The Fall Classic: A Kickboxing, Grappling, & Point Fighting Tournament
Knoxville, TN, United States
Description
Celebrating Our 50th Anniversary
The 50th Annual Fall Classic is finally here! TFC50 is Classic Combat’s signature event, proudly presented by The Wheeler Academy. As we celebrate this historic milestone, we’re excited to honor our rich tradition of this tournament by bringing back point-fighting (ie. point karate) divisions alongside the action you’ve come to expect. We hope you’ll join us for this momentous occasion as we celebrate 50 years of competition, community, and martial arts excellence.
- Chuck & Landon Reynolds & The Classic Combat Team
đź“Ś Event Details
When: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Where: Grace Christian Academy - 5914 Beaver Ridge Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931
đź’° Registration and Fees
Early Bird (June 27 - July 31)
- 1st Division: $65
- 2nd Division: $15
- 3rd Division: $10
- 4th Division: $5
- 5th Division: Free
- Absolute Division: $25
Regular (August 1 - September 30)
- 1st Division: $75
- 2nd Division: $20
- 3rd Division: $15
- 4th Division: $10
- 5th Division: Free
- Absolute Division: $25
Late (October 1-21)
- 1st Division: $85
- 2nd Division: $25
- 3rd Division: $20
- 4th Division: $15
- 5th Division: Free
- Absolute: $25
âš No day-of registration for competitors. All competitors must register by midnight, October 21. Spectators may purchase tickets at the door.
🎟 Spectator Admission
All spectators ages five & up need to purchase a wristband to enter.
- $10 per person
- Pay at the door (cash or card) or during online registration.
đź’µ Refund Policy
- Refund requests before September 1 will receive a voucher for next year’s tournament.
- If a competitor is alone in their bracket and cannot be moved to a suitable division, a full refund will be issued.
- No refunds or vouchers for adult fighters who miss weight.
📧 Request refunds by emailing: info@classiccombat.org
âť“ Still Have Questions?
Contact us at info@classiccombat.org or fill out the online form. Our staff will get back to you quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is The Fall Classic tournament?
The event is Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Grace Christian Academy, 5914 Beaver Ridge Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931.
What are the registration deadlines and fees?
Early Bird registration is June 27 - July 31: 1st Division $65, 2nd $15, 3rd $10, 4th $5, 5th free, Absolute Division $25. Regular registration is August 1 - September 30: 1st Division $75, 2nd $20, 3rd $15, 4th $10, 5th free, Absolute Division $25. Late registration is October 1-21: 1st Division $85, 2nd $25, 3rd $20, 4th $15, 5th free, Absolute $25.
Is day-of registration available for competitors?
No. All competitors must register by midnight, October 21.
How much is spectator admission?
Spectator admission is $10 per person for all spectators ages five and up.
How can spectators buy tickets?
Spectators may purchase tickets at the door with cash or card, or during online registration.
What is the refund policy?
Refund requests before September 1 will receive a voucher for next year’s tournament. If a competitor is alone in their bracket and cannot be moved to a suitable division, a full refund will be issued. There are no refunds or vouchers for adult fighters who miss weight.
How do I request a refund or contact the tournament?
Refund requests and questions can be emailed to info@classiccombat.org. The description also says questions may be submitted through the online form.
What types of divisions are mentioned for this event?
The description mentions kickboxing, grappling, point-fighting divisions, and an Absolute Division.
