Kriya House

Kriya House is a house in the suburbs, but it’s way more than just that! We are blending the comfort of a home with the vibrations of a meditation center. Our current members practice kriya yoga. One of them operates a farm (land leased 5 minutes north) with chickens, rabbits, a CSA and flowers. Another member is a media production specialist, shooting photos and videos, recording audio, and generally being a kick-ass creative. The third and fourth tenants are multipotentialites, with income coming from both horticulture and caregiving, as well as helping out on the farm. We aim to collaborate as a household, though our finances are all separate. We contribute to the mortgage which belongs to a generous and inspired friend.

The home has been a host to many events, and will continue to do so! The backyard is fenced is slowly transfomring into a permaculture haven as well as an outdoor meditation and ceremonial space. There is a market in this area to host regular kirtan, and many spiritual seekers gather at our various events where people take turns at the focal point as speakers, and we occasionally host workshops and ceremonies. We play music, meditate, get sunshine, and eat well every day.

Our two-story home features two common ‘living room’ areas (one on the main floor and one in the basement), and a fenced-in garden (in progress to becoming a permaculture haven, but not very far along as of this writing). Our goal is to create a meditative sanctuary filled with nourishing or healing plants, sitting areas, and sacred art. Oftentimes we have rooms available (around $800 p month) because the home has five(ish)bedrooms total. We value clean, mindful living and prioritize maintaining an inviting, peaceful space. Housemates share responsibilities to keep common areas tidy, by cultivating the habit of cleaning up as you cook, and finishing projects one starts. We are an alcohol and tobacco free home.

>>>>>>>Who we are seeking<<<<<<<<<<

We welcome sincere seekers, mindful practitioners, and spiritually curious individuals who value meditation, yoga, and intentional  living. This is the ideal space for those who appreciate the teachings of Kriya Yoga, Advaita Vedanta, Buddhism, Hermeticism, or any religious path of interest that bears good fruit.

We are not a space for casual renters but for those who genuinely want to live in a conscious, connected community. If you’ve ever dreamed of living in an ashram but value personal freedom, access to civilization, and diversity in thought and belief, Kriya House may be your perfect fit.

>>>>>>>>>>Living at Kriya House<<<<<<<<<<<<<

Opportunities to engage in discourse about meditation and a generally sattvic lifestyle in an environment that supports your journey, surrounded by people who share this value. We go to nearby temples to be guided in life and meditation, as well as for connecting with more like-hearted individuals.

Participation in community events like farm volunteer days, kirtans, potlucks, and workshops, ceremonies, or being included in envisioning opportunities towards financial freedom.

A balance of connection (in the kitchen and common areas) and personal space.

>>>>>>>>>>>This is what we’re all about:

Yoga Life: We center our daily lives around our meditation practice, and we take a holistic view on the 8 limbs of yoga. We cultivate inner peace and attunement with the divine. We play music, cook food, go out, have jobs, navigate relationships, and are involved with the world in all its material essence, but we cultivate the sattvic lifestyle to the best of our ability.

Balance of Structure and Freedom: We maintain a peaceful, mindful home environment without rigid dogma, allowing room for authentic expression and diverse opinions that spark personal and collective growth. There are as many religious perspectives as there are humans on earth. We leave room for all of them to hold the truth, because of the necessity of inclusivity within diversity. Yoga is the structure we follow in order to walk the narrow path of goodness to liberation. Within this path there is freedom to experiment with various techniques, diets, lifestyle choices, and modalities in order to grasp the divine.

Inclusivity and Diversity: We welcome seekers from all spiritual backgrounds who are sincere in their pursuit of truth and self-realization. We enjoy talks about hermeticism, advaita vedanta, buddhism, the connection between spirituality and physics, and what’s happening in this wild time we’re living in. We are a haven for those who are called ‘crazy’ by their family, where we can speak about things outside of the mainstream without fear of judgment.

Garden: We believe in the sacredness of nature, the simplicity of homegrown meals, the necessity of resilient systems, both for our survival and our health, and we aspire to grow a beautiful garden centered around regenerative practices. We have collaborations with other organizations in the area to bring regenerative land care practices to urban, suburban, and rural lawns everywhere.

Conscious Community: We have had some joyful experiences and some epic gatherings.

If you resonate with our mission and values, we invite you to reach out and share why you feel called to join Kriya House. Please email us with a detailed introduction about yourself, your spiritual path, and why Kriya House feels like home for you. We look forward to connecting! After an initial conversation, we welcome you to visit, meet the community, and explore if this is the right space for your spiritual journey.