Discover the HYROX hype: A fitness movement sweeping the Pacific Northwest
Presented by Emerald City Athletics
The HYROX Simulation Competition brings the excitement and challenge of a HYROX fitness race to participants of all levels, without needing to travel to an official HYROX event. | Photos provided by Emerald City Athletics
Welcome to the next level of fitness, Seattle.
HYROX, the world’s fastest-growing fitness race, is making its mark in the Pacific Northwest. And where better to train than Emerald City Athletics (ECA), voted the No. 1 gym and fitness center in the region?
As an official HYROX Training Club, ECA offers HYROX-programmed classes six days a week at all four Greater Seattle locations:
Ballinger Village
Columbia City
Everett
Wallingford
Working out the details
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, HYROX is built for all ages, faces, and paces.
What makes HYROX so addictive? It’s the ideal blend of functional strength, endurance, and mental grit, packed into a race-style format anyone can train for. Imagine being cheered on by a crowd and feeling like a champion, no matter your fitness level.
She began HYROX training at ECA “just for fun.” A few months later, she finished first in her age group at HYROX Miami, earning a podium finish and a ticket to the World Championships.
She credits her win to both the gym’s setup and the support system around her. The “Champions Room” simulates every station in a HYROX race, with coaches who guide, encourage, and push athletes at every level.
“Finding the right gym environment was crucial — and that’s where Emerald City Athletics made all the difference. It was truly the perfect training ground,” she says.
Get ready to race
ECA’s first HYROX Simulation Competition brought out a massive crowd of athletes of all levels, filling the gym with race-day energy and community support. Pro tip: The next simulation is coming up on Saturday, June 14, and all are welcome.
Best of all? Seattleites can try HYROX Training at ECA free for 29 days.
With high-energy classes, expert coaching, and a supportive community, there’s no better place to train like a competitor.
“SIX: The Musical” | Through Monday, May 12 | Times vary | Paramount Theatre | $75+ | This Tony Award-winning Broadway musical follows the six wives of Henry VIII as they take the mic to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into a celebration of girl power.
Friday, May 9
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Seattle Mariners | Friday, May 9-Sunday, May 11 | Times vary | T-Mobile Park | $29+ | Things are about to get a little rowdy with the Canadian team in town, eh?
James Bay | 7 p.m. | Showbox SoDo | $35+ | The UK singer-songwriter makes it pretty hard to hold back the river.
Spirit of Africa Festival | 12 p.m. | Seattle Center | Free | Celebrate the wide range of African cultures with live music, dance performances, and delicious food.
Sunday, May 11
SIFF ‘n’ Stitch: “Mamma Mia!” | 12 p.m. | SIFF Cinema Uptown | $17+ | Don’t miss your chance to be the knitting queen — bring your small fiber arts project and transport yourself to a small Greek island where Meryl Streep sings ‘70s hits.
Earth After Dark: National Geographic Live | Sunday, May 11-Tuesday, May 13 | Times vary | Benaroya Hall | $27+ | Get ready to “ooh” and “ahh” at Babak Tafreshi’s stunning nighttime photography while he tells his wildest tales from the field.
Planteray Rum Dinner | 6 p.m. | Rochambeau | $100 | Get a little head start on summer vacation with this tropical dinner featuring grilled mahi mahi, plantain fritter ice cream, and paired rum cocktails.
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This month, we launched our 2025 Parents’ Gift Guide to showcase gifts that say I appreciate you to parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends.
While we’ve already filled all our slots ahead of Mother’s Day, we’ve opened up a few more for Father’s Day.
Whether your business offers a neat product, one-of-a-kind gift, or unique service that could be enjoyed by a father figure — we want to feature it. Secure your spot by Friday, May 23.
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Civic
Mayor Bruce Harrell signed two new pieces of legislation this week intended to support the Seattle’s Downtown Activation Plan. The first temporarily expands the ways street-level commercial spaces can be used to allow crafts manufacturing, medical offices, and other uses that could increase pedestrian activity. The second extends certain business permits.
Biz
Local pizza chain Tutta Bella is going supreme with a new Kroger deal that will put its pre-packaged pizzas in 1,200 stores across 40 states. The biz expects to ramp up its food manufacturing 80% by 2028 to fulfill the demand. (Puget Sound Business Journal)
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A new 40,000-sqft indoor pickleball facility is coming to Auburn. The veteran-owned Rally Pickleball Club — which will be moving into a former US Government Services Administrations Building — will feature 15 courts and a pro shop with plans to host tournaments and allow private rentals. (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Community
Blow up those floaties — Seattle Parks and Rec has released this year’s summer hours for public pools, beaches, sprayparks, and boat ramps. This year, pool hours will return to pre-pandemic schedules; the East Green Lake Beach will be closed; sprayparks open Saturday, May 24; and wading pools begin to open Saturday, June 21.
Weather
We’ve got some cool weather ahead of us this weekend after a few delightfully warm days. High temps range in the high 50s tolow 60s with rain clouds on the horizon Sunday. But it looks like things might warm up again next week. See what’s coming with KING 5 meteorologist Rich Marriott.
Sports
The Mariners’ Dan Wilson made a strange decision to walk with the bases loaded in Tuesday’s loss to the A’s. What was going on? Hear from the local experts on the Seattle Mariners with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Shop
Did you know? You can support sustainable fashion + locally-owned businesses. How? By visiting Seattle Restored pop-up shops: Delusional Bird, Prairie Underground, Curvy Cactus, Ekadesma, Seattle Chainstitch, Ayo Collections, and Papa Tony’s Hot Sauce — now open Downtown and in Lake City.*
Stat
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We’ll be shining the spotlight on a few of SJ’s small businesses this month, starting with Seattle Chainstitch Massacre, a local clothing retailer that specializes in customized embroidery.
Here’s how Seattle Chainstitch Massacre would describe its business.
Tell us about yourself.
We’re a retail store specializing in customized, chainstitched pieces made from upcycled + recycled clothing and accessories. We also sell vintage, gifts and handmade items from local artists.
Pass the mic. What other small business in town should everyone know about, and why?
Friend Museum — it’s a collective of creators and sellers in Pioneer Square that supports minority businesses + small-batch artists. Doll Parts Collective in West Seattle is very similar and serves that area of the city.
When someone visits your small business for the first time, the one thing they have to do, see, or try is _____.
Get a chainstitched bandana! I can add small designs (check out our flash designs) or a name/word to any of our in-stock bandanas within about 10 minutes. They make great gifts for yourself + others.
The Buy
It’s easy to support small businesses across the globe when you shop unique + one-of-a-kind products on Etsy. One of our favorite things to browse is Etsy’s selection of custom artwork. These are five of our favorites:
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