States for Kickboxing or MMA

In What USA States Are
Kickboxing and or MMA Legal?

LAST UPDATED
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NOTE: Information posted on this page is only information we have been given by the listed State or Tribal Commissions. If you are a member of a State or Tribal Commission and your information needs to be updated on this page, please e-mail us at CommissionRules@ikfkickboxing.com Tribal Commissions are listed below the USA States at the bottom of this page. Canada is at the bottom of this page. For medical Requirements of each USA State CLICK HERE. For a National list of Certified Ringside Physicians CLICK HERE. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the Tribal Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). As Of 2008, In the following states, MMA is legal but is not regulated by a local commission Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Montana and Wyoming.
STATE	Is Amateur Kickboxing Legal	Is Pro Kickboxing Legal	Is Amateur MMA Legal	Is Pro MMA Legal
Alabama	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	3-17-05: According to the Association of Boxing Commissions, (ABC) - "Commission Contact Page on their website There Is No Commission In Alabama 3-17-05: Confirmed by a representative from the State of Alabama. 1-6-10 Pro Kickboxing & MMA: It is unknown what fight sports the newly formed Alabama Athletic Commission oversees. However, in the past the ISCF has sanctioned events in Alabama. Amateur Kickboxing & MMA: It is unknown what fight sports the newly formed Alabama Athletic Commission oversees. However, in the past the ISCF has sanctioned events in Alabama. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).
Alaska	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	3-17-05: According to the Association of Boxing Commissions, (ABC) - "Commission Contact Page on their website There Is No Commission In Alaska 3-17-05: Confirmed by a representative from the State of Alaska. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).
Arizona	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Pro & Amateur Kickboxing: Regulated By The Arizona State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, Kickboxing Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for IKF Title Fights. 6-12-06 Pro MMA: Regulated By The Arizona State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Regulated By The Arizona State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights.
Arkansas	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Amateur Kickboxing & Amnateur MMA 3-28-05: Legal but not regulate by the State Commission. A Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Body for the State of Arkansas is the IKF (Kickboxing) 1-6-10 Pro MMA: Regulated By The Arkansas State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Regulated By The Arkansas State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights.
California	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Pro & Amateur Kickboxing 3-17-05: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro and Amateur Kickboxing can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. For info go to IKFKickboxing.com Pro MMA 12-28-05: Regulated By The State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. For info go to ISCFMMA.com Amateur MMA August, 2009: Amateur MMA is now under the regulations of the California Amateur Mixed Martial Arts Organization (CAMO), and sadly, "NO ONE" is happy about it. "ESPECIALLY" the Fees this "Non Profit" organization is charging. $500 for the Promoters yearly license fee. $2,500 for event sanctioning alone, PLUS over $115 per fighter, Officials fees and get this, 5% of the Promoters Gross Gate Ticket Sales (NO SANCTIONING BODY IN THE WORLD CHARGES A PROMOTER THIS FEE!!!). When all is said and done, CAMO could dip into an AMATEUR Promoters pocket as much as $8,000.00. Corruption? You don't know the half of the WHOLE Story. You should hear what they have been given full rights to do to the sport of Pankration! Sadly, we discovered a lot about CAMO "AFTER" they were appointed by "A FEW" members of the California State Commission's "BOARD..." For more info on CAMO, click HERE. State Boxing Web Site
Colorado	-YES-	-YES-	-NO-	-YES-
	Pro Kickboxing 11-6-07: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Pro MMA: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Amateur Events must be approved and regulated by a nationally recognized sanctioning organization recognized by the Executive Director of DORA. Pursuant to §12-10-107.5(13), C.R.S., DORA has recognized the following national sanctioning bodies to approve events in Colorado: Amateur Kickboxing: Must be sanctioned by the IKF, ISKA or WKA. Headgear is mandatory by the State. Amateur MMA: NOT LEGAL Like in Pro Boxing, Pro and Amateur Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
Connecticut	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN
District of Columbia -Washington DC-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Pro MMA 1-5-08: Pro Mixed Marital Arts was made legal in Washington DC in January 2008. For First Show Click HERE And HERE. PRO Promoters They would have to complete a promoters package here in the city, get the package and date approved by the Commission. Once everything is approved they would have to pay all fees tired to the promotion. Alfredo Grant, Deputy Commissioner, DC. Boxing and Wrestling Commission AMATEUR Mixed Marital Arts 9-08: The ISCF is the ONLY MMA Sanctioning body allowed to Sanction Amateur MMA Events in Washington DC. - The State STILL oversees Pro MMA as noted above. 4-6-05: Kickboxing is legal in the District of Columbia. AMATEUR KICKBOXING They would have to contact the Amateur Association. PRO KICKBOXING They would have to complete a promoters package here in the city, get the package and date approved by the Commission. Once everything is approved they would have to pay all fees tired to the promotion. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro and Amateur Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). Alfredo Grant, Deputy Commissioner, DC. Boxing and Wrestling Commission
Delaware	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	1-6-10 Pro Kickboxing & MMA: Regulated By The Delaware State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for Title Fights. Two Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). Amateur Kickboxing & MMA: Regulated By The Delaware State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for Title Fights. Two Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).
Florida	-YES-	-YES-	-NO-	-YES-
	Amateur Kickboxing UPDATE: 11-7-07: The State of Florida does not regulate amateur kickboxing. According to Chapter 548 of Florida Statutes 548.008 Prohibited Competitions. (1) No match involving amateurs which utilizes, but is not necessarily limited to, strikes or blows to the head may be held in this state unless it is sanctioned and supervised by an Amateur Sanctioning Organization Approved by the Commission as required by this chapter 30: Amateur Sanctioning Organizations Approved by the Commission are the IKF, ISKA & USKBA ONLY. Pro Kickboxing The Florida State Boxing Commission regulates all Pro Kickboxing. If desired, Promoters may sanction their event along with the State (As in Boxing). Sanctioning Bodies for the State of Florida is the IKF (Kickboxing) Florida State Athletic CommissionWeb Page 1-6-10 Pro MMA: Regulated By The Florida State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Florida hopes to have Amateur MMA approved and run by approved sanctioning bodies by the first qtr. of 2010. ISKA's John Morrison has been informing people that the ISKA is the only approved Amateur MMA Sanctioning body for Florida. This is not true at all! To read more, click HERE.
Georgia	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Pro Kickboxing & MMA 7-31-07: The Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission oversees and regulates ALL Pro MMA and Boxing, however, they do not oversee or regulate Professional or Amateur Kickboxing. HOWEVER: Any Professional or Amateur Kickboxing event needs to be sanctioned by an approved and Licensed Kickboxing Sanctioning Body. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission Web Site 1-6-10 Pro MMA: Regulated By The Georgia State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Can be sanctioned by a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Body, without the State Commission involvement. ISCF is an approved Amateur MMA Sanctioning body in the state of Georgia.
Hawaii	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	1-6-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the Hawaii State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: The Hawaii State Boxing Commission does not regulate Amateur MMA. If a Promoter desires to they can sanction their Amateur MMA event with the ISCF. Pro & Amateur Kickboxing 3-18-05: Hawaii State Boxing Commission does not regulate Amateur or Pro Kickboxing. Alan Taniguchi, Executive Officer, Hawaii State Boxing Commission. Sanctioning Body for the State of Hawaii is the IKF (Kickboxing)
Idaho	-YES- See Below	-YES- Regulated By The Boxing Commission	-YES- See Below	-YES- Regulated By The Boxing Commission
	4-23-07: The State of Idaho welcomes IKF (Kickboxing) & ISCF (MMA) to Idaho as a Kickboxing, Mixed Martial Arts Sanctioning Body. All organization in the State of Idaho must be regulated by the statutes and rules. AMATEUR MMA Must be sanctioned by a State Athletic Commission Approved Sanctioning Body. 12-10-09: The International Sport Combat Federation (ISCF) has been approved in the State of Idaho to sanction Amateur MMA. State Boxing Web Site
Illinois	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	1-6-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the Illinois State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: The Illinois State Boxing Commission does not regulate Amateur MMA. If a Promoter desires to they can sanction their Amateur MMA event with the ISCF. PRO Kickboxing 2-1-09: Regulated by the State boxing Commission Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fights. Sanctioning Bodies is the IKF (Kickboxing) AMATEUR KICKBOXING: August, 2009: There are no mandatory Amateur sanctioning requirements for the State of Illinois for Amateur MMA or Kickboxing events. Events DO NOT need to be sanctioned. For more click HERE. However, interested Promoters may still sanction their Kickboxing Events with the IKF (Kickboxing) State Boxing Web Site
Indiana	-YES- Not Regulated By The State Commission	-YES- Not Regulated By The State Commission	-YES- Not Regulated By The State Commission	-YES- Not Regulated By The State Commission
	Pro & Amateur Kickboxing 10-31-05: The State Boxing Commission of Indiana does not regulate Kickbixing. Sanctioning Body for the State of Indiana is the IKF (Kickboxing) State Boxing Web Site 1-6-10 Pro MMA: The Indiana State Boxing Commission was dissolved in July 2009 and the Indiana State Athletic Commission was formed. They oversee Professional Boxing, Professional Unarmed Combat (MMA), and Professional Wresting. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: The Indiana State Boxing Commission does not regulate Amateur MMA. If a Promoter desires to they can sanction their Amateur MMA event with the ISCF. State Boxing Website
Iowa	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	1-6-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the Iowa State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: The Iowa State Boxing Commission does not regulate Amateur MMA However promoters must have a Nationally Recognized sanctioning body sanctioning the event not owned or operated by the promoter. ISCF is a Nationally Recognized MMA Sanctioning body. Pro Kickboxing 3-18-05: Pro events need to be licensed by the Athletic Commission. Amateur Kickboxing The Iowa Athletic Commission has no jurisdiction over amateur events. Must have a nationally recognized sanctioning body sanctioning the event not owned or operated by the promoter. Sanctioning Body for the State of Iowa is the IKF (Kickboxing) State Boxing Web Site
Kansas	-YES- NOT Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission
	Pro Kickboxing & Pro MMA 12-22-08: Pro MMA & Kickboxing are Legal in Kansas. The State of Kansas oversees Professional MMA and Kickboxing but NOT Amateur Kickboxing. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Legit Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). AMATEUR MMA: The Kansas State Boxing Commission does not regulate Amateur MMA However promoters must have a Nationally Recognized sanctioning body sanctioning the event not owned or operated by the promoter. ISCF is a Nationally Recognized MMA Sanctioning body. 12-22-08: AMATEUR Kickboxing Amateur MMA IS Legal in Kansas. The State of Kansas does NOT oversee Amateur Kickboxing, but any and all AMATEUR Kickboxing events must be sanctioned by an approved Amateur Sanctioning Body. One Kansas Accepted and Approved Amateur Sanctioning Body for Kansas is the International Kickboxing Federation, IKF State Boxing Web Site
Kentucky	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES-	-YES-	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission
	Pro Kickboxing 3-21-05: Kentucky regulates professional kickboxing. Sanctioning Body for the State of Kentucky is the IKF (Kickboxing) AMATEUR KICKBOXING 6-24-08: Amateur Kickboxing is not regulated by the Commission in Kentucky. Sanctioning Body for the State of Kentucky is the IKF (Kickboxing) State Boxing Web Site 1-6-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the Kentucky State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Overseen by the Kentucky State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights.
Louisiana	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	December 2008 Pro MMA and Pro Kickboxing are both legal in Louisiana and overseen by the State Athletic/Boxing Commission. Amateur MMA is legal in Louisiana and is overseen by the State Athletic/Boxing Commission. Amateur Kickboxing is legal in Louisiana and must be sanctioned by a Louisiana State Approved Sanctioning Body. The ONLY Sanctioning bodies approved in the State of Louisiana for Amateur Kickboxing are the IKF and the ISKA State Boxing Web Site - www.louisianaboxing.org
Maine	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES- Not Regulated by The Boxing Commission	ALMOST	ALMOST
	KICKBOXING 11-7-07: The State of Maine oversees PROFESSIONAL Kickboxing Only, not Amateur. For Pro Kickboxing fees CLICK HERE. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fight wuth a Sanctioning Bodies such as the IKF (Kickboxing) MMA 9-2009: MMA was made legal in Main In September of 2009 (When Governor Baldacci of Maine signs the bill that opens the state to mixed martial arts.) However, the State has not established it's rules and regulations as of yet. State Boxing Web Site
Maryland	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission	UNKNOWN	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission
	11-1-05: The Maryland State Athletic Commission sanctions and regulates Professional Boxing, Kickboxing & MMA AND Amateur Kickboxing. Amateur MMA: UNKNOWN Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fights with Sanctioning Bodies such as the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA) State Boxing Web Site
Massachusetts	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES- Regulated by The Boxing Commission	UNKNOWN	-YES- Not Regulated by The Boxing Commission
	11-7-07 The State Boxing Commission regulates Professional and Amateur Boxing as well as Kickboxing in Massachusetts Like in Pro Boxing, Kickboxing Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for IKF (Kickboxing) Title Fights. State Boxing Web Site 1-6-10 The Commission does not presently have the authority to regulate Mixed Martial Arts events. If a Promoter desires to they can sanction their Pro or Amateur MMA event with the ISCF.
Michigan	-YES- Not Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES- Not Regulated by The Boxing Commission	-YES- Not Regulated by The Boxing Commission	NO
	5-8-07: Kickboxing, both Amateur and Pro, is not regulated or licensed in the state of Michigan. The only sport that is licensed and regulated in Michigan is professional boxing. Kickboxing and other forms of martial arts are not unlike all other sports (baseball, football, basketball, etc.); there is no state involvement whatsoever. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). 1-6-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the Michigan State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Promoters must be approved by the Michigan State Boxing Commission. This is not to say that the state has sanctioned MMA or set rules under which it may compete. There are otherwise, current legislative efforts to bring Amateur MMA under regulations. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. State Boxing Web Site
Minnesota	-YES-	-YES-	UNKNOWN	-YES-
	1-6-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the Minnesota State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: UNKNOWN Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Pro & Amateur Kickboxing: Not Regulated by any State Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fights with the IKF (Kickboxing) State Boxing Web Site
Mississippi	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	3-23-05: We sanction all Amateur and Pro MMA & Kickboxing. Mississippi law makes it a crime to do so without commission sanction. Jon Lewis, Mississippi Athletic Commission. Two of the approved Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies for the State of Mississippi are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).
Missouri	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Pro Kickboxing 3-17-05: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Amateur Kickboxing 11-7-07: Not regulated by the boxing commission but must have an APPROVED, nationally recognized sanctioning body sanctioning the event not owned or operated by the promoter. Pro MMA 11-7-07: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Amateur MMA 11-7-07: Not regulated by the boxing commission but must have an APPROVED, nationally recognized sanctioning body sanctioning the event not owned or operated by the promoter. Tim Lueckenhoff, State of Missouri. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). Two of the approved Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies for the State of Mississippi are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
Montana	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	3-17-05: No regulations for either sport, Pro or Amateur. State of Montana Two approved & Recognized Sanctioning Bodies for the State of Montana are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
Nebraska	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	AMATEUR & PRO MMA February 23, 2008: By State Statute, the Nebraska Athletic Commission now regulates both amateur and professional MMA as a result of the passage of LB471 during the 2007 Legislative session. For a complete review of the rules and regulations, the NAC website is www.athcomm.state.ne.us Wally Jernigan, Director Nebraska State Athletic Commission, (402) 471-2009 or (402) 669-0312. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. The commission does not regulate Pro or Amateur Kickboxing. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for IKF (Kickboxing) Title Fights. State Boxing Web Site
Nevada	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Pro Kickboxing 3-17-05: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fights by a Recognized Sanctioning Body such as the IKF (Kickboxing) Amateur Kickboxing Not Regulated by the State Commission but legal. Amateur MMA 10-26-05: Although not Regulated by the State Commission, any promoter seeking to do an Amateur MMA event must send in a written proposial to the State Commission for approval. The State will still tax the event 4% of the gate and all safety regulations in accordance with the unified rules must be followed. This included MD in attendance and Ambulance present for event. The event MUST be sanctioned by a State approved Amateur MMA Sanctioning Body: ISCF (MMA). Pro MMA Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fights by a Recognized Sanctioning Body such as the ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
New Hampshire	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN	-YES-	-YES-
	1-7-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the New Hampshire State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Overseen by the New Hampshire State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur & Pro Kickboxing: Unknown. If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update
New Jersey	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	4-21-09: All PRO Kickboxing & MMA is regulated by the Boxing Commission. Nick Lembo, State of New Jersey Amateur MMA 4-21-09: The ISCF is an approved amateur sanctioning body for the State of New Jersey. All rules and regulations required by the New Jersey Athletic Control Board must be followed. Amateur Kickboxing & Muay Thai 4-21-09: The IKF is an approved amateur sanctioning body for the State of New Jersey. All rules and regulations required by the New Jersey Athletic Control Board must be followed. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fights by Recognized Sanctioning Bodies such as the IKF (Kickboxing & Muay Thai) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
New Mexico	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	3-18-05: All Professional Kickboxing & MMA is regulated by the Boxing Commission. All Amateur MMA is regulated by the Boxing Commission. All Amateur Kickboxing is legal and not regulated by the Boxing Commission. State of New Mexico Two of the approved Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies for the State of New Mexico are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
New York	-YES-	-YES-	NO	NO
	New York: Pro Kickboxing 3-17-05: Regulated By The Boxing Commission and can only be sanctioned by the WKA. Amateur Kickboxing 11-7-07 Not regulated by the boxing commission but must have a nationally recognized sanctioning body approved by the State of New York, sanction the event. Currently WKA, USKBA & USMTA have been approved by the State of New York. Pro or Amateur MMA Not legal in New York. State of New York State Boxing Web Site
North Carolina	-YES- Must be Sanctioned by a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Body Approved By the State	-YES- Must be Sanctioned by a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Body Approved By the State	-YES-	-YES-
	MMA March 1st, 2008: MMA is now LEGAL in North Carolina. ISCF (MMA). Pro MMA & Kickboxing 9-12-05: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Titles and additional sanctioning can only be done by State Approved Sanctioning Bodies. Those approved by the State Boxing Commission of North Carolina are IKF (Kickboxing) & Kick. AMATEUR KICKBOXING Must be sanctioned by a State Approved Sanctioning Body, approved by the State Boxing Commission of North Carolina. Our state does require a sanctioning body whose rules have been approved by our office to supervise amateur boxing and amateur kickboxing. Those approved by the State Boxing Commission of North Carolina are IKF (Kickboxing) & Kick. Roger Hutchings, Boxing Commission, State of North Carolina. State Boxing Web Site
North Dakota	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	3-23-05: In North Dakota, Professional Kckboxing is regulated by the Boxing Commission. Amateur Kickboxing is not regulated. A Recognized Kickboxing Sanctioning Body for the State of North Dakota is the IKF (Kickboxing). State Boxing Web Site 1-6-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the North Dakota State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Amateur Mixed Martial Arts IS not legal in North Dakota.
Ohio	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Pro & Amateur Kickboxing & MMA 12-29-06: The Ohio commission regulates all Kickboxing events - Amateur and Professional. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for IKF (Kickboxing) Title Fights. State Boxing Web Site 1-6-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the Ohio State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Overseen by the Ohio State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights.
Oklahoma	-YES- Must be Sanctioned by a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Body	-YES- Regulated By The Boxing Commission	-YES- Must be Sanctioned by a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Body	-YES- Regulated By The Boxing Commission
	AMATEUR KICKBOXING 9-12-05: Amateur Kickboxing is legal in Oklahoma as long as it is regulated by a Nationally recognized sanctioning body approved by the Oklahoma Professional Boxing Commission. The IKF has been approved by the Oklahoma Commission as an Approved amateur kickboxing Sanctioning Body. PRO KICKBOXING 9-12-05: Pro Kickboxing is legal in Oklahoma and is regulated by the Oklahoma Professional Boxing Commission. AMATEUR MMA 9-12-05: Although Amateur MMA is legal in Oklahoma as long as it is regulated by a Nationally recognized sanctioning body approved by the Oklahoma Professional Boxing Commission. 5-21-07: The ISCF has been approved by the State of Oklahoma as an Amateur MMA Sanctioning Body However please be aware of the following Amateur MMA Rule changes & additions for Oklahoma by clicking HERE PRO MMA Pro MMA is legal in Oklahoma and is regulated by the Oklahoma Professional Boxing Commission. Joe Miller Administrator Oklahoma Professional Boxing Commission 405-271-9444, Ext. 57992. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
Oregon	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	Pro & Amateur Kickboxing: Not Overseen by the Commission but there are certain requirements of the State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, Kickboxing can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fights by a Recognized Sanctioning Body such as the IKF (Kickboxing) 1-8-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by the Oregon State Boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, MMA Promoters can still sanction along with the State Commission for ISCF Title Fights. Amateur MMA: Overseen by the Oregon State Boxing Commission. State Boxing Web Site
Pennsylvania	-YES- Regulated By The Boxing Commission	-YES- Regulated By The Boxing Commission	-YES- Regulated By The Boxing Commission	-YES- Regulated By The Boxing Commission
	March 2009: The State of Pennsylvania has approved MMA as of Feb 27, 2009. The State Commission oversees both Pro and Amateur events as they do with Kickboxing. Like in Pro Boxing, these Kickboxing and MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for title Fights by Recognized Sanctioning Bodies such as the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
Rhode Island	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN
	If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update State Boxing Web Site
South Carolina	-YES-	-YES-	NO	NO
	Pro Kickboxing 3-17-05: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Overseen by the State Boxing Commission, The IKF (Kickboxing) can sanction Professional Kickboxing titles in the State. Amateur Kickboxing 3-17-05: Not regulated by the boxing commission. The IKF (Kickboxing) is an approved Amateur Kickboxing Sanctioning Body for South Carolina. 1-27-10 Pro MMA: Overseen by A State Approved Sanctioning Body. The ISCF is an approved Professional MMA Sanctioning Body For South Carolina. Some additional requirements are regulated by the South Carolina State Boxing Commission. Amateur MMA: Overseen by A State Approved Sanctioning Body. The ISCF is an approved Amateur MMA Sanctioning Body For South Carolina. Some additional requirements are regulated by the South Carolina State Boxing Commission. South Carolina State Athletic Commission Website
South Dakota	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	South Dakota - 3-17-05: According to the Association of Boxing Commissions, (ABC) - "Commission Contact Page on their website There Is No Commission In South Dakota. Two of the approved Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies for the State of South Dakota are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).
Tennessee	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	PRO MMA & PRO Kickboxing September, 2008: The Tennessee State Boxing Commission oversees all PRO MMA & Kickboxing in Tennessee. AMATEUR MMA & Kickboxing 2-16-09: Must be sanctioned by an Amateur Sanctioning Body approved by the Tennessee Athletic Commission. The IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA) were both approved on Februaary 12th, 2009. Approval: CLICK HERE! 11-09: ISKA's John Morrison has been informing people that the ISKA is the only approved Amateur MMA Sanctioning body for Tennessee. This is not true at all! To read more, click HERE. AMATEUR MMA: 9-16-09 All amateur fighters must have negative results from tests for HIV, Hep B, and Hep C for all fights on or after October 1, 2009. FOR TENNESSEE AMATEUR RULES CLICK HERE. State Boxing Web Site.
Texas	-NO-	-YES-	-NO-	-YES-
	11-9-05: It was reported to us today by the Texas State Commission that as of September 1st, Texas banned all amateur competition until their new rules and regulations become in place on January 1st, 2006. ( Which did not happen ) These new rules and regulations will surly not help amateur kickboxing or mma in Texas. Some of the new rules will make it very hard for an "Amateur" promoter to hold events there. From what we determined, it was promoters claiming to hold amateur MMA shows that brought about this change. These so called amateur mma events found promoters paying the amateurs like pros. Too bad that kickboxing had to be lumped in with the bad dealings of some Texas MMA promoters. Some of the new rules and regulations will include the requirement of a $15,000 security bond, 3% of gross gate to commission for tax, the promoter company needs to be a licensed non profit organization and several other new requirements. Needless to say, while many are taking a step forward to promote amateur sports, it appears to us, Texas is taking yet another step backwards. Pro Kickboxing 3-17-05: Regulated By The Boxing Commission. Pro & Amateur MMA Regulated By The Boxing Commission. State of Texas Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
Utah	-YES-	-YES-	-NO-	-YES-
	3-20-07: According to the new Director of the Pete Swazo Utah Athletic Commission (PSUAC - (801) 530-6491), Mr. Mike (Willard) Zollinger, it is OK for a PRO MMA Fighter to fight an AMATEUR Kickboxer in Utah and the bout be called an Amateur bout. Often the PSUAC calls these bouts "Exhibitions" However, the fighters fight FULL CONTACT, there are decisions made and knockouts are even allowed. However again, Mr. Zollinger informed us today that they do not count these as "Real Bouts" and they are not recorded anywhere... In addition, since the PSUAC Sanctions ALL Events (Amateur & Pro), no other sanctioning bodies are needed unless the Promoter wants to hold Title Fights. Even then, the PSUAC allow Promoters to create their own Sanctioning Bodies just for this purpose and do not require the sanctioning body to be Nationally Recognized or be independent from the promoter. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site
Vermont	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN	UNKNOWN
	If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update State Boxing Web Site
Virginia	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	PRO MMA 2008: Pro MMA is legal in Virginia and regulated by the State boxing commission. PRO KICKBOXING Pro MMA is legal in Virginia and regulated by the State boxing commission. AMATEUR MMA & KICKBOXING 10-3-06: Amateur Kickboxing and Amateur MMA is legal in Virginia as long as the promoter sanctions their events with a Virginia Approved Sanctioning body. Two of the approved Sanctioning Bodies for the State of Virginia are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). David L. Holland, Executive Director, Boxing and Wrestling Program - david.holland@dpor.virginia.gov
Washington DC District of Columbia	-YES- SEE BELOW	-YES- SEE BELOW	-YES- SEE BELOW	-YES- SEE BELOW
	Pro MMA 1-5-08: Legal and regulated by the boxing Commission. AMATEUR MMA 9-08: The ISCF is the ONLY MMA Sanctioning body allowed to Sanction Amateur MMA Events in Washington DC. - The State STILL oversees Pro MMA as noted above. AMATEUR KICKBOXING 4-6-05: Kickboxing is legal in the District of Columbia. They would have to contact the Amateur Association. PRO KICKBOXING 4-6-05: Legal and regulated by the boxing Commission. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).
Washington State	-YES- SEE BELOW	-YES- Regulated By The State Department of Licensing	-YES- SEE BELOW	-YES- Regulated By The State Department of Licensing
	9-26-2008: The Washington State Department of Licensing regulates professional Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts and Wrestling. The only licensing required for the amateur promoter is a master business license and proof of their non-profit status. Please refer to our website: http://www.dol.wa.gov/business/professionals.html with questions regarding regulation, forms, fees, etc. Contact: Professional Athletics, Business and Professions Division – (360) 664-6644. Bryan D McAllister, Professional Licensing Manager, Department of Licensing, Professional Athletics Department. Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). Washington State Boxing Commission Web Site
West Virginia	NO	-YES-	NO	NO
	MMA UPDATE: 10-3-06: "We think that MMA is Brutal and Dangerous and we will "NEVER" allow ANY such events in our State as long as I am in charge!" Steven A. Allred, Chairman West Virginia Athletic Commission We heard this has recently changed but have yet to be able to verify it. Professional Kickboxing Legal in West Virginia. Amateur Kickboxing Not allowed. I have never been approached about an amateur kick-boxing event, but our regs / rules state that all amateur contests must follow the rules of the USA Amateur Boxing Federation; however, I will try to review this matter in the coming days to provide you with an answer. Steven A. Allred, Chairman West Virginia Athletic Commission Two Recognized Sanctioning Bodies for the State of West Virginia are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA). State Boxing Web Site Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).
Wisconsin	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	For Law regarding Kickboxing: CLICK HERE 3-17-05 The state of Wisconsin does not regulate Kickboxing on either the amatuer or professional level. HOWEVER, ALL Kickboxing events held in Wisconsin must be sanctioned by a recognized national kickboxing sanctioning organization such as the IKF (Kickboxing) - Not the Promoter. Kim Prine, Department of Regulation & Licensing State Boxing Web Site 1-6-10 Pro MMA: The State of Wisconsin does not regulate mixed martial arts on any scale, amateur or professional. the State does request that all MMA events, Amateur and Pro, held in Wisconsin, be sanctioned by a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Organization, Not the Promoter. Pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 440.21(4)(a), any person who violates the above-order may be required to forfeit not more than $10,000.00 for each offense. Each day of continued violation constitutes a separate offense. The Attorney General or the District Attorney may commence an action in the name of the state to recover the forfeiture. A Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Organization is the ISCF. Amateur MMA: The State of Wisconsin does not regulate mixed martial arts on any scale, amateur or professional. the State does request that all MMA events, Amateur and Pro, held in Wisconsin, be sanctioned by a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Organization, Not the Promoter. Pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 440.21(4)(a), any person who violates the above-order may be required to forfeit not more than $10,000.00 for each offense. Each day of continued violation constitutes a separate offense. The Attorney General or the District Attorney may commence an action in the name of the state to recover the forfeiture. A Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Organization is the ISCF.
Wyoming	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-	-YES-
	3-17-05 According to the Association of Boxing Commissions, (ABC) - "Commission Contact Page on their website There Is No Commission In Wyoming. 3-17-05 Pro & Amateur Kickboxing: There Is No Commission In Wyoming. If a promoter chooses to they can sanction their events with a Recognized Sanctioning Organization such as the IKF (Kickboxing) 3-17-05 Pro MMA & Kickboxing : There Is No Commission In Wyoming. If a promoter chooses to they can sanction their events with a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Organization such as the ISCF. Amateur MMA: There Is No Commission In Wyoming. If a promoter chooses to they can sanction their events with a Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Organization such as the ISCF.

Tribal Commissions Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the Tribal Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF(Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).
STATE	Is Amateur Kickboxing Legal	Is Pro Kickboxing Legal	Is Amateur MMA Legal	Is Pro MMA Legal
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Athletic Commission Mashantucket, CT, USA	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update
Miccosukee Athletic Commission Miami, Florida USA	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update
Mississippi Band Of Choctaw Indians - Choctaw Boxing Commission Choctaw Mississippi, USA	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update
Mohegan Tribe Department Of Athletic Regulation Uncasville, CT USA	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	-YES-	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	-YES-
Oneida Indian Nation Athletic Commission Verona, New York USA	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update
Pueblo Of Santa Ana Athletic Commission Santa Ana New Mexico, USA	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update
Siletz Tribal Athletic Commission Siletz Oregon, USA	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update
Southern Ute Indian Boxing Commission Ignacio Colorado, USA	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update	Unknown As of 3-18-05 If You Have Information Please e-mail To Commission Rule Update
Yakama Nation Athletic Commission Wilsonville Oregon, USA	10-31-05: Neither Kickboxing or MMA are currently permitted within the jurisdiction of the above referenced Commission. Bruce Anderson, Director Yakama Nation Athletic Comm.

CANADA

Like in Pro Boxing, Pro Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the Tribal Commission for legit title Fights.
Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF(Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).

STATE

Is Amateur
Kickboxing Legal

Is Pro
Kickboxing Legal

Is Amateur
MMA Legal

Is Pro
MMA Legal

Alberta

Varies In Each City

5-30-06: Edmonton Boxing & Wrestling Commission
- The Edmonton Boxing & Wrestling Commission was one of the first commissions in Canada to recognize the sport of MMA and before sanctioning it's first show 4 years ago, educated it's referees and judges by holding clinics with established MMA officials. We are at the forefront of MMA in Canada and are helping other commissions in setting up rules and matchmaking guidelines as the sport progresses in Canada. All MMA shows are considered professional as there is no amateur governing body in MMA (Olympic recognized such as Judo, Tae Kwondo, Boxing, Wrestling) All MMA fighters have to conform to the same medical guidelines as do boxers. Our commission requires Hep B & C, HIV bloodwork, ECG, Catscan or MRI, Full Medical including eye exam.
- Edmonton is a municipal commission. There is no Provincial Commission in the province of Alberta, therefore most major centres have their own commissions following for the most part the rules of the Canadian Boxing Federation for medicals etc and a version of the Nevada State Rules for MMA. All combative sports using hands or feet in Canada must be overseen by a duly struck commission otherwise it contravenes Section 83 of the Criminal Code of Canada and all participants, attendees etc are subject to arrest and prosecution. I hope this answers some of your questions. Please feel free to contact me with any other inquiries.
- Orest Zmyndak Executive Direcor Edmonton Boxing & Wrestling Commission
Like in Pro Boxing, Pro and Amateur Kickboxing and Pro MMA can still be sanctioned along with the State Commission for legit title Fights. Two Nationally Recognized Sanctioning Bodies are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).

British Columbia

-YES-

Unknown As of 9-15-06
If You Have Information
Please e-mail To
Commission Rule Update

-YES-
Not regulated by any Commission

-YES-
Regulated by The Commission

5-30-06
- MMA is permitted in our jurisdiction providing the fighters are licensed and medicalled.
- There are sanction fees and financial requirements for the Pros.
- Amateurs do not fall under our aegis and are not prohibited from fighting as long as there is some parent organization.
  - Yours Truly, George Angelomatis, British Columbia Boxing Commission
  - Two of the Parent Organizations (Sanctioning Bodies) for British Columbia are the IKF (Kickboxing) and ISCF (MMA).

Manitoba

Unknown As of 9-15-06
If You Have Information
Please e-mail To
Commission Rule Update

New Brunswick

Unknown As of 9-15-06
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Please e-mail To
Commission Rule Update

Newfoundland

YES

Unknown As of 9-15-06
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Please e-mail To
Commission Rule Update

10-22-08 - AMATEUR KICKBOXING
- Amateur kickboxing/thai boxing is legal under the authority of the Council of Sport Amateur Kickboxing (CASK) which is the National Sporting Organization (NSO) for the sport. If people wish to contact the NSO for information on sanctioning legal amateur events they can e-mail: nhq@kickboxingcanada.org as well as go to: www.kickboxingcanada.org

Nova Scotia

YES

Unknown As of 9-15-06
If You Have Information
Please e-mail To
Commission Rule Update

10-22-08 - AMATEUR KICKBOXING
- Amateur kickboxing/thai boxing is legal under the authority of the Council of Sport Amateur Kickboxing (CASK) which is the National Sporting Organization (NSO) for the sport. If people wish to contact the NSO for information on sanctioning legal amateur events they can e-mail: nhq@kickboxingcanada.org as well as go to: www.kickboxingcanada.org

Ontario

YES

8-1-08: - PRO KICKBOXING
- Professional Kickboxing is not legal in Ontario.
10-22-08 - AMATEUR KICKBOXING
- Amateur Kickboxing is legal.
  - One of the approved Sanctioning Bodies for Amateur Kickboxing - Muay Thai is the IKF (Kickboxing)
  - Amateur kickboxing/thai boxing is also legal under the authority of the Council of Sport Amateur Kickboxing (CASK)
6-1-06: MMA events both amateur and professional are not legal in Ontario.
Ken Hiyashi: Ontario Commission

Prince Edward
Island

YES

Unknown As of 9-15-06
If You Have Information
Please e-mail To
Commission Rule Update

10-22-08 - AMATEUR KICKBOXING
- Amateur kickboxing/thai boxing is legal under the authority of the Council of Sport Amateur Kickboxing (CASK) which is the National Sporting Organization (NSO) for the sport. If people wish to contact the NSO for information on sanctioning legal amateur events they can e-mail: nhq@kickboxingcanada.org as well as go to: www.kickboxingcanada.org

Quebec

Unknown As of 9-15-06
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Please e-mail To
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-YES-

Saskatchewan

Unknown As of 9-15-06
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Commission Rule Update

March 16th, 2005: The IKF (International Kickboxing Federation - www.IKFKickboxing.com) & ISCF (International Sport Combat Federation - www.ISCFMMA.com) sent out the following questions to all the Commissions below so that we could have an updated list of what States allow Kickboxing and or Mixed Martial Arts and what regulations are required for these States for event Promoters. The Questions were:
1. What State are you from?
2. Is Pro Kickboxing legal in your state?
3. If yes, do you as the States AC oversee/regulate it?
4. If you do not oversee Pro Kickboxing, do you require a sanctioning body such as the IKF to oversee it?
5. Are you looking to approve a Pro Kickboxing Sanctioning Body in your state?
6. Is Amateur Kickboxing legal in your state?
7. If yes, do you as the States AC oversee/regulate it?
8. If you do not oversee Amateur Kickboxing, do you require a sanctioning body such as the IKF to oversee it?
9. Are you looking to approve a Amateur Kickboxing Sanctioning Body in your state?
10. Would you like additional information on the IKF?
11. Is Pro Mixed Martial Arts legal in your state?
12. If yes, do you as the States AC oversee/regulate it?
13. If you do not oversee Pro Mixed Martial Arts, do you require a sanctioning body such as the ISCF to oversee it?
14. Are you looking to approve a Pro Mixed Martial Arts Sanctioning Body in your state?
15. Is Amateur Mixed Martial Arts legal in your state?
16. If yes, do you as the States AC oversee/regulate it?
17. If you do not oversee Amateur Mixed Martial Arts, do you require a sanctioning body such as the ISCF to oversee it?
18. Are you looking to approve a Amateur Mixed Martial Arts Sanctioning Body in your state?
19. Would you like additional information on the Mixed Martial Arts sanctioning body, ISCF?
If there is no information listed from a state below, it means that stats did not feel it important to reply to assure the accuracy of this list.

This is a Working List and is updated as we receive information. If you have any information about any of the above states please e-mail such info to us at CommissionRules@ikfkickboxing.com
Information attained on this page has been assisted by many State Athletic and Boxing Commissions along with the President of the *Association of Boxing Commissions, (ABC) Mr. Tim Lueckenhoff.

On March 18th, 2005 Mr. Lueckenhoff wrote:
Would you mind adding the tribal commissions which are members of the ABC to your list. Contact numbers and email address for the tribes can be located at www.abcboxing.com I have encourage the membership to provide you with information to help you fill in the chart. Keep me updated on those state and tribes who do not respond. This can be a great tool for all of us.

Mr. Lueckenhoff was correct. This page has been tremendiously helpful to potential promoters and fighters. It is with the encouragment of Mr. Lueckenhoff and many others that we have kept this page as up to date as possible. This page is here to assist potential promoters and fighters in knowing what forms of ring fighting are legal in the below listed states and which are not. ANYONE assuming ANYTHING differently as to the creation of this site or reasons for it have simply unprofessionally misinterpreted the meaning of its creation and use.

(*) This page is not associated with the Association of Boxing Commissions. Although ALL below information has been verified by the various states listed, the Association of Boxing Commissions were not asked to "Double" verify any of the below information. This is because it was done so by the State Commissions listed below unless the information was listed as Unknown. When it is noted that there is "No Commission" in a certain State, we have inquired to the State Office itself as well as event promoters in these States to be able to show the legality of Kickboxing and or MMA in these States. ALL information listed is 100% accurate as to the best of our knowledge. IF any such information is inaccurate we ask that those inquiring send us an e-mail (CommissionRules@ikfkickboxing.com) with proof of your legality issues as they pretain to laws and regulations regarding "Ring Fighting Sports" for the State you are inquiring about.

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