Our tournaments rounds will be 2  - 2 min rounds where a third round will be implemented if the 2 previous rounds ends in a draw by the refee and the judges.

No knees to the head are allowed, punches to the head and body are permitted and kicks to the head, body and legs are also allowed.  

Strikes to the groin and other areas not allowed under standard K1 rules will mean a loss of points of disqualification. 

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Scoring

Scoring in K-1 is based on several criteria, including effective striking, knockdowns, aggression, and defense. Points are awarded for:

• Clean Strikes: Effective punches, kicks, and knee strikes that land cleanly on the opponent.

• Knockdowns: A knockdown scores heavily and can significantly influence the judges' decision.

• Aggression: Consistent forward movement and attempts to engage the opponent.

• Defense: Effective blocking, parrying, and evading techniques.

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Techniques and Rules

Legal Techniques

• Punches: All types of punches are allowed, including jabs, hooks, uppercuts, and crosses.

• Kicks: All types of kicks are allowed, including roundhouse kicks, front kicks, and spinning kicks.

• Knee Strikes: Knee strikes are allowed to the body and head.

• Clinch: Fighters can clinch briefly to deliver a knee strike but must release immediately after.

Illegal Techniques

• Elbow Strikes: Elbows are not allowed.

• Throws and Takedowns: Throws, sweeps, and grappling techniques are not permitted.

• Headbutts: Headbutts are illegal.

• Strikes to the Groin: Any attack to the groin is prohibited.

• Strikes to the Back of the Head or Spine: These are not allowed.

• Holding: Holding an opponent's leg or continually holding and hitting without releasing is prohibited.

• Striking an Opponent when Down: Not allowed.