FAME World Championships & PRO Showdown Toronto, Ontario
June 13 - 15
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
John Bassett Theatre
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For Immediate Release
April 3, 2008
B2 Networks
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Phone: 866-206-3203
Carly Donovan
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FAME WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS & PRO SHOWDOWN TO BE BROADCAST WORLDWIDE ON B2 NETWORKS
Toronto Showcase Available LIVE to Fans Around The Globe
Toronto, ON – B2 Networks and FAME today announced the first worldwide broadcast of the FAME World Championships & Pro Showdown live from Toronto, ON. at The John Bassett Theatre, Metro Toronto Convention Centre. All three days of the event, beginning on Friday night, June 13, will be available through B2 Networks.
The FAME World Championships & Pro Showdown is the biggest event in fitness, attracting competitors from all corners of the world and all walks of life. The physique competition categories are perfect for all levels from 'beach bodied bikini models' all the way up to 'the perfect 6-pack' physique of natural bodybuilders, FAME also offers categories for dancers, gymnasts, cheerleaders, martial artists, couples and senior citizens. The highlight event is the PRO Show which takes place on Saturday night. Athletes must move up a 6-Level Tier System in order to be eligible to participate. Regional events are currently underway in Canada, the United States and overseas.
"The great thing about the competitions is that they attract people with amazing backgrounds and stories. For the first time ever, competitors will be interviewed on site giving viewers the inside scoop on who the athletes really are," said Mindy Blackstien, FAME producer. From the new mother, magazine Cover Model, cancer survivor, grandparent, physically challenged individual, fitness professional and everything in between, B2 Network will capture all human interest stories and celebrity sightings."
"Not only will viewers be able to view the live competition series which take place all weekend long, they will also be a part of the Marketplace Expo, the Celebrity Speaker Symposium, the Athlete Autograph Zone and hear Exclusive Interviews both pre and post performance." said FAME President, Jeffrey Kippel.
Fans have two options to view the event, purchase a day pass for day pass for $9.95 (US) per day or a full weekend pass for $24.95 (US). The weekend pass allows for viewing of all competitions plus bonus features including Media Day, highlights from workshops and seminars, interviews with the athletes, training tips and tricks plus exclusive backstage footage. In order to view broadcasts on B2 Networks, users will need a high-speed internet connection and the current version of Microsoft Windows Media Player. Purchases can be made at www.b2tv.com or www.FAMEworldtour.com.
"The FAME World Championships & Pro Showdown is a premier event in the Fitness industry and we are thrilled to be able to broadcast the event," stated Richard Brosal, B2 Networks Executive Vice President for Business Operations and Marketing. "The event in Toronto will have athletes from all over the world performing and B2 will allow all fans the access to watch this great competition."
B2 Networks is a premier provider of reliable and secure international television and pay-per-view broadcasting systems. B2's worldwide network of arenas, stadiums, local venues and data centers are currently in use to distribute live sports and events to personal computers, television screens, mobile devices and commercial venues around the world. Working with organizations such as the AHL, ECHL, NLL, IHL, USHL, NAHL, Arena Football Leagues and selected NCAA and NAIA conferences and member institutions, B2 Networks has established itself as a leader in innovative global direct to home, mobile and television broadcasting. For the B2 Networks' Programming Guide visit www.b2tv.com, or for information about B2 Networks, visit www.b2now.com.
For Immediate Release:
April 1, 2008
Contact: Carly Donovan
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FAME World Championships and Pro Showdown in Toronto on June 13-15
Toronto, ON (FAME) – The World Natural Sports Organization (WNSO) is bringing the 2008 FAME World Championships and Pro Showdown to the John Bassett Theatre, Metro Toronto Convention Centre on June 13-15.
The three-day event will feature amateur and pro competitions for athletes who will travel to Toronto from around the world to compete in this extraordinary event. Over the weekend, competitions will be held for natural men’s and women’s bodybuilding, muscle model, fitness, figure, bikini search and other categories, including dance, gymnastics, cheerleading, martial arts and special events for couples and seniors.
According to FAME presidents, Jeffrey Kippel and Mindy Blackstien, FAME’s new mandate is to encourage everyone to join the “Body-Proud Phenomena” and take charge of their physiques, thoughts and energy.
“We want people to understand that being Body-Proud is important for happy, healthy living and positive personal growth,” Kippel said.
Along with the competitions, the public is invited to a free Expo and Marketplace and Educational Symposium. The weekend promises to be packed with things to see and do.
The FAME World Championships and Pro Showdown takes place every two years and according the Kippel and Blackstien, this year’s event will be the largest one in FAME’s 11 year-history.
ws, as are Pro Athletes.
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Carly Donovan
PR & Media Relations
FAME World Tour
877 WOW FAME
Direct: 416 819 3263
For Immediate Release
FAME WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS & PRO SHOWDOWN
On June13-15 2008 the FAME World Championships & PRO Showdown will be held in Toronto ON at The John Bassett Theatre, Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
The FAME World Championships & PRO Showdown is the biggest event in fitness attracting Body-Proud individuals from all areas of the world. Some have the dream of 'FAME"; some want the Title, prizes and associated Pro Status; while others just want to proudly display what true determination and a healthy, natural lifestyle can attain.
FAME is the stomping ground for Health & Fitness enthusiasts, Body-Proud individuals from all walks as life and anyone who is in need of motivation and inspiration. With physique competition categories perfect for 'beach bodied bikini models' all the way up to 'the perfect 6-pack' physique of natural bodybuilders, FAME also offers categories for dancers, gymnasts, cheerleaders, martial artists and even couples and senior citizens!
"FAME's new mandate is to encourage everyone to join the Body-Proud Phenomenon and take charge of their physique, thoughts and energy." says FAME Producer, Mindy Blackstien. After five years of running Canada's largest fitness, model & health event during the FAME weeekend, this year the associated Expo Marketplace and Educational Symposium is free for the public. President Jeffrey Kippel adds "We want people to understand the reasons for being Body-Proud are in fact important for happy, healthy living and positive personal growth".
Never before have so many Magazine Cover Models, Health Experts, Top Fitness Trainers and Role Models converged under the same roof to take part in one event. The FAME World Championships & PRO Showdown takes place every two years and 2008 is going to be explosive!
The highlight event is the PRO Show which takes place on Saturday night. Athletes must move up a 6-Level Tier System in order to be eligible to participate. Regional events are currently underway in Canada, the United States and overseas.
The prizes are huge with a potential of over $ 100,000 in cash. Trips to Jamaica, Miami and Brazil are also up for grabs.
For the first time ever, the entire weekend, starting from Friday's Media Day, will be broadcast live around the world on Web TV Fitness.
Jeffrey Kippel and Mindy Blackstien, Presidents of FAME are available for interviews, as are Pro Athletes.
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Carly Donovan
PR & Media Relations
FAME World Tour
877 WOW FAME
Direct: 416 819 3263
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