Home-based reiki studio

Adults looking for stress relief and relaxation, often people already using massage, yoga or other wellness services.

Fixed price per session, usually 45 to 60 minutes, with extras like package bundles, gift certificates and longer sessions.

• Reiki training and practice
• Calm, caring manner with clients
• Clear communication about what Reiki is and is not
• Basic booking and record keeping

• Home-based business licence or zoning rules with your municipality, including rules on clients visiting your home
• Professional and commercial general liability insurance, check it covers Reiki
• Do not claim to treat or cure medical conditions; keep wording to relaxation and wellbeing
• Check whether your province regulates any wellness titles or advertising claims
• Check whether you need to register for GST/HST once revenue passes the small supplier threshold

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on how you set up your spare room, your treatment table and equipment, insurance and marketing. Training costs vary and depend on your existing experience.

Check home-based business licence or zoning rules with your municipality, including rules on clients visiting your home. Also check that your insurance covers Reiki, whether your province regulates wellness titles or claims, and when to register for GST/HST.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $300 to $2,500, depending on how many sessions you offer, your pricing and how quickly you build regular clients. Avoid claiming to treat medical conditions; keep wording to relaxation and wellbeing.