ARTICLES AND RULESWITH MEDICAL RULES

GOVERNING AMATEUR MUAY THAI & MODIFIED MUAY THAI IN CANADA

Official Text, 2003 Edition

Published by the Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur

Recognized and Designated as the Amateur Representative Body (NSO) in Canada by the

International Federation of MuayThai Amateur (Thailand – GAISF ISO).

TheCANADIAN MUAY THAI COUNCIL - AMATEUR

ARTICLES AND RULESCopyright - 2003 Canadian Muay Thai Council - Amateur

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In Support of, and

Dedicated to the

Pursuitof the

Olympic Dream

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THE OFFICIAL RULESOF THE

CANADIAN MUAY THAI COUNCIL—AMATEUR

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION Page

Purpose of the Rule Book 4Governing Organizations 4Application of IFMA Rules 4Contents of this Rule Book 4Goal 4

English Dictionary Definitions 5

PART 1 – ARTICLES1 Amateur Definition 62 Permissible Expenses 73 Sanction of Competitions & Reports 74 Travel Permits 85 Suspensions and Reinstatements 86 Action on Questions Arising from Articles 87 Application of Articles and Rules 88 Alteration of Articles and Rules 89 Canadian Officials Classifications 8

Authority 9

PART 2 – RULES1 Ring 102 Gloves 103 Bandages/Hand wraps 104 Dress: 11

- Corner men, Seconds 11- Competitors 11

Photo’s of equipment 12, 13- IFMA Full Muay Thai Tournament gear 14- IFMA/WKA Full Muay Thai gear 14- IFMA Modified Muay Thai gear (Level 1) 14- IFMA Modified Muay Thai gear (Level 2) 14- IFMA Modified Muay Thai gear (Level 3) 14

5 Ring Accessories 156 Athlete Requirements and Class of Competitors 157 Category of Competitor 158 Weight Divisions 169 Female Competitors 1710 Regulations Regarding the Weigh-in 1711 The Draw (Tournament) 1812 Rounds 1813 Seconds 1814 Technical Officials: 19

- Jury & Arbitrator 19 - Referee 19

- Judges 21- Time Keeper 22- Score Keeper 23

15 Decisions 2416 Directives Concerning Hits, Fouls, and the Awarding of Points 25

- Full Muay Thai Rules Scoring 25

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- Modified Muay Thai Rules Scoring (Level 1) 26- Modified Muay Thai Rules Scoring (Level 2) 28- Modified Muay Thai Rules Scoring (Level 3) 28

17 Fouls 28- Stalling 29- IFMA Full Muay Thai Rules Fouls 29

- IFMA Modified Muay Thai Rules Fouls (Level 1) 30- IFMA Modified Muay Thai Rules Fouls (Level 2) 30- IFMA Modified Muay Thai Rules Fouls (Level 3) 30

18 Accidental Fouls 3019 Downs 3120 Standing Eight-count 3221 Procedure After Knock-outs 3222 Count Procedures for an Athlete out of the Ring 3223 Wiping the Gloves 3324 Consulting the Physician 3325 Shaking Hands 3326 Administration of Drugs. Medications, Etc. 3327 Attendance of Medical Practitioner 3428 Interpretation 34

PART 3 – MEDICAL RULES 35

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CANADIAN MUAY THAI COUNCIL – AMATEURINTRODUCTION

1. THE PURPOSE OF THIS RULE BOOKThe purpose of this Rule Book is to detail for competitors, coaches and officials at all levels, and the interested public, the regulations which govern Amateur Muay Thai (Full Rules or Modified Rules), Kickboxing (Also called “International Rules” or “Low Kick Rules”) and Full Contact (Also called “Above the Waist Rules” or “American Kickboxing Rules”) in Canada.

2. GOVERNING ORGANIZATIONSAmateur Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Full Contact is governed as follows:A) At the International level by the World Kickboxing Association (WKA) and the International Federation of MuayThai Amateur (IFMA)B) At the National level by the Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur (CMTC-A)C) At the Provincial/Territorial level by the Provincial/Territorial Branches of CMTC-A (=Provincial/Territorial Muay Thai Council—

Amateur).D) The CTMC-A has based the medical rules and utilized (where applicable) and with appropriate modification the competition rules of the Canadian Amateur Boxing Association (CABA).

3. APPLICATION OF I.F.M.A. AND W.K.A. RULESA) CMTC-A accepts, in principal, the I.F.M.A. (International Federation of MuayThai Amateur) Rules (Thailand) and the W.K.A. (World

Kickboxing Association) Rules (England) as defined in their current handbooks, but with modifications for Amateur Muay Thai, Kickboxing and Full Contact in Canada.

B) Competitors and Officials involved in international competition (outside Canada) will come under the jurisdiction of the I.F.M.A. and the W.K.A.

C) These Rules are specifically designed for the purposes of the organization and the administration of Amateur Muay Thai, Amateur Kickboxing, and Amateur Full Contact in Canada.

4. THE CONTENTS OF THIS RULE BOOKThis rule book is divided into three main sections:A) The Articles. These are directions for Muay Thai, Kickboxing and Full Contact organizations and administration.B) The Rules. These are the specific regulations for Tournaments, Events, Club Cards (also commonly called “Smokers”) and conduct of

Muay Thai, Kickboxing and Full Contact athletes and Officials.C) The Medical Rules.

5. THE GOALThe goal is the pursuit of and attainment of Olympic recognition for the sports of Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Full Contact. Both Muay Thai and the use of the generic term of Kickboxing has been presented for Olympic recognition under several types of rules, including:A) Full Muay Thai Tournament Rules competition under IFMA (International organization recognized in Thailand by AMAT—(Amateur

MuayThai Association of Thailand—the government of Thailand’s National Amateur MuayThai sanctioning body)B) Full Muay Thai Rules without chest guard, allowing the use of punches, kicks, knees and elbows. As athletes develop provisions are made

for them to compete without protective gear (but enforcing the use of elbow pads for elbow strikes) under the WKA (England) and IFMA—Non Tournament Rules (Thailand)

C) Modified Muay Thai Rules which allows the use of punches and kicks as well as limited use of the knee. These rules restrict the use of the elbow as well as restricting the use of knee attacks to the head while also making provisions for athletes to finally be able to compete without protective gear under the WKA (England)

D) Kickboxing Rules, also referred to as ‘International Rules’ or ‘Low Kick Rules’, allowing the use of punches to the body and head as well as kicks to the head, the body and legs of the opponent under the WKA (England)

E) Full Contact Rules requires all strikes to be above the waist under the WKA (England)The goal of the CMTC-A is the propagation of Muay Thai and all Ring Oriented (Stand Up) Martial Arts in Canada for athletes to

compete competently on a world level. The goal is to develop Canadian athletes who can compete internationally in all the Rule variations. Full Contact Rules allows the least amount of weapons and applies the most restrictions but by developing its rules, it alters the emphasis of the competing sport into Kickboxing/International Rules. With modifications, Kickboxing/International Rules develop into Modified Muay Thai Rules. With additional modifications, Modified Muay Thai Rules develop into Full Muay Thai rules.

With activity on a National level since the mid 1970’s, it has been found most Canadian athletes who start off competing under Full Contact Rules, eventually heighten and challenge their skills to compete under Kickboxing/International Rules. Many of these athletes then elevate their skills to compete under Modified Muay Thai Rules. The final goal (which is happening) is to see the athletes intensify their skills and step into and support Full Muay Thai competition on an amateur level worldwide.

The CMTC-A has rules and regulations for all the variants of these Martial Ring Sports as the majority of athletes both National and International, compete and support one/all of these rules in their competitive careers.

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ENGLISH DICTIONARY DEFINITIONS

‘Amateur’ - “One who engages in art or sport on a nonprofessional basis.” Webster’s Dictionary 1984

‘Professional’ - “One who engages in sport for pay*” Webster’s Dictionary 1984

* The CMTC-A recognizes that once an athlete is paid to compete or fight in any combative sport, he/she is a ‘Professional Athlete’. He/she does not have to make his/her sole living through his/her competing in the ring to be viewed as a professional athlete.

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THE ARTICLESCMTC-A

ARTICLE 1 - THE AMATEUR DEFINITION AS RELATED TO MUAY THAI, KICKBOXING AND FULL CONTACT

The sport(s) of Muay Thai (both full and modified), Kickboxing and Full Contact for the purposes of this Article is defined as the sport that is administered by an international amateur federation or national association/council of Amateur Muay Thai, Kickboxing or Full Contact.

An Amateur Competitive Athlete who competes in the following amateur combative sports such as Muay Thai (‘Full Rules’ or ‘Modified Rules’), Kickboxing (also know as ‘International Rules’ or ‘Low Kick Rules’), or Full Contact (also known as ‘Above the Waist Rules’ only or also called ‘American Kickboxing Rules’) will hereinafter be referred to as a ‘kickboxer’.

The following Amateur Combative Sports including Muay Thai (‘Full Rules’ or ‘Modified Rules’), Kickboxing (also know as ‘International Rules’ or ‘Low Kick Rules’), or Full Contact Rules (also known as ‘Above the Waist Rules’ or ‘American Kickboxing Rules’) will hereinafter be refereed to as the sport of ‘kickboxing’.

1 : 1 An Amateur Kickboxer is an athlete who has notA) competed for a money prize, staked bet, or declared wager in any combative sport. A combative sport includes (but is not

limited to): Boxing, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Boxe Francaise-Savate, Kickboxing, Full Contact, San Shou, San Da, Mixed Martial Arts, No Holds Barred, Reality Martial Arts, Jui-Jitsu, Jiu Jitsu (or any other variation on the name), Vale Tudo, Wrestling, Judo, Tae Kwon-Do, Karate, Kung Fu, and Tough-man Contests.

B) competed with or against a professionalC) competed in a combative sport (as listed above) as a means of obtaining a livelihood or for obtaining money.D) signed any type of professional contract with a professional manager or promoter for the purpose of becoming a

professional athlete in combative sports (as listed above). 1 : 2 A) An amateur kickboxer, may take part in any combative contest or exhibition on the same program and in the same venue

where professional combative sport athletes are taking part. Members of CMTC-A may conduct Pro-Am cards, under the following condition: The event involving amateur kickboxers is conducted under the guidelines as established, and under the rules of the CMTC-A.

B) An amateur kickboxer shall not participate in any professional combative sport, and after having participated, cannot revert back to amateur kickboxing.

C) Amateurs in any combative sport may join amateur kickboxing and register as a member, but must inform the CMTC-A of their complete fight record in all combative sports, and must have medical approval to participate in the sport of kickboxing before being allowed to compete.

D) When applying for membership registrations, participants of other amateur combative sports shall submit the following documents: - A statement from him/her or his/her former club that he/she has never competed in a professional contest or for prize money. - A statement of his/her competitive record in other amateur combative sports (total number of bouts including exhibitions).

1 : 3 Members of the CMTC-A may promote or participate in the promotion of other combative sports (amateur or professional). 1 : 4 All national kickboxers, referees, judges, timekeepers, coaches, seconds, and assistant seconds and glovers participating in a competition sanctioned by the CMTC-A shall be members of the Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur. 1 : 5 A competitor mayA) be a physical education teacher, sports teacher, Martial Arts Instructor who gives elementary instruction.B) Accept during the period of preparation and actual competition: I) assistance administered for: food and lodging; cost of

transport; pocket money to cover incidental expenses; insurance coverage in respect to accidents, illness, personal property and disability; medical treatment, physio-therapy and authorized coaches. II) compensation, authorized by the CMTC-A, in case of necessity, to cover financial loss resulting from his/her absence from work or basic occupation on account of preparation for, or participation in international sports competitions. Under no circumstance shall payment under this provision exceed the sum which the competitor would have earned in the same period. The compensation may be paid only with the approval of the CMTC-A at its discretion.

C) accept prizes won in competition within the limits and the rules established by the CMTC-A.7

D) accept academic and technical scholarships.1 : 6 A competitor shall not be or have been a professional athlete in any combative sport or contracted to be so before surrendering their amateur status.1 : 7 An athlete who has participated in any combative sport as a professional, or any athlete having been paid to participate in any combative sport shall be viewed by the CMTC-A as a ‘Professional’ athlete. An athlete can NOT reassume amateur ‘status’ once having fought as a professional competitor.1 : 8 All certified coaches shall also be permitted to coach professional kickboxers.1 : 9 Any person having participated in tournaments or in matches that exceed 5 rounds shall forfeit their amateur status. However it is understood that some international bouts may exceed 5 rounds for amateurs and any athlete wishing to compete in such a match must get the approval of the CMTC-A before accepting such a bout. Failure to do so will result in the kickboxer forfeiting his/her amateur status.A) Any person signing a professional contract shall likewise forfeit his/her amateur status.B) Any person whose name appears on a professional rating-list of the WKA or the WMC shall automatically forfeit his/her

amateur status.C) Should it come to said persons knowledge that his or her name has been placed on a professional rating-list without their

consent, he/she must immediately notify the CMTC-A of the problem. The CMTC-A committee shall then deal with the matter.

D) A competitor who has knowingly broken the amateur definition can not be reinstated as an amateur competitor.Any matters about which there is a dispute, or to which no clear-cut rules apply, shall be referred to the CMTC-A referees committee.

ARTICLE 2 - PERMISSIBLE EXPENSES AND PRIZES

2 : 1 If payment is made for travel, it shall not exceed:A) By air, rail or bus: Return Economy Class. Competitors and authorized officials must be furnished with actual tickets or

reimbursed for tickets actually used.B) By car: $0.37 per kilometer (out of province or out of country).2 : 2 If payment is made for board and lodging it shall be regulated as follows:

The expenses of board and lodging on the outward and return journey may be repaid to the contestants and authorized officials by the CMTC-A or a Branch body. These expenses must be with CMTC-A finance policy. In no case shall the total allowed exceed the amount spent.2 : 3 Board and lodging for an invited team’s Contestants and authorized officials may be borne for accommodation in a hotel of good standard by the inviting CMTC-A or Branch body on their territory:A) from the moment the team arrivesB) Until the team departs.2 : 4 On both outward and return journeys and during their stay, the Contestants may receive a sum of not over CDN$20.00 per person per day in reimbursement of petty expenses incurred.2 : 5 The reimbursements of expenses may be claimed only by the Kickboxer, Team Trainer/Coach and Team Manager. It shall be made only to the Promoter of the event. The responsibility for making these payments rests with the Promoter. The expenses of neutral Referees and Judges shall be paid directly to them.2 : 6 A Kickboxer shall not be reimbursed more than 10 days for residence in any one place for the purpose of taking part in a tournament. Time spent on the following is not included in either restrictions:A) Travelling time.B) World, Intercontinental or Continental Championships (and if/when the sport(s) become part of the Olympic Games).C) International Tournaments arranged officially between Canada and other nations.D) Canadian Championships and Games Trials.2 : 7 Authority for extension of time allowances above can only be obtained from the CMTC-A.2 : 8 Organizers of sanctioned Provincial, Canadian or International Tournaments shall prepare an accurate account of receipts and payments for submission to the Branch and/or the CMTC-A on demand.2 : 9 The value of prizes for Canadian Championships shall not exceed a sum agreed upon as being reasonable by the CMTC-A. An Amateur Kickboxer shall not have the right to stipulate the quality or value of a prize.

ARTICLE 3 - SANCTIONS OF COMPETITIONS AND REPORTS

3 : 1 All international competitions held in Canada, must be sanctioned by the CMTC-A, and the organizer’s application for sanction addressed to the National Office of the CMTC-A.3 : 2 Applications for Sanction should be made at least 30 days prior to the event, and shall imply the acceptance by the Competition Organizers of the following obligations if the Sanction is granted:A) That the competition will be conducted under the Rules of the Canadian Muay Thai Council-Amateur, or the International

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Federation of MuayThai Amateur (I.F.M.A.), or World Kickboxing Association (WKA) when applicable.B) Payment to the sanctioning body of the appropriate sanction fee.3 : 3 The host organizer for competitions shall forward to the CMTC-A Head Office the following information before the event takes place:A) Place and Date of Competition or TournamentB) Names of teams and contestantsC) Names, weights and results of each boutD) Names and qualifications of officialsE) Name(s) of medical officer(s) attending

ARTICLE 4 - TRAVEL PERMITS

4 : 1 Travel permits for Canadian Registered Kickboxers to compete outside Canada must be authorized and issued by:A) The CMTC-A National President or authorized delegate.

ARTICLE 5 - SUSPENSIONS, REINSTATEMENTS AND DISQUALIFICATIONS

5 : 1 Breach of these Articles by any committee shall render any and all members of such committee liable to suspension by the CMTC-A. This will be decided at the Annual General Meeting or a Special General Meeting of the CMTC-A Directors. For any suspension of a committee, two-thirds of the CMTC-A Directors must vote in favor of suspension. Reinstatement of suspended persons shall be at the discretion of the CMTC-A Directors.5 : 2 The Executive Committee of the CMTC-A shall have the power at any time to disqualify or suspend for such period of time as it sees fit a Kickboxer, Coach, Trainer, Manager, Chief Corner man, Second or Official who at any International, Canadian or Inter-Regional Championships, other sanctioned Inter-Regional Tournaments, or at any other time conducts himself or herself in a manner considered detrimental to the credit or interest of the CMTC-A. All disqualification or suspension action by the executive committee shall be subject to ratification by the Board of Directors at the Annual General or Semi-Annual Meeting following such action.5 : 3 Nothing contained in the foregoing shall prohibit the Executive Committee from reconsidering the suspension or disqualification based on further and positive information that could permit a reversal of the original suspension or disqualification, but only prior to the ratification by the Board of Directors.5 : 4 Regional Committees or affiliates may suspend Kickboxers, Coaches, Trainers, Managers, Chief Corner Men, Seconds or Officials under their jurisdiction for any breach of regulations.

ARTICLE 6 - ACTION ON QUESTIONS ARISING NOT COVERED BY THE ARTICLES OR THE RULES

In the event of any question arising and not being provided for in these Articles and Rules, the CMTC-A shall have power to decide such questions itself by a majority vote of the Directors.

ARTICLE 7 - APPLICATION OF ARTICLES AND RULES

These Articles and Rules apply to all Kickboxers, Coaches, Trainers, Managers, Chief Corner Men, Seconds, and Officials and to all sanctioned CMTC-A Kickboxing tournaments.

ARTICLE 8 - ALTERATION OF ARTICLES OR RULES

Amendments may only be made to these Articles and Rules by a two-thirds majority vote at the Annual CMTC-A Meeting.

ARTICLE 9—CANADIAN OFFICIALS CLASSIFICATIONS

9 : 1 Canadian Officials shall be classified into five distinct groups relative to their experience, examination results and observations made by the examining Board of the Referee and Judges Commission. An Official could be ranked at different levels for the various officiating roles; for example, an Official could be an “A” Class Judge and a “D” Class referee.9 : 2 CLASSIFICATION:

“E” Class Official: This is the entry level for all Officials. To gain experience, an “E” Class Official will work with senior Officials during fight cards. The “E” Class Official will work continuous fight events, and may have the opportunity to officiate junior fights.

“D” Class Official: The “D” Class Official is qualified to officiate any fight up to and including a National

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Amateur Title fight.“C” Class Official: The “C” Class Official is qualified to officiate any fight up to and including an International

Amateur Title fight.“B” Class Official: The “B” Class Official is qualified to officiate any fight up to and including a National

Professional Title fight.“A” Class Official: The “A” Class Official is qualified to officiate any fight up to and including an International

Professional Title fight.9 : 3 The Referee and Judges Commission of the CMTC-A shall upgrade those officials they consider capable of officiating at a higher class.9 : 4 The Referee and Judges Commission has the authorization to withdraw officials if they consider said officials to be: A) Inactive, after consistently refusing assignments; B) Incompetent

AUTHORITY

• The regulations contained within this document constitute the official rules of the Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur and must govern all Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur sanctioned events where competitors fight for the knockout. Enforcement of these rules shall be charged to officially designated representatives of the Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur.

• Use of these rules does not necessarily carry the sanctioning of the Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur.

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CANADIAN MUAY THAI COUNCIL—AMATEUR

THE RULESRULE 1 THE RING

In all competitions, the ring shall conform to the following requirements:A) The ring shall be not less than 4.9 m (16 ft.) square within the ropes and the maximum size will be 6.9 m (24 ft.) square

within the ropes. The ring platform shall not be less than 0.9 m (3 ft.) and not more than 1.2 m (4 ft.) above the ground, base or floor.

B) The platform shall be safely constructed, level and free from any obstructing projections and shall extend at least 40 cm (16 inches) outside the line of the ropes. It shall be fitted with four corner posts which will be well padded or otherwise so constructed as to prevent injury to the kickboxers.

C) The ring floor shall be padded in a manner as approved by the CMTC-A. Padding must extend beyond the ring ropes and over the edge of the platform. The floor shall be covered with felt, foam, rubber or other suitable material having the same quality or elasticity, not less than 1.25 cm (1/2 inch) and not more than 3.75 cm (1 1/2 inch) thick, over which a canvas or other approved material shall be stretched and secured in place. The canvas or other approved material shall cover the entire platform.

D) There shall be at least three ropes of a thickness of 2.5 cm (1 inch) minimum to 5 cm (2 inches). The ropes shall be joined on each side by two pieces of strong cord of 3 to 4 cm (1.2 to 1.69 inches) diameter will be an equal distance from each other.

E) The ring shall be provided with three suitable steps, two at the opposite corners for use of the contestants and seconds, and one at the neutral corner for the referees and doctors.

F) The use of a four rope ring is recommended, and is required for all new rings, with the following dimensions and construction: A) 6.1 m (20 feet) square, inside the ropes. B) Minimum 40 cm (16 inch), optimally 61 cm (24 inches), extension outside the line of the ropes (apron). C) First rope from ring platform: 40 cm (15 1/2 inches) D) Second rope from ring platform: 70 cm (27 1/2 inches), E) Third rope from ring platform: 100 cm (39 inches) F) Fourth rope from ring platform: 130 cm (51 inches)

G) Plastic Bin: It is recommended that 2 plastic bins are to be located at the red and blue corners respectively for the disposal of tissue, bandages or any other garbage.

H) In amateur bouts only, the CMTC-A may permit through a written special exception granted in advance of the event that contest be held on an unenclosed padded surface, provided that the padding extends several feet into the out-of-bounds area and that the in-bounds area equals the size of a CMTC-A approved ring. In such circumstances, the referee must stop the contestants whenever a part of one contestant’s body moves out-of-bounds. The contestants will then restart from a neutral position. Time will be called whilst the contestants return to the neutral position.

RULE 2 GLOVESA) The gloves shall each weigh 10 oz.B) The padding of the gloves will not be displaced or broken.C) The laces shall be tied and secured by tape.D) Only clean and serviceable gloves shall be used.E) Competitors shall wear the gloves which the organizers of the competition have placed at their disposal, and which have

been approved by the CMTC-A. For all national and international competitions, red or blue gloves are to be used, as per the respective kickboxer’s corner.

F) Both athletes must wear the same brand name of competition gloves.G) Kickboxer’s are not allowed to wear their own gloves in competition.H) Only gloves with an attached thumb are permitted to be used.I) Velcro closure gloves are not recommended to be used.

RULE 3 BANDAGES / HAND WRAPSA) Only a soft material is allowed. Plaster or plastic types are strictly prohibited. Each hand of a competitor is allowed 1 1/2

rolls of competition gauze (i.e. Ringside brand) which is 2 inches wide and 10 yards long. 1 1/2 rolls of adhesive tape (white cloth surgical or hockey type) 1 inch wide and 10 yards long is allowed for each competitor.

B) No adhesive tape may be placed over the striking surface of the fist. C) A single piece of adhesive tape may be used in between each finger to secure the hand wrap in place.D) No hard materials may be used. E) Excessive use of materials may be cause for the retaping of an athlete’s hands.F) A kickboxer’s bandages may be examined upon request and under the direction of the official-in-charge.

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RULE 4 DRESS4 : 1 Chief corner man, and Seconds shall wear:A clean short/long sleeved shirt or vest, with clean pants and/or a training suit. Athletic shoes are recommended.4 : 2 All persons acting as timekeepers, score keepers and members of the jury shall be neatly dressed, e.g. shirt, clean formal slacks and/or a jacket and business suit.4 : 3 The official dress for participating referee/judges shall be:A) A plain white, navy blue or black shirt, short or long sleeved. If a long sleeved shirt is worn, it must be buttoned at the wrist.B) Clean slacks (formal) is recommended and of a darker color including navy blue or black.C) If a belt is worn it should be dark in color. Under Muay Thai rules, belts are forbidden to be worn by referees.D) Athletic shoes without heels.E) Officials are recommended to wear badges which represent the CMTC-A, WKA or IFMA.F) Officials may have facial hair but it must be trimmed and neat.G) The wearing of watches, rings, neck chains, earrings, or articles that may be considered dangerous to a competitor shall not be worn.Note: The physical appearance of officials is of the utmost importance and officials are expected to maintain a respectable weight and appearance level.4 : 4 Competitors shall be dressed in accordance with the following:A) Head guards—The wearing of competition head guards during IFMA tournament competitions as well as for novice

athletes under the WKA Rules is compulsory. Novice amateurs and IFMA tournament competitions use headgear (without cheek protectors).

B) Under any of the combative rules, in Class B or Open Competition, wearing of the head guard is optional. If one athlete chooses to wear a head guard for his/her match, then both athletes must wear the head guard. If the opposing athlete refuses to wear the head guard, he/she will then forfeit the match.

(1) All athletes under the age of 18 years must wear full gear (head guard, shin pads) regardless of their experience level. (2) The kickboxer’s must enter the ring with their head guard on. The head guard will be taken off immediately after the bout

is over and before the decision is announced. (3) It is recommended that head guards match the corner of the ring which the athlete represents i.e. red head guard for red

corner, etc.(4) The head guard should be adjustable to all sizes.(5) On the head guard there should be padding on the ears and temple.(6) Athletes participating in a match must wear the exact same brand and style of head gear.(7) Head guards and boxing gloves that will be used more than once per event must be cleaned and disinfected with rubbing

alcohol or bleach in between bouts before it is given to the next athlete using the equipment. Head guards should be completely free of lint, dirt, dust, blood or any fluids of any type.

B) A properly fitted mouthpiece must be worn.C) Novice amateurs and IFMA tournament competitions use shin guards (with instep protector). No soccer style (hard material insert) shin guards will be permitted to be used by any athletes. Under any of the combative rules in Class B or Open Competition, wearing shin guards is optional. If one athlete chooses to wear shin guards for his/her match, then both athletes must wear the shin guards. If the opposing athlete refuses to wear the shin guards, he/she will then forfeit the match.D) A competitor may wear advertising on his/her fight shorts/Full Contact trousers providing this does not contravene any contract of sponsorship secured by the CMTC-A.E) A competitor must wear under shorts of some description underneath his/her kickboxing shorts. Under-shorts longer than the kickboxing shorts are not permitted.F) A kickboxer may wear a moustache. A goat-tee is allowed as long as the hair is short and trimmed. A full beard is allowed provided it is very short and trimmed.G) An athletes hair should be cut in a manner that the head gear fits properly. The hair may extend below the nape of the neck but must be secured to avoid swishing. At the front, it shall be trimmed so as not to impede the kickboxer’s vision when the head guard is fitted.H) The contestant will wear Muay Thai/ Kickboxing shorts or Full Contact trousers and bare top* (* except for females who will wear a singlet).I) No spectacles, contact lenses, or dentures may be worn.J) The contestant may not wear any metal objects of any kind on his clothing or body, with the exception of the groin guard, which may have a metal cup (mentioned in RULE 4 : 4 : 1, 4 : 4 : 2, 4: 4 : 3, 4 : 4 : 5, and 4 : 4 : 6).K) Heavy bandaging of an injury is not allowed. L) Gloves are provided by the promoter and must be CMTC-A approved. Gloves will weigh no less than 10 ounces and will be in a serviceable state.M) Light application of Vaseline, liniment, or water is allowed. Excessive use is illegal.

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CANADIAN MUAY THAI COUNCIL – AMATEURRules and Regulations

Protective Equipment to be used in each type of competition

IFMA‘TOURNAMENT STYLE’

PROTECTION(above)

IFMA/WKAFULL MUAY THAI

‘NOVICE DIVISION’PROTECTION

(above)

IFMA/WKAFULL MUAY THAI

‘CLASS B DIVISION’PROTECTION

(above)

IFMA/WKAFULL MUAY THAI‘OPEN DIVISION’

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Protective Equipment to be used in each type of competition

WKA KICKBOXING / MODIFIED MUAY THAI ‘NOVICE DIVISION’ PROTECTION(above)

WKA KICKBOXING / MODIFIED MUAY THAI ‘CLASS B DIVISION’ PROTECTION(above)

WKA KICKBOXING / MODIFIED MUAY THAI ‘OPEN DIVISION’ PROTECTION(above)

WKA FULL CONTACT ‘NOVICE DIVISION’ PROTECTION(above)

WKA FULL CONTACT ‘OPEN DIVISION’ PROTECTION(above)

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N) Toenails should be kept short and will be inspected at the weigh-in.O) Any infringement to the code may result in a fighter’s disqualification. In the case of any problem with the boxing gloves themselves, the referee may temporarily halt the match until they are corrected.4 : 4 : 1 IFMA FULL MUAY THAI RULES TOURNAMENT STYLE—ADDITIONAL DRESSA) Only Muay Thai/kickboxing trunks are to be worn. B) Head guards are mandatory without cheek and chin protection. Both athletes must wear brand names approved by IFMA or the CMTC-A (including Thaismai, Windy, Twins, NFG, Pahuyuth, Muay Thai, Sandee and FBT).C) Elbow pads are mandatory. Must be IFMA or CMTC-A approved.D) Shin guards with instep protection are mandatory and must be foam cored covered in canvas or cotton. Must be IFMA or CMTC-A approved.E) IFMA approved chest shields must be worn (brand names include Thaismai, Windy, Twins, NFG, Pahuyuth, Muay Thai, Sandee and FBT).F) Anklets may be worn if required. Must be IFMA or CMTC-A approved. Taping of the ankle is strictly prohibited. G) A steel/metal cup must be worn and tied only at the back.H) Praciats are allowed but must be trimmed short or tucked in to prevent the excess string from becoming a hazard during a contest.4 : 4 : 2 IFMA NON-TOURNAMENT STYLE/WKA FULL MUAY THAI RULES—ADDITIONAL DRESSA) Only Muay Thai/kickboxing trunks are to be worn. B) Novice athletes wear head guards without cheek and chin protection. Both athletes must wear the same brand (CMTC-A approved).C) For novice athletes shin guards with instep protection are mandatory and must be foam cored covered in canvas or cotton (CMTC-A approved). D) Anklets may be worn if required (CMTC-A approved). Taping of the ankle is strictly prohibited.E) Elbow pads are mandatory (CMTC-A approved). F) A steel/metal cup must be worn and tied only at the back.G) Praciats are allowed but must be trimmed short or tucked in to prevent the excess string from becoming a hazard during a contest.4 : 4 : 3 WKA MODIFIED MUAY THAI RULES—ADDITIONAL DRESSA) Only Muay Thai/kickboxing trunks are to be worn. B) Novice athletes wear head guards without cheek and chin protection. Both athletes must wear the same brand (CMTC-A approved).C) For novice athletes shin guards with instep protection are mandatory and must be foam cored covered in canvas or cotton (CMTC-A approved). D) Anklets may be worn if required (CMTC-A approved). Taping of the ankle is strictly prohibited.E) A steel/metal cup must be worn and tied only at the back.F) Praciats are allowed but must be trimmed short or tucked in to prevent the excess string from becoming a hazard during a contest.4 : 4 : 4 KICKBOXING (“INTERNATIONAL/LOW KICK”) RULES—ADDITIONAL DRESSA) Only Muay Thai/kickboxing trunks are to be worn. B) Novice athletes wear head guards without cheek and chin protection. Both athletes must wear the same brand (CMTC-A approved).C) For novice athletes shin guards with instep protection are mandatory and must be foam cored covered in canvas or cotton (CMTC-A approved). D) Anklets may be worn if required (CMTC-A approved). Taping of the ankle is strictly prohibited.E) A steel/metal cup is recommended though a plastic cup is legal.4 : 4 : 5 FULL CONTACT (“ABOVE THE WAIST/AMERICAN KICKBOXING”) RULES—ADDITIONAL DRESSA) Novice Athletes wear head guards without cheek and chin protection. Both athletes must wear the same brand (CMTC-A approved).B) For novice athletes shin guards with instep protection are mandatory and must be foam cored covered in canvas or cotton (CMTC-A approved). C) The wearing of long karate pants/trousers is mandatory.D) A steel/metal cup is recommended though a plastic cup is legal.E) Foam foot padding without soles known by brand names such as SAFE-T KICK and MACHO which covers the top, sides and back of heel are mandatory (CMTC-A approved).F) Taping of the ankle is strictly prohibited.

Note: (1) A ring steward or responsible person shall see that these rules concerning dress are complied with before a kickboxer is permitted to enter the ring.

(2) At the end of a bout the head guard will be removed in the ring and, if time permits, the gloves may be removed in the ring.15

RULE 5 RING ACCESSORIES5 : 1 The following ring equipment shall be available at each kickboxer’s corner:

Break area.A stool or swinging seat.A drinking water bottle and spray type bottle. No other type of bottle is allowed at ringside.A bucket of water.A funnel with a tube device leading to a receptacle under the ring.

It is recommended that there is a large squeegee to pull excess water and ice off the canvas.5 : 2 For Ringside Officials:

4 Tables and chairs for the officials (judges, jury, timekeeper, scorekeeper and doctor).A Bell or gong.A whistle.One or two stop watches or stop clocks.Score sheets/pads and pens.One set of round indicators from numbers 1 to 5, signs or boards.One spare set each of red and blue kickboxing trunks.Two pairs of spare boxing gloves. If possible, one pair of red gloves and one pair of blue gloves.Groin protector.Two cloth squares to facilitate a groin protector change or adjustment.First-aid equipment to include first aid kit and stretcher which must be available near the ringside. Also blunt edged

scissors.5 : 3 Seconds:

Seconds shall be responsible for providing their own equipment other than in sub-para 5 : 1 including items such as towels, sponges or a cloth that is easy to rinse.

RULE 6 KICKBOXER REQUIREMENTS AND CLASS OF COMPETITORS6 : 1 Kickboxer’s Eligibility:A) Kickboxer’s qualification. All Kickboxer’s must hold a current CMTC-A license and fighter’s passport.B) Physical condition. No kickboxer who is not physically complete in all his members shall be allowed to compete. Kickboxer’s who can see with only one eye, or who wear contact lenses are not permitted to fight.C) Medical capacity. A kickboxer will not be permitted to compete if there is no certificate of his medical fitness, certified by the appointed doctor, in his competition history book.6 : 2 Kickboxer’s Duties:A) Respect safety at all times.B) Respect the rules of the sport.C) Respect the officials, and accept their decisions.D) Respect instructors, opponents, teammates and audience.E) Maintain dignity under all circumstances.6 : 3 Kickboxer’s Class:Age determines the class of competitors.6 : 3 : 1 A Senior competitor—18 years and older.

A Senior competitor is a competitor who has reached his/her 18th birthday on or before December 31st of the competition year. 6 : 3 : 2 An Intermediate competitor—16 and 17 year old competitors

An Intermediate competitor is a competitor who has reached his/her 16th birthday but has not reached his/her 18th birthday on or before December 31st of the competition year. 6 : 3 : 3 A Junior B competitor—14 and 15 year old competitors

A Junior B competitor is a competitor who has reached his/her 14th birthday but not yet his/her 16th birthday on or before December 31st of the competition year. 6 : 3 : 4 A Junior A competitor—11 to 13 year old competitors

A Junior A competitor is a competitor who has reached his/her 11th birthday but not yet his/her 14th birthday on or before December 31st of the competition year.

RULE 7 CATEGORY OF COMPETITOR7 : 1 Novice - is a kickboxer who has competed in 10 events or less.

A novice kickboxer may be considered for Class B competition provided the athlete has competed in at least five bouts as a novice.

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A) The wearing of a head guard is strongly recommended.B) The wearing of shin guards is mandatory.7 : 2 Class B - is a kickboxer who has competed in 10 to 15 events.

A novice kickboxer may be considered for open competition provided the athlete has competed in at least ten competitions.A) The wearing of a head guard is recommended*.B) The wearing of shin guards is recommended*.7 : 3 Open - is a kickboxer who has competed in 15 or more events.A) The wearing of head guard is optional*.B) The wearing of shin guards is optional*.C) Note: * If any athlete from any category in a competitive match decides to wear a head guard or shin guards, the opposing

athlete must wear the same gear or forfeit the match. The decision on whether both athletes choose to wear head guards and shin guards will be decided at the weigh-in and no later.

RULE 8 WEIGHT DIVISIONS FOR COMPETITIONS8 : 1 Weight Divisions for Class and Category of Male Kickboxers is as follows:Male athletes:Division: Pounds: Kilograms:Mini Flyweight 105 47.75Flyweight 109 49.5Superflyweight 112 51Bantamweight 116 52.75Superbantamweight 120 54.5Featherweight 126 57Superfeatherweight 130 59Lightweight 135 61.25Superlightweight 140 63.5Welterweight 147 67Superwelterweight 154 70Middleweight 160 72.5Supermiddleweight 167 76Lightheavyweight 175 79.5Superlightheavyweight 183 83Cruiserweight 190 86Supercruiserweight 195 88.6Heavyweight 210 95.5Superheavyweight 210 plus 95.5 plus8 : 2 Weight Divisions for Class and Category of Female Kickboxers is as follows:Mini Flyweight 106 48Atomweight 108 49Flyweight 110 50Bantamweight 114 52Superbantamweight 118 53.5Featherweight 123 56Superfeatherweight 127 57.5Lightweight 132 60Superlightweight 136 62Welterweight 140 63.5Superwelterweight 147 67Middleweight 154 70Supermiddleweight 160 72.5Lightheavyweight 167 76Superlightheavyweight 175 79.5Cruiserweight 183 83Supercruiserweight 190 86Heavyweight 190 plus 86 plus

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RULE 9 FEMALE COMPETITORS9 : 1 Bouts between females and males are not permitted.9 : 2 All Articles, Rules and Medical Regulations Governing Amateur Muay Thai and Kickboxing in Canada apply to female competitors and to bouts in which females participate, with the following modifications:9 : 3 Equipment:- 10 oz. Gloves. - Female chest guards are optional and left to the decision of the female competitor.9 : 4 Medical and Weigh-in:A) Female competitors shall be accompanied by a female coach or a female official when attending the medical examination and weigh-in.B) Medicals and weigh-ins shall be conducted out of view of members of the opposite sex, with the exception of the attending doctor(s).C) Female competitors shall report to the attending medical officer any menstrual irregularities, particularly the presence of amenorrhea (lack of menstruation).9 : 5 DownA) When a female kickboxer is down three times in one round as a result of blows to the head, the bout shall be stopped. The kickboxer receiving the blows shall lose by Referee Stops the Contest (due to Head blows) RSC(H).B) When a kickboxer is down five times in a bout from blows to the head or the body, the bout shall be stopped. The kickboxer receiving the blows shall lose the contest by RSC(H) or RSC, depending on the area of the blows.

RULE 10 REGULATIONS REGARDING THE WEIGH-IN10: 1 Single Bouts (Non-Tournament):Contestants shall be weighed in (and a brief review of the rules shall be conducted in the presence of a CMTC-A representative) on scales approved by the CMTC-A at such a time and place as may be formally designated by the CMTC-A in advance of all scheduled bouts. Contestants must weigh in a maximum of 24 hours before the event. All contestants must attend the designated weigh-in proceedings unless otherwise excused by the CMTC-A. Coaches are allowed to witness the weighing in of their athlete as well as the weighing in of the opposing athlete.10 : 2 By special permission of the Association preliminary contestants may be allowed to weigh-in not later than one hour before the scheduled time of the first match on the card.10 : 3 An amateur contestant who fails to make weight shall be given two hours to try and make weight. If during these two hours the athlete fails to make weight, the contestant may be disqualified.10 : 4 The weigh-in shall be conducted by persons nominated by the CMTC-A for the competitions. The weigh-in and medical examinations shall be conducted out of the view of the opposite sex, attending physicians excepted.10 : 5 A competitor must be passed as fit to compete by the appointed qualified doctor of medicine. One coach shall accompany the kickboxer to the medical examination area. 10 : 6 Tournament Weigh-in:The contestants at all weights shall be ready to weigh on the first morning of the competition and on the morning of each subsequent day on which they are drawn to fight. For this a time will be appointed between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Those who have weighed in on the first morning and then receive a bye or a walk-over shall not be required to weigh in for the bye or the walk-over. It shall be in the power of the executive committee or chief official to relax those timings for extenuating circumstances. Kickboxing shall not start earlier than 3 clear hours after the latest time appointed for weigh-in. 10 : 7 The weigh-in shall be conducted by persons nominated by the CMTC-A for the competitions. The weigh-in and medical examinations shall be conducted out of the view of the opposite sex, attending physicians excepted.10 : 8 A competitor shall be allowed to present him/herself at the official scales only once at the weigh-in each day. The weight recorded on that presentation is final. It is permissible, however, for the manager/coach/trainer of any competitor who has failed to make weight at the original weigh-in, to enter him/her thereupon for the higher weight for which he/she is qualified if such region or affiliate has a free place at that weight. It is also permissible for a manager/coach/trainer to substitute one kickboxer for another at any time up to the close of the first weigh-in and medical examination, provided that the substituted kickboxer was entered as reserve for that, or any other weight.10 : 9 A competitor must be passed each day as fit to compete by the appointed qualified doctor of medicine before/after being weighed in. One coach shall accompany the kickboxer to the medical examination area. 10 : 10 The weight is the one shown by the scale, with the kickboxer weighing underwear. No weight allowance shall be given for the underwear, which the kickboxer may remove if necessary to make the weight. Automatic scales may be used. Also acceptable are dead weight scales or the beam variety. The weight shall be shown in pounds and ounces, or in kilograms and grams.10 : 11 A contestant may only kickbox in the weight class shown at the time of the official weigh in.

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record book shall result in the kickboxer being ineligible to fight. No substitute booklets, cards or “temporary passport” shall be permitted. Misrepresentation of the passport by a kickboxer shall result in suspension. 10 : 13 The attending doctor of medicine shall attest to the medical fitness of the kickboxer to compete, by signing the medical booklet with the notation fit/unfit. The official in charge of the weigh-in shall record in the booklet the correct weight of the kickboxer and the fact that he/she has duly weighed in. The kickboxer’s medical booklet must be annotated after his/her bout with the result of any remarks or injury or suspension imposed.10 : 14 The weight registered at the official weigh in on the first day decides the weight class of the kickboxer for the whole of the competition. But the kickboxer will still be required to weigh in each day on which he/she is due to fight to ensure that the kickboxer’s actual weight on that day does not exceed the maximum of the kickboxer’s weight class. Should the kickboxe’rs weight fall below the minimum weight after the first day, the kickboxer will not be penalized.Note: A kickboxer to compete in a specific weight class must exceed the maximum weight allowed for the preceding weight class on the day of the official weigh in.

RULE 11 THE DRAW (TOURNAMENT)11 : 1 The draw will be conducted as follows: A) The draw shall take place after the medical inspection and weigh-in. In competitions where there are more than 4

competitors, a sufficient number of byes shall be drawn in the first series to reduce the number of competitors in the second series by 4, 8, 16, or 32.

B) Competitors drawing a bye in the first series shall be the first to kickbox in the second series. If there is an odd number of byes, the kickboxer who draws the last bye will compete in the second series against the winner of the first bout in the first series.

C) No competitor may receive a bye in the first series and a “walk-over” in the second series or two consecutive “walk-overs”. Should such a situation arise, a fresh draw shall be made of all the kickboxers remaining in the series who have not received a bye or a walk-over in the preceding series. The first kickboxer to be drawn will meet the kickboxer who has benefited from a bye or a walk-over in the normal way. The draw must take place in public. No kickboxer shall fight twice before all other kickboxers in his/her weight division have fought at least once.

In special situations CMTC-A executive or its affiliate has the right to depart from this rule.

RULE 12 ROUNDS12 : 1 Under the rules of the CMTC-A, the following shall apply:A) Seniors and Intermediate kickboxers—Rounds will be 2 minutes duration with a 1 minute rest period.B) Junior B kickboxers—Rounds will be of 1 and 1/2 minutes duration with a one minute rest period. C) Junior A kickboxers—Rounds will be of 1 minute with a one minute rest period.12 : 2 All non-title fights under all the Rules for both male and female athletes under Senior, Intermediate, and Junior Classes will be a minimum of 3 rounds duration.12 : 3 All title fights under all the Rules for both male and female athletes under Senior, Intermediate, and Junior classes will be of 5 rounds duration.12 : 4 All Full Contact Rules and Kickboxing Rules bouts shall never have their rounds exceed 2 minutes duration.12 : 5 Under Full Muay Thai rules (IFMA), athletes may kickbox a minimum of 3 rounds of 2 minutes with a 1 minute rest period or a maximum of 5 rounds of 2 minutes with a 1 minute rest period.12 : 6 In international competition, Open Kickboxer’s competing in Full Muay Thai Rules (WKA or IFMA non-tournament Rules) may kickbox 5 rounds of 3 minutes with a 2 minute rest. Approval of the CMTC-A must be granted. 12 : 7 During the interval between rounds, kickboxer’s must face the ring centre. RULE 13 THE SECOND13 : 1 Fighters are allowed 3 people in their corner, one chief corner man and 2 seconds. All 3 people are highly recommended to remain seated during the rounds. The chief corner man and the two seconds shall be governed by the following rules:13 : 2 The chief corner and only one of the seconds may mount the ring apron, but only one is allowed to step inside the line of the ropes (unless called upon by the referee).13 : 3 Advice and encouragement is allowed to be given to a competitor by his chief corner man and seconds during the progress of the rounds. The 2 seconds can applaud, cheer, or verbally acknowledge successful blows of their fighter during a round.13 : 4 The chief corner man and seconds may not give any directions to the opposing fighter with the purpose of confusing or annoying the opposing athlete. A second or an assistant second can be disqualified for derogatory, confusing or any type of coaching to an opposing athlete.

13 : 5 Chief corner men or seconds cannot place their hands on the ring apron, the ropes or any part of the ring during the

rounds. Any coach, chief corner, second or assistant second touching the canvas will see at minimum see a point deducted from their athlete’s score during the round the foul has taken place. If the foul is more severe, the referee may disqualify the

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progress of the rounds will see his/her competitor disqualified in that match.13 : 6 If a chief corner man or a second is disqualified for any reason during the progress of a bout the disqualified person may not be replaced or substituted for the remainder of that particular bout.13 : 7 Chief corner men or seconds cannot enter into any verbal dispute with the referee or officials during the bout. 13 : 8 Should the chief corner man or seconds fail to abide by the rules and/or cause a disturbance during the progress of the bout they will receive an official warning by the referee or supervisor/official. Should the infringement continue their fighter will receive a point deduction and in abhorrent cases the bout will be abandoned or if continued referred to the CMTC-A.13 : 9 The Executive Committee, jury, or official-in-charge shall have the power at anytime to disqualify or suspend for such a period as they think appropriate a coach, chief corner man or seconds for breaking any of the rules during the progress of the bout, or during any phase of the competition conducts himself in such a manner as to discredit the sport of Amateur Muay Thai, Kickboxing or Full Contact.13 : 10 A chief corner man or seconds may give in for a competitor and may, when he considers his/her kickboxer to be in difficulty, throw the towel or a sponge intro the ring, except when the referee is in the course of counting.13 : 11 The second or assistant second, before the bout or a round begins, shall remove from the platform of the ring, towels, buckets, stool, etc.13 : 12 The use of anesthetics (smelling salts) by a coach or second before, after, or during a bout is forbidden.

RULE 14 TECHNICAL OFFICIALS14 : 1 Technical Officials at CompetitionsA) Each contest shall be controlled by a referee who shall officiate in the ring, but shall not mark a scoring paper.B) Each contest shall be marked by three judges who shall be seated separated from the public and immediately adjacent to

the ring. C) They shall be seated: Three judges at the center of three sides of the ring.D) If the referee is incapacitated during the course of a bout, the timekeeper shall strike the gong or bell to stop the bout. The

first referee detailed to officiate next shall be instructed to control the bout and order kickboxing to be resumed.E) Persons acting as referees or judges in any contest or series of contests shall not at any time during the same contest or

series of contests act as team manager, trainer, chief corner, second or assistant second to any kickboxer or team of kickboxers taking part in such a contest or series of contests or so act in a contest.

14 : 2 The Jury & ArbitratorA) For all contests, the executive committee shall appoint an arbitrator and a jury of three. The arbitrator and the three jury

members shall be qualified officials and shall score all bouts. B) The jury will check the scoring papers of the judges to ensure that: 1) The points are correctly totaled. 2) The names of the

kickboxers are correctly entered. 3) A winner is nominated. 4) The scoring papers are signed.C) The President of the Jury shall then make known to the announcer the name of the kickboxer shown as winner on the

majority of the scoring papers. The verdict of the individual judges shall be announced and their total scores. D) The jury is empowered to remove from the list of tournament officials and report to the executive committee any referee

who, in its opinion, does not efficiently enforce the rules of the CMTC-A. Any judge whose marking of contests is considered unsatisfactory in comparison with other judges and jury scoring may also be removed.

E) If an official appointed for a contest is absent, the jury may appoint from the role of approved officials a suitable member to replace the absent member.

F) The decision of a referee and/or judge may be overruled by the jury under the following circumstances: 1) When the referee has given a decision which is clearly against the Articles and Rules of the CMTC-A. 2) When it is obvious that a judge has made a mistake on his score sheet which results in a wrong verdict. Note: When considering such an incident, the jury may use a VCR.

G) If circumstances should arise which would mitigate against the holding of a contest under proper conditions and if a referee should take no effective action concerning the situation, the jury may order kickboxing to cease until it may be satisfactorily resumed.

H) The jury or the acting jury may also take immediate action considered necessary to deal with circumstances which would militate against the proper conduct of kickboxing at any session.

14 : 3 The Referee14 : 3 : 1 All Referees must be trained, tested, certified and registered as a referee by the C.M.T.C.-A.14 : 3 : 2 A) A Referee shall officiate in the ring and shall not mark the scoring papers.B) The Referee shall:

1) Check the gloves and dress, mouth guard, protective gear including the cup protector and shall be alert to detect any abuse in loosening or badly tying of the gloves.

2) Before starting a contest, the Referee shall ascertain from each contestant the name of his or her chief second and shall hold the named chief second responsible for the conduct of the assistant seconds during the progress of the contest. The

Referee shall call contestants together before each bout for final instructions at which time each contestant shall be accompanied by the chief second only.

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3) To gather both fighters in the center of the ring before the bout commences and discuss the rules and explain the 3 spoken words the Referee will use during the progress of a bout. He/she shall use three words of command:

“Stop” when ordering the kickboxers to stop kickboxing.“Fight” when ordering them to continue.“Break” when breaking a clinch, upon which command each kickboxer shall step back before being ordered to

continue fighting.4) Prevent a weak kickboxer from receiving undue and unnecessary punishment.5) See that the rules and fair play are strictly observed.6) The Referee shall be charged with the general supervision of the bout. He or she enforces the rules, promotes safety

of the contestants and ensures fair play. Maintain control of the contest at all its stages.7) In the event of a kickboxer’s gloves or dress becoming undone or displaced during kickboxing competition, stop the

time and contest and have it attended to. When a mouthpiece has been dislodged, the Referee shall hand it to the coach in the nearest corner to be washed. He/she shall stand between the kickboxer and the coach and will ensure the mouthpiece is properly fitted.

8) At the end of each round, collect the scoring ballots of each judge, and he/she shall hand these papers to the scorekeeper. Full Muay Thai rules bouts (both tournament and non-tournament) shall have the scoring ballots collected at the end of the bout only. C) When the winner of a bout is announced, the Referee shall raise the hand of the winning kickboxer.D) The Referee shall indicate to a kickboxer by suitable explanatory signs or gestures any infringement of the rules. After a kickboxer has committed 3 fouls, the Referee will tell the 3 judges to deduct 1 (one) point form the offending kickboxer. The referee has the latitude to deduct points with less than three warnings or give no warnings at all. If the kickboxer persist on breaking the rules, the Referee may disqualify the kickboxer.14 : 3 : 3 Referees Criteria

A) Traits of a Referee- Fit, athletic and good coordination- Quick & discerning eye- Quick reactions- Ability to make adjustments based on the flow of the fight- Strong ring presence to the competing athletes and respective corners- Authoritative & commanding- Strong decision making skills- Clear and concise in verbal commands and explanations- Ability to remain focused

B) As the Referee, the following must be taken into consideration.- The Referee has a direct and immediate impact on a fighter’s safety. The Referee must clearly understand this

and not allow themselves to be put in a position where the safety of a fighter is jeopardized.- It is important for a Referee to have a strong understanding of the movements a fighter makes in the ring and

be able to keep up with those movements. To do this a Referee should have previous training in the sport and continue with such training. Continued training keeps the Referee sharp and in shape, it also helps the Referee keep up with the various techniques used by the fighters and how the fighters move around the ring.

- An in-depth knowledge of ALL the rules is required for a Referee, decisions must be quick and precise. A regular review of the rules needs to be done by the Referee.

- A Referee should regularly review fight tapes, making a special effort to view the performance of the Referee in those tapes. It is also valuable to regularly watch the Referees in similar sports such as boxing.

- While at events, Referees should watch the performance of other Referees and pay special attention to areas where improvements can be made.

- A Referee must never allow themselves to be unprepared for a fight. As a fighter mentally prepares and physically trains for a fight so must the Referee mentally prepare and physically train for a fight.

- It is recommended that Referees practice moving around the ring and work with fighters when they are sparring.

- First Aid training is valuable for Referees as this improves the Referees ability to make assessments on a fighters health.

C) Responsibilities of the Referee- Be mentally and physically prepared- Protect the safety of the fighters- Determine a fighters fitness and ability to fight- Ensure equipment and the ring are safe

- Ensure all other officials and doctor are ready- Enforce the rules

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- Manage, not control, the flow of the fight- Ensure fouls are not committed- Determine if fouls are committed- Administer warnings and deductions- Manage time outs- Administer counts for knock downs- Control the corners- Check judges score cards and present to score keeper- Approve the score card- Present the winner and awards

14 : 4 Referee’s DutiesA) To stop the match immediately if he/she considers one kickboxer as significantly more skilled or stronger than the other.B) To stop the match immediately when a kickboxer is in danger or is injured.C) To stop the match immediately if he/she considers one or both fighters to be faking or not committing their full efforts.D) To stop the match or warn the kickboxer of committing a foul or breaking the rules.E) To immediately disqualify a kickboxer who defiantly breaks the rules, injures or shows any aggression to the referee.F) To disqualify both the kickboxer and the corner men if his/her corner men deliberately break the rules or do not follow the referee’s directions.G) To disqualify any kickboxer who intentionally or accidentally commits the same foul three times in a match.H) To stop the match if he/she considers a kickboxer who, having received a count, unable to effectively continue the match.I) To disallow any advantage to a kickboxer who intentionally fouls in any way.14 : 5 Referee’s PowersA) If a kickboxer infringes the Rules but does not merit disqualification for such infringement, the Referee shall stop the

contest and shall issue a warning to the offender. If the Referee decides to issue a warning he/she shall:1) Order “Stop”;2) Point to the offending kickboxer and demonstrate the nature of the offence;3) Indicate that he/she is demonstrating a warning by signaling with his/her arm outstretched, the hand closed with the thumb

upright, to each of the judges;4) Order “Fight” by signal (hand) as well as the verbal command.5) Carry out all these actions in a definite manner so that no doubt is left as to his/her intention.6) In the event of a third warning, which of course brings automatic point deduction or disqualification, being administered by

the Referee, the offence must be demonstrated to the kickboxer prior to the referee sending the kickboxers to their respective corners and prior to him/her informing the jury/judges of the reason for the disqualification.

B) The Referee shall show by sign (fingers) to the kickboxer, as to how many cautions and/or warnings the kickboxer has accumulated for a specific offence.C) The Referee is empowered:1) To terminate a contest at any stage if he/she considers it too one-sided.2) To terminate a contest at any stage if one of the kickboxers had received an injury on account of which the Referee decides

he/she should not continue.3) To terminate a contest at any stage if he/she considers the contestants are not participating or fighting in earnest. In such

cases he/she may disqualify one or both of the contestants.4) To caution a kickboxer to stop during a contest and administer a warning to the kickboxer against fouls or for any other

reason in the interests of fair play, or to ensure compliance with the Rules.5) To disqualify a kickboxer who fails to comply immediately with his/her orders.6) To disqualify a second or assistant who has infringed the Rules, and if necessary, the kickboxer him/herself.7) With or without previous warning, to disqualify a contestant for committing a foul.8) In the event of a knock-down, to suspend a count if a kickboxer deliberately fails to retire to a neutral corner or delays to

do so.9) To interpret the Rules insofar as they are applicable or relevant to the actual contest or to decide and take action on any

circumstance of the contest which is not covered by a rule.D) A Referee may caution a kickboxer; a caution is the nature of advice or admonishment given by the referee to a kickboxer to check or prevent undesirable practices or the less serious infringements of the Rules. To do so the Referee will not necessarily stop the contest but may avail of a suitable safe opportunity during a round to admonish a kickboxer for an infringement of the Rules.14 : 6 JudgesA) Each judge shall independently judge the merits of the two contestants and shall decide the winner according to the Rules.B) He/she shall not speak to a contestant, nor to another judge during the bout but may if necessary at the end of a round bring

to the notice of the referee any incident which the referee may appear not to have noticed, such as the misconduct of a chief corner man, second, loose ropes, etc.

C) The number of points awarded to each competitor shall be entered by the judge in ink on his scoring paper immediately after the end of each round.

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D) A judge is advised to direct his gaze to a point midway between the two kickboxers. This will enable him/her to see and note the actions of each. Watching each kickboxer in turn is not advisable as a judge may fail to see some of the actions of the other kickboxer.

14 : 6 : 1 Judges CriteriaA) Traits of a Judge

- Quick & discerning eye- Ability to make adjustments based on the flow of the fight- Strong decision making skills- Ability to remain focused- Authoritative and commanding

B) As a Judge, the following must be taken into consideration.- The Judge has a direct and immediate impact on the decision of a bout. The Judge must clearly understand

this and not allow themselves to be put in a position where their decision-making skills are compromised.- It is important for a Judge to have a strong understanding of the movements that a fighter makes. Judges must

continually use every opportunity to educate themselves by judging fights they are not responsible for, and compare their decision with the outcome the official Judges made for the fight. It is also valuable to regularly watch similar sports such as boxing and practice judging skills on those fights

- An in-depth knowledge of ALL the rules is required for a Judge. Decisions must be quick and precise. Judges must continue studying the rules so decisions can be made quickly and without error.

- Judges must be confident in their decision-making ability. Judges must be able to justify their decisions.- A Judge must never allow themselves to be unprepared for a fight. As a fighter mentally prepares for a fight

so must the Judge.C) Responsibilities of a Judge

- Be mentally prepared- Prepare score cards and have fight lineup handy, have a pen- Ensure judges position allows full view of the ring- Be ready when the fight begins- Ensure there are no outside distractions- Allocate points based on style of the fight and as indicated by the referee- Have score cards ready to be picked up by referee- Watch fight closely to offer any assistance to referee if required

14 : 7 The TimekeeperA) The main duty of the timekeeper is to regulate the number and duration of the rounds and the interval in between rounds.B) He/she will be seated directly at ringside.C) Ten seconds before the commencement of each round he/she shall clear the ring by the orders of “Seconds Out!” or a

whistle may be used.D) He/she shall commence and end each round by striking a gong or a bell.E) He/she shall announce the number of each round clearly to the referee prior to commencing it.F) He/she shall take time off for temporary stoppages unless otherwise ordered by the referee.G) He/she shall regulate all periods of time and counts by a watch or clock.H) At a “knock-down”, he/she shall signal to the referee with his/her hand the passing of the seconds while the referee is

counting. A “Knock-down Timekeeper” is a recommended, if available. It is permissible to use a hammer or some other form or device to signal the passing of seconds while the referee is counting.

I) The timekeeper shall let the clock or timing device run during an eight count. If after the count of eight the referee does not give the command “fight”, the clock or timing device is stopped.

J) At the end of a round if a kickboxer is “down” and the referee is in the course of counting, the gong or bell indicating the end of the round will not be sounded. The gong or bell will be sounded only when the referee gives the command “Fight!”, indicating the continuation of the match. The interval in between rounds shall be of a full minute’s duration (or two depending on the rules the athletes are contesting under).

14 : 7 : 1 Time Keepers CriteriaA) Traits of a Time Keeper

- Quick and discerning eye- Precise and detailed

- Quick reactions- Ability to multi task

- Ability to remain focused

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- Authoritative and commandingB) As the Time Keeper, the following must be taken into consideration.

- The Time Keeper has a direct and immediate impact on the flow of a bout. The Time Keeper must clearly understand this and have confidence in their ability.

- The Time Keeper has a strong interaction with the referee. The Time Keeper must have a good understanding of the referees role to anticipate the referees actions and react when instructed.

- Time Keepers must understand the elapse times of bouts, for specific types of amateur bouts under all styles of kickboxing (including Full Muay Thai Rules, Modified Muay Thai Rules, Kickboxing Rules (International/Low Kick Rules) and Full Contact Rules (Above the Waist /American Kickboxing Rules). The Time Keeper is required to know round lengths and rest periods.

- Time Keepers need to continually review and understand the rules and what rules impact how a bout is timed.- Time Keepers are responsible for starting counts on knock downs. It is important to anticipate when a knock

down will occur so the count is started correctly.- A Time Keeper must never allow themselves to be unprepared for a fight. As a fighter mentally prepares for a

fight so must the Time Keeper. It is critical that the Time Keeper remain focused for the entire fight card as they are responsible for the flow.

- It is good training for a Time Keeper to time other sports such as boxing to practice their skills.C) Responsibilities of the Time Keeper

- Be mentally prepared- Ensure all tools are handy and functioning- Have copy of fight lineup available- Ensure that there is a clear understanding of fight lengths- Ensure position is comfortable and allows full view of the ring- Be ready when the fight begins- Ensure there are no outside distractions- Time fight based on stop watch & referee time outs- Watch referee closely to stop time if a time out is called- Be prepared to start knock down counts

14 : 8 The Score KeeperA) The main duty of the Score Keeper is to record the scores from each judge for each round of a bout on the master score sheet (or add the totals of the scores from each judge at the end of a Muay Thai bout).B) He/she will be responsible to ensure that all foul deductions have been recorded on each of the judges score cards during the round they occur after the referee hands them to him/her at the end of each round of the contest. C) At the end of the contest, the Score Keeper will be responsible for totaling the scores for each judge in order to come to the final decision for the bout. The majority in the outcome of scores will be the official decision (once approved by the referee, jury or CMTC-A representative).C) After totaling the scores from the three judges, the Score Keeper will indicate on the master score sheet the outcome of the bout i.e. unanimous, split, majority, etc. and who is the winner (both by the athletes name and color of the corner the athlete represents). D) He/she will be seated directly at ringside.14 : 8 : 1 Score Keepers Criteria

A) Traits of a Score Keeper- Ability to quickly and accurately complete a task- Precise and detailed under pressure- Good addition & penmanship skills- Ability to remain focused

B) As the Score Keeper, the following must be taken into consideration.- The Score Keeper has a direct impact on the results announced. The Score Keeper must clearly understand

this and have confidence in their ability.- The Score Keeper is required to transpose the results from the score cards, so the Score Keeper must be

accurate and precise.- Score Keepers determine how a bout is announced (whether it is unanimous, TKO, knockout, etc.) so a Score

Keeper needs to continually review and understand the rules and what rules impact how a decision is made. - At times the Score Keeper may be required to assist the Time Keeper. Score Keepers need to have a strong

understanding of a Time Keepers responsibilities in order to provide assistance correctly.

- The Score Keeper must never allow themselves to be unprepared for a fight. As a fighter mentally prepares for a fight so must the Score Keeper. To ensure no mistakes are made, the Score Keeper must stay focused on the fight and their responsibilities.

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- Be mentally prepared- Ensure score sheets are filled out, have a pen- Have copy of fight lineup available- Ensure position is comfortable and allows full view of the ring- Be ready when the fight begins- Ensure there are no outside distractions- Be prepared to assist timer if required- Be aware of who the judges are- Complete score sheets accurately and ensure they are legible

RULE 15 DECISIONS15 : 1 Win on Points

At the end of a contest, the kickboxer who has been awarded the decision by a majority of judges shall be declared the winner. If both kickboxers are injured, or are knocked out simultaneously, and cannot continue the contest, the judges shall record the points gained by each kickboxer up to its termination, and the kickboxer who was leading on points up to the actual end of the contest shall be declared the winner. 15 : 2 Win by Retirement

If a kickboxer retires voluntarily owing to injury or other cause, or if he/she fails to resume kickboxing immediately after the rest in between rounds, his/her opponent shall be declared the winner.15 : 3 Win by Referee Stopping Contest (R.S.C.)A) Outclassed

If a kickboxer, in the opinion of the referee, is being outclassed or is receiving undue excessive punishment, the bout shall be stopped and his/her opponent declared the winner.B) Referee Stops Contest (Head) - RSC (H)

When the referee has stopped the contest due to a kickboxer having received hard blows to the head making him/her defenseless or incapable of continuing, the decision shall be RSC(H). The referee shall indicate to the jury and the judges to annotate the score card RSC(H). It is recommended at National Level and International Level, that the referee first check with the ringside physician before rendering this decision.C) Injury

If a kickboxer, in the opinion of the referee, is unfit to continue because of injury or other physical reasons, the bout shall be stopped and the opponent declared the winner. The right to make this decision rests with the referee who may consult the doctor. Having consulted the doctor, the referee must follow the doctor’s advice.Important Note:

The attending physician has the right to temporarily stop a bout during the round to determine whether or not the bout should be terminated because of the kickboxer’s injury or condition. To do this, the doctor shall be seated next to the timekeeper, whom he/she will instruct to sound the gong or bell twice. He/she will then examine the kickboxer and give the referee his/her advice as to whether the bout should be stopped or not. The referee must follow the doctor’s advice.D) When an RSC decision is given, the attending physician shall examine the kickboxer and shall certify in writing whether the kickboxer can resume kickboxing in less than thirty days.15 : 4 Win by Disqualification

If a kickboxer is disqualified, his opponent shall be declared the winner. If both kickboxers are disqualified, the decision shall be announced accordingly. A disqualified kickboxer shall not be entitled to any prize, medal, trophy, honorable award or grading, relating to any stage of the competition in which he/she has been disqualified. In exceptional cases it shall be open to the jury or the acting jury, and where there shall be no jury, to the person or the persons responsible for the conduct of the event in which the disqualification takes place to rule otherwise. 15 : 5 Win by Knock-out (including KKO)

If a kickboxer is “down” (i.e. knocked down), and fails to resume kickboxing within ten seconds, the opponent shall be declared the winner by knock-out.

A Kick Knock-out will be indicated by a KKO on the master score sheet.15 : 6 No Contest

A bout may be terminated by the referee inside the scheduled distance owing to a material happening outside the responsibility of the kickboxers or the control of the referee, such as the ring becoming damaged, the failure of the lighting supply, exceptional weather conditions, etc. In such circumstances the bout shall be declared a “no-contest”, and in the case of

championships, the jury shall decide the necessary further action. 15 : 7 Win by Walk-over

When a kickboxer presents him/herself in the ring fully attired for kickboxing and the opponent fails to appear within three minutes after his name has been called out by the public address system, the referee shall declare the first kickboxer winner by

walk-over. The referee shall first inform the judges to mark their papers accordingly, collect them and then summon 25

the kickboxer to the center of the ring and after the decision is announced, raise his/her hand as winner. Note: The above procedure need not be followed if the jury or official in charge is aware of a kickboxer being unable to attend his/her scheduled bout, i.e. due to injury, etc. 15 : 8 Draw

Draw decisions are permitted only in non-tournament bouts.

RULE 16 DIRECTIVES CONCERNING HITS, FOULS, AND THE AWARDING OF POINTS16 : 1 Directive Concerning HitsA) During each round, a judge shall assess the respective scores of each kickboxer according to the number of hits obtained by

each. Each hit to have scoring value must, without being blocked or guarded, land directly with the knuckle part of the closed glove or striking area of the foot (Ball, heel, bottom, instep or shin) on any part of the front or sides of the head, or body above the belt (or legs in ‘Kickboxing/International Rules’ or Muay Thai Rules). Strikes landing as above are described as scoring hits.

B) The value of hits scored in a rally or infighting shall be assessed at the end of such rally and shall be credited to the kickboxer who has had the better of the exchanges according to the degree of superiority.

C) Hits which are struck by a kickboxer: 1) while infringing any of the rules, or 2) with the side, the heel, or the inside of the glove or with the open glove, e.g. with any part of the glove other than knuckle part of the closed glove, or 3) which lands on the arms, or 4) which merely connect, without the weight of the body or the shoulder, are not scoring hits.

16 : 2 Directive Concerning FoulsA) During each round, a referee shall assess the seriousness of and shall impose a warning or a suitable scoring penalty for any

foul committed by an athlete witnessed by him/her. B) If the referee penalizes one of the competitors, the judges will mark the subtracted point on their score pad in the offending

athlete’s column. They will then continue to judge the round and score it. Then he/she will subtract the penalty from his/her final score at the end of the round.

16 : 3 Directive Concerning the Awarding or PointsA) Ten points shall be awarded for each round to the winner of the round. The winning kickboxer shall receive ten points

while the opponent will receive proportionately less.B) If, at the end of the round and having marked each round in accordance with 16 : 1 and 16 : 2, a judge shall find the

kickboxer’s are equal in points, he/she shall award the decision to the kickboxer: 1) who has done the most leading off, or who has shown the better style, or, if equal in that respect, 2) who has shown the better defense (blocking, parrying, avoiding, etc.) by which the opponent’s attacks have been made to miss. The judge shall mark his/her card “leading off”, “style”, or “defense” accordingly by the winner.

C) It is recommended that a winner of each round is nominated. D) An extra point will be given to the athlete who scores a knock-down.E) It is recommended that where possible, judges refrain from scoring a 10-10 round except in the case where a referee’s

warning or a referee’s deduction would even both kickboxer’s totals.16 : 4 Methods of ScoringA) The maximum score for each round is 10 points, the loser scoring either 9, 8, or 7. Anything scored less than a 7 in a round is considered a mismatch and the bout should be stopped in favor of the athlete with 10 points.B) A draw round will be scored as 10 points for both kickboxers.C) The winner’s and loser’s scores in an indecisive round will be recorded as 10:10 respectively.D) The winner’s and loser’s scores in a decisive round will be recorded as 10: 9 respectively.E) The winner’s and loser’s scores in an indecisive round with a single knock down will be recorded as 10: 9 respectively.F) The winner’s and loser’s scores in a decisive round with a single knock down will be recorded as 10: 8 respectively.G) The winner’s and loser’s scores in a decisive round with a double knock down will be recorded as 10: 7 respectively.H) Any kickboxer who commits a foul will have points deducted from his score in the round the foul was committed.16 : 5 Awarding of Points

The criteria for awarding points are as follows:16 : 5 For kickboxing, implying the use of the bodily weapons employed in fighting, which are fists, legs, knees, elbows. 16 : 5 : 1 Scoring hits in each round. The judges shall award points to each kickboxer according to the number of unparried hits with impact that conform to the rules with impact and without being blocked or guarded, and such actions which have caused his/her opponent disadvantage shall be awarded points. In close fighting or clinches, points will be awarded to the kickboxer who use his/her weapons far better than the opponent when the clinch ends.16 : 5 : 2 Unscored hits are as follows:A) Kickboxing which infringes on any of the rules.

B) Hitting at the arms or the legs of the opponent while he/she is using them as self-protection.C) Hitting the opponent, but with neither weight nor powerful force from the body.16 : 6 FULL MUAY THAI SCORING (IFMA and WKA Rules)The Whole body will be a scoring area, with the exception of illegal targets. Illegal targets include the back of the head, the spine, the throat, the groin, and the joints.

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Points will be scored by:- Points will be awarded for a correct Thai Boxing style, combined with hard and accurate strikes.- Points will be awarded for aggressive and dominating Muay Thai skill.- Points will be awarded for a fighter actively dominating his opponent.- Points will be awarded for the use of traditional Thai style of defense and counter-attack.- Points will be awarded for maneuvering an opponent to the canvas followed an attempted strike that does

not hit and has no step taken before the follow up is executed.- Points will be deducted from a boxer who fouls or breaks the rules.- An effective strike or series of strikes by punch, elbow, kick, or knee kick. Effective blows can be those

that are blocked but hinder the athlete from using the limb effectively afterwards. In the case of a draw, a preference will be given to the athlete most effectively using roundhouse kicks to the body.

- Effective control of the opponent in the clinch. - Any other effective method not being illegal, which the judge deems to weaken the opponent.- Knock-downs.- Controlling the ring.- Any effective manipulation of the opponent’s balance while in a clinch.

2) The judges will deduct points as follows:a) A point deduction ordered by the referee.b) An appropriate amount for counts received.

3) The judge may not deduct points except by direction of the referee (except when making his personal deduction for counts).

4) Where a fight is stopped as a no-contest, there is no winner. The bout is fully recorded.5) Where a fight is stopped as a result of a foul and the fighter who was fouled cannot continue, even after a reasonable

time has been given to him to recover, the fighter who committed the foul will be disqualified.6) Where a fight is stopped as a result of an accidental injury:

a) If the fight is stopped in the first two rounds, a no-contest will be declared.b) If the stoppage occurs in the third round or later, the points will be totaled and the fighter ahead on points will

be judged the winner.16 : 6 : 1 Wai Kru & the Use of Traditional Thai Music1) Prior to the start of the first round, both fighters shall perform the Wai Kru (paying respect to the teacher) accompanied by the appropriate Thai traditional music.2) It is strongly recommended that athletes fighting under Full Muay Thai Rules perform a Wai Kru.3) Traditional Thai music will play during each competitive round and will be turned off in between rounds.16 : 6 :2 Clinching in Full Muay Thai RulesThe clinching technique may be used during a Full Muay Thai match. While in a clinch one or both of the kickboxers wrap their arm or arm's around the upper body of their opponent, typically the neck or head. Clinching under the arms or taking control of an opponent’s arm or arms is also allowed. Clinches cannot be executed from the back of an opponent. When one kickboxer is turned with their back facing the other kickboxer, the referee will break the clinch.

1) During a clinch, knees, kicks, punches and elbows are allowed. Elbows and knees to the head of the opponent are legal. The heel can be used to strike the back of an opponents legs, but the legs of an opponent cannot be locked by wrapping ones legs around one or both of the opponents legs, preventing movement.

2) The clinch will be separated when the referee determines that no activity has taken place for a period of 3 to 5 seconds. No activity is determined when both kickboxers have not thrown a striking technique or when at least one of the kickboxers is not working towards dominance of the clinch.

3) A spinning technique may be used to move the other kickboxer in order to gain dominance, to execute a striking technique or to spin their opponent to the ground without the use of foot sweeps or foot reaps.

4) Fouls: - Headlocks, arm/joint locks are not allowed while in the clinch. - While using the spinning technique no judo or wrestling throws are allowed.- The opponent cannot be lifted up off the ground and then thrown.- Holding the ropes and using them is not allowed.- Locking the opponent's legs or tripping the opponent with a foot sweep or reap is illegal.- Executing the clinch from behind. - A kickboxer can not break a clinch by gouging or locking of the hands at the base of the spine and pushing the upper

body backwards (known as back breaking). - Not breaking the clinch when instructed by the referee will result in a warning and/or point deduction.5) Techniques used that are not permitted in Full Muay Thai Rules will also result in a foul. Any fouls committed will

result in the clinch being separated and may result in a warning or point deduction from the referee to the offending kickboxer.

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16 : 7 MODIFIED MUAY THAI SCORING (WKA Rules)The Whole body will be a scoring area, with the exception of illegal targets. Illegal targets include the back of the head, the spine, the throat, the groin, and the joints. No elbow attacks at all and no knees are allowed to be delivered at the opponent’s head.1) Points will be scored by:

- Points will be awarded for a correct Thai Boxing style, combined with hard and accurate strikes.- Points will be awarded for aggressive and dominating Muay Thai skill.- Points will be awarded for a fighter actively dominating his opponent.- Points will be awarded for the use of traditional Thai style of defense and counter-attack.- Points will be deducted from a boxer who fouls or breaks the rules.- An effective strike or series of strikes by punch, kick, or knee. Effective blows can be those that are

blocked but hinder the athlete from using the limb effectively afterwards. In the case of a draw, a preference will be given to the athlete most effectively using roundhouse kicks to the body.

- Effective control of the opponent in the clinch. - Any other effective method not being illegal, which the judge deems to weaken the opponent.- Knock-downs.- Controlling the ring.- Any effective manipulation of the opponent’s balance while in a clinch.

2) The judges will deduct points as follows:a) A point deduction ordered by the referee.b) An appropriate amount for counts received.

3) The judge may not deduct points except by direction of the referee (except when making his personal deduction for counts).

4) Where a fight is stopped as a no-contest, there is no winner. The bout is fully recorded.5) Where a fight is stopped as a result of a foul and the fighter who was fouled cannot continue, even after a reasonable

time has been given to him to recover, the fighter who committed the foul will be disqualified.6) Where a fight is stopped as a result of an accidental injury:

a) If the fight is stopped in the first two rounds, a no-contest will be declared.b) If the stoppage occurs in the third round or later, the points will be totaled and the fighter ahead on points will

be adjudged the winner.16 : 7 : 1 Wai Kru & the Use of Traditional Thai Music1) Prior to the start of the first round, both fighters are recommended to perform the Wai Kru (paying respect to the teacher) accompanied by the appropriate Thai traditional music.2) It is strongly encouraged that athletes fighting under Modified Muay Thai Rules perform a Wai Kru.3) Traditional Thai music will play during each competitive round and will be turned off in between rounds.16 : 7 : 2 Clinching in Modified Muay Thai RulesThe clinching technique may be used during a Modified Muay Thai match. While in a clinch one or both of the kickboxers wrap their arm or arm's around the upper body of their opponent, typically the neck or head. Clinching under the arms or taking control of an opponent’s arm or arms is also allowed. Clinches cannot be executed from the back of an opponent. When one kickboxer is turned with their back facing the other kickboxer, the referee will break the clinch.

1) During a clinch, knees, kicks, and punches are allowed. No knee attacks to the head are allowed in Modified Muay Thai Rules whether in the clinch or not. The heel can be used to strike the back of an opponents legs, but the legs of an opponent cannot be locked by wrapping ones legs around one or both of the opponents legs, preventing movement.

2) The clinch will be separated when the referee determines that no activity has taken place for a period of 3 to 5 seconds. No activity is determined when both kickboxers have not thrown a striking technique or when at least one of the kickboxers is not working towards dominance of the clinch.

3) A spinning technique may be used to move the other kickboxer in order to gain dominance, to execute a striking technique or to spin their opponent to the ground without using a foot sweep or a foot reap.

4) Fouls: - The use of elbows.- Kneeing the head.- Headlocks, arm/joint locks are not allowed while in the clinch. - While using the spinning technique no judo or wrestling throws are allowed.- The opponent cannot be lifted off the ground then thrown.

- Holding the ropes and using them is not allowed.- Locking the opponent's legs or tripping the opponent with a foot sweep or reap is illegal.- Executing the clinch from behind. - A kickboxer can not break a clinch by gouging or locking of the hands at the base of the spine and pushing the upper

body backwards (known as back breaking).

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- Not breaking the clinch when instructed by the referee will result in a warning and/or point deduction.5) Techniques used that are not permitted in Modified Muay Thai Rules will result in a foul. Any fouls committed will

result in the clinch being separated and may result in a warning or point deduction from the referee to the offending kickboxer. 16 : 8 KICKBOXING SCORING (WKA)The front and sides of the head and the body (above the waist) and the insides and outsides of the thigh and calf will be the scoring areas, with the exception of illegal targets. Illegal targets include the back of the head, the spine, the throat, the groin, and the joints, the front of the thighs. No elbow attacks and no knee attacks are allowed to be delivered to the opponent.1) Points will be scored by:

- Points will be awarded for unparried hits that conform to the rules and are hard and accurate strikes.- Low kicks into the outside and inside of the thighs carry the same scoring weight as a punch.- Effective above the waist kicking carries more weight than the same amount of scoring punches. - Points will be awarded for dominating the opponent. This includes a ‘hit and run’ defense.- Points will be deducted from a boxer who fouls or breaks the rules.- Points will be awarded for knock-downs.- Any other effective method not being illegal, which the judge deems to weaken the opponent.

2) The judges will deduct points as follows:a) A point deduction ordered by the referee.b) An appropriate amount for counts received.

3) The judge may not deduct points except by direction of the referee (except when making his personal deduction for counts).

4) Where a fight is stopped as a no-contest, there is no winner. The bout is fully recorded.5) Where a fight is stopped as a result of a foul and the fighter who was fouled cannot continue, even after a reasonable

time has been given to him to recover, the fighter who committed the foul will be disqualified.6) Where a fight is stopped as a result of an accidental injury:

a) If the fight is stopped in the first two rounds, a no-contest will be declared.b) If the stoppage occurs in the third round or later, the points will be totaled and the fighter ahead on points will

be adjudged the winner.16 : 9 FULL CONTACT SCORING (WKA)The front and sides of the head and the body (and only above the waist) will be the scoring area, with the exception of illegal targets. Illegal targets include the back of the head, the spine, the throat, the groin, and the joints, and all areas of the legs below the waist. No elbow attacks, no knee attacks and no kick attacks to the opponent’s leg are allowed to be delivered to the opponent.1) Points will be scored by:

- Points will be awarded for unparried hits that conform to the rules and are hard and accurate strikes.- Effective above the waist kicking carries more weight than the same amount of scoring punches. - Points will be awarded for dominating the opponent. This includes a ‘hit and run’ defense.- Points will be deducted from a boxer who fouls or breaks the rules.- Points will be awarded for knock-downs.- Any other effective method not being illegal, which the judge deems to weaken the opponent.

2) The judges will deduct points as follows:a) A point deduction ordered by the referee.b) An appropriate amount for counts received.

3) The judge may not deduct points except by direction of the referee (except when making his personal deduction for counts).

4) Where a fight is stopped as a no-contest, there is no winner. The bout is fully recorded.5) Where a fight is stopped as a result of a foul and the fighter who was fouled cannot continue, even after a reasonable

time has been given to him to recover, the fighter who committed the foul will be disqualified.6) Where a fight is stopped as a result of an accidental injury:

a) If the fight is stopped in the first two rounds, a no-contest will be declared.b) If the stoppage occurs in the third round or later, the points will be totaled and the fighter ahead on points will

be adjudged the winner.16 : 10 Minimum Kick Requirement Under Full Contact RulesUnder Full Contact Rules there is a minimum kick requirement of six kicks per round, although the CMTC-A no longer uses

kick counters. If the referee feels that a fighter is not kicking enough he may give a verbal warning. The athlete has the following round to make up on kicks. If the fighter continues without using enough kicks, the referee may deduct a point. Judges should take note of referees warnings and score against the fighter who is not performing enough kicks.

RULE 17 FOULS17 : 1 Cautions, Warnings, DisqualificationsAny contestant guilty of foul tactics in a bout shall be given an immediate warning and/or points deducted from the contestant’s

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total score as determined by the referee. The use of foul tactics also may result in disqualification of the contestant. If a foul has been committed, the referee may issue a warning, or disqualify the offender. However, the referee is under no obligation to issue any particular penalty, but will base his/her decision on: A) The safety factor B) The correct application of the rules to afford both contestants a fair chance of winning.The competitor who does not obey the instructions of the referee, acts against kickboxing rules, competes in an unsportsmanlike manner, or commits fouls, can, at the discretion of the referee, be cautioned, warned, have a point deducted, or disqualified without warning. A referee may, without stopping the contest, caution the kickboxer at some safe opportunity. If he/she intends to warn the kickboxer, he/she shall stop the contest, point to the guilty competitor, and he/she shall demonstrate the infringement. A referee, may give up to three warnings for a foul but on the third warning, must deduct a point from the guilty competitor. The referee has the discretion to deduct a point with less than three warnings if he/she feels the foul was a deliberate foul attempt by a competitor. Only three point deductions may be given to the same kickboxer in one contest. The third point deduction results in automatic disqualification.17 : 2 The kickboxer is responsible for the conduct of the chief corner and seconds: the kickboxer may be penalized in the same way for offences committed by the chief corner or the seconds.17 : 3 If a referee has any reason to believe a foul has been committed which he/she has not seen, he/she shall consult one or more of the judges to verify whether a foul was committed or not. If, according to one of the judges, a foul has been committed, the referee should caution, warn, deduct a point, or disqualify the offender. If, on the other hand, the blow according to all of the judges was not a foul, then the referee should continue the round as in ordinary course.17 : 4 The Following are Fouls:A) Hits or blows with head, shoulder, forearm, throttling of the opponent pressing with arm or elbow in the opponent’s face, pressing the head of the opponent back over the ropes.B) Hitting with open gloves, the inside of the glove, wrist or side of hand.C) Hits landing on the back of the opponent, and especially any blow on the back of the neck, head and kidneys.D) Attack while holding the ropes or making an unfair use of the ropes.E) Lying on. Wrestling and throwing in the clinch.F) An attack on an opponent who is down or who is in the act of rising.G) Ducking below the belt of the opponent in a manner dangerous to the opponent.H) Completely passive defense by means of double cover and intentionally falling or turning his/her back to avoid a blow.I) Useless aggression or offensive utterances during a round.J) Attempting to strike an opponent immediately after the referee has ordered “Break” and before taking a step back.K) Assaulting or behaving in an aggressive manner towards a referee at any time.L) Spitting or biting.M) Jabbing the eyes with the thumb of the glove.N) Attacking after the bell has sounded ending the round, or when the opponent is out of the ring.O) Intentionally pushing, shoving, or wrestling an opponent out of the ring with any part of the body.P) Purposely going down without being hit.Q) Any unsportsmanlike action, which causes injury to an opponent.R) Using a spinning back fist.S) Deliberate use of any scraping blow, or rabbit blow.T) Anti-joint techniques (striking or applying leverage against any joint).U) Striking the groin.V) Wrestling by use of back or arm locks, or any similar judo or wrestling style hold or lifting your opponent off his feet and throwing him down over a hip or a shoulder. Throwing or taking an opponent to the floor in any unauthorized manner.17 : 4 : 1 StallingA) A contestant who intentionally refuses to engage an opponent for a prolonged period of time, or who deliberately clinches

or holds onto an opponent shall receive an immediate warning from the referee. If the contestant continues to utilize such passive tactics after receiving one warning during the round, points shall be deducted from the contestant’s total score as determined by the referee.

B) If the contestant repeats the passive tactics, either in the same round or in the following rounds, he or she may be considered guilty of a foul and penalized accordingly.

C) In amateur bouts, the referee shall stop the clock and separate the contestants whenever one contestant’s mouthpiece is knocked free of the mouth. The referee will appoint a corner man to wash and replace the mouthpiece in the contestant’s mouth. No contestant will be permitted to fight without a mouthpiece. Continuous dropping of the mouthpiece by a

contestant shall be considered a foul and will be penalized accordingly.Note: MouthguardsA kickboxer who during a bout drops his/her mouth guard to the floor for a second time shall receive a warning if it happens a third time for any reason, he/she shall receive a point deduction.17 : 5 The Purpose of a Warning: The purpose of a warning is to deter fighters from breaking rules during the fight and to protect the fighters from injury.

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17 : 6 Full Muay Thai Rules Fouls (IFMA-AMAT, WKA):In conjunction with the above overall rules, Full Muay Thai Rules (IFMA-AMAT, WKA) also incorporates the

following fouls into the rules:(1) Taking more than two steps while holding the opponents leg (plowing) before striking.(2) Hooking the opponent’s leg and making him fall (i.e. tripping your opponent).(3) Holding the ropes while striking your opponent.(4) Grabbing the ropes to force a break.(5) Elbow attacks or any attack to the back of the head or the spine.(6) Deliberately falling on one’s opponent with a knee or an elbow.(7) Pulling the elbow pads or the shin pads to expose an uncovered striking surface.(8) Stepping on the opponent’s foot to prevent the opponent from moving or kicking.17 : 7 Modified Muay Thai Rules Fouls:

In conjunction with the above overall rules, Modified Muay Thai Rules (WKA) also incorporates the following fouls into the rules:(1) Taking more than two steps while holding the opponents leg (plowing) before striking.(2) Hooking the opponent’s leg and making him fall (i.e. tripping your opponent).(3) Holding the ropes while striking your opponent.(4) Grabbing the ropes to force a break.(5) Any elbow attack.(6) Deliberately falling on one’s opponent with a knee or an elbow.(7) Pulling the shin pads to expose an uncovered striking surface.(8) Stepping on the opponent’s foot to prevent the opponent from moving or kicking.(9) Kicking into the knee, or striking below the belt in any unauthorized manner.(10) Knee attacks to the head or face.17 : 8 Kickboxing (International / Low Kick Rules) Fouls:

In conjunction with the above overall rules, Kickboxing (International/Low Kick) Rules (WKA) also incorporates the following fouls into the rules:(1) No use of the elbow as an attacking weapon.(2) No use of the knee as an attacking weapon.(3) No attacks to any joints on an opponent (legal weapon or not).(4) No catching of kicks.(5) No holding and hitting.(6) No pulling and hitting.(7) Kicking into the knee, or striking below the belt in any unauthorized manner. No kicks are allowed into the front of the leg

in any manner.(8) Leg checking the opponent’s leg or stepping on the opponent’s foot to prevent the opponent from moving or kicking.(9) Holding any part of the body or deliberately maintaining a clinch for any purpose.(10) Holding below the belt, tripping, butting with the foot and knee. (11) Holding or locking of the opponent’s head or arm, or pushing an arm underneath the arm of the opponent.(12) Attacks to the top of the opponent’s head.17 : 9 Full Contact (Above the Waist / American Kickboxing) Rules Fouls:

In conjunction with the above overall rules, Full Contact (Above the waist only) Rules (WKA) also incorporates the following fouls into the rules:(1) No use of the elbow as an attacking weapon.(2) No use of the knee as an attacking weapon.(3) No attacks to any joints on an opponent (legal weapon or not).(4) No catching of kicks.(5) No holding and hitting.(6) No kicks below the waist(7) No striking below the belt.(8) Leg checking the opponent’s leg or stepping on the opponent’s foot to prevent the opponent from moving or kicking.(9) Holding any part of the body or deliberately maintaining a clinch for any purpose.(10) Holding below the belt, tripping, butting with the foot and knee.

(11) Holding or locking of the opponent’s head or arm, or pushing an arm underneath the arm of the opponent.(12) Attacks to the top of the opponent’s head.

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A) If a bout is stopped because of an accidental foul, the referee shall determine whether or not the contestant who has been fouled can continue. The referee may consult with the attending physician. If the contestant’s chances have not been seriously jeopardized as a result of the foul, the referee may order the bout continued after a reasonable interval.

B) On the other hand, if by reason of accidental foul a contestant shall be rendered unfit to continue the contest, the bout shall be terminated. The scorekeeper shall tally all scores, subtracting all penalties. If the injured contestant is behind on points in the majority opinion of the judges, then the referee shall declare the contest to be a technical draw. But if the injured contestant has a lead in points, then the referee shall declare him or her to be the winner by technical decision.

C) Further, should an accidental foul terminate a bout during the first round, the referee shall declare the contest to be a technical draw.

D) An athlete who has been fouled in the groin has up to 5 minutes to rest and regain his/her composure before resuming the match. Three accidental fouls into the groin will automatically see the offending athlete disqualified from the contest and the bout awarded to the opposing athlete.

RULE 19 DOWNSA kickboxer who is down, whether as the result of a blow or a slip shall be protected by the referee.19 : 1 Definition: The kickboxer is considered “down” if in the referee’s opinion:19 : 1 : 1 he/she touches the floor of the ring with any part of his/her body other than his/her feet, due to the effect of one or more successive blows.19 : 1 : 2 he/she hangs helplessly on the ropes, due to the effect of one or more successive blows.19 : 1 : 3 the whole or part of the body is outside the ring, due to the effect of one or more successive blows.19 : 1 : 4 following a heavy punch, he/she has not fallen and is not lying on the ropes, but is in semi-conscious state, has dropped his/her guard and is obviously incapable of defending him/herself. The referee should administer a standing eight count or if he/she thinks the kickboxer is unfit to continue, he/she should stop the bout immediately, thus saving the kickboxer from unnecessary punishment and possible injury. 19 : 2 Counting:In the case of a knock-down, the referee shall immediately begin to count the seconds. If a kickboxer is down, the opponent must at once go to a neutral corner, designated by the referee. He/she may only continue against the opponent who is knocked down after the latter has got up and on the command “Fight” of the referee. Should the opponent not go to the neutral corner on the command of the referee, the referee shall stop counting until the opponent has done so. The counting shall then be continued where it has been interrupted.19 : 2 : 1 When a kickboxer is down, the referee shall count aloud from one to ten with intervals of a second between numbers, and shall indicate each second with fingers of his/her hand in such a manner that the kickboxer who has been knocked down may be aware of the count. Before the number “one” is counted, an interval of a second must have elapsed from the time when the kickboxer has fallen to the floor, and the time of announcing “one”.19 : 3 The responsibility of the opponent:If a kickboxer is “down”, the opponent shall go to a neutral corner immediately on the order of the referee. He/she will compete with the “down” kickboxer, after the latter is on his feet again, and the referee has ordered to “fight”.19 : 4 Counting to eight:If a kickboxer is “down” due to having been hit, the contest will not continue until the referee has counted to eight, even though the “down” kickboxer is ready to fight before the count to eight is finished.19 : 5 A Knock-out:When the referee counts to ten and then motions with the hands, the contest is terminated and is declared a “knock-out”.19 : 6 A kickboxer is “down” at the end of a round. In the case of a kickboxer being “down” when the round has ended, if it is not the final round, the referee shall make the count. If the referee counts until ten, the “down” kickboxer will lose by knock-out, but if the “down” kickboxer is able to resume the fight before the count reaches ten, the referee shall immediately order the kickboxers to their respective corners. The kickboxer is down at the end of the final round and he/she can be saved by the bell signaling the end of the contest.19 : 7 If a kickboxer has been knocked down as a result of a blow and the bout is continued after the count of 8 has been reached, but the kickboxer falls again without having received a fresh blow, the referee shall continue the counting from the count of 8 at which he/she had stopped.19 : 8 Both kickboxers are “down”. If both kickboxers go down at the same time, the referee shall continue the count as long as one of them is down. If both kickboxers remain down until “10” the bout will be stopped and the decision of the contest will be in accordance with the points awarded up to the time of the down.

19 : 9 A kickboxer is unable to resume the contest immediately after the termination of the rest interval, or who, when knocked down by a blow, fails to resume within ten seconds, shall have lost the contest.19 : 10 Criteria for the number of counts. When a contestant is counted 3 times in the same round as a result of blows to the head, or 5 times in the same match, the referee shall stop the contest. The kickboxer receiving the blows will lose the contest by Referee Stops the Contest—Head—R.S.C. (H).

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19 : 11 When a kickboxer is knocked down by a blow to the body and is unable to continue, and the referee has counted to ten, the decision shall be Referee Stops the Contest—Body “R.S.C.—Body” and not KO. A kickboxer who is down must demonstrate to the referee that he/she is ready to compete by raising his/her hands in a defensive position.19 : 12 Downs Caused by Fouls:Any “down” or count caused by a foul shall not be included in the compulsory count limit.19 : 13 A contestant shall not be declared knocked down if he or she is pushed, thrown, or accidentally slips to the floor. The determination as to whether a contestant is pushed, thrown or slips to the floor, rather than being knocked down, shall be made by the referee.

RULE 20 STANDING EIGHT-COUNTA) The referee may, at his or her discretion, administer an eight-count to a contestant who has been stunned, but who remains

standing. He or she shall direct the contestant’s opponent to a neutral corner, then begin counting from one to eight, examining the stunned contestant as he or she counts. If, after completing the standing eight-count, the referee determines that the contestant is able to continue, he or she shall order the bout to resume. But if the referee determines that the contestant is not able to continue, he or she shall stop the contest and declare the contestant’s opponent to be the winner by technical knockout.

B) Judges have the authority to discern whether the standing eight-count was justified or not. If they feel the standing eight-count was warranted it will score in favor of the opposing athlete. If the standing eight-count was premature, the judge does not have to give any weight to the introduction of the standing eight-count in favor of the opposing athlete.

RULE 21: PROCEDURE AFTER KNOCK-OUTS21 : 1 An unconscious kickboxer. If a kickboxer is rendered unconscious, then only the referee and the doctor shall be permitted to be in the ring, unless the doctor needs extra help, when others may be called into the ring. The kickboxer should be transported to the nearest hospital with a neurosurgery department by an ambulance.21 : 2 Any kickboxer who has been knocked out as a result of a head blow in a contest or where the referee has stopped the contest due to a kickboxer having received hard blows to the head, R.S.C. (H), making him/her defenseless or incapable of continuing, shall be examined by a doctor immediately afterwards and accompanied to his/her home or suitable accommodation by one of the officials on duty at that competition.21 : 3 A kickboxer who has received an acute knockout as a result of a head blow during a contest shall not be permitted to take part in competitive kickboxing or sparring for a period of at least 45 days after he/she has been knocked out. Where the referee has stopped the contest due to a kickboxer having received hard blows to the head (R.S.C.H.) making him/her defenseless and incapable of continuing, the kickboxer shall not be permitted to take part in competitive kickboxing or sparring for a period of at least 30 days, or as determined by the attending ringside physician, after the referee has stopped the contest due to head blows. 21 : 4 A kickboxer who has been knocked out as a result of head blows or where the referee has stopped the contest due to a kickboxer having received hard blows to the head, R.S.C. (H), making him/her defenseless or incapable of continuing, twice in a period of three months, shall not be permitted to take part in competitive kickboxing or sparring during a period of 120 days from the second knockout, or 90 days from the second R.S.C. (H).21 : 5 A kickboxer who has been knocked out as a result of head blows or where the referee has stopped the contest due to a kickboxer having received hard blows to the head, R.S.C. (H), making the kickboxer defenseless or incapable of continuing, three times in a period of twelve months, shall not be allowed to take part in competitive kickboxing or sparring for a period of one year from the third knock-out or R.S.C. (H).21 : 6 The referee shall indicate to the jury and the judges to annotate the score card “R.S.C. (H)” when he/she has stopped the contest as a result of a kickboxer being unable to continue as a result of blows to the head. 21 : 7 A kickboxer who has been stopped due to head blows, R.S.C. (H) or K.O. (knocked out) is not required to wait in the ring for the official decision, but should be taken to the dressing room for neurological assessment.21 : 8 The ringside doctor or the official in charge will annotate the kickboxer’s Medical Booklet (Passport) in reference to the length of suspension imposed after a knock out or R.S.C. (H) decisions.21 : 9 Notations in the medical booklet (passport) for bouts stopped owing to defenseless state or outclassed, shall be made at the discretion of the medical officer in charge. These may or may not result in a 30 day suspension.21 : 10 Before resuming kickboxing after any of the periods of rest prescribed in the preceding paragraphs, a kickboxer must, following a special examination, be certified by a qualified Doctor of Medicine as fit to take part in competitive kickboxing.21 : 11 Any kickboxer who suffered an acute knock-out, from head blows, not only is suspended for 45 days out, but on the

recommendation of the doctor in attendance, must be certified by a neurologist as fit to take part in competitive kickboxing following, if possible a special examination, EEG, and, if necessary, CCT or MRI and neuropsychological test(s).

RULE 22 COUNT PROCEDURE FOR A KICKBOXER FALLING OUT OF THE RINGA) If a kickboxer falls through or over the ring ropes, the referee shall order his opponent to stand in the furthest corner and if the kickboxer remains outside the ropes, the referee shall start to count (a count to 20).B) If a kickboxer falls out of the ring, the referee shall count to twenty (20) seconds.

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C) If a kickboxer falls out of the ring, the referee will start counting, however, if the kickboxer returns to the ring before the count ends, he/she will not penalized.D) If anyone prevents the fallen kickboxer from returning to the ring, the referee shall warn the person or stop the fight if the person continues this action.E) If both kickboxers fall out of the ring, the referee shall start counting. If one kickboxer tries to prevent his opponent from reentering the ring before the count ends, he/she will be warned or disqualified.F) If both kickboxers fall out of the ring, the referee shall start counting; the one that returns to the ring before the count ends will be considered the winner. If neither kickboxer can return to the ring, the result will be considered a draw.G) A contestant who has been wrestled, pushed, or who has fallen through the ropes during the contest, may be helped back by anyone except the contestant’s own seconds or manager. When on the ring platform outside the ropes, the contestant must enter the ring immediately. Should the contestant stall for time outside the ropes, the referee shall start the count without waiting for the contestant to re-enter the ring.H) Once a fallen contestant re-enters the ring, the referee may either resume the contest or start the round from the moment that the contestant is back in the ring.I) A contestant who deliberately wrestles or throws an opponent from the ring, or who hits an opponent who is partly out of the ring and thus prevented by the ropes from assuming a position of defense, may be penalized.

RULE 23 WIPING THE GLOVESBefore a fallen contestant resumes competition, after having been knocked to, slipped to, or fallen to the floor, the referee shall wipe the contestant’s gloves free of any foreign substance using his/her own shirt. In Muay Thai, the contestants will be directed to clean their gloves on their own person (shorts).

RULE 24 CONSULTING THE PHYSICIANA) The referee may, at his or her discretion, request the physician to examine a contestant during the bout. Should the examination occur during the course of a round, the clock shall be stopped until the examination is completed.B) Also, the physician shall have the power to order the referee to stop the bout, at any time, due to the incapacitation of one or both contestants. The referee will then render the appropriate decision.

RULE 25 SHAKING HANDS25 : 1 Objectives – Before beginning and after finishing about, kickboxers shall shake hands in a proper manner, as a sign of a purely sporting and friendly fight in accordance with the competition rules.25 : 2 At the end of the contest the referee will call both contestants to the centre of the ring; they will face the jury or the head table to await the decision. When the decision has been announced he/she will raise the winner’s arm—the contestants will then shake hands and leave the ring.25 : 3 Number of hand-shakes – The hand-shakes shall take place before the beginning of the first round and after the announcement of the result. To shake hands between rounds is prohibited.25 : 4 Touching gloves between the two contestants is allowed when acknowledging and apologizing for an unintentional foul.25 : 5 If one of the contestants has been disqualified during a contest, the disqualified athlete will be sent to his/her respective corner, while the opposing athlete will remain in the centre of the ring, and the referee will raise the victorious athlete’s arm after the decision is announced.25 : 6 If both contestants are disqualified, they will be sent to their respective corners; after the decision is announced, they will be instructed to leave the ring. They will not be brought to the centre of the ring.

RULE 26 ADMINISTRATION OF DRUGS, MEDICATIONS, ETC.26 : 1 The administration to a kickboxer or official during or within a period of twenty-four hours immediately before a bout, of drugs, chemical substances not forming the usual diet of the kickboxer or official, (e.g. “doping”) is prohibited. The use of local anesthetics is forbidden.26 : 2 Any kickboxer who refuses, after a bout, to undergo any medical test to ascertain if he/she has committed any breach of this rule, shall be liable to disqualification or suspension. The same applies to any official encouraging such a refusal.26 : 3 The WKA and IFMA considers Cannabis (Marijuana) a banned substance in all testing, Kickboxers testing positive in this regard are automatically suspended for 1 (one) year.26 : 4 Doping Control Testing Procedures

The CMTC-A adopts the Canadian Policy Against Doping in Sports (2004) and adopts the principles of the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (further details included in the Medical Rules).26 : 5 Daily MedicationsKickboxers on maintenance daily medications (e.g. Insulin, Intal) must have said medications detailed in the kickboxer’s competitive passbook. In tournaments where there is drug testing, the maintenance medications of the kickboxer must be made known to the officials directing the doping tests. This notification must be made well in advance of the beginning of the particular tournament. Coaches and team physicians must know all the prescribed and over-the-counter medications that a

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particular kickboxer is taking; the team physician must make an extra special effort to ascertain every detail of the kickboxer’s medication history.

26 : 6 Medications In The Corner During CompetitionCoaches and/or seconds may not administer any form of medicinal agents such as: A) Smelling salts; b) sulphur nitrate; c) camphor; to stimulate or revive a kickboxer during any period of a bout. Approved

analgesics may be used before and after, BUT NOT DURING, bouts.

RULE 27 ATTENDANCE OF MEDICAL PRACTITIONERA qualified Medical Practitioner so approved shall be in attendance throughout the competition and should not leave the place where it is held before the end of the last bout and after he has seen the two kickboxers who participated in such bout. If at any time the Medical Practitioner must leave ringside, the continuance of the bouts will be postponed until the Medical Practitioner is back at ringside.

RULE 28 INTERPRETATIONThe Interpretation of any of these rules or questions not provided for in these rules, insofar as they concern a bout and occurrence connected with same, shall be decided by the referee, in consultation with the jury, and in case of no jury, with the members in the Executive positions.

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MEDICAL RULESOF THE

CANADIAN MUAY THAI COUNCIL—AMATEUR

The Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur (CMTC-A) adopts the Medical Standards and Guidelines as per the Canadian Amateur Boxing Association (CABA).

CONTENTSINTRODUCTION36

I ATTENDANCE OF MEDICAL PRACTITIONER AT AMATEUR MARTIAL RING SPORTS CONTESTS37

II INITIAL MEDICAL EXAMINATION37

III MEDICAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO A BOUT39

IV CONDITION OF KICKBOXERS AT WEIGH-IN40

V EXAMINATION OF REFEREES41

VI KICKBOXER’S DRESS AT MEDICAL AND WEIGH-IN42

VII KICKBOXER’S EQUIPMENT42

VIII THE RING43

IX DURING THE BOUT43

X ATTENDING PHYSICIAN(S) AT RINGSIDE44

XI POST BOUT VERDICTS45

XII PROCEDURE AFTER A KNOCKOUT AS UNDERTAKEN BY THE MEDICAL OFFICER45

XIII HEAD INJURY OBSERVATION SIGN LIST46

XIV THE DOCTOR’S PARAPHERNALIA46

XV NOTES ON COMMONLY USED MEDICATIONS47

XVI MEDICATIONS PROHIBITED FOR USAGE BY KICKBOXERS48

XVII SUMMARY OF CARDINAL POINTS RE FEMALE KICKBOXERS 48APPENDICES (SAMPLE FORMS, MEDICAL FORM, PRE-BOUT QUESTIONNAIRE)49, 50

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INTRODUCTION

Amateur Muay Thai, Kickboxing and Full Contact are sports which introduce the participant to arts of self-defence. These arts provide a very healthy mental and physical recreation for competitors of all ages and regardless of sex. The Martial Arts teach many lessons in life. Attributes including self-discipline, physical fitness, confidence, sportsmanship, integrity, and respect are just a few qualities a participant can learn.

Regardless if an individual competes or not, their welfare and physical well being remain the most important consideration in each kickboxer’s career. On joining a Kickboxing Club, each athlete should undergo a complete medical examination testing both the physical fitness and mental fitness of each athlete. Then prior to each competition, the kickboxer must present himself/herself for medical examination to ensure that he/she is in a fit physical state. Only fit athletes compete and this way athletes are kept safe for their lives now and beyond their ring career.

The prevention and treatment of Kickboxing injuries is of utmost importance. British boxing author Ron Oliver, has stated:

“AN EFFICIENT MEDICAL SYSTEM ENSURES THAT BOXING IS FULLY CONTROLLED WITH THE WELFARE OF THE BOXER ALWAYS THE FIRST CONCERN OF THE APPROPRIATE RULING BODY.”

The following medical rules and regulations are intended to preserve the health and welfare of the Canadian Amateur Kickboxer as the highest level of priority.

Thank you to the Canadian Amateur Boxing Association for their rules and guidelines. The Canadian Muay Thai Council—Amateur has a goal of surpassing the safety record of the Canadian Amateur Boxing Association, and that in itself is a very noble and achievable goal.

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I ATTENDANCE OF MEDICAL PRACTITIONER AT AMATEUR MARTIAL RING SPORTS CONTESTA) A qualified medical practitioner so approved shall be in attendance throughout the competition and shall not leave the place

where it is held before the end of the last bout and after he/she has seen the two kickboxers (hereinafter referring to the athlete(s) in a competitive kickboxing bout) who participated in such bout.

B) The attending medical practitioner has the right to temporarily stop a bout during the round to determine whether or not the bout should be terminated because of the kickboxer’s injuries or condition. He/she shall do this by blowing a whistle. The doctor having made his/her decision, the referee must follow his/her advice.

II INITIAL MEDICAL EXAMINATIONMedical examination means the “initial medical examination which must be undertaken prior to any athlete competing

in the sports of amateur Muay Thai, Kickboxing, or Full Contact (all hereinafter referred to as ‘kickboxing’).1. Family HistorySpecial attention is paid to hereditary or familial diseases such as history of epilepsy, tuberculosis, diabetes mellitus, blood disorders, and early coronary heart disease.2. Personal HistoryIs to entail the history of previous surgical procedures, systemic illnesses, concurrent maintenance medications, be they chronic or temporary, allergies, deformities.The kickboxer is to complete a pre-examination medical questionnaire with respect to the following enquiries: “Have you noted changes regarding the following:- Attention and concentration- Memory, recent or remote (with emphasis on recent memory)- Speech… is there any slurring, or difficulty in speaking the spoken word or understanding the spoken word to you- Behavioral changes- Persistent recurring headaches- Persistent nausea and / or vomitus- Double vision, or blurring of vision in one or both eyes- Weakness or incoordination or an arm or leg”3. EyesKickboxers with astigmatism, myopia greater than 5 diopters or any variant of optic nerve degeneration cannot compete in kickboxing. Any (pre) retinal detachment, hemorrhages, or gross optic fundal pathology precludes from competing in kickboxing. Color blindness does not preclude nor does squint (strabismus) provided there is no double vision complaint. A certificate of approval for amateur kickboxing competition should be obtained from an ophthalmologist in the case of squint. Previous retinal detachment having been corrected or previous hyphema shall preclude from kickboxing competition.4. EarsKickboxers with recurrent ear discharge and persistent tinnitus are not to compete in kickboxing. Unilateral deafness of chronic duration does not preclude from kickboxing competition. Bilateral deafness of chronic duration does not preclude from kickboxing competition. Deafness of recent onset warrants investigation and until that investigation is complete, the athlete is precluded from kickboxing competition. Deaf-mutism (but not mutism alone) is a contradiction to kickboxing.5. Facial Deformity or MalformationAthletes with any facial bony configuration resulting in impaired breathing or inadequate retention of the mouthpiece must not be allowed to compete in kickboxing.6. HeartAn athlete with the following cardiac pathology is not allowed to compete in kickboxing:A) Ischemic heart diseaseB) Rheumatic heart disease (active) with valvular or pathologyC) Cardiac arrhythmia (not benign)D) Right or left heart failureE) Congenital heart disease UNLESS the defect has been rectified and IN ADDITION the athlete is CERTIFIED “FIT TO

COMPETE IN KICKBOXING” by his own attending cardiologist. This note must state fit to fight in Kickboxing, not athletics. Here, the practicing cardiologist must be certain that the athlete who has undergone congenital surgical heart

correction is able to withstand the cardiopulmonic demands of Muay Thai, Kickboxing or Full Contact, per se, not just athletics.

F) Mitral value prolapse, per se, if asymptomatic, does NOT preclude an athlete from competing in kickboxingG) Thyrotoxic heart diseaseH) Recurrent pericarditis7. PulmonaryA) History of emphysema. Recurrent bronchitis or bronchiectasis preclude from competing in kickboxing.B) Active T.B. or any lung neoplasm preclude from competing in kickboxing.

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C) History of recurrent pulmonary fulminating infections and/or hemoptysis preclude from competing in kickboxing. Bronchial asthma, controlled, does not preclude from competing in kickboxing. Inactive cured tuberculosis does not preclude from competing in kickboxing.

8. Central Nervous SystemThe following neurological medical states are a direct contraindication to competing in kickboxing:A) Epilepsy, whether grand mal, petit mal or temporal lobe, or variant thereofB) Documented migraineC) Recurrent headachesD) Recurrent dizzy spells (vertigo)E) Known space occupying lesions of brain e.g. cysts, tumors, hematomas, pneumatocelesF) Cerebrovascular disease, cerebrovascular insufficiencies, arterio-venous malformationsG) Focal persistent leg and/or arm tremorsH) Focal seizuresI) Degenerative spinal cord disorders e.g. ALS, multiple sclerosisJ) Spinal cord tumors, vascular malformations9. Musculoskeletal and Joint DisordersThe following disorders preclude from competing in kickboxing:A) Degenerative disc disease of the spinal column-activeB) Bony tumors of the spinal columnC) Ankylosing spondylitisD) Diffuse or multifocal arthritic involvement of the joints including the spinal column, hands, forearms, shoulders, and legsE) Phocomelia, absence of a natural upper and lower limb, presence of a partial upper and lower limbF) Myasthenia gravisG) Muscular dystrophyH) Active peripheral neuropathiesI) Osteomalacia and osteoporosisJ) Agenesis of a hand or hypogenesis of a hand so a boxing glove cannot be fitted and/or maintained on that hand.K) Presence of an artificial prosthesis (metallic, wooden, plastic, synthetic) fitted to an upper or lower limb.Poliomyelitis does not preclude from competing in kickboxing if resultant muscular involvement does not give disabling limb deformity or paralysis.10. Inguinal HerniaThe hernia, per se, does not preclude from competing in kickboxing provided that there is no element of tenderness, incarceration or strangulation. It is advised that the protective cup cover the hernia. If the element of tenderness exists, the boy/girl is precluded from competing in kickboxing, and should consult his/her physician RE: Surgical correction. Presence of an umbilical hernia does not preclude from competing in kickboxing unless there exists overlying tenderness, incarceration or strangulation.11. AbdominalOrganomegaly e.g. enlarged liver or spleen; active inflammatory visceral states e.g. colitis, gastritis, pancreatitis.Active acute hepatitis A, B, C, D, or E precludes from competing.(When clinical, biochemical and serological parameters indicate resolution of the hepatitis process, then that athlete may be allowed to kickbox competitively again.)Active gastric or duodenal ulcersPersistent recurrent rectal bleedingJaundiced statesAcute surgical abdomenCholemiaThe above states preclude from kickboxing competition.Controlled, healed, inactive gastric/duodenal ulcers and inactive Crohn’s disease (ulcerative colitis) do not preclude from kickboxing competition.12. Genito-Urinary

Chronic renal inflammationsRenal and/or urinary bladder neoplasmsTesticular neoplasmsScrotal neoplasmsPresence of one kidney is a contradiction to kickboxing.An undescended testicle precludes from kickboxing competition; it is advised that an individual with such an affliction see a urologist for immediate assessment and treatment.Cystitis, prostatitis, urethritis including non-specific urethritis: if controlled, do not preclude from kickboxing competition. Uremia precludes from kickboxing competition.

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Venereal Disease History of active syphilis, be it primary, secondary, or tertiary, shall preclude from kickboxing competition. History of active gonorrhea with or without its distant complications (arthritis, uveitis) shall preclude from kickboxing competition; only resolved controlled gonorrhea WITHOUT DISTANT COMPLICATIONS shall be considered when one so afflicted applies for (re) entry to amateur kickboxing competition. Active herpes simplex venereal disease precludes from kickboxing competition. 13. EndocrineThe following precludes from kickboxing competition:Thyroid dysfunction, if untreatedHypoglycemic attacks precludePituitary and adrenal gland dysfunctions, if uncorrected preclude from kickboxing competition.Diabetes mellitus, corrected, does not preclude from kickboxing competition.14. DermatologicalSystemic skin allergies and/or systemic skin infective lesions preclude from kickboxing competition. All tinea (ringworm), scabietic, and diffuse skin rashes of undetermined origin shall preclude from kickboxing competition until said rashes are resolved. All rashes of systemic exanthems (measles, rubella) shall preclude from kickboxing competition until the rash resolves.15. Hematological and LymphaticHistory of persistent anemias, leukemias not in remission, thrombocytopenias, Hemophilia, Cristmas disease, or any other allied blood clotting disorders preclude from kickboxing competition.History of lymphomas precludes from kickboxing competition.History of AIDS and AIDS-complex related illnesses preclude from kickboxing competition.16. Blood PressureAs for resting blood pressure values in an individual who wishes to competitively kickbox, it is essential to have a diastolic value less than 90 mmHg; the systolic component is more variable, but should remain less than 150 mmHg in the resting state. Preferably READINGS should be taken in both arms at the END of the examination.It is recommended that each kickboxer secure the following:A) Absorbed tetanus toxoid once every five yearsB) Hemoglobin and white blood count every 6 monthsC) Urinalysis once every 6 monthsD) Annual chest x-rayE) Annual electrocardiogramF) Recombinant HEPATITIS B vaccine, initially three injections over a two month period with another dose one year after the

initial injection. Booster hepatitis vaccine should be administered every 5 years. The above is particularly applicable to those kickboxers involved in tournament competitions.

G) For international competitions, it is recommended that an EKG or EEG be secured in addition to the above.17. For the Female KickboxerHistory of breast surgery, breast masses or breast dysfunction must be made known to the examiner.History of any gynecological dysfunction, gynecological surgery, menstrual abnormality such as a suspect or confirmed pregnancy may yield, and any other disorder of the gynecological tract, must be made know to the examiner.History of oral contraceptive medication, other hormonal medication, or intrauterine device utilization must be made known to the examiner.Pregnancy, painful pelvic diseases states such as symptomatic endometriosis, and abnormal vaginal bleeding of undetermined etiology preclude the female kickboxer from kickboxing competition.

III MEDICAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO A BOUTThis refers to the mini history asked to the kickboxer and to the physical examination undertaken no more than 24 hours prior to the scheduled kickboxing show.Optimally, this should be done in a single room drawn off or isolated from the mainstream of activity; noise and chattering hamper a good physical examination. One coach, preferably the head coach, should accompany his kickboxer to the examining area.The coach and the kickboxer must have completed the Pre-Bout Medical Questionnaire, and submit it to the presiding physician prior to the physical examination.

Kickboxers older than 34 years are required to have a complete physical examination, with emphasis on the heart and lungs, prior to competing in each tournament or competition, and are to submit a medical certificate of fitness to kickbox to the pre-bout medical inspection of each tournament and competition. Also, they have to pass each pre-bout physical examination with specific emphasis on the pulmonary, cardiovascular, and neurological systems.Note: The upper age limit of kickboxers to compete is 48 years of age.

The physical examination prior to a bout should dwell on the following systems:1) Central Nervous System: note size of pupils relative to each other and do mini-memory, calculation, etc. ALWAYS ASK RE:

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HEADACHES, NAUSEA/VOMITUS and any VISUAL SYMPTOMS E.G. DIPLOPIA, BLURRED VISION.2) Cardiovascular and blood pressure3) Respiratory System4) Abdomen: rule out enlarged spleen as complication or previous infectious mononucleosis.5) Hands6) Facial bones including nasal bones7) Eyes with funduscopic, visual acuity and visual fields8) Ear canals and eardrums9) Oral cavity10) Kidney areas

In tournament competitions, the kickboxer must be medically examined at the initial weigh-ins; the kickboxer does not require another examination on the following day(s) unless slated for competition.

The kickboxer’s medical record passbook must be present at the physical examination and signed by the presiding physician. If it is not producible, that kickboxer shall not be allowed to kickbox.

For Female Kickboxers:

Two additional questions are to be posed on their questionnaire:1) Have you noticed any breast masses, bleeding, or any other breast dysfunction?2) Have you noticed any menstrual abnormality recently such as an absent menses, abnormal vaginal bleeding with or without

pelvic pain (tenderness) not consistent with your normal menstrual cycle and pattern?

As a pregnant state precludes from kickboxing competition, a menstrual history must be validated in the female kickboxer prior to kickboxing.Neither a pelvic examination nor a breast examination shall be done in the routine pre-bout physical examination. If the verbal history points to an abnormality in these areas, the personal physician / gynecologist shall conduct said examination of these areas at the discretion of the female kickboxer.

IV CONDITION OF THE KICKBOXERS AT WEIGH-INThe following physical conditions or symptoms shall dismiss the kickboxer from kickboxing in a scheduled contest:1) Neurological Dysfunction—Complaints of persistent headache, vomitus of undetermined origin, and persistent visual

complaints or a combination of these symptoms. The physician must inquire re these symptoms particularly in tournament contests. Convulsions, paresis of arm or leg, incoordination of limb(s), tremor, gait imbalance, slurred speech, dizziness not previously seen in any kickboxer shall result in dismissal of the kickboxer. It is to be noted that the physician must ask the kickboxer re some of the above symptoms; indeed, the kickboxer’s coach may be called upon to give the objective answers. Any of the above neurological symptoms warrants a thorough physical examination with suspension of the kickboxer.

2) Fever due to any cause results in dismissal.3) A kickboxer in the convalescent phase of any illness shall not kickbox.4) Suspect alcohol ingestion resulting in impaired gait, speech, and reflexes, and obtunded mentation.5) Suspect over-ingestion of LICIT meds (such as tranquillizers, sedatives, hypnotics) or ILLICIT meds (such as marihuana,

LSD) resulting in impaired gait, speech and reflexes. Kickboxers evincing signs of electrolyte-metabolic imbalance with consequent weakness (owing to diuretics, hot weather, prolonged diarrhea, aspirin intoxication) are not permitted to kickbox competitively.

6) Cardiovascular—Persistent chest pains with or without shortness of breath results in dismissal. Finding of any DIASTOLIC HEART MURMUR, OR SYSTOLIC MURMUR ACCOMPANIED BY PALPABLE THRILL results in dismissal. Re: Blood Pressure—Optimally, the diastolic pressure should be less than 90 mm mercury; the systolic component is allowed more latitude owing to dressing room anxiety of the kickboxer and to that end it is allowed up to 140 mm mercury. Preferably the B.P. taken at the end of the physical examination, should be taken in both arms in confirm a

suspect reading, but more emphasis should be placed on the diastolic component.7) Respiratory—Persistent cough with or without sputum results in dismissal. Persistent nasal drip results in dismissal. Signs

pointing to active parenchymal or pleural or periocardial disease result in dismissal. Fractured ribs or ribs in the process of healing. Bruised ribs and/or cartilages with tenderness result in dismissal. Persistent chest pain resulting in impaired respiration results in dismissal.

8) Abdomen—Persistent abdominal pain and tenderness. Persistent vomitus and/or diarrhea results in dismissal. Organomegaly such as enlarged liver and/or spleen (such as infectious mononucleosis) result in dismissal. Inguinal hernia, per se, does not result in dismissal unless there is a sign of: A) incarceration B) strangulation C) marked tenderness D) signs of bowel obstruction

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If any if the above signs exist, the patient should be advised to see his/her own physician with a view for surgical correction.

9) Limbs—Abscesses or boils, particularly if multiple, shall preclude from kickboxing. Vaccination scabs shall result in dismissal. Tendonitis, bursitis, arthralgias and arthritis processes which impair the use of said limb shall result in dismissal. Ligament strains or tears which impair the use of said limb shall result in dismissal. Systemic skin rashes which are infective in origin, or have an allergy basis shall result in dismissal. The absence of a lower or upper limb, in whole or in part, shall result in dismissal. The presence of an artificial limb prosthesis (metallic, wooden, plastic, synthetic) attached to an upper or lower limb shall result in dismissal. A fused hand in the clenched fistic posture is not permitted resulting in dismissal.

10) Hands—Ligament or tendon strain or tears shall result in dismissal. If there is impaired use of the hand or marked pain. Soft tissue contusions of the hand which result in impaired use of the hand shall dismiss the kickboxer. New or healing fractures of the hand, lacerations (new or healing) or hematoma’s of the hand which result in impaired use of the hand shall result in dismissal.

11) Face—A fractured nose (new or healing), fractured cheekbone (new or healing), fractured mandible (new or healing), fractured maxilla (new or healing), or periorbital fracture or periorbital soft tissue injury which yield inordinate pain or impaired use of eyes, nose and breathing movements, shall result in dismissal.

12) Eyes—Severe periorbital soft tissue injuries resulting in impaired vision yield a dismissal. If visual examination shows: A) Impaired visual activity B) Myopia greater than 5 diopters C) Defects in peripheral field vision D) Signs of pre-retinal or retinal pathology E) Double vision F) Papilledema G) Impaired conjugate gaze H) Repaired detached retina I) Resolved hyphema J) repaired iris, ciliary body, cornea having been repaired

13) Ears—Draining discharge, tenitis, pain and tenderness from one or both ears result in dismissal. Blood issuing from the ear canal or suspect blood lying on the inner aspect of the ear drum shall result in dismissal. A history of RECENT onset of deafness shall result in dismissal. A documented history of chronic deafness does not result in dismissal. Old perforations of the drum (uni or bilateral) without drainage do not result in dismissal.

14) Oral - Mouth - Lips—Any severe lacerations (new or healing) of the lips, inner mouth, tongue, gums which result in impaired breathing, incapacitating pain and air way obstruction shall result in dismissal. Growths which are new in onset situated on tongue or within the oral cavity or lips shall dismiss from kickboxing competition. Severe gingival disease and dental disease which impairs breathing or gives incapacitating pain shall result in dismissal. Severely infected throats, buccal mucosal infections or acute tonsillar attacks shall result in dismissal.

15) Positive HIV Antibody states as in AIDS precludes from kickboxing competition.16) Active infectious hepatitis states as in Hepatitis A, B, C, D, E preclude from kickboxing competition.17) Herpes genitalis lesions, treated or being treated do not preclude from kickboxing.18) In the female kickboxer, the following states preclude from kickboxing competition: A) Pregnancy B) Abnormal vaginal

bleeding of undetermined cause C) Painful symptomatic pelvic states such as endometriosis D) Recent secondary amenorrhea of undetermined cause E) Recent breast bleeding F) Recently discovered breast masses G) Recent breast dysfunction hitherto not present Addendum—It is to be stated that the above provide the main guidelines along which to formulate the medical decision as to whether or not a kickboxer may compete in kickboxing. Certainly, with borderline cases re: physical condition of the kickboxer, the final decision as to whether a kickboxer fights shall be at the discretion of the CHIEF ATTENDING PHYSICIAN.

V EXAMINATION OF REFEREESFor RefereesThe referees must carry their own passbook, and are to be examined once every six months, and must pass the physical requirements as pertains to: 1) Blood pressure 2) Cardiovascular system 3) Respiratory system 4) Eyes and ears 5) Neurological systems 6) Musculo-skeletal system If the referee fails to pass physical requirements, he/she may be dismissed from officiating for a period as determined by the examining physician. If a tournament requires several days, each official referee must be examined DAILY prior to the bouts. A referee should make known to the CHIEF PHYSICIAN for the meet any: 1) Pertinent medical states 2) Pertinent meds and allergies 3) Medic-Alert states 4) previous major surgery 5) Uncorrected hypertensive vascular disease 6) Musculo-skeletal disordersA history of 1) Ischemic heart disease 2) Cardiac conduction defects 3) Pulmonary impairment 4) Visual and/or hearing deficits 5) Uncorrected hypertensive vascular disease constitutes direct contraindications to refereeing.

It is recommended that the referees at all levels of competition secure: 1) Annual physical examination/family physician 2) Annual chest x-ray 3) Annual electrocardiogram 4) Annual visual acuity/fields check 5) Hearing check annually If the referee fails to do so, the attending physician must suspend the referee until said physical deficiency is rectified to the satisfaction of the presiding ring physician. The doctor must notify the respective provincial/national official body of the suspension.It is also recommended that referees be vaccinated with Hepatitis B vaccine (full course of 3 shots over 6 months), and wear disposable gloves during the refereeing of a match. This is a preventative measure to militate the spread of viral diseases such as HEPATITIS B.

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VI KICKBOXERS DRESS IN RELATION TO WEIGH IN AND MEDICAL1) Weigh in—A kickboxer shall be required to weigh in each day that he is scheduled to fight. For this a time will be

appointed between 8 am and 10 pm. The executive committee or chief official may relax those timings slightly, for existent extenuating circumstances. A competitor must be passed fit to compete before weigh in.

2) Medical examination—The kickboxer may wear trunks during the examination, but not the vest, shoes may be worn during the examination. One coach must accompany the kickboxer at the medical. It is during the pre-bout medical examination that the kickboxer remove the following articles which are forbidden articles not to be worn during the contest. A) contact lenses B) glasses (spectacles) C) dentures D) individual false teeth E) rings F) watches, charm bracelets of any description G) head bands H) ear rings I) hearing aids J) any plastic or metallic attachments to the vest, sash, or trunks are forbidden K) caps, hats, necklaces L) artificial stick-on tattoos

Addendum—In the case of cultural traditions, some latitude is to be given such that the kickboxer or opponent shall not be rendered susceptible to injury which may result from article of dress, hair style, skin jewel carried by a given kickboxer. Such cultural impasses may arise with kickboxers of Chinese, Indian or North American Indian origin, or with those kickboxers native to the Orient. The final decision will be rendered by the chief official after discussion with the chief physician.

The following rules are to be observed at the weigh in: RE: KICKBOXERS1) Any gauze, band aids, dressing to facial, scalp, neck, arm, back or chest area are to be removed prior to the physical

examination; they are NOT to be worn during a bout.2) A kickboxer is allowed to kickbox competitively if an abrasion is covered with collodion or Steri-Strip. The decision

should be made by the doctor examining the kickboxer on the day of competing.3) The use of pure Vaseline rubbed into the forehead and eyebrow to prevent an injury is permitted.4) Neither plaster casts nor fiberglass casts nor slabs are to be worn at weigh in; they are not to be worn during a bout.5) No butterfly or steri-strip suture is to be on the face, neck, scalp, ear, chest, arm or back area at the weigh; no steri-strip is

to be worn during the bout.6) No suture material (silk, cat gut, nylon, mersilene or allied materials) or wire suture is to be present in the face, neck, ear or

chest area of the kickboxer at the weigh in: NO SUTURE MATERIAL WHATSOEVER IS TO BE IN THE SKIN OF THE KICKBOXERS FACE, EAR, NECK, SCALP OR CHEST DURING THE BOUT.

7) Subcuticular suture is not permitted to be present in the face, neck, ear or chest of the kickboxer during a match.8) No garlic, liniments, lotions, ointments, oils, balms, greases, creams, embrocations are to be applied to the face, neck,

scalp, headhair at the weigh-in, prior to the bout or during a bout.9) Short beard or stubble in the chin or lower face area is permissible: the kickboxer must be trimmed to 1/2 inch in length or

face disqualification.10) A moustache is permitted insofar as its terminal ends do NOT extend the angle of the mouth, the moustache hairs

themselves, must be less than 3/4 inch and not extend downwards into the upper lip and mouth area: In this case it must be trimmed to regulation.

11) Facial sideburns are permitted insofar as the sideburn hairs themselves, must be less than 3/4 inch; in this case it must be trimmed to regulation.

12) Hair length of the frontal scalp area should see no interference with the vision of the kickboxer: if the examining physician feels that the frontal hair length poses a danger to the eyes and hence vision of the kickboxer, the physician may order the frontal hair cut to a shorter length where the vision and the eyes are not in danger: if the posterior hair length is such that its swishing effect may harm a kickboxers opponent, the physician may order the posterior hair to be cut. In the case of long frontal hair sported by a kickboxer, the hair may be lifted up so as to expose any hidden frontal skin lacerations, infections, hematomas hidden by said hair. This should be carried out by the official physician.

Between rounds, only ice/water and vaseline may be used. No other medical substances can be used on the kickboxer between rounds. However, the following substances can be used before or after the bout; a) collodion b) neosynephrine ointment or drops c) varidase, or enzyme, chymoral tablets or the topical equivalent of these tablets d) silver nitrate

VII KICKBOXER’S EQUIPMENT

It is recommended that all equipment of the kickboxer be personalized. This applies particularly to the kickboxer’s mouthpiece.

Comments re: Equipment

1) Headguard: This should be well padded over the right and left temporal and occipital areas. Cheekbone protectors are not to be used during the actual match. These protectors may be used during sparring and club shows.

2) Mouthpiece: This is optimally made of dentyl vinyl and be a custom fit. It should not be loose fitting. The edentulous or near edentulous kickboxer must wear a mouthpiece. The kickboxer should optimally carry two mouthpieces.

3) Bandages: Under the rules of the CMTC-A a soft surgical bandage consisting of 1 1/2 rolls per hand not to exceed 2 inches

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wide and 10 yards long on each hand may be worn.4) Tape: The use of any kind of tape (other than white surgical or hockey tape), rubber or adhesive plasters as bandages is

strictly forbidden; no tape shall be placed over the striking surface of the bandages, and a single strip of tape may be placed between each fingers to secure the bandages.

5) Gloves: Ten (10) ounce gloves are to be provided by the organizers and where possible the knuckle portion should be marked with a clearly discernible colour. The weight is not to be concentrated at the wrist; the padding is not to be worked back under the leather cover. No metal is to be placed within the glove. It is permissible for junior kickboxers under 45.3 kilos (100 lbs.) to wear 8–ounce gloves. The Casanova type of glove is not to be used.

6) Trunks: They must reach at least half way down the thigh with belt line clearly demarcated. The substitute use of a swimming costume is forbidden.

7) Vest: A sleeveless vest may be worn which covers the chest and back. Vests should be so fitted so as not to slip over the shoulders. To this end the back midline may be secured with tape. A kickboxer’s name or club may be applied on the vest, except in international competitions.

8) Shoes: No athlete will be allowed to wear shoes.9) Foul Cup Protector: Male competitors are to wear an abdominal or athletic support with fitted foul protector. Female

competitors should wear feminine pelvic protectors.10) Sashes: It is recommended that red and/or blue sashes be worn to differentiate the competitors and assist judges in

rendering decisions.11) Female kickboxers should wear a breast protector so as to guard against hematoma formation within soft tissue areas of

the breast proper. Hair may be secured with rubber bands or allied banding devices. Hair must be secured so as not to obscure the face or the kickboxer or her opponent.

12) Each kickboxer has to have his/her own towel, sponge, squeeze bottle and water with the corner bucket. During the bout the kickboxer is to retain his/her own mouthguard, and is not to lend the aforesaid paraphernalia to any other kickboxer, nor let any other kickboxer use this personal equipment (towels, sponge, etc.). This is done to prevent the spread of bacterial-viral illnesses.

VIII THE RINGThe minimum size shall be 4.9 m square to a maximum of 6.1 m square; this measurement is to be taken from inside the line of the ropes. The platform must extend for at least 45 cm (optimally 60 cm) outside the line of the ropes. (APRON) Wherever possible, a 4-roped ring shall be used rather than a 3 roped. The ring is to be equipped with at least 3 steps, two at the opposite corner, and one at a neutral corner for doctors and referees. The ring physician(s) should sit close to the ropes so as to provide for speedy access into the ring proper.The corner areas inside the ropes are to be kept clean of water and debris. THERE IS TO BE NO SMOKING AT RINGSIDE BY OFFICIALS, DOCTORS, COACHES, MEDIA PERSONNEL OR SPECTATORS.It is preferable for each kickboxer to possess his/her own squeeze bottle, own towel, bucket and sponge. Explodable type bottles are not to be used as water bottles at ringside.

IX DURING THE BOUTThe Referee—re: CONFISCATION OF ILLICIT MEDS DURING A BOUTThe referee has the power to inspect the corners for any illicit meds or articles which he deems are used illegally; he should ask the doctor to enter the ring at which point time is called and both the referee and the doctor shall approach the corner inspecting it for use of illicit meds; the doctor can confiscate the illegal meds or order its immediate discontinuance; therefore, the referee disqualifies the kickboxer. Jury may then dispense disciplinary action against the coach. The Cornermen—(coaches/seconds) They must keep the corner area clean of water, resin and debris. They must use water and ice in the corner during a bout. They are not to use medical agents in the corner during a bout; these medical agents entail: a) amyl nitrite, so called ‘smelling salts’ b) silver nitrate c) camphor d) adrenalin e) neosynephrine Coaches/Seconds are to be clean and properly dressed while in the corner of their kickboxer; they are not to smoke or drink

while in the corner of their kickboxer. It is recommended that all coaches cornering kickboxers; a) secure vaccination with the hepatitis B vaccine b) wear disposable gloves during the match whilst cornering their kickboxer c) do not place the kickboxers mouth guard inside their own mouths in between rounds d) assume some responsibility in ensuring that the given kickboxer brings his or her own towel, squeeze bottle, sponge, and water to the ring corner.The Kickboxer The kickboxer must be clean and properly dressed and must not appear with gauze, dressings, bandages, band aids, steri– strips, interrupted or running skin suture, or subcuticular suture on the face, neck or hands during about. The kickboxer may sit or stand between rounds of a bout; however, he/she must face the referee at all times during the inter round period. The kickboxer is not to chew gum or tobacco during a bout. The kickboxer is not to spit on the ring floor or venue floor during the full course of any bout (this includes the rest period in between round).

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X THE ATTENDING PHYSICIAN(S) AT RINGSIDEOne physician must be in attendance at kickboxing shows. However, it is most desirable that at least two physicians be in attendance at international tournaments consisting of more than 10 bouts. Owing to the problems of cost and availability this is not always possible. In the case of two doctors, one corner should be delegated as the jurisdiction of each ringside physician. It is recommended that ringside physicians secure full vaccination with hepatitis B vaccine. It is also recommended that ringside physicians wear disposable gloves while presiding medically over a given match.The presiding physician may use a whistle to halt a given bout so as to examine a given kickboxer; this temporary halting of a bout during a round permits the physician to examine a kickboxer and thereafter, the physician can indicate whether to stop the bout or resume it.

When to Examine a Kickboxer During a BoutIt was practice of the doctor to examine the kickboxer between rounds while he/she sat on the stool, if an injury is suspected. However, the doctor’s entering the corner area between rounds has interfered with time and instructions of the seconds. Therefore, it is proposed that in the case of a physician wishing to examine a kickboxer whom he/she suspects has sustained an injury, that the physician instruct the referee in the 1 minute inter round rest interval to stop the bout after the bell has sounded starting the round and bring the suspect kickboxer to a corner adjacent to the physician who then may examine the kickboxer. In addition, the referee may call for an examination of the given kickboxer at any time DURING the round at which point the referee calls for time and brings the kickboxer to the doctor.

In the Case of a Sudden Complete Knock OutThe referee should not have to count to ten but shall call the physician(s) immediately into the ring to minister the fallen kickboxer. In the case of two physicians:A) with the sudden complete knock out, both physicians are to enter the ring to minister to the fallen kickboxer;B) with an injured kickboxer taken to the dressing room, the doctor in his/her corner should follow that kickboxer to the

dressing room, whilst the remaining physician stays at ringside for the ensuing bouts.In the case of the one (sole) physician: An injured kickboxer may be assessed:A) in the ring after the referee has stopped the action;B) at the end of the bout in the ring;C) at ringside (after the kickboxer has showered) in the interval between rounds, at the end of a bout, at the intermission

interval, if any;D) in the dressing room at the conclusion of the card.E) It is to be noted that the physician, if alone, remain at ringside while the bouts are in progress. Therefore, a kickboxer is to

be brought to the physician. Injured kickboxers are to receive the physician’s notes detailing the date, nature, and treatment of injuries, which may be given to the kickboxer’s personal family doctor. Here, a prescription pad note aptly suffices for the attending ring physician. If a kickboxer is so stricken such that he can not return to ringside for examination, the sole physician must leave ringside to tend to him immediately in which event time is called. The card must be halted while the doctor attends this kickboxer. This is in the case of a sole physician. The attending physicians have the privilege of entering the dressing rooms of the kickboxers before, during and after the contests. With 3 physicians at hand, two tends their respective corners whilst their third tends to casualties in the ring infirmary; casualties are treated by the doctor who attended that particular corner. With 4 doctors, two pairs of doctors do every bout, thus leaving two physicians to tend casualties.

F) The ringside physician has the power to confiscate illicit meds used in the corner between rounds; he shall alert the referee regarding this, have time called and both referee and doctor should approach corner for the medication involved.

The immediate ringside paraphernalia of the ringside physician should entail:A) airway;B) ambu bag;C) sterile gauze pads;D) head injury routine sheets and note pads;E) penlight;

F) personal whistle;G) sandbags (2);H) large pair of scissors and tape.This equipment should be present on the ringside table and not elsewhere. A stretcher and a vehicle able to transport a stretcher should be on standby plus the nearest hospital should be alerted as to the prospect of kickboxing casualties during the days of competition. The responsibility for the stretcher and alerting Emergency Room of adjacent hospital shall fall upon the shoulders of the Provincial Medical Doctor and/or hometown physician in whose province that specific tournament is being held, if he/she is not available he/she must delegate a substitute physician.The attending physicians have the right and the privilege of entering the dressing rooms of the kickboxers before, during and after kickboxing contests.

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It is recommended that the presiding ringside physician fills out, completes and signs a Medical Flow Sheet which in effect documents the medical events of a given amateur bout. This provides an on-site medical legal record of a bout with notation of K.O.’s. knock-downs if any, standing eight counts, use of illegal blows, tell-tale blows, injuries sustained, etc.

XI POST BOUT VERDICTSThe verdicts are to be entered specifically into the pass book and RSCH denotes a bout stopped by referee owing the head blows; this entails a 30 day suspension. An RSCB denotes a bout stopped by a referee owing to body blows; this does NOT entail a 30 day suspension. A notation for bouts stopped owing to the “DEFENSELESS STATE” and “OUT CLASSED” should be made for these may or may not result in a 30 day suspension.A 30 day suspension means not kickboxing NOR SPARRING for the immediate ensuing period (30 days) following the bout. Note: The duration of a suspension depends on the gravity of the knockout. For ACUTE (SEVERE) KO’S the kickboxer is to be suspended for 60 days.

A kickboxer stopped owing to head blows should not have to wait in the ring for the official final verdict, but should be taken to the dressing room for neurological assessment.Two knockouts with a three month period will result in a three month suspension; these knockouts need NOT BE CONSECUTIVE.Three knockouts within a twelve month period result in a 12 month suspension; these three knockouts need not be consecutive. Here, there is only relative significance to an EEG and CAT scan both of which should be done after multiple knockouts or a devastating stoppage sustained by a kickboxer. CAT scan of the kickboxer should definitely be done. Moreover, a neurological examination conducted preferably by a certified neurologist, or a competent physician, must be done to ascertain whether some form of cerebral injury, however small, has been sustained by the kickboxer. Therefore, the neurological examination is of most importance in determining whether a kickboxer, having sustained multiple knockouts, or having sustained a marked stoppage in his/her bout(s), may return to kickboxing. The CAT scan of the skull and EEG are of ancillary aid in helping to formulate the final decision re the kickboxers return to kickboxing. It is recommended that the CAT scan of the skull be done in the above circumstances. If available, a MMR scan would be optimal.A written certificate from the neurologist (or if not available from the appropriate examining physician) permitting the individual to kickbox is required before the kickboxer can return to the amateur ring.The attending physician must tour the dressing room at the end of the card to ensure that no injuries have gone unchecked, to assess kickboxers who have been stopped owing to head blows, and to ensure that the last two kickboxers on the card have sustained no major injury.

ABUSE OF MEDICAL DOCTORSAny verbal and/or physicals abuse of medical doctors directed toward ring physicians in the line of the responsibilities is to be dealt with by the chief official and governing kickboxing body in the form of a suspension.

XII PROCEDURE AFTER A KNOCK OUT AS UNDERTAKEN BY THE MEDICAL OFFICERThe kickboxer should be examined immediately in the infirmary located away from eye shot of the crowds. If only one physician is available, the kickboxer is to return to ringside to be seen by the physician between bouts or at the intermission. The kickboxer MUST BE EXAMINED AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE SHOW; If at this time, he/she shows a neurological deficit, he/she is to be sent with a note detailing his deficit and with another individual to the nearest emergency room of the closest hospital. This is to be done as soon as the neurological deficit is detected, and not the next morning.All kickboxers who sustain a lapse of consciousness MUST be hospitalized for at least 24 hours for monitoring of neurological function. If, however, the kickboxer shows a stable mental state with no neurological deficit, he/she may be sent home in the company of a companion; the kickboxer is not to drive a car or motorbike or bike. The kickboxer is the passenger in this case. The kickboxer goes home with “HEAD INJURY SHEET” detailing the signs to watch for indicating neurological deficit. See below.

At home the kickboxer is not to ingest sedatives, tranquillizers, or sleeping pills. His/her diet should remain clear fluids for 8 to 12 hours after his/her injury. Simple ASA or Tylenol may be used to relieve a headache. The kickboxer must be seen the next day by a companion to ensure that the kickboxer has not shown a deterioration in his/her condition. The victimized kickboxer is suspended for a thirty period at least. The duration of the suspension depends on the gravity of the knockout. All coaches and referees and other kickboxing officials should familiarize themselves with the medical signs of the “head injury routine” so that they remain vigilant with respect to serious cerebral injury in a given kickboxer. The head injury signs are indicated below:

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XIII HEAD INJURY OBSERVATION SIGN LIST WHICH CAN DENOTE CEREBRAL INJURYINSTRUCTIONS FOR PATIENTS WITH HEAD INJURIESAlthough no evidence of any serious injury is found at this time, careful attention for the next 24-48 hours is advised.Patients should return to Emergency Department at once, day or night, if there is:1) Increased drowsiness or2) Difficulty in rousing the patient (the patient should be awakened every two hours the first night) or3) Vomiting or4) Slowing of pulse or5) Continued headache or6) Stiffness of neck or7) Bleeding or clear fluid dripping from the ear or nose or8) Weakness of either leg or arm or9) Convulsions (fits)

XIV THE DOCTOR’S PARAPHENALIAThe attending physician sits next to the accessory steps optimally on one side and the timekeeper in charge of the bell on the other. The doctor should have within immediate reach the following items:1) Oropharyngeal Airway and Laerdahl Mask, or2) Oropharyngeal airway and Ambu Bag.3) Sterile gauze pads for examination of bleeding areas4) Scissors5) Note pads6) Whistle (hockey type)7) PenlightEquipment at ringside:1) Armslings2) Rolls of tape3) Tensor bandages preferably of 3 inch width4) Steri-strip suture5) Eye spud and eye patches6) Surgical suture kit (disposable) with appropriate suture material of nylon, mersilene, etc.7) Sandbags for neck immobilizationMedications suggested for the doctor’s bag at ringside:Parenteral: Local anesthetics, Aqueous adrenalin 1 : 1000 solutionOral: Analgesics (Tylenol preferably without codeine), Proteolytic Enzymes (varidase), Antibiotics (Ampicillin / erythromycin

derivatives)Other meds: Silver nitrate sticks, Pontocaine eye local anesthetic. Ophtalmic / otic antibiotic ointment or drops, Neosynephrine

nasal gel, CollodionThe official program of the bouts should be taped to the table of each physician. A hard back stretcher must be stored near ringside, and a Philadelphia neck collar should be on it.A vehicle, preferably and ambulance or, barring that, a van, must be available for transport of injured kickboxers to hospital. The nearest Hospital Emergency Room should be notified of any tournament of kickboxing contests during certain days thus anticipating and preparing for any severe injury that may occur. The hospital to which the injured kickboxer is transported should be equipped with a CAT scanner and neurological facilities. For tournaments the event should be equipped with a ring infirmary that is located away from the crowd. It should have within its confines: 1) A telephone with outside line, if available2) Examination table

3) Good overhead lamp source4) Sink5) A) medications, both oral injectable B) Non-medication materialsWhen a kickboxer is rendered unconscious only the referee and doctor are allowed in the ring unless the doctor requires additional assistance. Coaches and/or seconds must be alert to provide this assistance if required. No-medication materials optimally entail:1) Intubation kit with laryngoscope and endotracheal tube2) Supplementary airways (oralpharyngeal, Brooks)3) One inch width tape4) Arm slings5) Three inch ACE bandages (several)

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6) Eye spud and eye patches7) Scissors8) Second stretcher and sand bags9) Steri-strips10) Bandages, band-aids11) Suture tray with suture material and other necessary equipment12) Nasal forceps and xylocaine spray13) Cleansing solutions

Medication within the infirmary:Oral: ANALGESICS: TYLENOL, ORAL ENZYMES: PAPASE, VARIDASE ANTIBIOTICS, AMPICILLIN, ERYTHROMYCINTopical: AQUEOUS ADRENALIN 1 : 1000, Collodion, Silver nitrate (sticks), local eye anesthetic and ocular anti-biotic, neosynpehrine nasal gel 1/2 per centInjectable: Intravenous kit with bottles, glucose/saline solution, intravenous steroids (decadron, solu-medrol), intravenous calcium channel blockers (verapamil, adalat), MANITOL solution, injectable anti-biotic (AMPICILLIN), intravenous thiamine, Demerol or codeine

XV NOTES ON COMMONLY USED MEDICATION IN AMATEUR KICKBOXING & MUAY THAIKickboxers on maintenance daily medications e.g. Insulin, Intal have said medications detailed in the kickboxer’s competitive passbook.In tournaments where there is drug testing, the maintenance medications of the kickboxer must be made known to the officials directing the doping tests. This notification must be made well in advance of the beginning of the particular tournament. Coaches and team physicians must know all the prescribed and over-the-counter medications that a particular kickboxer is taking; the team physician must make an extra special effort to ascertain every detail of the kickboxer’s medication history.

Coaches are to use water and/or ice in the corner of the kickboxer; no other meds are to used such as the following which are prohibited: Aqueous adrenalin, Smelling salts, Collodion, oral proteolyptic enzymes, approved analgesics may be used before and after, BUT NOT DURING, bouts.Minerals: Iron, calcium, magnesium, selenium may be used by kickboxers prior to bouts. There is however the danger of toxic effects whenever these minerals are used to excess.Vitamins: Vitamins A, B, C, D, E, vitamin B12 and vitamin B15 (calcium pangamate) are permissible prior to a bout and during training. Toxic effects are seen with excessive use of vitamins A, D, K, E.It is to be noted that some of the ‘advertising claims’ for vitamin B15 have been disputed by medical authority. Octacosanol, choline, and lecithin, bone meal and dolomite remain licit substances.There is no medical or legal contraindication to the use of GINSENG used during the training period of kickboxers.Caffeine:In small amounts, caffeine is permissible; however in large amounts, caffeine is not permissible and forms grounds for disqualification in drug testing. A level above 12 mg/ml is termed illegal. Caffeinism results in a state marked by tremor, agitation, muscle twitching, palpations, tachycardia and rapid breathing.Analgesics:It is suggested that the analgesic of choice for musculo-skeletal pain of the kickboxer be TYLENOL without codeine as first line therapy.Aspirin usage bodes caution owing to its gastric irritation and ability to alter blood coagulation process.Codeine usage is to be discouraged owing to its habit forming potential. It is a banned substance.

Skeletal Muscle Relaxants:These meds with the trade names of Norflex, Flexeril, Robaxisal etc. are to be used with extreme caution in the kickboxer owing to their sleep inducing effects which in turn leads to impaired reflexes and concentration. Their usage immediately prior to a bout is to be condemned.Anti-Asthmatic Medication:Banned:Adrenalin, Bertoec Inhaler, Ventolin Tablets, Medihaler—ISO, BricanylA number of common inhalers contain also banned substances for dope testing, therefore kickboxers requiring anti-asthmatic medication must have them carefully checked if they are on the banned substance list.

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XVI MEDICATIONS PROHIBITED FOR USAGE BY KICKBOXERSThe following medications are prohibited during training, and prior to a bout:1) Amphetamines, Including Ritalin)2) Cocaine3) Caffeine, in excess of 12 mcg./ml4) Anabolic Steroids5) Camphor6) Oral Corticosteroids or Steroid injections parenterally7) Local Anesthetics pre-bout8) Combination Steroid-Local Anesthetic pre-bout9) Beta Adrenergic Blockers10) Tranquillizers, Sedatives, Hypnotics11) Codeine and all derivatives thereof12) Narcotic Analgesics, Morphine, Demerol, Methadone, Codeine and derivatives13) Diazepan14) Diuretics15) Growth hormones16) Erythropoietin17) Hallucinogenic drugs, marijuana, LSD, and illicit so called ‘street drugs’18) Sympathomimetic Amines, i.e. Ephedrine and derivatives19) Certain antihistamines20) Certain decongestants21) Certain cough syrups22) Certain anti-asthmatic23) Anti-Diarrheal (Diban, Donnegel-PG, Lomotil)

PROCEDURES PROHIBITED BY CMTC-A PRIOR TO A KICKBOXING BOUT:1) Blood boosting2) Hypnosis

PROCEDURES NOT RECOMMENDED:1) Use of the sauna or steam bath or sweatbox to induce fluid loss and thus weight reduction; this results in electrolyte

imbalance and consequently reduces the kickboxer’s stamina and endurance.2) Crash starvation diets are to be condemned.3) Water restriction to achieve weight loss is condemned. There is no contraindication to the use of the whirlpool.4) Acupuncture is not an illegal measure as a weight loss means. It shall be left to the discretion of a coach and the kickboxer.

XVII SUMMARY OF CARDINAL POINTS: FEMALE KICKBOXERS1) The female kickboxer must detail any untoward symptoms re breast lesions, dysfunction, pain, in the initial history.2) The female kickboxer must detail any symptoms relating to abnormality of the genital tract, particularly any abnormalities re

her menstrual pattern, and lower pelvic pains.3) Breast lesions, progressive in nature, disqualify from kickboxing.4) Pregnancy, confirmed, disqualifies from kickboxing.5) Suspect pregnancy must be confirmed or denied before starting or continuing kickboxing.6) Female kickboxers should wear a breast protector to guard against breast hematoma being formed, and a feminine pelvic

protector to guard against pelvic, lower back and kidney injuries, during bouts. 7) A separate dressing room should be provided for the female kickboxer.8) Hairnets, barrettes, head cloths, rubber bands or other banding devices may be used to secure hair beneath the head guard.

Hairpins or clips or any device made of metal, plastic or any hard material must not be used. 9) All other Medical Rules of the CMTC-A are to be adhered to as in the case of the male kickboxer.

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CANADIAN MUAY THAI COUNCIL—AMATEURMEDICAL FORM—PART 1

(please print clearly)

PART 1- (To be completed by the athlete (male or female), or parent / guardian if under legal age)Name: ___________________________________________________ Date of Birth: __________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Tel: __________________________________OHIP: _____________________________________ Other (GMS, Blue Cross): ___________________________Weight: _________ Height: _________ Muay Thai/Kickboxing/Martial Arts Club: ________________________

If the applicant has or had any of the following illnesses, please give particulars in this space:

Yes NoEye or Ear Impairment, Infections or Injuries: _____ _____ _____________________________________Rheumatic Fever, T.B., Pleurisy or Asthma: _____ _____

_____________________________________Kidney or Urine Disorder, one Kidney: _____ _____ _____________________________________Diabetis Mellitus: _____ _____

_____________________________________Indigestion, Vomiting, Abdominal Cramps: _____ _____

_____________________________________Nervous Breakdown, Head Injury, Fits: _____ _____ _____________________________________Acute Infections: _____ _____

_____________________________________Fractures, Dislocations, Severe Sprains: _____ _____ _____________________________________Epilepsy of Applicant or in the Family: _____ _____ _____________________________________Any Suspensions from any Combative Sport: _____ _____ _____________________________________

____________ ____________________________________ ______________________________DATE SIGNATURE OF ATHLETE SIGNATURE OF PARENT/GUARDIAN

PART 2—To be completed by the PhysicianNote: The following may preclude from Kickboxing (1) impaired vision—worse eye less than 20/120 and better eye less than 20/60 (2) Squint (3) Recurrent Chronic Supportive Otitis Media (4) Chest Expansion less than 2 inches (5) Total Deafness (6) Albuminuria (7) Hernia, Organomegaly or Undescended Testis (8) Heart Lesions.

WEIGHT: __________ HEIGHT: __________ EXPIRATION: __________ INSPIRATION: __________VISION: Right Eye 20/ __________ Left Eye 20/ __________COLOUR VISION: __________ FIELD OF VISION: __________ EARS: (State of T.M.S. and Degree of Deafness) __________________________________________TEETH: (Any Braces) ___________________________________________________________________________________Is there any abnormality in Chest, Heart, B.P. or C.N.S.? ________________________________________________________Is there a Hernia, Undescended Testis, Organomegaly, Cryptorchidism? ____________________________________________Urinalysis (Labetix): Sugar __________ Protein: __________ Blood: ____________Chest X-Ray required only if there is a family history of T.B. _____________________________________________________

Additional for the Female Kickboxer: Note: Confirmed Pregnancy disqualifies from Kickboxing.

Are there Breast Lesions, Bleeding, Masses, other Dysfunction, Pain? ______________________________________________Abnormality in Menstrual Pattern? Amenorrhea? ______________________________________________________________Lower Pelvic Pains? _____________________________________________________________________________________

I certify that the applicant is / is not fit to engage in Kickboxing:

Physician’s Name and License Number ______________________________________________________________________Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone Number: ___________________________________

Signature: _________________________________________ Date: _______________________________________________

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CANADIAN MUAY THAI COUNCIL—AMATEURPre-Bout Questionnaire

DATE: _______________________________ BIRTH DATE: ________________________________

SITE: ________________________________ NUMBER OF BOUTS: _________________________

QUESTIONS FOR THE COACH: NAME: _____________________________________________(Please Print)

Have you noticed any changes in your kickboxer regarding the following:

Attention or concentration: Yes NoMemory Yes NoSpeech Yes NoBehavior Yes NoSparring (Quickness) Yes No

Signature: ___________________________________________

QUESTIONS FOR THE KICKBOXER: NAME: _____________________________________________(Please Print)

Have you had any of the following lately?

Headaches Yes NoDizziness Yes NoNausea or Vomiting Yes NoDouble or Blurred Vision Yes NoHave you taken any medication within the last 90 days? Yes No

If yes, what kind: _________________________________________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________

FOR FEMALE KICKBOXERS: ARE YOU PREGNANT? YES NO

Physician’s Name: ___________________________________(Please Print)

Physician’s Signature: __________________________________