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Fitness Compass Brings a New Method of Personal Training to Hong Kong in 2011
Fitness Compass Hong Kong is providing a solution to personal training that is both effective and unconventional in 2011. Focusing on human movement and sustainable results throughout the year. - December 11, 2010 - Fitness Compass
Anytime Fitness Cudahy Announces, “Media Invitation to Experience Free Bootcamps”
Jennifer Moreau, owner of Anytime Fitness Cudahy, announced today that with the holidays coming up and the New Year, commitments to health and weight loss tend to be top of mind, but can falter greatly. The media are invited to see and learn about a unique workout facility that not only offers free... - December 10, 2010 - Anytime Fitness Cudahy
Yoga in No Time at All Wins Four Book Awards
An unprecedented creative book demonstrating how yoga can be integrated with ease into a busy schedule and the average person’s daily life, Yoga in No Time at All proves popular with the critics. - December 09, 2010 - PranaPower, LLC
1on1 Boxing Fighters to Compete for State Titles
Breenan Macias and Dane Guthrie will fight for state titles in Open Division State and Arizona Silver Gloves championships. - December 09, 2010 - 1on1 Boxing Fitness
Baltimore Pro Boxing Announces New Opponent for Byarm
Unbeaten heavyweight Maurice “Freight Train” Byarm will now square off against fellow undefeated big man Winston Thorpe this Saturday evening in the main event of Baltimore Pro Boxing's “Season’s Beatings” from the Pikesville Armory in Baltimore, MD. - December 08, 2010 - Baltimore Pro Boxing
Total Fitness Clubs 2010 Fall Fitness Challenge Winners and Results Announced
Total Fitness Clubs today announced the results from their 2010 Fall Fitness Challenge, a 10-week health & fitness competition. Overall results included a combined 4-club weight loss of 784 pounds, an average of over 20lbs per person. This is the 8th Fitness Challenge Total Fitness Clubs has... - December 03, 2010 - Total Fitness Clubs
Yoga Oasis Expands Class Schedule, Offerings
Pahoa, Hawaii-based yoga retreat now offers more classes, more styles of yoga. - December 03, 2010 - Yoga Oasis
BH North America Receives GearAwards for XS8 and XS5 Residential Ellipticals
Leading Orange County fitness equipment manufacturer BH North America was recognized by Shape You with the “Top Gear of the Year” award for the XS8 and the “Great Gear of the Year” award for the XS5 residential use ellipticals. - December 03, 2010 - BH North America Corporation
FundRISE Marketing Joins MSN: Fitbie, Fitness Industry, and Select Healthcare Providers Responding to Increasing Public Demand for Health and Fitness
FundRISE marketing brings it full circle, announcing grand opening event April 23-24th, 2011. A fun 2-day charity event including sporting events for children, 5K run, sprint distance triathlon, many free cutting edge fitness classes, concert award ceremony, all catered by the best local eateries. FundRISE marketing is committed to health awareness and assisting non-profit organizations raise funds to battle world illness and disease with celebrity athletes and supportive corporate partners. - December 02, 2010 - Rick K. Saul
Pilates 4 Women Only Launches “Baby Fit Pilates” Program
The Baby Fit Pilates program is designed to “fill the exercise void” for pregnant women. This progressive “mommy and baby centered” exercise class focuses on the special needs of mom and baby as their bodies change through all stages of pregnancy. - December 01, 2010 - Pilates 4 Women Only
GetBackFitness.com Brings the Gym to Your Work and Home
Inspired by the recent success of Workforce30 with locations in Austin, TX and Denver, CO, Aaron Porter of GetBackFitness.com is now bringing his energy and philosophy to in-home and at-office 1 on 1 training. Workforce30 provides companies with exercise, nutrition and wellness coaching through a... - November 30, 2010 - Get Back Fitness
Samurai Karate Studio Participates in Give Thanks Walk
Samurai Karate Studio, located in Columbia, South Carolina in Richland Northeast, recently participated in the St. Jude's "Give Thanks" walk, a fundraiser to help support the work of St. Jude's Hospital. The walk was held at Riverfront Park and raised over $18,000. - November 30, 2010 - Samurai Karate Studio
Unbeaten Byarm Headlines December 11 in Baltimore
Exciting heavyweight Maurice “Freight Train” Byarm will take on perennial spoiler Theron Johnson Saturday, December 11 in the main event of Baltimore Pro Boxing’s “Season’s Beatings” live from the Pikesville Armory. Tickets start at $35 and can be ordered by... - November 28, 2010 - Baltimore Pro Boxing
BH North America Wins Coveted Head of Class Award for T8 Pro, SB4 and ABP
Leading Orange County fitness equipment manufacturer BH North America received the coveted Head of the Class award by Fitness Professor Review for three of its most popular pieces of fitness equipment– the T8 Pro treadmill, SB4 indoor cycle and ABP whole body vibration platform. This is the fourth consecutive year that BH Fitness products have been recognized as "best buys" from Fitness Professor Review. - November 24, 2010 - BH North America Corporation
Learning to Lead Just Got a Lot More Fun. PranaPower Releases New Leadership Novel.
Leading Team Alpha is a new novel that illustrates the five fundamental elements of business leadership through a compelling narrative with real life characters. - November 23, 2010 - PranaPower, LLC
New Road Race Created by B&S Fitness to Benefit Allie Castner Scholarship Fund
B&S Fitness (http://www.bnsfitness.com/) the largest provider of fitness programs on Boston’s North Shore in conjunction with B&S Event Management will host a new race called The Black Cat 10/20 Mile Road Race sponsored by 2020 Exhibits. The race will be held on March 6, 2011 at 8 a.m. - November 19, 2010 - B&S Fitness
Novo Total Wellness Has a New Direction
A unique wellness center to serve your health needs with a hollistic approach and cutting edge technology. - November 17, 2010 - Novo Total Wellness
BH North America Announces Addition of Industry Veteran to Sales Team
Leading Orange County fitness equipment manufacturer BH North America is pleased to announce the addition of David Neziol to the BH North America sales team. Neziol joins BH North America as the Northeast Regional Sales Manager. Neziol comes to BH North America with 16 years of experience in the... - November 17, 2010 - BH North America Corporation
Samurai Karate Studio Participates in Free to Breathe Lung Cancer Walk
Samurai Karate Studio, as part of their community service initiative, participated in the Free to Breathe Lung Cancer Walk, which was held November 7th, at the River Walk Park. - November 15, 2010 - Samurai Karate Studio
Samurai Karate Promotes "Bullying is NOT ok!" Campaign
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, which is located in Columbia, South Carolina in Richland Northeast, announced today a new campaign called "Bullying is NOT ok!" and created an online petition to help support this campaign. You can take the pledge by going to http://www.thepetitionsite.com/2/bullying-is-not-ok/. - November 15, 2010 - Samurai Karate Studio
Anti-Bully Presentation Offered to 4th Graders at Sandlapper Elementary School
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, located in Columbia, South Carolina in Richland Northeast, presented a series of anti-bully workshops to 4th graders at Sandlapper Elementary School. "I was bullied when I was a young boy," commented Feldt,... - November 15, 2010 - Samurai Karate Studio
Samurai Karate Studio Hosts Free Self Defense Workshop for Women
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, which is located in Richland Northeast, Columbia, SC; hosted a Free self defense workshop for women, as part of his school's community service mission to help any and all women learn how to be safe. This is the 3rd Free workshop offered this year. - November 15, 2010 - Samurai Karate Studio
Anti-Bullying: Students Young and Old Practice Self Defense at Tournament and Win Big
Kids, teens and adults demonstrate that practicing self defense as part of their martial arts lessons gives them the confidence they need to beat their opponent. Bullying is a common occurrence and kids, teens and adults want to do something about it. Confidence is key in helping to prevent you from becoming the victim of a bully. Martial arts training provides students with the confidence they need to help them not become a target of a potential bully. - November 15, 2010 - Allstar Martial Arts Academy
Action Sport Asia and Good Time Adventures Promote Koh Tao as a Mecca for Action Sports
Koh Tao has long been a mecca for scuba diving offering great year round conditions and competitive prices but now the island is opening up to a range of different activities such as rock climbing, bouldering, mountain biking, wakeboarding and more. - November 03, 2010 - Action Sport Asia
The New Y in Santa Ana is Now Open: Aquatics Center and Soccer Arena Provide New Opportunities for Youth & Families
Today, the Y begins a new chapter in its history with the opening of the new Aquatics Center and Speed Soccer Complex in Santa Ana, Ca. Swim & Sports programs begin November 1st; a Registration Day will be held Saturday, October 30th at the new Y. Y Programs provide new experiences and growth opportunities for all ages and celebrate common values of respect, responsibility, and caring. A Grand Opening Celebration Event will be held on November 20th at 10am, this is a free community event. - October 30, 2010 - YMCA of Orange County
Ex-Yogi Counters “Yogaphobia” Claims
PraiseMoves Founder Answers Christianity vs. yoga debate. - October 30, 2010 - PraiseMoves Fitness Ministry
Aikido Legends Coming to Fort Lauderdale
Florida Aikikai will host the Florida Winter Seminar, November 5th-7th, 2010, in Fort Lauderdale, at the Ocean Sky Hotel and Resort, 4060 Galt Ocean Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308. The seminar will feature some of the greatest names in the martial art of Aikido, including Yamada Sensei, 8th dan... - October 26, 2010 - Florida Aikikai
AT&T Awards YMCA of Orange County $5,000 Grant to Purchase New Computers for Afterschool Care Program
AT&T has awarded the YMCA of Orange County a $5,000 grant to purchase new computers for the Benson YMCA Afterschool Program. This grant will support the development of a technology center and will extend learning and enrichment opportunities for children participating in the program. Computers will be used to support student's academic needs and enhance Afterschool Curricula to include relevant and self-directed learning opportunities as well as computer clubs and other enrichment activities. - October 23, 2010 - YMCA of Orange County
The Y in Santa Ana Opens November 1st - New Aquatics Center and Speed Soccer Arena
On November 1st, 2010, the Y in Santa Ana will begin a new chapter in its 130 year history with a brand new Aquatics Center and Speed Soccer Complex. Programs begin November 1st; registration is now open. Y Programs provide new experiences and growth opportunities for all ages and celebrate common values of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring. - October 23, 2010 - YMCA of Orange County
Yoga Yoga North Studio in Austin, TX, Celebrates 10th Anniversary with 10 Days of Festivities
Yoga Yoga North will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Thursday, October 28, 2010 with 10 days of prizes and discounts. From Thursday, October 21 until Sunday, October 31,Yoga Yoga will be offering 10 percent discounts on all class passes, retail items, Yoga Yoga 360 Wellness Spa treatments, and The Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts public classes. New students can obtain free class passes with discount offers at Yoga Yoga's website. - October 22, 2010 - Yoga Yoga
Stevenson Fights on in Father's Honor
James “Keep em’ Sleepin” Stevenson has been perfect thus far inside the squared circle. The gifted boxer-puncher has scored a number of highlight reel knockouts and only three of his thirteen opponents survived to the final bell. While everything has gone as planned for Stevenson... - October 22, 2010 - Baltimore Pro Boxing
Announcing the Grand Opening of Escondido Workout Center
Breakthroughs is a new Sports and Fitness Center located in Escondido, CA with grand opening specials including free personal training, merchandise and other items for sign ups through the end of October. - October 21, 2010 - High School Hoops Doc
Team Infinity of Infinity Martial Arts in Middleton, WI Won the Team Demonstrations World Title in Minneapolis MN
On October 9th 2010, Mike Welch and Team Infinity achieved world champion status ranking at the Diamond Nationals Karate Tournament in Minneapolis, MN. After receiving national recognition on ESPN 2 when Team Infinity received 2nd place at the US Open; the World Championship title ensured that Team Infinity attained the highest ranking available in the Team Demonstration Division ending the competitive 2010 season. - October 21, 2010 - Infinity Martial Arts
Free Adult Self-Defense Seminar in Westminster, CO - Saturday, November 6th
Chief Self-Defense Instructor, Javier Lozano Jr. will host a free self-defense workshop for adults at his facility, The Dojo of Karate & Fitness, on Saturday, November 6th from 10am to 12pm. - October 20, 2010 - The Dojo of Karate
kidsrevolving Open House and Fundraiser for the Los Angeles Foodbank
kidsrevolving studio will host a grand opening at its new location in Santa Monica on Saturday, October 23rd from 10:00am – 2:00pm. During the Open House, kidsrevolving will also host a Kids for Kids Food Drop-Off supporting the Los Angeles Regional Foodbank. - October 18, 2010 - kidsrevolving
Open House at Swansea Total Fitness
Swansea Total Fitness will be holding an open house on October 23, 2010 from 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM. This event is open to the general public and will offer free Group Exercise & Spinning Classes, Prizes, Chair Massages and more. Mark Kruger, “Biggest Loser” Contestant, will be teaching a Spinning Class and and giving a motivational presentation. - October 14, 2010 - Total Fitness Clubs
X Core Fitness Biggest Loser Competition to Benefit the UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center Newborn Intensive Care Unit
X Core Fitness will be holding an 8 Week Biggest Loser Competition to raise funds for the UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center Newborn Intensive Care Unit. A $20 donation to the NICU is required to enter the Competition. - October 14, 2010 - X Core Fitness
Stevenson-McCants Headlines October 23 in Baltimore
Sensational prospect James “Keep em’ Sleepin” Stevenson will make his highly anticipated return Saturday, October 23 when he battles once beaten Phillip McCants in the main event of Baltimore Pro Boxing’s “Who’s The Man II” at the Pikesville... - October 13, 2010 - Baltimore Pro Boxing
“Pilates For Pink” Classes in Bristol, RI And Southeastern, MA
EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition and Total Fitness Clubs will be holding “Pilates for Pink” Pilates Mat classes at all their locations in RI and SE MA to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation & Shape Magazine’s October Breast Cancer Awareness & Fundraising event, “Pilates for Pink”, October 18-23, 2010. - October 12, 2010 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition
40 Day Challenge at Yoga Yoga is Underway
The 40 Day Yoga Challenge at Yoga Yoga began October 1 and runs through November 9, 2010. The program is designed to encourage participants, either new or continuing students, to practice yoga every day in any way for 40 consecutive days. Registration for the 40 Day Yoga Challenge, which is free of... - October 06, 2010 - Yoga Yoga
Mesa Boxing Gym Introduces Boxing Fitness Bootcamp
1on1 Boxing Fitness’s Boxing Fitness Bootcamp offers a fun, unique and effective way to get in shape. - October 01, 2010 - 1on1 Boxing Fitness
Nicklow and Kennedy Battle to a Draw; Wheeler Destroys Crawford in Baltimore
With an enthusiastic crowd backing two of the Beltway Area’s gutsiest pugilists, longtime rivals Jesse Nicklow and Julius Kennedy fought to a thrilling ten round majority draw in the main event of “Baltimore Bad Boys” last Friday evening at the Du Burns Arena. In what many... - September 21, 2010 - Baltimore Pro Boxing
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center to Open New Health Club Near Short Pump
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center is pleased to announce plans for a new health club in West Broad Village in Richmond. Located a quarter mile from Short Pump Town Center, the new 57,000 square-foot club will span three stories. In addition to state-of-the-art fitness amenities and group class... - September 16, 2010 - ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
Win Cash, Prizes and Free Fitness with the Fall Fitness Challenge from Sarah’s Boot Camp
Sarah’s Boot Camp and Clearwater Fitness are seeking participants for its first Fitness Challenge where contestants can get paid to lose weight and improve their fitness levels. - September 15, 2010 - Sarah's Boot Camp
B&S Fitness and Debra Crosby to Host "Thriller" Charity Dance at Devil’s Chase Run this Halloween in Salem, MA
On this Halloween, B&S Fitness (http://www.bnsfitness.com/) the largest provider of fitness programs on Boston’s North Shore, in conjunction with Debra Crosby of Debra Crosby's Talent Quest TV Show, will host Michael Jackson’s Thriller dance (re-enactment). The Thriller dance will... - September 15, 2010 - B&S Fitness
LineLessons.com Helps Women of All Ages Dance Their Way to Fitness
New Site Launched Today Brings Dancing Into Women’s Living Rooms to Help Them Stay Fit While Having Fun. - September 14, 2010 - LineLessons.com
Nicklow-Kennedy Headlines "Baltimore Bad Boys" September 17
Jake “The Snake” Smith’s Baltimore Pro Boxing Promotions returns to the Du Burns Arena Friday, September 17 for an action packed card loaded with local talent. Headlining is an ten round middleweight contest between Free State rivals Jesse “The Beast” Nicklow of... - September 14, 2010 - Baltimore Pro Boxing
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center Receives National Award for Its Physician Referred Exercise Program
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center earned top honors within the health and fitness industry by winning a 2010 “Best of the Best” award for its physician referred exercise program, PREP. The annual competition, sponsored by Club Industry magazine, recognizes the best programs at fitness... - September 12, 2010 - ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
San Elijo Dance and Music Academy Launches Sister Academy in 4S Ranch
4S Ballet Academy to Offer Pre-Professional Dance Instruction in San Diego. - September 12, 2010 - 4S Dance Academy
Down Dog Yoga Presents Rolf Gates, World-Renowned Yoga Teacher to Lead One-Day Retreat, Sept. 18
Join Rolf Gates, author of Meditations from the Mat: Daily Reflections on the Path of Yoga, and use ancient practices to create the future you want. Integrate the mindfulness that yoga teaches into your everyday life at Embodying the Light one-day retreat on Saturday, Sept. 18th. - September 11, 2010 - Down Dog Yoga