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Nine Finalists to Compete at 'Jackie Chan Studio Fitness School Dash' National Championship

Posted on: Thursday, 1 December 2005, 09:00 CST

After a series of blistering competitions from coast to coast, nine city-wide champions in the "Jackie Chan Studio Fitness School Dash" competition are converging on New York City for the National Grand Championship and a chance to take home the grand prize: $10,000 for college in the form of a savings bond. Second and third place winners will receive $2,500 and $1,000 savings bonds respectively. The national fitness competition among sixth through eighth grade students began in mid-October and concludes on Saturday, December 10, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the ESPN Zone in Times Square.

Developed by Jackie Chan Studio Fitness in partnership with XaviX and the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE), the "Jackie Chan Studio Fitness School Dash" competition was created to promote physical fitness within the education system. Over 50 participating schools in San Diego, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Boston, and New York introduced students to exercise through the J-Mat, an interactive application designed to test speed, endurance and reflexes.

"We would like to congratulate each of our nine finalists for their outstanding performance thus far, and we look forward to a thrilling finals competition at the ESPN Zone," said Rachel Woodland, spokesperson for Jackie Chan Studio Fitness. "Thousands of students, parents and teachers from across the country have participated in the Jackie Chan Studio Fitness School Dash, and they all deserve a big thank you for making this such a fun, spirited fitness competition."

The "Jackie Chan Studio Fitness School Dash" competition began with students competing at their home schools. Using the J-Mat, each participant was challenged to take the most number of steps in a 10-second period. One winner from each grade advanced to city-wide semifinals, where the top three fastest "dashers" received $100, $50 and $25 for college. The city-wide competitions also determined which nine regional finalists would be flown with their families to New York to compete in the National Grand Championship.

In addition to the national fitness competition, Jackie Chan Studio Fitness is dedicated to combating childhood obesity by working with schools across the country to incorporate the J-Mat application into the curriculum of physical education classes and/or after-school programs.

"The ultimate goal of this in-school pilot program is to provide educators with alternative methods for encouraging exercise by utilizing the type of interactive technology that today's kids already embrace," said Woodland. "We have already seen some very positive outcomes from this program and look forward to extending it next year to more schools in additional markets."

Currently available products for the Jackie Chan Studio Fitness line include J-Mat and PowerBoxing(TM), both available nationwide at Linens 'n Things stores and online at www.lnt.com and www.xavixstore.com. MSRP for the J-Mat is $89.99; MSRP for PowerBoxing is $59.99; MSRP for the XaviXPORT is $79.99.

About the XaviXPORT System

The XaviXPORT is a revolutionary way to interact with your TV. XaviXPORT serves as the gateway for all XaviX applications enabling interactive home sports, fitness, entertainment and more. The system combines the latest in infrared, optical and radio frequency technology to see and respond to a user's movements. XaviX has taken a completely new approach to system design by embedding the patented multi-processor, memory and human interface technologies into system cartridges. XaviXPORT comes equipped with a proprietary expansion jack to enable future hardware compatibility. As advances in technology enable new experiences, the XaviXPORT will never need to be upgraded.

About J-Mat

The J-Mat is an interactive fitness application for the XaviXPORT system, using a wireless fitness mat, designed to test and build speed, endurance and reflexes. In one activity, participants step into Jackie's shoes, running through the streets of Hong Kong, dodging and leaping over obstacles. In another, users will keep balls in the air as they lunge, jump and groove to a fun cardio burn. With variable routines and levels of difficulty, the J-Mat provides healthy fun for kids and allows adults to alternate their workout.

About NASPE

National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE), which has been setting the standard for the profession for over 31 years, is the largest of the five national associations of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (AAHPERD). A nonprofit membership organization of over 17,000 physical education and sport professionals, NASPE is the only national association dedicated to strengthening basic knowledge about sport and physical education among professionals and the general public. Putting that knowledge into action in schools and communities across the nation is critical to improved academic performance, social reform and the health of individuals. To assess whether your child is receiving a quality physical education program, visit http://www.aahperd.org/naspe/template.cfm?template=observePE/main.html for observation tools. Additional information about the NASPE can be found on the Internet at www.naspeinfo.org.

About Jackie Chan Studio Fitness

Jackie Chan Studio Fitness was created by JCX COMPANY LIMITED, the first international licensee of the XaviXPORT from SSD COMPANY LIMITED. JCX was formed based on the vision of internationally accredited film star, Jackie Chan, to create interactive fitness applications for the entire family which promote a healthy and happy lifestyle. The first products available from the Jackie Chan Studio Fitness line include PowerBoxing and J-Mat, both for use with the XaviXPORT. For more information on the company, visit www.jcstudiofitness.com.

Source: Business Wire

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