SEMI-CONTACT
IKF PKB/PMT/PBSC
TOURNAMENT

Kickboxing, Muay Thai & Boxing

Tournament info

Apex Martial Arts & United Thai Boxing are hosting our 4th Semi-Contact Kickboxing, Muay Thai, and Boxing Mid-Atlantic Grand Championship.

DATE OF EVENT: February 21, 2026
EVENT LOCATION: SportHQ, 107 Edinburgh S Dr # 100A, Cary, NC 27511

This is a semi-contact, continuous fighting tournament where the emphasis is on **technique and scoring—**not power. Knockouts are not allowed.

To ensure a smooth and efficient experience for all participants, we highly encourage all competitors to register early.

If you are unable to attend, a credit for a future event will be offered. If you don’t get a match, we will issue a refund.

Thank you for your support as we continue working to provide a safe, organized, and positive competitive environment.

Rounds

Adults (>18) will spar for two 2-minute rounds with a 1-minute break. If it’s a draw, a 1-minute tie-breaker round will be added.
Youth (13-17) will spar for two 1.5 minute rounds with a 1-minute break in between. If it’s a draw, a 1-minute tie-breaker will be added.
Kids (5-12) will spar for two 1-minute rounds with a 1-minute break.

Rules

We will be following these rule sets:

No elbows or knees to the head are permitted for any rule style.

Required Gear

16oz gloves for adults. 12oz gloves for kids.
Muay Thai shorts. Gym shorts and MMA shorts not allowed.
Hand wraps or tape & gauze.
Shin guards w/foot guard (sock shin guards are permitted).
Head Gear. Full-face headgear w/jaw bar or full faceguard are permitted for fighters who choose to wear it.
Groin protection.
Mouth guard.
Boxing shoes (for boxers).
Corners MUST bring a bucket, water, towel, tape (to tape headgear and shin guards) and any other necessary supplies.

The above gear is mandatory. You cannot compete without it!

Schedule