Martial arts

ONE Championship and Sky Sports Announce Exclusive Partnership to Broadcast Live ONE Events in the UK and Ireland

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

SINGAPORE, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ONE Championship (ONE), the world's largest martial arts organization, today announced an exclusive partnership with Sky Sports, Europe's leading sports broadcaster, to air ONE events and ancillary programming on Sky's broadcast and digital platforms across the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Key Points: 
  • The partnership will kick off with ONE Fight Night 18: Superlek vs. Mahmoudi, which will air live on Saturday, January 13 at 1 a.m. GMT.
  • Sky Sports provides its customers with an unrivalled volume of Premier League and EFL, alongside Formula 1, cricket, golf, rugby league, tennis and much more.
  • Today, I'm excited to announce a new partnership with Sky Sports, the premier broadcaster for live sports in the UK and one of the most well-known sports networks in the world.
  • Creative Artists Agency LLC (CAA) served as a media advisor to ONE for this partnership.

GYMGUYZ Forges B2B Partnerships Nationwide, Making Fitness Routines Accessible Anywhere

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As demand for worksite wellness increases across the globe, GYMGUYZ, the world's largest in-home and on-site personal training franchise, is expanding its reach in the marketplace by teaming up with local business partners to integrate on-site fitness into wellness offerings.

Key Points: 
  • These partnerships mark the start of a new chapter for GYMGUYZ as the brand launches offerings beyond in-home personal training.
  • GYMGUYZ has become a critical provider meeting the at-home and now B2B fitness demand by developing on-site and virtual fitness programs catered to their partners' unique needs.
  • GYMGUYZ franchisees have built on their local connections to develop B2B partnerships, setting the stage for the fitness franchise's ambitious fourth quarter of growth.
  • GYMGUYZ uses a variety of customized fitness programs, including strength training, cardio fitness, sports conditioning, group fitness, weight loss and toning, senior fitness, youth and teen fitness, assisted stretch, and nutrition counseling to help people reach their health goals.

ArtPride New Jersey Unveils Annual Holiday Guide Featuring Upcoming Winter Events Throughout the Garden State

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

BURLINGTON, N.J., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ArtPride New Jersey, the state's largest arts service organization, today announced the release of its annual Winter Holidays Guide, featuring upcoming in-person events throughout the Garden State. The guide curates festive holiday experiences from theaters, museums, dance companies and art centers. The initiative is dedicated to increasing awareness and participation in the arts in New Jersey.

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  • Discover Jersey Arts spotlights live theater, art and musical performances happening this holiday season
    BURLINGTON, N.J., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ArtPride New Jersey , the state's largest arts service organization, today announced the release of its annual Winter Holidays Guide, featuring upcoming in-person events throughout the Garden State.
  • "The Winter Holidays Guide is an essential resource for celebrating the holiday season with artistic flair.
  • "The Winter Holidays Guide is an essential resource for celebrating the holiday season with artistic flair.
  • The holiday guide features events in northern, southern and central New Jersey, including:
    Morristown: " New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony " showcases eye-popping special effects, brilliant dancing, and glorious costumes during this holiday classic.

Renzo Gracie The Woodlands Grand Opening: A New Hub for Martial Arts Excellence with a Range of Programs for All Ages

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

At Renzo Gracie The Woodlands , we understand that martial arts is for everyone.

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  • At Renzo Gracie The Woodlands , we understand that martial arts is for everyone.
  • The grand opening event promises a day of excitement with live demonstrations, interactive workshops, and special guest appearances by accomplished martial arts experts.
  • "At Renzo Gracie The Woodlands, we are more than a martial arts academy; we are a family.
  • – Casin Oliver
    The grand opening signifies Renzo Gracie The Woodlands' unwavering commitment to providing an inclusive environment where individuals of all ages and backgrounds can embark on a journey of personal growth and empowerment through martial arts.

This Week in Sports News: 10 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, November 17, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the sports industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire.
  • The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story.
  • Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.
  • Subject Matter Experts: Access ProfNet , a database of industry experts to connect with as sources or for quotes in your articles.

Unleashed Brands Offers U.S. Center for SafeSport Abuse Prevention Training to Prioritize Child Safety Across Youth Enrichment Franchises Nationwide

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

DALLAS, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Unleashed Brands, the world's first youth enrichment franchise platform company, is launching an online training initiative using educational content created by the U.S. Center for SafeSport, the nation's leader in sport abuse prevention. The collaboration will provide standardized abuse awareness and prevention training throughout all Unleashed Brands' franchise locations, including Urban Air Adventure Park, The Little Gym, Snapology, Class 101, Premier Martial Arts and XP League. Through this training, Unleashed Brands further demonstrates its commitment to ensuring children learn, play, and grow safely across every program.

Key Points: 
  • Through this training, Unleashed Brands further demonstrates its commitment to ensuring children learn, play, and grow safely across every program.
  • Unleashed Brands and the Center will make available comprehensive abuse prevention training courses for all franchises and their employees beginning this month.
  • "The U.S. Center for SafeSport provides critical abuse prevention education that's data-informed and rooted in prevention practices that work," Ju'Riese Colón, CEO, U.S. Center for SafeSport said.
  • "We commend Unleashed Brands for its commitment to proactively educating its team about child safety by opting into our training program."

Int'l conference in China's Wudang Mountains promotes Tai Chi

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Major events include an international Tai Chi competition, a forum on the Tai Chi culture, a youth arts festival, a cultural heritage exploration and health consultations by traditional Chinese medicine experts.

Key Points: 
  • Major events include an international Tai Chi competition, a forum on the Tai Chi culture, a youth arts festival, a cultural heritage exploration and health consultations by traditional Chinese medicine experts.
  • An opening ceremony that featured traditional Taoist music, international video connections and a mass Tai Chi demonstration was held at the Yuxu Palace, one of the largest monasteries among the Wudang architectural complex, showcasing the historical significance and profound influence of Wudang Tai Chi culture to on-site and online audiences.
  • For centuries, Wudang Mountains have been known as an important center of Taoism, especially famous for its Taoist versions of martial arts or Tai Chi.
  • "Over 500 million people from 150 countries and regions practice Tai Chi and about 30,000 foreigners visit Wudang annually for Tai Chi studies," said Wang Zhonglin, Governor of Hubei Province, in his opening speech.

Int'l conference in China's Wudang Mountains promotes Tai Chi

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Major events include an international Tai Chi competition, a forum on the Tai Chi culture, a youth arts festival, a cultural heritage exploration and health consultations by traditional Chinese medicine experts.

Key Points: 
  • Major events include an international Tai Chi competition, a forum on the Tai Chi culture, a youth arts festival, a cultural heritage exploration and health consultations by traditional Chinese medicine experts.
  • An opening ceremony that featured traditional Taoist music, international video connections and a mass Tai Chi demonstration was held at the Yuxu Palace, one of the largest monasteries among the Wudang architectural complex, showcasing the historical significance and profound influence of Wudang Tai Chi culture to on-site and online audiences.
  • For centuries, Wudang Mountains have been known as an important center of Taoism, especially famous for its Taoist versions of martial arts or Tai Chi.
  • "Over 500 million people from 150 countries and regions practice Tai Chi and about 30,000 foreigners visit Wudang annually for Tai Chi studies," said Wang Zhonglin, Governor of Hubei Province, in his opening speech.

ABADÁ-Capoeira San Francisco Hosts Free Batizado Performance Sunday, October 22 at Potrero del Sol Park

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ABADÁ-Capoeira San Francisco (ACSF), the Bay Area's first non-profit organization dedicated to recovering, preserving, and promoting Afro-Brazilian arts and culture, will mark 31 years in the Mission neighborhood with its annual Batizado Graduation Ceremony and Performance on October 22 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This outdoor performance at Potrero del Sol Park, located at Potrero Ave and 25th Street in San Francisco, is free and family-friendly.

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  • This outdoor performance at Potrero del Sol Park, located at Potrero Ave and 25th Street in San Francisco, is free and family-friendly.
  • During the batizado, new students will also be initiated into the world of capoeira.
  • Continuing students may also receive a new cord in recognition of their growth in capoeira.
  • Preceding this multigenerational event, ACSF's students will have an unparalleled learning opportunity through intensive workshops and lectures led by the visiting guests.

UNLEASHED BRANDS LAUNCHES FOUNDATION TO EMPOWER AT-RISK YOUTH

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Unleashed Brands today announced the launch of the Unleashed Brands Foundation, an organization that's committed to empowering at-risk youth and providing them with the resources needed to successfully transition to adulthood through education, financial support and in-person volunteerism efforts. Michael Browning founded Unleashed Brands to positively impact the lives of every kid by providing fun, engaging and inspiring experiences that help them become who they're destined to be – and this same mission of helping youth achieve greatness is the reason why Browning and his wife, Melissa, started the Foundation. The Foundation serves as an overarching platform to deepen Unleashed Brands' investment in helping youth reach their full potential through strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations.

Key Points: 
  • The Foundation serves as an overarching platform to deepen Unleashed Brands' investment in helping youth reach their full potential through strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations.
  • As part of the launch, the Unleashed Brands Foundation and The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society are working together to donate 40,000 pairs of grippy socks this year to youth undergoing treatments for leukemia and lymphoma.
  • This partnership, along with the others, are a first of many as the Unleashed Brands Foundation seeks grant-giving opportunities with organizations nationwide that have a similar mission of helping youth and their families.
  • For more information on the Unleashed Brands Foundation, visit InvestInKids.org .