RULES
Point Kickboxing
Length of Match:
• Each Continuous Kickboxing match is a single (2) minute round.
• In case of a draw, an additional round will be played to determine the winner
Legal Hits:
• SEMI CONTACT STRIKES & KICKS ARE ALLOWED ABOVE THE WAIST (Continuous Kickboxing)
• For Continuous Muy Thai, Knee Strikes from armpit line down to thigh are permitted as well
Legal Attire:
All players must wear-
• Mandatory Full length martial arts pants for Cont.American Kickboxing
• Mandatory Thai-Kickboxing shorts for Continuous Muy Thai
• Mandatory headgear.
• Mouthpiece
• Sparring feet gear that covers foot and toes
• Groin Cup
• 16oz closed finger punching gloves for Adult Divisions, 12oz closed finger punching gloves for Junior
Divisions
• Hand wraps are advised to be worn by all fighters
• Chest protective wear and face guards are optional. If worn, BOTH competitors must have them on!
• No rubber soled shoes of any type!
Level of Contact:
• Semi-Contact level. KNOCKOUT LEVEL POWER ON KICKS/PUNCHES ARE ILLEGAL!
• Fighters will be disqualified for knocking an opponent out. Fighters will be given one warning when
excessive contact is observed by Center Referee
• Center Official has the authority to penalize a fighter through points or give disqualifications to fighters
who are fighting at a full contact level. Semi-Contact will be strictly enforced and Full Contact penalties
will be strictly enforced!
Scoring Areas:
• Front & side of head
• Chest, Stomach, Ribs, Kidneys
• Inner & Outer Thigh (Inner Thigh hits legal for advanced MT only)
• Stay away from clavicle area – start from armpit level
Judging:
• The entire division will run with the following officials: 3 side judges, 1 center referee, 1 Division
Arbitrator
• Three judges are placed at ringside and will score the match
• Winners of each match is determined by the Referees ONLY! Center Referee may overturn decisions, if
deemed necessary, along with the approval of Division Arbitrator.
• Judges will be looking for the competitor who executes full extension and completes the techniques that
are in accordance with the safety rules.
Reasons for Possible Penalty Point Deductions:
• Executing illegal hits (as stated above)
• Executing or possessing the intent of full contact blows
• Verbally or physically abusing an official
• Use of profanity or acting in an unprofessional manner
• Disqualification or removal from division may result from an uncooperative coach, instructor, parent,
competitor, or family member
** ALL RULES WILL BE REVIEWED WITH ALL COMPETITORS PRIOR TO STARTING DIVISION
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