acorn is the perfect sanctuary to find replenishment and revitalisation. With three relaxation areas, one consultation room and four bedrooms, there is always a place to find space for yourself. As you wander through the relaxation rooms, surrounded by enticing books and homely touches, you find ‘Blossom’. A garden view room that exudes serenity with day beds. In the summer, the doors are flung open and birdsong floods in with sunlight and grassy aromas. In the winter, the snug blankets provide a cosy layer with the warmth of a roaring fire. The ‘Heartwood’ kitchen is a perfectly inspiring place where entirely plant based food will be created for us.

Upstairs you will discover four beautiful and luxurious bedrooms. All equipped with indulgent non- allergenic duvets and 100% Egyptian cotton bedding. The garden has two seating areas. One near the brook with a beautiful fire pit and comfortable seating and one out of the kitchen in easy access with a more sheltered fire pit. Both areas are ideal for connecting around fire time or being alone with the escape of a good book in the pure fresh air. The ‘Wellness Bud’ has both sauna and steam facilities with hot and cold shower. The Acorn encourage guests to brave the cold shower in between heat treatments to encourage their immune systems and invigorate their bodies and minds.

Friday 26th June 2026

ARRIVAL DAY - 5pm Arrival Time

• Introduction to Reiki and the original system [Start at 5.30pm]

• Reiki Precepts

• Exploring the Hara

• Hatsurei Sequence

• Reiju Empowerment #1

• Self Treatment Practice

• Easy to Digest Dinner[8pm]

• Reiki Drumming Journey in pjs on the Blossom beds

Saturday 27th June 2026

SATURDAY - 7.30am Start Time

• Morning Breathwork

• Reiki Meditation at Brimham Rocks and option to explore the staggering array or historic rocks

• Breakfast Bowl and Digest[10am]

• Reiju Empowerment #2

• Seated Hands on Practice and Feedback

• Lunch [1pm]

• Free time to enjoy the Acorn to relax and enjoy the wellness bud, sauna and steam room/journal etc

• Empowerment #3

• Carry out Treatments for Each Other

• Dinner[6.30pm]

• Yin Yoga, Singing Bowl Therapy Drumming and Reiki Drumming

Sunday 28th June 2026

DEPARTURE DAY - 12pm Close

• Morning Breathwork

• Reiki Empowerment #4

• Reiki Practice

• Breakfast Pot (9.30am)

• Optional River Dip (10am)

• Reiki Infused Cacao Ceremony (11am)

• Closing and Certificates

You will have the care and attention from Natalie and James who will take you on a wonderful healing journey sure to leave you feeling fully refreshed, deeply relaxed and rejuvenated.

YIN YOGA | SOUND | REIKI

NATALIE BRADSHAW

Combing back to ancient wisdom changed my life. For years I suffered with Adrenal Fatigue and an Autoimmune Disease, that combined with being a workaholic in the corporate world often meant choosing to work 13-hour days and using all my energy up at work that often meant that I had nothing left for me, let alone time for my family or friends. After becoming dependent on steroid injections, western medication and coffee just to get through the day I decided to come back to Yoga and explore a more holistic lifestyle. Rather than continue to book holidays in a desperate attempt to recharge, I started to go on Yoga retreats and train to become a Yoga teacher which soon became a huge turning point in my life. It gave me the space to rest, spend time with like minded people and also learn tools that I needed to make changes in my life. During this time, I saw a flyer to train in Level 1 Reiki - It was like I was guided so signed up and very quickly saw huge benefits. As I continued to dig deeper, not only did I become stronger and more mobile in my body but I had reduced pain, raised my energy levels, improved my mental health and my whole perspective significantly changed. I said goodbye to my corporate life and set out on a new path find a solution other than a lifetime on western medication and guess what - I haven't taken western medication for over 9 years and have managed to keep my autoimmune issues at bay (unless I fall into old habits!) Even now with over 1000 study hours with many global master teachers and reading hundreds of books, I continue to search for and experience alternative ways to live at optimal health in this modern world. Going deeper into the layers is my passion, specifically in conjunction with traditional Chinese medicine, organ health, the energetic body and breath work. Sound and Reiki has also been a huge influence in my healing path which is why James (my husband) and I love to work together and create healing and transformational experiences which we can offer on a private basis, group classes, workshops or retreats.

REIKI MASTER | SOUND | WIM HOF METHOD

JAMES BRADSHAW

Working in the fire and rescue service was my dream job and after making the difficult decision to leave after 10 years service I lost my way a little. I missed helping other people and felt something was missing. I proceeded to spend another 10 years building up my own renovations and maintenance company and whilst really enjoying meeting new people, the practical side of working with my hands and being creative I still felt I had more to offer. In 2011 I injured my spine in a car accident and the doctors said that I would need to start saving for a £20k operation to remove some of my spine which would manage the pain. The injury was affecting my life and somedays I couldn’t walk – this is where my journey started in looking for alternative ways to heal. I started regular yoga classes and very soon I regained strength, mobility and reduced pain. It was actually in the yoga studio that I saw a leaflet for Reiki and became very curious in how I could tap into my own healing potential. In the back of my mind I knew this was the tool I could use to help myself and others. It has been quite a journey working towards my Reiki master degree, digging deeper into the potentials of Sound Therapy and training up to advanced level with the Wim Hof Method [Breathwork, Mindset and Cold Water Therapy] - collectively it has taken my own healing ability and what I can offer to a whole new level which in fact has recently helped me fight cancer for the 2nd time. Understanding Cancer triggers, how to prevent, slow down, and potentially cure with lifestyle and alternative healing methods has become a big area of interest for me and Natalie - we continue to research, experience and explore ways to help ourselves and others live at optimal health in this modern world.

And guess what… I no longer need the spinal operation!

Join us Friday 26th June - Sunday 28th June 2026

All rooms are stunning, luxurious, lovingly designed and prepared.

• £575 per person for Shared Occupancy Room (twin or triple)

• There is ONE king size suite that can be offered at £695 sole or £575 double occupancy

We hope you can join us! x