Shri

What Shri does

Shri is a Pawtucket, Rhode Island-based yoga outreach organization founded in 2010 by Alison Bologna that operates a hybrid for-profit studio, 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm (Shri Service Corps), and allergen-free snack social enterprise (Shri Bark Snacks). The company delivers trauma-sensitive yoga and mindfulness programming to underserved populations across Rhode Island, including adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, K-12 students, veterans, seniors, shelter residents, and recovery communities, while also serving the general public through paid studio classes, teacher training, and ticketed community events. In fiscal year 2024, Shri funded 1,652-1,706 free classes and served 8,500+ students annually through nonprofit partner agencies.

The core technology is the proprietary Shri Curriculum — a trauma-sensitive, rhythm-based yoga methodology developed over 15+ years specifically for special-needs and general populations — codified into an 80-hour yoga outreach teacher training program. Operations are anchored at the 15,000 sq ft Conant Thread/Coats & Clark historic mill building at 390 Pine Street (opened August 2023), which houses a 2,500+ sq ft yoga studio, food pantry, art studio (Flying Shuttles), workforce-training cafe (LIFE Cafe), 8 residential apartments (5 deed-restricted for adults with disabilities), and a 2025 micro-studio tenant (Paanee Wellness). International outreach projects extend to six countries including Colombia, Spain, India, Cape Verde, Nepal, and Costa Rica.

Revenue is generated across five streams: public studio classes, Shri Bark Snacks wholesale (schools, Whole Foods Rhode Island, specialty grocery) and DTC e-commerce, donations and grants (CVS Health Foundation, Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation), an 80-hour teacher training program ($1,200-$1,260 tuition), and ticketed events (sound meditations $15, Women's Story Night $35, music events). Distribution is direct-to-consumer for studio and events (booking via Momence) with B2B wholesale for snacks. The organization is volunteer-led, with the executive director serving unpaid and only one paid program manager stipend position as of mid-2025; the for-profit entity (Shri Studio, Inc.) is a registered Minority/Women Business Enterprise.

Name

Shri

Legal name

Shri Studio, Inc.

Website

https://shriyoga.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Shri is a Pawtucket, Rhode Island yoga outreach organization founded in 2010 that operates a for-profit studio, 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm, and allergen-free snack social enterprise to deliver trauma-sensitive yoga to underserved populations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Yoga & Wellness Services

NAICS

Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (62321)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Guided Meditation Instruction (1:1 & Group) (HSADAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mindfulness, Meditation & Stress Management Education (EDAAAHAD), Mindfulness & Mental Wellbeing Experiences (Stress Management, Sleep Retreats, Coaching) (THAJAHAH)

Keywords

• Yoga outreach services
• Adaptive yoga programs
• Yoga teacher training
• Allergen-free snacks
• Community wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Pawtucket

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Studio Classes: Yoga classes open to the public at the 2,500+ sq ft studio facility with free parking, changing rooms, and skilled teachers
2. Shri Bark Snacks: Small-batch baked allergen-free granola and bars sold wholesale to schools and retail, and direct-to-consumer via e-commerce; portion of proceeds funds nonprofit outreach programs
3. Donations and Grants: Tax-deductible donations to Shri Service Corps 501(c)(3) nonprofit directly fund free yoga outreach classes; also receives grants from organizations like CVS Health Foundation
4. Yoga Teacher Training: 80-hour yoga outreach teacher training program with tuition fees ($1,260 for non-certified, $1,200 for certified yoga teachers)
5. Events and Workshops: Community arts events including sound meditations ($15/person), Women's Story Night ($35/person), and Bucket Beats music events

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Shri operates a yoga studio and outreach organization that delivers trauma-sensitive yoga classes to special-needs populations and the general public, funded in part by a social enterprise producing allergen-free Shri Bark snacks. The 15,000 sq ft historic mill campus at 390 Pine Street in Pawtucket, RI houses a 2,500+ sq ft yoga studio, food pantry, art studio, LIFE Cafe, and 8 residential apartments (including 5 deed-restricted affordable units for adults with disabilities). Revenue comes from studio classes, an 80-hour yoga outreach teacher training program, community arts events, wholesale and online Shri Bark snack sales, and donations/grants to its 501(c)(3) arm Shri Service Corps.

Product overview

Shri operates as a unified creative live-work-wellness community centered around its core yoga and mindfulness studio, combined with a social enterprise model that funds free outreach programs. The main offerings include: (1) Shri Studio for public and adaptive yoga classes at its 2,500+ sq ft facility; (2) Shri Service Corps, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm funding outreach; (3) Shri Bark Snacks, allergen-free baked goods whose proceeds support the nonprofit; (4) the 80-Hour Yoga Outreach Teacher Training program; and (5) Community Arts Programs including sound meditation and art classes. The ecosystem also includes partnerships with Flying Shuttles Art Studio, LIFE Cafe, and Paanee Wellness, plus 8 residential apartments on-site. The portfolio is built around the proprietary Shri Curriculum developed by founder Alison Bologna for serving diverse populations including those with disabilities, schools, shelters, veterans, and seniors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Shri Bark Snacks: Allergen-free, nut-free, small-batch baked granola and snack bars; proceeds fund free yoga outreach programs. Products include Shri Bark Bars (Dark Chocolate Cherry, Cranberry Cinnamon Spice) and Shri Bark Granola.

Products and services

• Shri Studio Yoga Classes Public yoga and wellness classes at the 2,500+ sq ft Pawtucket studio offering adaptive yoga, chair yoga, trauma-sensitive yoga, and sound meditation, with free parking, changing rooms, and sensory-sensitive studios. Serves the general public and special-needs populations.
• Shri Bark Snacks Allergen-free, small-batch baked granola and snack bars (gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, organic) sold wholesale to schools and specialty grocery (including Whole Foods Rhode Island) and direct-to-consumer via e-commerce. Proceeds fund nonprofit yoga outreach.
• 80-Hour Yoga Outreach Teacher Training

Quantifiable outcome

• 8,500+ students served annually across schools, shelters, hospitals, recovery centers, and senior centers
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, key and minor.

• Flying Shuttles Art & Weaving StudiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit gallery and retail shop supporting artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Located across the hall from Shri yoga studio. Many Flying Shuttles artists are adaptive yoga students and teachers at Shri. Shri displays and sells their artwork. Partnership includes art classes and community arts programming.
• LIFE Inc. (LIFE Cafe)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial service agency operating LIFE Cafe at 390 Pine Street, offering workforce training opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. LIFE Cafe provides food and drinks to the general public while employing adults with disabilities. Also partner for affordable housing.
• Segue Institute for LearningcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation nonprofit in Central Falls operating food pantry and after-school programs at 390 Pine Street. Partner in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) pilot program. Shri provides art classes at their campus.
• Looking UpwardscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial service agency providing services to adults with disabilities. Shri partners to provide adaptive yoga classes, including in Middletown locations.
• Whole Foods Market (Rhode Island)keyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShri Bark snacks sold in Whole Foods stores throughout Rhode Island, beginning with the largest Whole Foods in the state.
• The ARC of Blackstone ValleycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides employment program for artists and weavers with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Flying Shuttles studio.
• Farm Fresh Rhode IslandminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShri Bark snacks served as part of reduced/free breakfast programs and lunches through Farm Fresh Rhode Island.
• Paanee WellnesskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerWomen-owned wellness business offering infrared sauna and wellness services. Taking over Shri's treatment suite as a micro studio within Shri starting April 2025. Part of founder Alison Bologna's vision to support women-owned businesses aligned with Shri's values.
• The Same Thing ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity songwriting workshop partnership; holds monthly sessions at Shri. Founded by Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame inductee Mark Cutler. Open to all walks of life including neurodiverse participants.
• Haven Sound HealingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSound healing provider hosting sound bath experiences at Shri featuring alchemy crystal soundscapes and acoustic song (2023-2025).
• Aurea EnsembleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExploring collaboration with Aurea (founded by Pawtucket resident and Brown University Professor Consuelo Sherba) to serve local veterans through music programming.
• Kim Fuller / Born to RisekeyGTM or Marketing PartnerHosting Women's Story Night events featuring women sharing transformational stories. Partnership began August 2025. Supports Shri arts and yoga outreach programs for underserved communities.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Emerging players

• Mind Body Solutions: Nonprofit founded by Matthew Sanford that teaches yoga to people living with disabilities and trauma, with a focus on spinal cord injury and IDD populations. Comparable to Shri's Adaptive Project and trauma-sensitive methodology for special-needs populations.
• Special Yoga: UK-based nonprofit providing specialist yoga for children with special needs (autism, Down syndrome, ADHD, cerebral palsy) and their families. Comparable to Shri's adaptive yoga programming for IDD populations and Shri's Kids & Family Yoga orientation.
• Warrior Bonfire Project: Nonprofit serving veterans and active-duty military through outdoor events, community, and wellness activities. Comparable to Shri's Military Project offering free yoga to veterans and active military, addressing PTSD and service-related stressors.

Broad incumbents

• Best Buddies International: Nonprofit dedicated to employment, leadership development, and social inclusion for people with IDD. Comparable adaptive/IDD programming orientation, with similar partnerships (LIFE Inc., ARC affiliates) and workforce training focus akin to Shri's LIFE Cafe initiative.
• Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health: Kripalu is the largest nonprofit yoga and retreat center in the U.S., offering teacher trainings, wellness programs, and outreach. It is a comparable mission-driven yoga organization at substantially larger scale than Shri, sharing the yoga outreach/education focus.
• CorePower Yoga: Large commercial yoga studio chain with hundreds of locations offering public classes and teacher training. Relevant comparable for studio operations and pricing models, though well-capitalized and for-profit unlike Shri's mission-driven model.
• YogaWorks: Established commercial yoga studio chain offering public classes and teacher training programs nationwide. Comparable business model element (public studio classes + yoga teacher training) though without Shri's nonprofit outreach focus.
• Special Olympics: Global nonprofit providing sports training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities. Comparable in serving IDD populations, scale of community partnerships, and event-driven program model, though focused on athletics rather than yoga specifically.

Direct peers

• Off the Mat, Into the World: Nonprofit founded by yoga teacher Seane Corn that uses yoga as a vehicle for social justice and humanitarian outreach. Directly comparable to Shri's yoga outreach model serving underserved populations through teacher training and community partnerships.
• Give Back Yoga Foundation: Yoga-focused nonprofit that funds yoga programs for at-risk populations including incarcerated, military, trauma survivors, and underserved youth. Operates Yoga for First Responders, Yoga for 12-Step Recovery, and similar targeted programs analogous to Shri's Adaptive, Recovery, and Military projects.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/shriyogari
• Facebookfacebook.com/shriyogari
• Instagraminstagram.com/shriyogari
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shri-studio-service-corps-and-bark

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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