Released on: May 7, 2008, 2:28 pm

Press Release Author: Scott Peters

Industry: Healthcare

Press Release Summary: Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Legend Ken Shamrock To Hold Elite
Team Tryouts at His Newest Lion's Den Training Center in Scottsdale Arizona.
Shamrock's Lion's Den Elite fighters are respected by MMA organizations world wide.


Press Release Body:


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE



Scottsdale, AZ. - May 7, 2008 - MMA legend Ken Shamrock announced today that he will
hold open tryouts for the next generation of MMA champions on June 1st at his newest
Lion's Den Facility located at 2954 N. Hayden Road in Scottsdale, Arizona. Weigh
in's for all selected competitors will begin on Sunday, June 1st at 8:30 AM with the
tryouts commencing at 10:00 AM.

Try outs for Lion's Den Elite Team hopefuls will be conducted by Ken Shamrock
himself. Athletes will be required to display their skills and conditioning in a
series of drills, as well as put their mixed martial arts training to the test
against other competitors in an elimination style format. Only fighters that excel
at all levels of the competition will earn a coveted spot on the Elite Team.

"The Lion's Den is one of the most respected MMA fighting team organizations in the
world. Fighters chosen for the Lion's Den Elite Team will train with world renowned
coaches, all champions and proven experts in their discipline. Lion's Den
Scottsdale's elite coaching staff includes Ken Shamrock, Bob Karmel, Rick "the Jet"
Roufus, Edwin "Bam Bam" Dewees" and Chad Ikei, from Ikei Sports Performance." says
Scott Peters, Lion's Den Scottsdale Partner and offensive center for the Arizona
Cardinals.

Lion's Den Founder and MMA Legend Ken Shamrock noted that, "Lion's Den Scottsdale
fighters will have the best training, representation and sponsorship opportunities
available. We will also be holding our own Ken Shamrock Production (KSP)
professional MMA events nationwide which provide the athlete the opportunity to put
their skills and training to the test in premier MMA promotions. No MMA training
center in Arizona can bring this caliber training and exposure to their professional
athletes."

While Elite Team tryouts are open to all experienced professional fighters, each
potential competitor will be required to submit a brief biography as well as their
training and fight history. The entrance fee is $125. Tryouts will be highly
competitive and space is limited, with a maximum of twelve spots to fill, spanning
over all weight divisions. Competitors must provide their own MMA gear for the
competition; including shin guards, 16 oz gloves, MMA gloves, mouth piece, head gear
and groin protector.

Participants and fans will have the opportunity to tour the newest state of the art
Lion's Den MMA Facility, as well as meet Ken Shamrock and the Scottsdale
instructors, during grand opening festivities on May 30th and 31st. For individuals
interested in Lion's Den Scottsdale's Elite Team, email our Elite Team recruiter,
Lance Foreman, at lforeman@kshamrockprod.com, or call (530)-252-8071.

Ken Shamrock's Lion's Den Scottsdale
Scottsdale based Lion's Den Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Training Center located at 2954
N. Hayden Road in Scottsdale is the only training facility of its kind in Arizona.
This state-of-the-art facility has over 8,000 square feet of training area,
including 3,000 square feet of grappling and striking mat space, a full weight and
cardio room, professional size boxing ring and a competition octagon for mixed
martial arts. Lions Den Scottsdale employs a world renowned team of instructors,
hand selected by the legendary Ken Shamrock to ensure that every member exceeds
their personal goals in each selected discipline. Programs are offered in Muay
Thai/Kickboxing, Jiu Jitsu, Boxing, Grappling, Mixed Martial Arts and Sports
Conditioning. Lions Den also offers the best in child martial arts programs. Classes
are set up to accommodate all ages and skill levels, from entry level students to
world class athletes. Private lessons are available. At Lion's Den Scottsdale you
don't have to be a world champion to train like one. For more information call
480-941-LION or visit www.lionsdenaz.com.


Web Site: http://www.lionsdenaz.com

Contact Details: Ken Shamrock\'s Lion\'s Den Scottsdale
2954 N. Hayden Road in Scottsdale, AZ Phone: 480-941-5466
e-mail: mingram@lionsdenaz.com