FIGHTERS - TRAINERS - MANAGERS - MATCHMAKERS - PROMOTERS
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IKF KO/TKO Fight Suspension Rules and Regulations - CLICK HERE!

1. REGISTER INTO THE IKF RANKINGS
   • Although a fighter does not have to be registered in the IKF Rankings to compete in an IKF event, it does help the fighter as far as their "CREDIBILITY" when speaking with an IKF Promoter. To register as a fighter into the Official IKF World Rankings CLICK HERE.
   • Questions: some questions you will be required to answer are things such as:
     • Your Fight Record in all combat sports: This is, of course, if you have previous fight experience. Your record includes ALL bouts & the results. Before and after each IKF sanctioned event, the IKF Representative checks all fighters background. If it is found that you were not truthful about your record, your bout will be forfeited. If you won an IKF title in the bout, the title will be stripped from the fighter. The fighter will also be liable for ALL EXPENSES the promoter paid to book them for the event.
     • Background: What makes you eligible to fight as a kickboxer?
     • Contact Info: Your Address & Phone Number.
     • Are you Left or Right handed.
     • Are you a LICENSED fighter with any STATE ATHLETIC Commission.
     • Your HEIGHT.
     • Injury Background. Have you ever been knocked out? If so, when?
     • Title Background. Do you hold any boxing or kickboxing titles?
     • Health Physical. You must have received a physical in the calendar year in which you are fighting.
       
       
2. FIGHT STATUS
   • Are you an amateur fighter or a professional fighter?
     • Pro Vs Amateur: A fighter who has fought as a PRO (Been Paid) in ANY Combat sport (Kickboxing, boxing or mixed martial art) will not be allowed to fight as an amateur on an IKF Sanctioned event. To better understand the IKF's position and definition of a PRO fighter CLICK HERE and HERE!
       • AMATEUR: One who engages in an activity as a pastime rather than as a professional; one who lacks expertise. AMATEUR IN SPORTS: An athlete who has never participated in competition for money. An athlete who is not paid for his/her performance. An athlete at the beginning learning levels of his/her career.
       • PROFESSIONAL: Performed by persons receiving pay. An expert in a field of endeavor. PROFESSIONAL IN SPORTS: An athlete who is paid for his/her performance. Paid for their excellence of experience, knowledge and ability of their given sport. An athlete who plays for pay.
         
         
3. FIGHTERS AGE
   • Fighters over the age of 8 may participate in an IKF Sanctioned event.
     • Ages 8-17 are considered JUNIOR Division Fighters. However, fighters over the age of 16 may participate in Adult Division.
     • Ages 18 to 39 are considered ADULT Division fighters.
     • 40 and older: For Insurance and safety/health reasons, All Fighters 40 years or older must attain direct IKF Approval to fight on an IKF Sanctioned event. To do so, the fighter or trainer must send to the IKF a "RECENT" video of them "SPARRING" hard for 3 straight rounds with the round breaks left in. If the video shows "CUTS" or has been edited, it will not be accepted as a review video by the IKF. Upon review the IKF will notify the trainer or fighter if they have been approved to fight in a bout on an IKF Sanctioned event.
       
       
4. TRAINER(S) CORNERMEN
   • Ranking Registration: It is not mandatory for a fighter to "REGISTER" into the IKF Rankings with a trainers name listed. Those fighters who train themselves will be listed as "Self" trained.
   • When Fighting: It is MANDATORY that "ALL" fighters fighting on an IKF Sanctioned event must have a minimum of "ONE" Cornerman that has read and agrees to follow all IKF Cornerman rules. To review these rules please click HERE.
     
     
5. FIGHT BOOKING
   • Booking: As noted above, a fighter does not have to be registered in the IKF Rankings to compete on an IKF sanctioned event, however, it does help the fighter as far as "CREDIBILITY" when speaking with an IKF Promoter. To be booked for a fight on an IKF Sanctioned event, we suggest you contact IKF Promoters you see on the IKF Events Page.
   • Commitment: Any fighter who agrees to fight, registers to fight, confirms a fight, signs a fight contract etc. etc. (Whether amateur or pro) on any IKF Sanctioned Event shall not fight on any other event within 45 days prior to the scheduled date of the confirmed booking on the IKF Sanctioned event. The reason for this is the 45 day minimum medical suspension required of a fighter for a Knockout or Technical Knockout. To read more on this International Rule CLICK HERE!
   • Fighter Info: When being booked for an IKF event, you must provide the below info to the events matchmaker/promoter.
     
     
6. BOOKED FIGHT WEIGHT
   • Fighting WEIGHT: It is MANDATORY that you weigh-in within the EXACT WEIGHT RANGE the promoter and or matchmaker booked you at. You may LOSE weight at the official weigh-ins but you may not GAIN weight. Failure to make your booked or contracted weight may result in a forfeit loss to you. If a pro, you will be fined and your fight possibly cancelled.
   • Amateurs "AND" Pros: If your bout is cancelled due to you not making weight, you will be held liable for all expenses the promoter has paid to book your bout which will include any paid expenses to your opponent for his/her travel. If your bout was a pro bout, you will be fined your opponents fight purse as well. The fighters TRAINER/Manager will be liable for the amount of money due along with the fighter.
   • Pros: If you are overweight but your bout is not cancelled you will be fined by the IKF the following:
     • $50 (US) for a 4 round bout.
     • $75.00 for a 6 round bout.
     • $100 for an 8 round bout. PLUS 20% of their purse or a minimum $125 for bouts 10 rounds or more, whichever is greater.
     • The fine is enforced buy the IKF. Upon collection, 50% will go to the fighters opponent and 50% will go to the Promoter. The fighters TRAINER & or Manager will be fined the same.
       
       
7. IKF TITLE FIGHTS
   • Rankings: ANY and ALL Fighters requesting to fight for an IKF TITLE must be officially registered in the IKF Rankings "BEFORE" the fight and/or the fight contract (Pros) is confirmed. To do so, click HERE
   • Video: The IKF requires a FIGHT VIDEO of ANY "NON IKF RANKED" CHALLENGER a minimum 30 days prior to the bout date. The video must be of their most recent bout that occurred within the last 12 months.
   • Making Weight:
     • Both fighters must be within the weight spread of the title fight weight. They may lose weight but are not allowed to ADD weight after their first weigh-in.
     • Fighters who do not make weight have 3 hours after their first weigh-in to make their weight.
     • Pro TITLE FIGHTERS who do not make their title weight (Regardless of # of rounds) will be FINED 20% of their purse or a minimum of $125 (US), whichever is greater.
     • Cancelled Title Fight Due To Weight: If a fighter does not make weight for a scheduled title fight, the other fighter will be awarded the title by default.
     • If a Title contender does not make their title weight they will be held liable for all expenses the promoter has paid to book their bout which will include any paid expenses to their opponent for his/her travel. If their bout was a pro bout, they will be fined their opponents fight purse as well. The fighters TRAINER/Manager will be liable for the amount of money due along with the fighter.
     • ALL fines are enforced buy the IKF and will go to: 50% to the fighters opponent, 50% to the Promoter. TRAINER & or Manager will be fined the same.
       
       
8. PRO PURSES
   • The "STARTING" wage for pro fighters is $100.00 per round. Some promoters and fighters may agree on less, depending on the country and their financial conditions.
     
     
9. FIGHT EQUIPMENT
   • Fight Gloves: All IKF promoters will supply the fight gloves for all IKF Sanctioned bouts.
   • Fighters Supply: All Fighters are required to supply their own groin cup, mouth piece, hand wraps/tape & gauze.
   • Amateur Headgear: Headgear is MANDATORY for all amateur fighters fighting on an IKF Sanctioned event. Fighters must come to the fight with their own IKF Approved Headgear. Not doing so will result in the fighters disqualification. It must be IKF Approved with NO "Jaw Protector". Cheek pads, ( Although they may block your vision), are allowed but not recommended. To see IKF Approved Equipment, CLICK HERE.
     • June 20th, 2005: Optional Headgear Rule - CLICK HERE!
   • Shin Guards: Shin pads are MANDATORY for all "Full Contact Rules" fighters fighting on an IKF Sanctioned event. These must be supplied by the fighter.
   • Foot Pads: Foot pads are MANDATORY for all "Full Contact Rules" fighters fighting on an IKF Sanctioned event. These must be supplied by the fighter. They must FULLY cover the toes, back of heel & top of foot, secured to the foot by a wrap of White Athletic Tape ONLY!
   • Fighters Cornerman Supplies: The fighters cornerman must supply a towel, ring "SPIT" bucket, water bottle & any other cornerman necessities they feel they need. Ammonia or any type of smelling salts are illegal in a fight & will result in disqualification.
     
     
10. FIGHT DRESS CODES
    • Full Contact Rules: All must wear LONG PANTS! Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
    • International, MuayThai & San Shou: All must wear shorts. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
      
      
11. RECORD UPDATES
    • It is each fighters responsibility to update the IKF after each of their bouts, win, loss or draw. This way your record is assured to be accurate to potential matchmakers and promoters seeking to book you for their event.