Competition Standards & Rules
IMAF follows a structured set of rules and scoring criteria to ensure fairness, consistency, and professionalism across all divisions:
Weapons & Forms: Divisions include Traditional, Extreme, and Creative categories, each with specific judging criteria focused on technique, control, and presentation.
Sparring Divisions: Strict point scoring, contact regulations, and penalty enforcement create a safe and competitive environment for all fighters.
Updated Guidelines: Recent modifications introduce enhanced equipment requirements, coaching conduct regulations, and arbitration procedures to maintain the highest competition standards.
A Legacy of Excellence
IMAF is affiliated with the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU), an organization with over a century of experience in developing champions and promoting amateur sports worldwide. The AAU’s commitment to “Sports For All, Forever” aligns perfectly with IMAF’s mission to elevate martial arts competition and provide opportunities for athletes to reach their highest potential.
Why Compete at IMAF?
Face the Best Martial Artists in the World
Earn the Title of True World Champion
Experience a Premier Competition Venue
Opportunity to Perform at the IMAF Nighttime Showcase
Join Us at IMAF 2025
The next Elite World Martial Arts Championship will be held on October 31, 2025, at the Daytona Beach Ocean Center. Don’t miss your chance to compete at the highest level and become part of martial arts history.
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