Mark Munoz fundraising event for Typhoon Yolanda survivors

(PRESS RELEASE) -- LAS VEGAS - XYIENCE Xenergy, the official energy drink of the UFC®, announces that XYIENCE team athlete Mark Munoz is holding a fundraiser for the survivors of Typhoon Yolanda. The MMA Wrestling Seminar & Fundraiser will take place on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014 at Treasure Island Event Venue in San Francisco (401 California Avenue). The event is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and includes an autograph signing with the UFC middleweight.

The fee is $80 for the MMA wrestling seminar that will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. A second wrestling seminar geared toward youth and college students costs $40 and will run from 1 to 4 p.m. A free autograph signing with Muñoz will take place from noon to 1 p.m. Participants can register at the event or in advance at www.markmunozmma.com.

After watching the shocking news coverage of Typhoon Yolanda, Muñoz was inspired to take action to help survivors. “My family is from another island in the Philippines and was spared, which is why I feel even more compelled to do something for those in the Visayas region who were not so lucky,” said Muñoz who has a long history of charitable endeavors. “UNICEF reports that 15 million people were affected by Typhoon Yolanda and 4 million are still homeless. My hope is that the community will support this event and extend help to those who are in need.” Muñoz notes that the rebuilding period is anticipated to take about three years. “Recovery from typhoon Yolanda is on-going, this holiday season I am giving to the survivors. You can too,” he said.

For more details on how to get involved, please visit www.markmunozmma.com.

“We say that our athletes have the Power to Win,” said John Lennon, XYIENCE’s president. “When they apply that same type of focus and passion to help others, it’s something we want to foster and support. XYIENCE is very proud to be affiliated with Mark Munoz and to particpate in his fundraising event.”

About XYIENCE (pronounced zy-ince) Headquartered in Las Vegas, XYIENCE’s sports nutrition products, which include Advanced Protein Complex, Pre-Workout Booster and Thermogenic Fat Burner, among others are designed to support an active and healthy lifestyle. The brand’s flagship product is Xenergy (pronounced zen-er-gy) – the official energy drink of the Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC®). Launched in 2006, Xenergy is the first energy drink created by a nutrition company and the fastest growing brand in its category. Xenergy is a sugar-free, zero-calorie beverage that is made with all-natural flavors and colors. Xenergy energy beverages are available in Frostberry Blast, Cran Razz, Fruit Punch, Mango Guava, Blu Pomegranate, Cherry Lime, Tangerine and Melon Mayhem. The Xenergy energy family also includes: Xenergy + Lemonade Pineapple and Raspberry and Xenergy + Tea Honey Ginseng and Raspberry Acai. Xenergy + Hydration Grape and Tropical Punch are non-caffeinated beverages fortified with electrolytes and a blend of B vitamins.

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