Throws and Takedowns are allowed but the action (Like in San Shou style
fighting) will stop immediately following the Throw or Takedown.
All types of Judo & Wrestling Throws are Legal.
Continued clinching must have CONTINUED "STRIKING" ACTION
and or result in a Throw or Takedown or the referee will break the
fighters up after 3 seconds of non striking action.
SCORING
Scoring is a straight 10 point must system. - For Info Click
HERE.
Unlike in San Shou, there will be no throw points awarded.
Although there is no current Throw or Takedown minimum requirement now,
Fighters will be STRONGLY Encouraged to THROW their opponent.
STRIKING
Low Kicks are allowed to the inside and outside of the legs.
All other "High" kicks are allowed to the body & head.
Although there is no current HIGH KICK minimum requirement now,
Fighters will be STRONGLY Encouraged to KICK ABOVE THE WAIST.
ALL HAND STRIKES Must be "CLOSED FIST."
NO Open Hand Strikes or Hammer Fists!
Knees are allowed to the body but NOT the Head.
Elbows are allowed to the body but NOT the Head.
EQUIPMENT
No Shirts allowed.
No Foot pads allowed.
Fighters supply their own cup and mouthpiece.
Fighters must wear Thai style OR Grappling shorts. NO Long Pants.
No Shin pads allowed (This could change for multi fight - Tournament
Competition)
Fighters hands must be wrapped with gauze & tape (Pro Wraps are
allowed) or general handwraps.
For additional Equipment details please go to the IKF
Rules & Equipment page by clicking HERE.