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Kickboxing is one of the youngest martial
aarts systems and one of
the fastest growing. Kickboxing has been in existence since the early 60s. Its conception
came about because of the desire of Martial Artists to test their skills against each
other in a safe and controlled environment. In fact in the safe way and manner that Judo
evolved from Jujitsu.It requires a high level of fitness both mentally and physically
and is a dynamic and effective Martial Art. It incorporates kicking, punching, sweeping
and throwing. BMA has been particularly successful over the last number of years and
has produced a number of WAKO World/European Champions in their respective weight divisions. Nicola Corbett
+65kg, Roy Baker -74kg,
Ilija Salerno -69kg, Darragh Geoghegan +94kg, Elaine Small -65kg Incredibly in
BMA we have been the most successful
competitive Irish Kickboxing school with multiple
TRUE World and European
Champions.
Ireland has been
one of the fastest developing teams on the World tournament circuit and was ranked in
sixth place in WAKO in 2007, a tremendous accomplishment for a country of four
million people.
Playing the game.
In Kickboxing there are three main disciplines and All
competitors must wear the appropriate safety equipment. Male: Head Guard, Mouth Guard,
Shin Guard, Boots, Gloves and Groin Guard. Female: Head Guard, Mouth Guard, Groin Guard,
Chest Guard, Shin Guard, Boots, and Gloves. One referee and two judges score the
competition.
FULL CONTACT.
The name speaks for itself; this form of competition is performed in a ring
and primarily has similar rules to boxing. The main difference is that opponent
may also use his legs to defend and attack. The competition is finished when a
fighter is knocked out or TKO. F the competition ends after the three two minute
rounds then the fighter who has scored on his opponent effectively and
proficiently will be deemed to be the winner, in the event of a tied result the
fighter whom was judged to be technically better will be given the decision
LIGHT CONTACT
This competition may be held in a ring or on a matted area, the objective of this type
of competition is that you hit your opponent with as many techniques as possible with
control. The more complex and difficult the scoring technique the higher the score (See
Semi Contact Scoring). If you hit your opponent without control you are
penalized or even disqualified depending on the severity of the
offence. The winner is judged by the person whom has scored and
landed more techniques, in the event of a tied result the fighter
whom was judged to be technically better will be given the decision,
After the three by two minute round
SEMI CONTACT
By far the most popular discipline, this form of competition is run over three by
two-minute rounds on a matted area. The objective of this competition is to penetrate your
opponent's defences and deliver an effective and controlled technique with your hands of
legs. The scoring system is as follows. Punch 1pt.
Kick head 2pts, body 1pt. Jumping kick, body 2pt, head 3pt. Sweep 1pt. Throw 1pt. Each
time a fighter scores the match is stopped and the three judges score the technique, if
two or three judges are in full agreement then a score is given. The objective for the
fighter is to score as many points on his opponent as possible. The winner of the contest
is the fighter with the highest score. In the event of a tie, time is extended by one
minute, if the competition is still tied then it will then be decided by sudden death, the
first fighter to score.
CLOTHING:
The competitors wear loose fitting clothing, a pair of kicking pants and V neck tops
are very popular, however T shirts are permitted in some circumstances, they must be a
club T shirt.
BENEFITS OF KICKBOXING
Physical:
If practiced regularly it will provide a cardiovascular workout, it will help develop,
muscle tone, strength, flexibility balance and concentration, it is considered to be an
effective total body workout. In a recent study by US Fitness
magazine it was proven that a kickboxing class can burn an impressive 800
calories an hour. It will help maintain weight and body fat controls and bone
density. The skill taught can be used in self-defense, if needed.
Psychological:
It is considered to be calming and relaxing, it requires a
high degree of concentration and focus to be able to deliver the multiple
movements, punches and kicks. Focus is often on helping body and spirit
feel centred and connected to each other.
Lifestyle Benefits:
It can be practiced alone or with others. Group introduction is widely available, it is
accessible to people of wildly ranging ages and fitness levels, equipment in the initial
stages is minimal and equipment is primarily inexpensive.
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