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Sometimes our dreams are within reach, but more often, those dreams are on the highest of high shelves, beside the BB gun and the cupcakes "for tomorrow." Reach that shelf with today's Groupon to stretch your muscles and muscle your stretches into a stretch of intense muscular moves. For $30, you get a five-class pass to Westside Yoga Studio in Lakewood, a $65 value. Upon your first visit, you'll receive your pass, which can be used toward any of the classes offered at the comforting studio. Once activated, you'll have 60 days to use your five classes, giving your card the considerable shelf life of a gallon of dehydrated milk.

When you step into Westside Yoga Studio, you'll be greeted with a smile and a fresh cup of tea, which will also be smiling. Come early or stay late to sip tea, read a magazine, and put your mind in the proper state to complete your relaxation transformation. The studio just opened in October 2008, so you can expect a clean environment with near-mint-condition atmospheric pressure that is conducive to maximum zen. Each class is led by a master of his or her field, all with years of experience and dispositions friendly enough to make even the most annoying party guests feel welcome.

There are a wide range of class options for yoga enthusiasts of all levels and ages. Westside offers special classes for kids aged 6–12, which are more fun and beneficial to wee minds than the Dora the Explorer/Spongebob crossover special where they team up to fight Spiro Agnew. Novices can take a 60-minute beginners' course to acquire basic knowledge of poses, principals, and breathing methods. Add to your pre-existing repertoire by taking a balancing Ashtanga class, or opt for the methodical and deliberate Long Slow Deep class or the dynamically flowing Vinyasa classes (moderate or advanced). Strengthen, lengthen, and empower your body to reach new limits. Peruse the class descriptions and class schedule to see which classes and times work best for you and your busy Eiffel Tower.

Reviews

CityVoter listed Westside Yoga as a 2009 nominee for Best Yoga Studio in the Cleveland area. Here's what CityVoters are saying:

• I have been attending various classes at Westside since January and always come away feeling great! They have wonderful instructors who can provide caring and expert instruction for students of all levels. I love it! – MrsGrohl1, CityVoter
• Evin is an amazing, talented teacher and has the knack of providing a lovely, nuturing [sic] environment for all her students. – inspiralmotion, CityVoter