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- Posted Wednesday April 15, 2015
5th annual Cycle for the Cure offers more ways to support TGen cancer research
Kinesis, yoga and fitness classes join stationary cycling May 2-3 at Village Health Clubs — Register before slots run out!
SCOTTSDALE AND PHOENIX, Ariz. - April 15, 2015
- Participants in the 5th annual Cycle for the
Cure - supporting cancer research at the Translational
Genomics Research Institute (TGen) - have more than cycling to
choose from this year.
Kinesis resistance exercise, yoga and fitness classes will join
stationary cycling, or spinning, as part of Cycle for the
Cure's record-breaking efforts to support TGen.
For spinning enthusiasts, three exhilarating 2-hour indoor cycling
sessions are set for May 3, with one already sold out:
• 8-10 a.m. - Gainey Village Health Club &
Spa, 7477 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Scottsdale.
• 10 a.m.-noon - DC Ranch Village Health Club
& Spa, 18501 N. Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale.
• 3-5 p.m. - Camelback Village Racquet &
Health Club, 4444 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. SOLD
OUT.
Besides spinning, the Camelback Village location also will offer
two Kinesis classes and a Yoga class on May 3.
On May 2, the Gainey Village club will offer a variety of fitness
classes as part of their "Village for a Cure" alternative for
spinning classes.
The Village Health Clubs welcome non-members to participate. Bikes
can be reserved with a $200 tax-deductible donation. For details
and to register, please go to www.tgenfoundation.org/cycle.
"This year, our Cycle for the Cure event provides even
more fun ways to support TGen's amazing cancer research," said
event Co-Chair Vicki Vaughn. "We are so energized and proud of the
dedicated support we continue to receive from our friends and
families."
More than 200 men and women are expected to participate, aiming to
raise a record $175,000 for TGen cancer research. Last year,
Cycle for the Cure raised a record $154,000, exceeding
last year's goal by more than 20 percent.
A Post-Ride Party, with food, drinks and music by Nate Nathan and
the MacDaddy-O's Band, is planned for 5 p.m. May 3 at Camelback
Village. The party is free for riders; $20 donation for
guests.
"Spinning participants should look forward to a fast-paced two
hours of upbeat music and positive energy, led by some of the best
instructors in the business," said Robyn DeBell, the event's other
Co-Chair. "Please join us to help fund TGen's cancer fighting
research."
Dr. Jeffrey Trent, TGen President and Research Director, will be
among TGen's renowned scientists participating in Cycle for the
Cure.
Using genomic sequencing, TGen helps doctors match the appropriate
therapy to each patient's DNA profile, producing the greatest
patient benefit.
"Year after year, these dedicated volunteers find new ways to
energize Cycle for the Cure, raising awareness and
essential funding for TGen's research," said TGen Foundation
President Michael Bassoff. "Cycle for the Curehelps
deliver hope and answers for patients and their families. The
dollars raised stay right here in Arizona, where TGen can really
make a difference."
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About TGen
Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) is a Phoenix,
Arizona-based non-profit organization dedicated to conducting
groundbreaking research with life changing results. TGen is focused
on helping patients with cancer, neurological disorders and
diabetes, through cutting edge translational research (the process
of rapidly moving research towards patient benefit). TGen
physicians and scientists work to unravel the genetic components of
both common and rare complex diseases in adults and children.
Working with collaborators in the scientific and medical
communities literally worldwide, TGen makes a substantial
contribution to help our patients through efficiency and
effectiveness of the translational process. For more information,
visit: www.tgen.org.
TGen Foundation Contact:
Andrea Daly
TGen Foundation
(602) 343-8572
[email protected]
Press Contact:
Steve Yozwiak
TGen Senior Science Writer
602-343-8704
[email protected]
