Meet your new Zen den.
STRETCH
Sita Yoga Seattle Opens
What: A hidden studio (on the second floor of a historical building) in Pioneer Square with old-growth beams, tall ceilings, and lots of natural light.
Why: Dynamic vinyasa flow, small classes (drop-in, $15; five-session card, $50; two-month intro, $80), one-on-one attention, and a teacher who’s done stints in Curaçao, Peru, and Kuwait.
When: Mon., Wed., Sat. & Sun., 4:30 & 6:30 p.m.
Where: 89 Yesler Way, 2nd flr. (206-354-4497).
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SEE
Sol Hashemi: Rock Show
What: A lighthearted look at manufactured items literally pinned against the natural world. For example, a camera flash is taped to one rock, while a bottle of Bud Light Lime is suspended between two boulders.
Why: A miniature laser light show flashes elaborate red and green patterns against a glimmering, plastic-decorated stone.
When: Thru May 28. Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: James Harris Gallery, 312 Second Ave. S. (206-903-6220). Admission is free.
Salt Horse: Titan Arum
What: The up-and-coming dance troupe brings myth-inspired movement and dramatic costuming to the stage with a new performance.
Why: Gorgeous frocks, strange ideas, and compelling moves paired with musicians like Stuart Dempster (and other well-known, local tunesters).
When: Fri.-Sun. & May 19-21, 8:30 p.m.
Where: Washington Hall, 153 14th Ave. (206-622-6952). Tickets ($15-$18) online at brownpapertickets.com.
SWEAT
Axtion Club
What: All the fundamentals of boxing (hand wrapping, jump rope, conditioning workouts, and sparring) with women in mind.
Why: Boxing and Muay Thai are ideal for strength training, increasing agility, improving muscle tone, and building confidence.
When: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Sat., 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; detailed schedule here.
Where: 2602 Second Ave. (206-436-8589).
