WFMC GREAT BRITAIN Amateur RULES
MMA, K1, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Semi Contact, Light Contact, Grappling, Boxing
Sport Boxing
Jabs, Straights, Crosses, Hooks and Uppercuts
All strikes must be above the belt line (Ref my change agreeable area depending on size of strap around teh shorts)
8 counts may be given if one fighter is showing signs of exhaustion resulting in a point deduction. Each round shall be scored individually based on skill NOT force from clean shots landed only.
Effective defence will be classed as evading shots and successfully countering shots.
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
10oz boxing gloves, Gum shield, head guard; Groin gaurd (Womem breast protector)
Cloths:- Shorts prefered however Kickboxing pants allowed
Ring KickBoxing
Jabs, Straights, Crosses, Hooks,Uppercuts and Kicks with the Foot only.
All strikes must be above the waist except for boot to boot sweeps.
Legal Areas Are:-
Side of Head / Face / Under Chin / Front Torso / Side Torso /
8 counts may be given if one fighter is showing signs of exhaustion resulting in a point deduction. Each round shall be scored individually based on skill NOT force from clean shots landed only.
Ring Kickboxing should not be mistaken for full contact kickboxing. This event is light.
Effective defence will be classed as evading shots and successfully countering shots.
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
10oz boxing gloves, Gum shield, head guard; Groin gaurd (Womem breast protector)
Cloths:- T-shirt or Sports top with Kickboxing pants not shorts.
Full Contact
Jabs, Straights, Crosses, Hooks,Uppercuts and Kicks with the Foot only.
All strikes must be above the waist except for boot to boot sweeps.
Legal Areas Are:-
Side of Head / Face / Under Chin / Front Torso / Side Torso /
Fights can be won by Points TKO or KO
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system
Medical can stop a fight at any time with out question
Referee Can stop a fight
Corners can wave off or frow in the towel for their fighter
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
10oz boxing gloves, Gum shield, head guard; Groin gaurd (Womem breast protector)
Cloths:- T-shirt or Sports top with Kickboxing pants not shorts.
Light Contact
Preliminary Fight duration rounds will be 1 x 2 min rounds with 1 minute rest for adults and kids 1 x 1 1/2 min round with extra round in the event of a draw
All Finals are 2 rounds
Jabs, Straights, Crosses, Hooks,Uppercuts and Kicks with the Foot only.
All strikes must be above the waist except for boot to boot sweeps.
Legal Areas Are:-
Side of Head / Face / Under Chin / Front Torso / Side Torso /
8 counts may be given if one fighter is showing signs of exhaustion resulting in a point deduction. Each round shall be scored individually based on skill NOT force from clean shots landed only.
Ring Kickboxing should not be mistaken for full contact kickboxing. This event is light.
Effective defence will be classed as evading shots and successfully countering shots.
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
10oz boxing gloves, Gum shield, head guard; Groin gaurd (Womem breast protector)
Cloths:- T-shirt or Sports top with Kickboxing pants not shorts.
SEMI Contact
Preliminary Fight duration rounds will be 1 x 2 min rounds with 1 minute rest for adults and kids 1 x 1 1/2 min round with extra round in the event of a draw
All Finals are 2 rounds
-Jab (landing with knuckle part of the glove)
-Reverse Punch (landing with knuckle part of the glove)
-Backfist (but not landing with the side of the fist)
-Ridge hand (to head and body) ,
-Uppercut to the body only
-Front Kick (to the body and head)
-Side Kick (to the body and head)
-Curving Front Kick (to the body and head)
-Hook Kick, Spinning Hook Kick and Jump Spinning Hook Kick (to body and head)
-Back Kick , Spinning Back Kick and Jump Back Kick and Jump Spinning Back Kick (to the body and head)
-Roundhouse Kick and Jump Round Kick (to the body and head) -Inside & Outside Crescent Kick (to the body & head)
-Jump Inside & Outside Crescent Kick (to the body & head)
-Inside & Outside Axe Kick (to the body & head, including Jump Axe)
-Sweep to the inside and outside of the opponent’s boot (performed with inside of foot to below ankle both legs)
Scoring Areas
-Side of Head
-Face
-Under Chin
-Front Torso
-Side Torso
-Back of Head (only if deemed turning away from a shot)
Any open handed strike with the inside of the hand (Slapping) -Spinning Back Fist, Knife Hand (including Spinning/Turning Knife Hand Strike)
-Palm Heel Strike and Strikes with the elbows
-Any Throw and any Takedown, pushing with arms
-Leg Kicks, Strikes with the knee , Strikes with the Head , Use of the thighs
-Touching the ground with any other part of the body than the soles of the feet
-Forward Rolls, Hand Stands, Cart Wheels , any Blind Technique, any drop sweep
Illegal Areas
-Top of Head
-Neck
-Arm
-Hand
-Back
-Kidney Area
-Below the Belt (other than below the ankle Foot Sweeps)
Punch to Head 1 point
Punch to Body 1 point
Foot Sweep 1 point
Kick to Body 1 point
Kick to Head 2 points
Jump Kick to Body 2 points
Jump Kick to Head 3 points
in any fight : difference of 10 points reached , result TKO Win
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
10oz boxing gloves, Gum shield, head guard; Groin gaurd (Womem breast protector)
Cloths:- Shorts prefered however Kickboxing pants allowed
Muay Thai
The following are acceptable techniques…
(No Head Contact For Children Under 15 years Old)
- Knee attacks to the body and kicks with the shin to the thighs, body and the head (and the arm if used with force).
- Clinching (holding) and attacking at the same time with knees and elbows or any strikes.
- Elbow strikes to the body.
- Flat throws below the waist line, only in clinching situations.
- The use of Spinning Back Fist only with focus on the opponent.
- The use of Kicks to the whole leg above or below the knee.
Under Thai rules, supporting one leg for a single attempt to kick out the other is allowed,
provided that the attempt is made within five seconds in the Referee’s estimation. Only one such attempt is allowed and must be executed away from the illegal area around the knee
joint.
Under Thai rules, leg checking is allowed within the parameters defined by the rules that govern leg kicks and strategies for blocking with the legs.
It is the Fighter’s choice whether or not to follow-up his legal sweeping attempt. Follow-up techniques must land on the opponent prior to any part of his body touching the floor (other than the soles of his feet). As always, striking a downed opponent is illegal. A successful sweep is not considered a knockdown.
Full Contact Kicks against the opponent’s guard in Thai Boxing shall be scored, as they have a damaging effect upon the opponent.
All forms of biting are prohibited.
-All strikes, blows and punches executed with the palm side of the gloves are prohibited.
-All kicks to the back and the back of the neck are prohibited.
-Any form of butting with the head is prohibited.
-All attacks (strikes, punches, kicks) against the joints are prohibited.
-Kicks to the groin are prohibited.
-Attacking a downed Opponent or an Opponent who touches the floor with his/her gloves is –
prohibited.
-Spitting out one’s tooth protector (gum-shield) is prohibited.
-Any kind of throwing above the waistline
-Holding the ropes and attacking an opponent, also in clinching situations
-Punching to the back or top of the head
-Linear or striking/kicking to the spine
-Strikes and kicks after the Referee calls stop, or after the bell.
Fights can be won by Points TKO or KO
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system
Medical can stop a fight at any time with out question
Referee Can stop a fight
Corners can wave off or frow in the towel for their fighter
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
Free upper body, Thai pants, 10oz gloves, head protection, mouth guard, groin guard, Shin instep guard, Elbow pads is a must for Muay Thai. A body protector is required under 15’s.
K1
The following are acceptable techniques…
- Knee attacks to the body and kicks with the shin to the thighs, body and the head
- limited “neck wrestling” is permitted for the purpose of executing knee strikes to the front or sides of the torso (lower limit the waistline, level with the navel – upper limit the chest, immediately below the line of the clavicle). A fighter may not continue a “neck wrestling” strategy after the first knee strike under K-1 Rules. The Referee has imm
- Punches Allowed
- Flat throws below the waist line, only in clinching situations.
- The use of Spinning Back Fist only with focus on the opponent.
- The use of Kicks to the whole leg above or below the knee.
Under Thai rules, supporting one leg for a single attempt to kick out the other is allowed,
provided that the attempt is made within five seconds in the Referee’s estimation. Only one such attempt is allowed and must be executed away from the illegal area around the knee
joint.
Under Thai rules, leg checking is allowed within the parameters defined by the rules that govern leg kicks and strategies for blocking with the legs.
It is the Fighter’s choice whether or not to follow-up his legal sweeping attempt. Follow-up techniques must land on the opponent prior to any part of his body touching the floor (other than the soles of his feet). As always, striking a downed opponent is illegal. A successful sweep is not considered a knockdown.
Full Contact Kicks against the opponent’s guard in Thai Boxing shall be scored, as they have a damaging effect upon the opponent.
All forms of biting are prohibited.
-All strikes, blows and punches executed with the palm side of the gloves are prohibited.
-All kicks to the back and the back of the neck are prohibited.
-Any form of butting with the head is prohibited.
-All attacks (strikes, punches, kicks) against the joints are prohibited.
-Kicks to the groin are prohibited.
-Attacking a downed Opponent or an Opponent who touches the floor with his/her gloves is –
prohibited.
-Spitting out one’s tooth protector (gum-shield) is prohibited.
-Any kind of throwing above the waistline
-Holding the ropes and attacking an opponent, also in clinching situations
-Punching to the back or top of the head
-Linear or striking/kicking to the spine
-Strikes and kicks after the Referee calls stop, or after the bell.
-No Elbows
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system
Medical can stop a fight at any time with out question
Referee Can stop a fight
Corners can wave off or frow in the towel for their fighter
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
Free upper body, Thai pants, 10oz gloves, head protection, mouth guard, groin guard, Shin instep guard, Elbow pads is a must for Muay Thai. A body protector is required under 15’s.
Low Kick
All forms of Boxing in combination with kicks above the waist to the body and the head. The use of Spinning Back Fist only with focus on the opponent. Kicks are allowed (Low Kicks) to the thighs, inside and outside. (Tibia) Kicks are only allowed higher than four inches above the knee and not to the calf.
All forms of biting are prohibited.
-All strikes, blows and punches executed with the palm side of the gloves are prohibited.
-All kicks to the back and the back of the neck are prohibited.
-Any form of butting with the head is prohibited.
-All attacks (strikes, punches, kicks) against the joints are prohibited.
-Kicks to the groin are prohibited.
-Attacking a downed Opponent or an Opponent who touches the floor with his/her gloves is –
prohibited.
-Spitting out one’s tooth protector (gum-shield) is prohibited.
-Any kind of throwing above the waistline
-Holding the ropes and attacking an opponent, also in clinching situations
-Punching to the back or top of the head
-Linear or striking/kicking to the spine
-Strikes and kicks after the Referee calls stop, or after the bell.
-No Elbows
Legitimate targets include all areas of the body (except deliberately striking the groin area or any part of the back), the tibia (shin) when used in a blocking action, and the forearm when used in a blocking action.
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system.
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
Free upper body, Thai pants, 10oz gloves, head protection, mouth guard, groin guard, Shin instep guard, Elbow pads is a must for Muay Thai. A body protector is required under 15’s.
K1 Kick Light
The following are acceptable techniques…
- Knee attacks to the body and kicks with the shin to the thighs, body and the head
- limited “neck wrestling” is permitted for the purpose of executing knee strikes to the front or sides of the torso (lower limit the waistline, level with the navel – upper limit the chest, immediately below the line of the clavicle). A fighter may not continue a “neck wrestling” strategy after the first knee strike under K-1 Rules. The Referee has imm
- Punches Allowed
- Flat throws below the waist line, only in clinching situations.
- The use of Spinning Back Fist only with focus on the opponent.
- The use of Kicks to the whole leg above or below the knee.
Under Thai rules, supporting one leg for a single attempt to kick out the other is allowed,
provided that the attempt is made within five seconds in the Referee’s estimation. Only one such attempt is allowed and must be executed away from the illegal area around the knee
joint.
Under Thai rules, leg checking is allowed within the parameters defined by the rules that govern leg kicks and strategies for blocking with the legs.
It is the Fighter’s choice whether or not to follow-up his legal sweeping attempt. Follow-up techniques must land on the opponent prior to any part of his body touching the floor (other than the soles of his feet). As always, striking a downed opponent is illegal. A successful sweep is not considered a knockdown.
Full Contact Kicks against the opponent’s guard in Thai Boxing shall be scored, as they have a damaging effect upon the opponent.
All forms of biting are prohibited.
-All strikes, blows and punches executed with the palm side of the gloves are prohibited.
-All kicks to the back and the back of the neck are prohibited.
-Any form of butting with the head is prohibited.
-All attacks (strikes, punches, kicks) against the joints are prohibited.
-Kicks to the groin are prohibited.
-Attacking a downed Opponent or an Opponent who touches the floor with his/her gloves is –
prohibited.
-Spitting out one’s tooth protector (gum-shield) is prohibited.
-Any kind of throwing above the waistline
-Holding the ropes and attacking an opponent, also in clinching situations
-Punching to the back or top of the head
-Linear or striking/kicking to the spine
-Strikes and kicks after the Referee calls stop, or after the bell.
-No Elbows
To Win you must win on out pointing your oppenent with controled clean shots.
8 counts may be given if one fighter is showing signs of exhaustion resulting in a point deduction. Each round shall be scored individually based on skill NOT force from clean shots landed only.
Ring Kickboxing should not be mistaken for full contact kickboxing. This event is light.
Effective defence will be classed as evading shots and successfully countering shots.
All bouts shall be scored on a 10 point must system
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
Free upper body, Thai pants, 10oz gloves, head protection, mouth guard, groin guard, Shin instep guard, Elbow pads is a must for Muay Thai. A body protector is required under 15’s.
SUBMISSION GRAPPLING
Low Legs
Body Kicks
Knees to the body
(no knees to the head)
Punches to the head and body
No head shots of any kind. No elbow strikes of any description. No small joint manipulation. No neck cranks (including mounted guillotines) No twisting leg locks. No striking to the spine. Takedowns – must be performed with control. No takedown to be performed that causes the opponent to land head 1st. Slams used to defend submission holds are permitted but the opponent may not be lifted more than knee height of the standing fighter.
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
Mixed Martial Arts
Low Legs
Body Kicks
Knees to the body
(no knees to the head)
Light Punches to the head if over 15 years
Punches to the body
Light Punches to the head if over 15 years old. No elbow strikes of any description. No small joint manipulation. No neck cranks (including mounted guillotines) No twisting leg locks. No striking to the spine. Takedowns – must be performed with control.
SPECIAL NOTE:- No takedown to be performed that causes the opponent to land head 1st. Slams used to defend submission holds are permitted but the opponent may not be lifted more than knee height of the standing fighter.
(Physical or Verbal tap out, opponent can’t continue or decision)
1. The can only be won by submission- this can be done verbally, by “tap out”, or at
the referees discretion if he believes a fighter is unable to do it themselves or it is in the best
interests of the fighters safety.
2. In the event the time limit expires with no submission victory the winner will be declared by
decision.
3. The following shall be considered point scoring techniques
A. Judges shall evaluate mixed martial-art techniques, such as effective striking, effective grappling,
control of the fighting area, effective aggressiveness and defence.
B. Judges shall consider the amount of successful Executions of legal takedowns and reversals in
evaluating effective grappling. Examples of factors judges can consider are the takedowns from
standing position to mount position, passing the guard to mount position, and bottom position
fighter using as active, threatening guard
Please check the WFMC International Rule book on rules of conduct. However, WFMC is a Martial Arts organisation were etiquette and personal discipline is paramount. We will not accept and disrespectful attitudes towards official or fellow participants. No bad language, threats of violence, accusations of cheating will not be allowed. WFMC strives to have a very different atmosphere. HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE BY ACTING APPROPRIATELY.
– 7oz MMA Gloves
– groin guard
– rashguard/t-shirt
– Shin and Instep
– grappling shorts/grappling tights
(no zips or external pockets)