INTERNATIONAL RULES

International rules allow for all standard boxing punches and kicks to the thighs and body.  No knees, elbows or clinch is allowed.  Please be sure to select this rule set when you register if you prefer not to compete with knees, elbows or clinch.

Striking Areas

  • Front of the face (from ears forward).
  • Front and sides of the body.
  • Inside and outside of the thighs.
  • Inside and outside of shins.

Legal Strikes

  • All standard boxing punches.
  • All kicks, except for those noted under “Illegal Strikes” below.  Fighter may kick to the inside and outside of the legs (shin or foot) and above the waist.
  • Spinning back fists with the heel of fist or the back of the hand.
  • Front leg sweeps, foot-to-foot to the inside & outside of
    opponents’ front foot is permitted by both feet of the striker/sweeper.
  • No kick minimum.

Illegal Strikes

  • No elbows.
  • No sweeps.
  • No neck or hip throws.
  • No clinching.
  • No catching or trapping a leg.
  • No lifting your opponent.
  • No side kicks to the legs.
  • No front kicks to the thighs.
  • No kicks to the knees.
  • No hammer strikes.
  • No strikes to the back of the head.
  • No cartwheel kicks.
  • No spin sweeps.


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Since 2016, Triangle Kickboxing Promotions has been at the forefront of full-contact amateur and professional Kickboxing and Muay Thai events in North Carolina.  We’ve played a pivotal role in advancing the rules and regulations for these combat sports across the state, ensuring safety and professionalism.

Our signature “Lightning Strikes” Kickboxing & Muay Thai Series has grown to become the #1 platform for these sports in the Carolinas, showcasing top talent and thrilling matchups.  Our events are regulated by the North Carolina Boxing and Combat Sports Commission and sanctioned by the International Kickboxing Federation (IKF), ensuring the highest standards of competition, as well as growth for our fighters.

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