Kumite Classic Expo

Memorial Day Weekend May 25-26th Monroeville Convention Center. Kumite Classic presents the Pittsburgh’s most established fitness expo.  The media has dubbed The Kumite Classic fitness expo as a “One stop shop for everything fitness.” The expo showcases the latest fitness products, exercise equipment, sports gear, clothing, nutritional supplements, health foods, and cutting edge cosmetic advancements.

Health and wellness consultations are available with industry professionals and onsite evaluations are presented by doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, and natural health experts. The Kumite Classic fitness Expo collaborates with health professionals and educators on comprehensive and sustainable approaches to preventing and reducing serious health problems from both conventional medical and holistic approaches. The expo provides spectators the opportunity to participate in workouts, seminars, certification courses, competitions, and challenges.

The general public can meet & greet with celebrities, professional athletes, Olympic champions, and fitness icons. The expo highlights sports performance athletes, strength competitors, and fitness experts though a multitude of athletic skills competitions and world class sport championships.

FITNESS AND SPORTS TOUR (FAST):

The Fitness And Sports Tour campaign is dedicated to promoting healthy active lifestyles through a full scale interactive consumer fitness expo. The event is Pittsburgh’s most established fitness expo, celebrating its 13th annual season attracting thousands of fitness enthusiasts and health conscious consumers from across the country. The multifaceted expo is surrounded by “non-stop action” playing host to simultaneous championships, competitions, and demonstrations in one expansive area for spectators to enjoy. The audience is one of the most diverse (demographic & geographic) in the fitness industry attracting fans from over 15 different sports. The prestigious Kumite Classic brand is synonymous with athletic excellence.

WHY EXHIBIT:

If your target audience is health conscious fitness enthusiasts, than look no further! The 13th annual Kumite Classic is Pittsburgh’s largest and most established fitness expo, targeting a multi-billion dollar health and fitness industry. The Kumite Classic fitness expo offers maximum exposure into the most popular year round fitness and sports trends in America. The family oriented weekend is a very cost effective way to impact people from all walks of life. Over the past decade, our teams of professionals have paved the way for thousands of people to pursue healthy active lifestyles, building a loyal fan base! The multifaceted expo is surrounded by “non-stop action” playing host to simultaneous championships, competitions, and demonstrations all in one expansive area. The unique concept provides advertising opportunities within an untapped market. The Kumite Classic Expo is the only event of its kind in the Pittsburgh region providing the best opportunity to reach your target audience.

NATIONAL AWARENESS:

May is National Physical Fitness & Sports Month an initiative developed by The President’s Council on Physical Fitness in Sports. The expo collaborates with corporate leaders in an effort to help build a healthier strong community. The Kumite Classic fitness expo brings national awareness to many health related concerns and issues including the growing problem of childhood obesity! The events emphasize the importance of regular physical activity and healthy choices by featuring, “Kidz of Steel” a non-profit partnership program with Western PA Police Athletic League

Join us Memorial Day Weekend at the Kumite Classic Fitness Expo May at the Monroeville Convention Center.

Fitness America

Andi Wagner awards the 2011 Kumite Classic Fitness Pittsburgh title to Aubrey Worek on the main stage. Congrats to all the girls who performed. We look forward to 2012.

Fitness America Pageant Pittsburgh, PA.  Kumite Classic Champion Aubrey Worek

Background on Aubrey Worek, Pittsburgh, PA

Education:  B.S.  Exercise Science; Minor 1:  Dance; Minor 2: Gerontology; Slippery Rock University. Occupation:  President and founder of Wellness Solutions at Work, Inc.  Corporate Wellness Company (www.wellnesssolutionsatwork.com).  Aubrey is a sponsored fitness competitor & ambassador through Cathy Savage Fitness (www.cathysavagefitness.com).

I implement worksite wellness/fitness programs for large employer groups.  I strive to improve the health and well-being of the employee population in order to increase work productivity, decrease their amount of sick days and lower their overall health care costs.

I have been competing with Fitness America for the past 4 years.  In that time I placed in the Top 10 at FAP Vegas 2008 and 6th Place at FAP Miami 2009.  I placed 4^th in the Fitness America NY Show 2010.   In May 2011, I place 1st in the Kumite Classic, FAP.

The first year I competed, I placed 1st in Bikini America short-class & 4^th in Fitness at the Kumite Classic in Pittsburgh, 2007.  I had such a great time that it has inspired me to continue to compete…primarily because I enjoy performing and being on stage; I also love meeting new people from across the U.S. and across the world at these events.  We all have common interests and passions.  Competing in Fitness allows me to fulfill my desire to entertain and enables me to strive to be in the best shape I can be.

I have earned many health and fitness certifications with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA).  I have a diverse background in teaching group fitness classes, such as BodyPump, BodyCombat, Spinning, Zumba and YogaFit.  Fitness is truly my passion and I have made it a successful career!

Lifetime Ambitions  I am working towards becoming a successful fitness-model and am in the process of opening my own Yoga and Dance studio in 2012.

I feel that every time I step on stage, I am a winner.  I believe in myself and strive to be a true inspiration to all women who dream big and desire to achieve more.  I feel that my hard-work and determination have brought me so far; however, I have not done this alone.  Thanks to family, friends, my husband and personal trainer, I am here today.  I truly believe I am only competing against myself.  The moment I step on stage, I know I have won – I have done my best, and really, that’s all that matters to me!

One of my main goals in life is to help empower women of all shapes, sizes, races and ages to build their confidence and reach their fitness and business goals.  Above all else, I wish to maintain healthy relationships with my supportive husband and my loving family and friends.  I recently got married on 11.11.11. in theCaribbean!

Bench Press

The All New Kumite Classic Open & Raw Bench Press Championship. $500 Cash Prize best bench, Saturday May 26th 2012 at The Monroeville Convention Center 209 Mall Boulevard Monroeville, PA 15146  Sign up and register here.

Bench Press WEIGHT CLASSES: [105-] [114-] [123-] [132-] [148-] [165-] [181-] [198-] [220-] [242-] [275-] [308-] [308+]

Bench Press DIVISIONS: RAW, OPEN, Novice, Police/Fire/EMT, Junior, Teen, Women,
225 Max Reps, Sub Master (33+), Master (40+), Grand Master (50+,60+)

Bench Press AWARDS: Custom awards: 1st-3rd place for all divisions and classes
$500  -  Best Open Bench Press*
$100  -  Best RAW Bench Press*
$100  -  225lb Bench Press Reps   (Most Reps)
*based on “Schwartz” method

• Early Weigh-In: Friday, May 25th 6:00PM-8:00 pm @ Monroeville Convention Center
• Day of Weigh-In: Saturday May 26th 8:30-9:30
• Rules Meeting: Saturday May 26th 9:30 AM
• Bench Press Competition: Saturday May 26th 10:00 AM
• Bench Press Rules: Open Division: bench press shirts allowed.  Raw Division: wrist wraps / belts

• No Sanctions
• Registration: Pre-register entry fee:  $40.00 -  $20.00 EACH ADDITIONAL division
• Bench Press Meet Director: Joe Steel (724) 861-5162   joe@kumiteclassic.com

FIRST 50 LIFTERS GET FREE T-SHIRT

ENTRY FEE INCLUDES FREE WEEKEND EXPO ADMISSION FOR COMPETITORS

FREE SAMPLES AND GOODIE BAGS FOR ALL BENCH PRESS COMPETITORS

The 13th annual Kumite Classic features the regions top power lifters, weight lifters, and the area’s best strength athletes!

She’s a knockout

Dessie Mitcheson took home the Kumite Classic Model America crown in 2011. The Kiski Area High School grad is making her mark in the modeling industry. Dessie is a new face of Playboy Intimates and a Miss Tropic Beauty, Las Vegas.

Dessie Mitcheson Recent calendar work includes: Tropicbeauty swimsuit calendar, Matco Tool and Burgh babe cover model. You can see her in magazines such as Belle Morte, Gladys, Smokescreen, Allaboutbikes.

Dessie Mitcheson on stage at the Kumite Classic

Climb the wall

The Kumite Classic is proud to partner with the National Guard once again. The giant rockwall will be a featured attraction at the 2012 Expo. For more info on the National Guard, please click the logo below.

Kumite Classic presents The FAST Expo, Pittsburgh PA Memorial Day Weekend 2012

Super Shane

Shane Baker wins the title for Team United in 2011 in Pittsburgh.  Baker is part of a storied tradition of excellence that Team United has enjoyed over the years at the Kumite Classic. In 2010 Trevor Nash, Casey Nash and Chelsey Nash all won Grand Championships… a true martial arts family. Congrats to all the Canadian Champions at the Kumite Classic, making this NBL event a true Can-Am experience!

Trevor Nash celebrates victory @ The Kumite Classic

Natural Muscle

The Kumite Classic is proud to promote natural body building under the banner of Muscle Mania. Here is some info about the Muscle Mania Organization. Celebrating its 20th season, it has become the leader among natural bodybuilding events. With exclusive, international television coverage by ESPN International, TSN RDS Canada, Sky Sport Britain, Star Sport Asia and other worldwide networks, Musclemania is more recognized than any other natural contest worldwide. And with this popularity, Musclemania continues to expand throughout the world with regional and international events this year.

HISTORY

Musclemania began in 1991 as bodybuilding’s first and only tour of world class level staged competitions. Early on, Musclemania took a bold and challenging step forward by declaring that this exciting event would become a natural event. It would soon become America’s most popular natural bodybuilding competition.

Past Champions represent some of the industry’s most respected natural athletes, among them including:

JUDGING AND PERFORMANCES

At the prejudging all contestants will be equally and fairly judged within their division and classes. This will include (1) an initial line-up, (2) mandatory poses and comparisons, (3) selected grouping comparisons and (4) individual posing routines. The process is rigorous and demanding, but with the sole intention of selecting who deserves to be a Musclemania Champion.

Musclemania judging criteria is based upon four, equally scored categories:

• Symmetry 25%;
• Muscle Mass 25%;
• Condition 25%;
• Posing Presentation 25% (Top 5 Finalists Only)

At the Finals all contestants will be introduced to the audience and participate in a Class Posedown. The Top 5 Finalists in each Division and/or Class will perform their individual posing routines. Routines are limited to 90 seconds.

Musclemania is known to be a world class stage event. This reputation is earned, in part, due to state-of-art audio system, provided by Digital Dolby. It is recommended that you take advantage of this available technology by having your music edited and dubbed by an audio technician. Only CD-R disc music will be accepted (do not use CD-RW discs). Music may NOT be provided on cassette.

AMATEUR QUALIFICATIONS

Events on the Musclemania World Tour are open to any amateur natural bodybuilder. Whether you have past or present bodybuilding federation affiliations, are an independent athlete or a first timer, we invite you to compete against the best natural bodybuilders from throughout America and the world. There are divisions and weight classes for all bodybuilders including Open Men & Women, Novice, Masters, Grand Masters, Junior and Mixed Pairs.

Kumite Classic Fans

The Kumite Classic campaign is dedicated to promoting healthy active lifestyles through a full scale interactive consumer expo. The event is Pittsburgh’s most established fitness expo, celebrating its 13th annual season attracting thousands of fitness enthusiasts and health conscious consumers from across the country. The multifaceted expo is surrounded by “non-stop action” playing host to simultaneous championships, competitions, and demonstrations in one expansive area for spectators to enjoy. The audience is one of the most diverse (demographic & geographic) in the fitness industry attracting fans from over 15 different sports. The prestigious Kumite Classic brand is synonymous with athletic excellence.

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