Muay Thai Semi-Contact Showcase

Saturday, January 30, 2027 Tucson, AZ, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Kids

Entry

$45

Description

Price: $45 Normal Registration/ $65 Late Registration

Price includes 1 day ISKA license fee.

Key points:

*This event is sanctioned by the ISKA

*An ISKA ref will regulate all matches.

*The focus will be on proper muay thai technique and speed.

*There are no knockouts, no head kicks, and no elbows are allowed.

*If someone starts going too hard, the ref will stop the match and give a warning. The referee can stop the match if there are too many warnings.

*The event is open to 7 years and older. Youth matchups will be no more than 2 yrs difference and approval from coaches.

*No medicals are required for this event. This is a sparring event.

*Each competitor will wear cloth shin pads, open faced headgear, mouthpiece and groin protector (males).

*Glove size is 16oz for all athletes 15yrs and over (you will provide)

*Glove size is 10oz for all athletes 14yrs and under (you will provide)

*Same day weigh-ins (weigh ins will be before matches start in AM) Weigh in times will be announced soon.

You don’t need to cut weight for this event! If you want to lose weight safely before the day of is recommended. Final matches will be made after weigh-ins (based on actual weights, heights and ages.) Don’t worry if your weight is different on the day of. We can switch your division if there is an opportunity.

*No winner and no loser will be announced. Both hands will be raised.

*Medals for all competitors.

*Medical staff will be in attendance.

*Sparring matchups will be held inside a cage.

*ISKA refs, timekeepers, and inspectors will be in attendance.

*The official ROP announcer will be calling your fights!!

*Kids will compete in the morning; adults in the afternoon. There will be a break in between. Smoothcomp will have approximate times once the weigh ins are completed

Adult Weight classes 18yrs and over

115lbs and under, 116-125lbs, 126-135lbs, 136-145lbs

146-155lbs, 156-165lbs, 166-175lbs, 176-185lbs

186-195lbs, 195-205lbs, 206-225lbs, 226-265lbs

265lbs and over

Youth Weight classes 17yrs and under

60lbs and under, 61-70lbs, 71-80lbs, 81-90lbs,

91-100lbs, 101-110lbs, 111-120lbs, 121-130lbs,

131-140lbs, 141-150lb, 151-160lbs, 161-170lbs,

171-180lbs ,181-190lbs, 191-200lbs, 200-210lbs,

211-225lbs, 226-265lbs, 266lbs and over

*NO AMATUER FIGHTERS WITH EXPERIENCE ALLOWED TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT. (this includes mma, muay thai, kickboxing, boxing, etc.)

Event will be held at:

Rise Combat Sports

7131 East Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85715

*Location may change if registration exceeds expectations. Venue will be in Tucson if moved.

$20 Spectator fee

This helps us cover insurance, ISKA fees, staff etc.

*For questions, concerns-text Jen 415-519-3250

Event Details

Schedule

Kids compete in the morning; adults in the afternoon with a break in between. Exact times/approximate schedule posted on Smoothcomp after weigh-ins.

Weigh-In

Same-day weigh-ins before matches start in the AM; exact times TBA. Final matchups set after weigh-ins based on actual weights, heights and ages; competitors may be moved between divisions if opportunity. No medicals required for this sparring event.

Spectator Fee

$20 Spectator fee

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Divisions

Adult Registration$45
Athletes 18 years and older Male and Female
Youth Registration$45
All age groups 7-17 years Male and Female

Organizer

Rise of the Prospects

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does registration cost?

Normal registration is $45 and late registration is $65; the price includes a 1 day ISKA license fee.

How much are spectator tickets?

There is a $20 spectator fee.

What protective equipment and glove sizes are required?

Competitors must wear cloth shin pads, open-faced headgear, a mouthpiece, and males must wear a groin protector; athletes 15 years and over must provide 16oz gloves and athletes 14 years and under must provide 10oz gloves.

What techniques are prohibited and how are matches officiated?

There are no knockouts, no head kicks, and no elbows allowed; an ISKA referee will regulate all matches, can give warnings if someone goes too hard, and can stop the match after too many warnings.

Will winners be announced and are there awards?

No winner and no loser will be announced — both hands will be raised — and medals will be awarded to all competitors.

Who is eligible to compete?

The event is open to competitors aged 7 years and older; youth matchups must be no more than 2 years apart and require approval from coaches, and no amateur fighters with experience in MMA, muay thai, kickboxing, boxing, or similar are allowed to register.

When and how are weigh-ins handled?

There are same-day weigh-ins before matches start in the AM with weigh-in times to be announced soon; final matches will be made after weigh-ins based on actual weights, heights, and ages, and competitors may be switched divisions if there is an opportunity.

What is the event schedule for kids and adults?

Kids will compete in the morning and adults in the afternoon with a break in between, and Smoothcomp will publish approximate times once the weigh-ins are completed.

Where is the event being held and can the location change?

The event will be held at Rise Combat Sports, 7131 East Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85715; the location may change if registration exceeds expectations but the venue will remain in Tucson if moved.

Are medicals required and will medical staff be present?

No medicals are required for this sparring event, and medical staff will be in attendance.