We are a multidisciplinary wellness studio
located in the historic Northside neighborhood
of Battle Creek, Michigan.
OUR ROOTS
Karma House is the vision of Sokuzan, the founding abbot of Sokukoji Buddhist monastery. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1959 and joined United States Marine Corps in an attempt to work with his own negativity and emotions. Looking back, he wished he could have walked out of the high school and into a different kind of community in which he could fundamentally examine his own mind through movement, the arts, meditation, and other awareness practices. He desires that all people from all backgrounds have a safe place where they can work with thoughts and emotions.
There have been countless volunteers over the years that have supported the renovation of Karma House from Meyer Toy Store and the vision of this mission. This would not have been possible without them.
MISSION
It is our mission to offer community classes, programs, health minded therapists and open space to bring our community together in ways that create better health, clarity, happiness and service toward others.
VISION
Our vision is for Battle Creek to be a community that is empowered to train their minds, to support their bodies, and to be free of barriers that limit quality of life. We intend to live our mission and vision through collaborative relationships with local organizations aligning with community determined goals.
VALUES
We value no cost, donation-based, and reduced-price services funded by donations and grants available in the Battle Creek, MI community and beyond.
We offer experienced meditation teachers, licensed clinical social workers, acupuncturists, massage therapists, certified yoga teachers and other valued community partners with experience working with individuals and communities impacted by health and mental health conditions, addiction, or violence.
We support the development of future yoga teachers, clinical social workers, bodywork therapists, dancers, and community advocates through mentoring, collaboration, and training. We support our local community and organizations by providing space in which to meet and grow.