Muay Thai General Information

Competition Dates: 9 - 11 May
Competition Venue: Spectrum Stadium, Marrara Sports Complex
Gold Medals: 36

Competition Details:

After wowing the crowds and producing a spectacular debut to the Games in 2009, Muay Thai returns bigger and stronger for round two.

The 2011 Arafura Games Muay Thai competition is sanctioned by the International Federation Muay Thai Amateur (IFMA) as a World Calendar event, drawing world class amateur fighters to Darwin for the Games.

Male and female fighters will compete in two divisions in the week long event, allowing developing nations the opportunity to tackle opponents of similar skill level.

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Eligibility/Entry Standards:

There will be no junior fighters permitted to compete at this event with a minimum age of 15 years as at 7 May. All athletes will undergo a qualification process prior to acceptance which will be governed by IFMA.

Further details on eligibility and qualification process will be confirmed shortly.

Endorsement:

All teams must be endorsed by the relevant National Federation. Registration will not be finalised and accepted until endorsement is received. Endorsement information is provided at time of registration and should be gained by the appropriate organisation prior to registering any athletes to ensure there are no delays in the process.

Managers Meeting:

A Team Managers Meeting will be held prior to the commencement of competition. All Team Managers are expected to attend this meeting.

Further information will be provided closer to the Games.

Medal Ceremony:

Medal Ceremonies will be conducted on the conclusion of each Gold Medal Match. Further details will be provided closer to the event. It is expected that all medal winners will be in full team attire in order to receive their medals. The Organising Committee reserves the right to refuse an athlete to participation in a ceremony should they not be appropriately attired.

Contact Details:

Contact Name: Mr Stephen Fox
Organisation: International Federation Muay Thai Amateur
Postal Address: Head Office, Bangkok, THAILAND
Phone: +66 2 661 6263
Fax: +66 2 661 6265
Email: muaythai@arafuragames.net
Website: www.ifmamuaythai.org