Rio de Janerio is a town with a proud sporting history. Everyone remembers the historical Olympic Games 2016, FIFA World Cup 2014 and so many premiere sporting events. The Confederacao Brasileira de Muaythai Tradicional (CBMTT) is a fully recognized federation and sport in Brazil recognized by the Brazilian Olympic Committee and CBMTT is a proud […]
This year’s Virtual Championships not only opened participation for the IFMA members, but also to members running Sport Is Your Gang programmes to engage marginalised youth in their communities through muaythai. Not only did the Muaythai Association of the Philippines (MAP) enter an incredibly strong team to represent the nation at this year’s virtuals, but […]
The muaythai family is deeply saddened by the passing of Zack Taumafi. Zack was one of the pioneers of martial arts and muaythai in Samoa and Australia and in his later years in the United Arab Emirates. Zack was known for his pleasant personality, character and his innovative approach. Our deepest sympathies go to his family as we understand that they are all […]
IFMA participants from around the world have finished their first competition day in the IFMA World Virtual Championships 2021 as the judges of the Virtual Championships log on to judge and score over 100 matches in the first round. There have been many close decisions on who will make it to the second round. While the physical […]
Agency calls on athletes, entourage and all stakeholders to note major modifications concerning the use of salbutamol and injectable glucocorticoids The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to publish the 2022 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List); the 2022 Summary of Major Modifications and Explanatory Notes; and the 2022 Monitoring Program. The 2022 List was approved by WADA’s […]
The World Virtual Championships 2021 started with over 70 countries participating in different disciplines, including wai kru, shadow boxing, mai muay, max fit, and shadow refereeing. IFMA President Dr Sakchye Tapsuwan welcomed the participants on the virtual platform, highlighted the solidarity of the IFMA family during these challenging times again, and praised the IFMA family’s innovation and […]
The technical officials are of the highest importance to ensure safety and fair play on the field of play. IFMA is permanently evolving to guarantee most importantly the athlete’s safety and One Standard rules for all officials from around the world. This year IFMA for the first time is not only giving opportunities to the athletes but also for […]
Today marks the official opening of the 2021 IFMA Virtial Championships!! After over a month of registrations and VDO submissions, IFMA kicks off this year’s Virtual Championships with the Official Opening Ceremony. IFMA Director Charissa Tynan stated: “This event promotes non-discrimination, inclusion, and equality. Regardless of the current pandemic it gives all our athletes and […]
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