FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

JANUARY 4, 2010

NEW MERCHANTS AT LAKEWOOD RANCH

TWO NEW COMPANIES COMING TO LAKEWOOD RANCH

LWR Commercial Realty  is pleased to announce the addition of two new merchants to Lakewood Ranch in two different locations.

Ming Wu Martial Arts has opened at the corner of Lorraine Road and SR 70, and The Fish Hole Adventure Golf will be opening on Main Street in the spring of 2010.

Ming Wu Martial Arts opens today, January 4th and owner Jessie Vi is an award winning martial artist and humanitarian who has been honored nationally for his skills.  Step daughter and student, 15 year old Paige Oswald, a second degree black belt, was just recruited onto the United States National Martial Arts Team and will be one of the teachers at the school.  “I am so excited to finally be opening a school in Lakewood Ranch,” said owner Jessie Vi. “It has been a long time dream to bring Ming Wu to such a family oriented neighborhood where so many children and adults can benefit from the exercise and discipline martial arts can offer.  Ming Wu martial arts is open to anyone ages 3 to 103!”  The Grand Opening special offers three weeks of classes for $19.95 and includes a free uniform.

In addition, through March, Jessie Vi will offer a free 30 minute martial arts class to the first 20 students who sign up on Saturday morning for the 10:15 to 10:45 class. Doors open at 9:00 AM.

The Fish Hole on Lake Uihlein is adventure outdoor miniature golf, and will begin construction on their facility which borders Lake Uihlein in February.  Owner Jacob Spooner currently operates an adventure golf facility on Anna Maria Island and grew up in Manatee County.  “We could not be more thrilled to be bringing adventure golf to Main Street at Lakewood Ranch,” said Spooner. “This type of family friendly activity crosses all borders and gives kids a fun, safe and exciting activity to enjoy all year round.”   Julia DeCastro, on site property manager at Main Street could not agree more.  “We are so thrilled to have more entertainment for families and kids, and we know The Fish Hole will be a popular spot!”

Spooner will also open a golf and novelty store called “Main Street Bazaar” just a few stores down from the golf course.  That store is expected to open first in March.

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Candice

Candice McElyea

Public Relations & Promotions Manager

Lakewood Ranch/SMR

941-757-1546 office

941-232-9046 cell