VANCOUVER, March 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX VENTURE: RYU.V) creators of urban athletic apparel, is pleased to announce it has signed an agreement with fast rising superstar company, WeWork, to be a preferred vendor of apparel for their Rise by We gym spaces.

RYU will be supplying apparel to the staff and trainers of the first location Rise by We located within WeWork's space in New York City and in the future spaces Rise by We will open all over the world. RYU will also have a retail space within the premises of the facility, where Rise by We members will have the chance to shop RYU products.

"Rise was founded on the belief that by bringing people together, we can elevate mind, body, and spirit. In RYU, we found the perfect partner who not only shares our commitment to fostering community and humanity, but also delivers high quality products that make you look and feel good while working out. Partnering with brands like RYU helps us create spaces that inspire genuine social connection and allows our members to choose their own path to wellness," said Avi Yehiel, WeWork Head of Wellness.

"We are incredibly honored to be chosen as a preferred vendor to WeWork to supply apparel to all their top level trainers and staff," said Marcello Leone, CEO of RYU. "Our companies align on many levels and we are excited to be a part of their growth. WeWork and its wellness expansion are perfectly aligned with RYU and we are excited to be part of such a disruptive business model, operating all over the world."

About WeWork

WeWork provides shared workspace, community, and services for entrepreneurs, freelancers, startups, small businesses and large enterprises. Founded in 2010, it is headquartered in New York City. WeWork has a current valuation of roughly US$ 20 billion and manages 10 million square feet of office space around the world.

"Create a Life, Not Just a Living" is in WeWork's DNA. Rise By We is a clubhouse for the soul, based on the principles around Social Fitness. 

About RYU
Respect Your Universe is an award-winning urban athletic apparel and accessories brand engineered for the fitness, performance and lifestyle of multi-disciplined athletically minded individuals. Innovatively designed without compromise and tailored for fit, comfort, and durability, RYU exists to facilitate human performance. For more information, visit: http://ryu.com

On Behalf of the Board

RYU APPAREL INC.
"Marcello Leone"
Marcello Leone, CEO, President and Chairman of the Board
Tel: 604-235-2880

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