Chow's Gymnastics Hosts 'Flip for a Cure' Rising Stars Invitational

A news release:

Chow’s Booster Club is raising money for Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization at their Chow’s Gymnastics “Flip for a Cure” Rising Stars Invitational, Oct. 5-6 at AIB College Activities Center in Des Moines. T

he two-day event brings in nearly 300 gymnasts from 18 gyms around the Midwest where they will be competing for individual and team awards.

“Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, our initiative involves raising awareness of breast cancer and benefitting the Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization,” says Chow’s Booster Club President Kristina Hamilton. “We’ve designed a ‘Flip for a Cure’ leotard that all competing gymnasts can purchase, with all proceeds going directly to Susan G. Komen. Thus far, we’ve raised nearly $1,000, and a representative from Susan G. Komen will be on hand to receive the official ‘big’ check.”

Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer and the leading cause of cancer death among women worldwide. One in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. “We know that breast cancer prevention starts with healthy habits,” says Hamilton. “Studies have shown that women who get regular physical activity like these gymnasts will reduce the risk of developing cancer.”

Chow’s Booster Club will also be honoring those who have survived, passed on and currently have breast cancer by asking for donations throughout the weekend that will go to Susan G. Komen.

Come cheer for some of the best gymnasts in the Midwest and show your support for Susan G. Komen Saturday, October 5, 8 am – 7 pm and Sunday, October 6, 8 am- 5:30 pm at AIB College Activities Center, 2280 Bell Avenue, Des Moines. Admission is $8 ($5 for children, $6 for seniors).

Chow’s Gymnastics & Dance Institute is the U.S. National Team Training Center and home to 2008 Olympic Champion Shawn Johnson and 2012 Olympic Champion Gabrielle Douglas.