Though it is a form of physical sport that involves punches and strikes, but has its own limitations and rules. The wrc consists of the wmma fc world head referee plus four elected referees. Professional bouts are by contract and fighters may choose between unified kickboxing rules or muay thai rules. The wrc is the world rules committee with head office by the current world head referee. Every event must comply with the athletic commission rules of the state in which. All triangle kickboxing promotions events are regulated by the north carolina boxing authority ncba and sanctioned by the international kickboxing federation ikf. A clear violation of the rules and regulations directly. In north america the sport had unclear rules so kickboxing and full contact karate were essentially the same sport. The the professional boxing referee manual was prepared by armando garcia in an effort to establish a criterion for dealing with numerous referee situations and as an attempt to interpret professional boxing rules in a simple manner. The referee must make sure that each fighter understands their language so there will be no confusion as to ring commands during the fight.
Of all that has been written about the sport of boxing, the role of the referee is often marginalized. The narrow use is restricted to the styles that selfidentify as kickboxing, i. How to strike with maximum power training with michael j white duration. At state level this is in place from end february 2009, and at national level it applied at and from the november 2008 australian championships. The term kickboxing kickboxing can be used in a narrow and in a broad sense. Still, the bout referee may choose to give a warning or even a point deduction for a fighter who does not appear to be kicking enough for this style of fighting. It is up to the referee to determine if a fighter is considered active. Referee means the person who ensures that the usa boxing technical rules and these aobusa boxing competition rules are followed by the boxers during their bouts in the ring. Japanese kickboxing with its spinoff styles or rules such as shoot boxing and k1, dutch kickboxing, and american kickboxing. Updated 9th september 2019 in a world first, the wkf world kickboxing federation head office is introducing a new combat ring sport that will capture the world, attracting all the very best in combat sports. Boxing book third man in the ring last edited on 16 december 2019, at 19. Unlike most athletic commissions they do not have their own approved rules for combat sports but instead allow a promoter to submit the rules of the combat sport for which the event is to be held and these. Referees may warn penalize a competitor at their discretion depending upon the severity or repetitive nature of the rules violation.
First document on list summarizes all main changes of wako rules for both tatami and ring sports as approved by wako if board. Hence, there may be a minor change in the rules from one nation to another but the. Kickboxing competitions shall be held inside a ring or cage. Boxer rules and equipment the local commission is the final authority in all equipment matters. Without a standardized training regimen, boxing referees choose from various certification options instead. Boxing australia has implemented a new accreditation pathway for judges and referees. Competition in light contact kickboxing should be executed as its name implies. If the points are equal at the end of the fight then the fight is declared a draw. In april 2000, the california state athletic commission voted unanimously in favor of regulations that later became the foundation for the unified rules of mixed martial arts.
The updates have become effective since august 1st, 2016. If the cause of injury is a rule violation by the opponent, the referee shall give. Hence, there may be a minor change in the rules from one nation to another but the major rules remain the same. If a fighter is knocked down to the mat 3 times in one round or given 3 standing 8 counts in one round, the bout is automatically over. Penalizing prohibited techniques, moves or conduct. To possess a wmma fc issued or accepted sport book sport pass. Kickboxing is a group of standup combat sports based on kicking and punching, historically. The fighter, corner, referee, ring doctor and nhbwc all have full authority to stop the fight. It can be practiced on competitive or recreational level depending on the aspirations of the kickboxer, but for sure it is a sport designed to improve your.
The rules of mixed martial arts mma differ slightly from one promotion to the next because each fighting organization can create unique rules. If a fighter breaks the rules but does not necessarily deserve a disqualification, the referee must stop the fight and give a warning to the fighter of a foul. Instead of the promoter, the head referee, wkf arearing supervisor, or in. To find properly qualified officials, contact the local athletic commission or work with the ikf directly to select the best qualified officials for each position. Kickboxing is a unique western response to many eastern martial arts. The judge referee s points on a scorecard are added up and the fighter with the most points is declared the winner. The irc consists of the wkf head referee plus four appointed a1 referees. Amateur kickboxing rules september 2014 weighin the weighin must be completed at least 24 hours prior to the first competition. Kickboxing is a modern contact fighting sport created on the basis of many traditional combat sports and martial arts. For a full copy of the rules and regulations please contact the british boxing board of control. This rulebook replaces all previously issued fake fritz exenberger vienna, austria rules. For example, the regulations for the ultimate fighting championship ufc may differ slightly from the rules for strikeforce.
Official wka rule book pdf world kickboxing and karate. A referee may, without stopping the fight, give a caution to a kickboxer at any. The fight is scored by three judges on a 10point must scoring system. An ancient boxing match, supervised by the referee left the referee in boxing is the individual charged with enforcing the rules of that sport during a match. I reproduce these below for the convenience of anyone looking for the latest version of the abcs unified rules.
K1 began in 1993 and is a kickboxing organisation and martial arts brand wellknown worldwide mainly for its heavyweight division fights. Because there is no universally accepted world ruling body for professional boxing, each country has its own set of rules, and in the united states there are different rules in different states. Referees shall not allow boxers who intentionally violate rules, to gain advantage e. Wkf world kickboxing federation official ppf pro point fighting rules book.
It also reflects the official wkf ppf pro point fighting competition rules. The irc consists of the wfmc head referee plus four appointed a1 referees. Kickboxing is a sport where two boxers fight in the ring. Without the specific written consent of either wkf or the irc, this rulebook shall. The referee cannot change any of the wmma fc rules, and cannot overrule the medical decision. Delhi kickboxing association dka logo continue from 20056 to till today aug. Japanese kickboxing with its spinoff styles or rules such as shoot boxing and k1, dutch kickboxing, and american kickboxing in the wider sense, it includes all standup combat sports that allow both.
Jul 26, 2017 the referee will have sole discretion in determining a knockdown versus a slip. The irc also handles the referee affairs at larger tournaments. What the referee will be looking for is a minimum number of kicks. The referee shall disqualify a competitor if heshe does not turn up after having been repeatedly called for the fight. In light contact competitors fight continuously until central referee command. Wakos history is tightly connected with the history of kickboxing in the western world. Rules means the anticorruption rules, antidoping rules, disciplinary rules, competition rules, medical rules. Official rule book competition rules effective january 1, 2014. Violations of the rules and regulations may, depending how grave they are, lead. Enforcement of these rules shall be charged to officially designated representatives of the world kickboxing association. No referee can decide how seriously a fighter is injured. Both fighters are allowed single clinch, single strike with knee, boxing rules, kicks to the inside and outside leg, kicks to the body and head.
Usa boxing official rule book technical rules effective january 1, 2014 revised august 20. All kickboxing matches should take place in a boxing ring. The referee is the sole arbiter of a bout and is the only individual authorized to stop a contest. Competitors are not required to wear a belt during their match unless wearing a traditional gi. They must indicate to the kickboxer, by appropriate signs or gestures, any violation of the regulations. Iska sport kickboxing rules iska sport mma iska sport.
Many organizations, such as the international professional ring officials, usa boxing, association of boxing commissions and the world boxing association offer seminars and classes geared to new referees and experienced officials seeking continuing education. The irc can also be used as an arbitrary body in certain cases. Usa boxing official rule book competition rules effective january 1, 2014 revised august 20. Already in 1970, wakos legend, joe lewis had his first kickboxing fight against greg baines in the usa. Welcome to wkfecs wkf extreme combat sports the latest in wkf ring combat sports.
Throughout this document the acronym ko will be used for the kickboxing ontario. If a fighter breaks the rules but does not necessarily deserve a disqualification, the referee must stop the fight and give a. Wka ring light contact kickboxing rlc rule book 2014. Elevated pushups are performed by using a chair to elevate the legs while doing pushups. Referee means the person who ensures that the usa boxing technical rules and the aobusa boxing competitions rules are followed by the boxers during their bouts in the ring. The referee will have sole discretion in determining a knockdown versus a slip. The mandatory eight count is in effect the referee must count to at least eight. The judgereferees points on a scorecard are added up and the fighter with the most points is declared the winner. Every nation has its own federation to govern their respective kickboxing matches.
Second document technical report summarizes technical changes approved by the wako if board in jesolo in septembre 2018, that will come into effect starting. Usa boxing nationa l rulebook revised 1112017 page 2 usa boxing. The referee should be thoroughly familiar with the rules of the world boxing association wba, as well as the general rules of boxing. Due to the effectiveness of kickboxing training regimens, kickboxing workouts have become popular among everyday fitness enthusiasts. In january 2012, k1 global holdings limited, a company registered in hong kong, acquired the rights to k1, and is the current organizer of k1 events worldwide. Leg sweeps, boot to boot, to the inside and outside of opponents foot not above the ankle explanation of knockdowns or standing 8 count.
If a fighter goes down from what the referee indicates is a slip but fails to rise after the referees repeated commands, the referee will initiate a count, and follow the procedures of a knockdown. Each fighter must continually kick throughout the round. In addition to the promoter, the head referee, a wka supervisor, or in case of a head knockout. When is a fighter down legitimate techniques for scoring. Note violations of the rules and regulations may, depending how grave they are. This was the first fight where boxing gloves were used and the name kickboxing was mentioned in the announcement. A boxing referee counting a boxer an ancient boxing match, supervised by the referee left the referee in boxing is the individual charged with enforcing the rules of that sport during a match. Weighins should not be conducted in an area where alcohol is being served or consumed. Competition should be executed as its name implies. Although he has a vast boxing resume, the views, opinions, andor. However, as of july, 2009, there is no longer a mandatory kick count requirement for full contact rules bouts.
Criteria on which the composition of the score by the judges is based. Usa boxing introduction to referee actions youtube. This tutorial will help you in learning the protocols of the game in all dimensions. To warn the boxer who violates the rules, the referee must stop the fight before he clearly warns the offending boxer in order that the boxer understands the cause and objective of the warning. Rules and regulations ring disciplines full contact kickboxing low kick kickboxing k1 kickboxing the following document is provided to the owneroperators of member clubs. Judo, jujitsu, karate, kendo, kickboxing, k1, muaythai, mma, sambo. Corner men or seconds cannot enter into any verbal dispute with the referee or officials during the bout. Usa boxing official rule book competition rules effective january 1, 2014 revised november 20. Wkf world kickboxing federation official ppf pro point. Potomac books latest boxing installment, third man in the ring.
Must use shin for sweep attacks, using the back of the leg is considered tripping and will not be. If he perceives that a violation has occurred he has the discretion to issue one of. All ikf event officials shall be employed by the promoter and be approved by the ikf event representative only each official must know all rules and regulations for an ikf kickboxing event. Uniform competitors must wear a martial arts bottoms with a martial arts top, or tshirt. An example of a kickboxing exercise is the elevated pushup. The irc can make alterations or omissions to the existing rules, as well as implement new ones. The game in itself is a self disciplinary event that teaches patience and selfdefence. The 3 knockdown rule is always in effect in ikf kickboxing unless otherwise noted between the promoter, referee and ikf representative at the event. The unified rules of kickboxing association of boxing.
All amateur fighters are required to complete an amateur fighter confirmation form at the event weigh ins and hand to the usmta event representative for legal proof of their amateur status. Interpret the rules as long as they are applicable or compatible with the fight that is taking place, or, at a special moment, decide on a move which does not appear in the rules. Generally bouts take place in a ring that is 18 to 22 feet 5. Nov 02, 2018 last week the ufc held an event in moncton, new brunswick. The current version of the abcs unified rules of mma. Clinch fighting and grappling are forbidden, sweeps are legal but vary depending on the referee. Like other sports, to protect the health and safety of the players, the game has a number of rules and regulations. Additionally, a referee s basic duties are to enforce the rules fairly, maintain control of the bout and to interpret the rules insofar as to their applicability to the action. All bouts governed by the rules and regulations of the. Three knockdowns in round results in a technical knockout.
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