Junior Muay Thai Rules

DEFINITION OF TERMS 


JUNIOR 


The term junior, as used in these rules, refers to boxers under the age of 16 years, boxers may not receive payment for competing.


BOXER


The term boxer, as used in these rules, refers to a Muay Thai competitor (Nak Muay).


RULE 1: THE RING


1. For general competition the ring and stage are as follows:


The ring should be constructed for boxing competitions and erected appropriately. It must be constructed strongly, safely at a level without any obstructions and the ring floor must stretch out beyond ring ropes by at least 90 centimetres. The only instances where the ring floor extends beyond the ring ropes by any less than 90 centimetres is if approved by a health and safety officer appointed by MTGB after careful consideration of its implications for the boxer's safety.


1.2 The ring floor must be raised from the ground but not higher than 1.50 meters. In each of the four ring corners, one ring post of 10-12.5 centimetres in diameters is erected high up from the ground not higher than 2.70 meters. The ring floor must be covered with soft materials, such as rubber, soft cloth pieces, sponge, or similar materials for the thickness of 2.50 centimetres to 3.75 centimetres, with a top- up of canvas cover tightly and smoothly secured all over to the whole ring area. The only case where the ring floor can be raised higher than 1.50 metres is if an appropriately cushioned landing area is provided and approved by a health and safety officer appointed by the MTGB


1.3 The ring construction should be such that the position of the red corner is on the left hand side of the ring officials‟ table where the senior judge or Chairperson is seated, the blue corner opposite to the red corner and the other two are neutral corners.


1.4 There are four surrounding ring ropes of 3-5 centimetres in diameter, padded with smooth and soft materials, attached tightly to the four corner posts. The ropes are attached high up from the ring floor 45 centimetres, 75 centimetres, 1.05 meters, and 1.35 meters, respectively as measured to the top of the rope. The ropes of each side must be held by two strong pieces of cloth, specifically designed fastening or rope that allow the ropes to be equally spaced from each other. These fastenings must be tightly tied to hold the ropes. All four corners must be padded with cushions or other material in good conditions to protect the boxers from harm. There must be steps provided, one at the blue corner for the boxers, the seconds, the referee, and the ring doctor to step up into the ring for duties.


RULE 2: RING EQUIPMENT FOR COMPETITION AND OFFICIALS


2.1 Two seats (stools) for boxers.


2.2 Tables and chairs for officials.


2.3 A bell.


2.4 One or two stopwatches.


2.5 Score cards.


2.6 paramedic equipment as deemed necessary by medical staff 


2.7 A pair of safety scissors.


2.8 Other instruments essential for the administration of the competition, e.g. an amplifier and a microphone, etc.


RULE 3: GLOVES


3.1 In competitions, the boxers must only use the gloves certified by MTGB.


3.2 The glove sizes for competitions should be 6-8oz Velcro fastening. Gloves must be inspected by the authorised glove inspector or referee.


RULE 4: HAND BANDAGES 


4.1 In competitions, the boxers can use a training wrap or soft hand bandages not longer than six (6) meters and wider than five (5) centimetres for each hand.


4.2 The use of adhesive tape is only permitted to secure the end of the bandages, it’s forbidden to use tape to cover the back of the wrist and “Packing” the knuckles is strictly forbidden. 


RULE 5: UNIFORM 


5.1 Boxers must wear shorts but no shoes. Female competitors may wear a suitable top approved by MTGB


5.1.1 Male boxers must wear a protective cup or a protective covering for the genital organs, made of strong material capable to protect them from knee blows or other kinds of blows. Female boxers may wear a protective cup and breast protector should they wish to. The use of a mouth guard (gum shield) is optional.


5.1.2 The boxer’s finger nails and toenails must be closely and neatly cut.


5.1.3 Single elastic bandages are allowed to be worn on the arm or legs to prevent sprains, however insertion of a shin guard, etc, is not allowed. Boxers may put on ankle supporters, one for each ankle. Wrapping the ankles and legs with pieces of cloth is not permitted unless deemed necessary on medical grounds and approved by MTGB.


5.1.4 No metal or sharp material of any type, decoration or jewellery is allowed to be worn during the contest.


5.1.5 Boxers can wear a sacred headband (Mongkon) only when they paying homage before the bout. However, during the bout, the boxers may wear an inscribed cloth, an amulet, or an inscribed charm around the upper arm or strung around the waist, but neatly wrapped and covered with cloth to prevent harm to them or their opponent.


5.2 Dressing Violations. In case the boxer’s uniforms are not clean or not in accordance with Rule 5.1, the referee has authority to order the offended boxer to correct all faults before the bout begins. During the bout, if the boxer’s gloves or dress, or protective equipment is displaced, the referee will stop the action to correct the faults.

 

RULE 6: WEIGHT DIVISION AND WEIGH-IN


6.1 Divisions and weight limits for competitions.