International Kickboxing Federation

Point Muay Thai & Point Kickboxing

A Safe, Technical, Skill-Focused Competition Format

At Bailey Kickboxing Academy & Fitness, we’re proud to participate in IKF Point Muay Thai (PMT) and IKF Point Kickboxing (PKB) events — a competition style designed to help athletes of all levels grow in a controlled, safe, and highly technical environment.

What Is IKF Point Muay Thai / Point Kickboxing?

The International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) created these “point-based” divisions as a semi-contact form of competition. Instead of emphasizing power, the focus is on:

Clean technique
Precision
Timing
Control
Sportsmanship

These events give beginners, youth athletes, and developing martial artists a chance to compete without the intensity or risk of full-contact fighting.

How Point Competition Works

✓ Semi-Contact Only — No Knockouts

Strikes must be controlled at all times. Heavy blows or knockout attempts are not allowed. Referees strictly enforce safety and technique.

✓ Protective Gear Required

Competitors wear headgear, gloves, shin/foot protection, mouthpieces, and groin protection. Some divisions may also use body protectors.

✓ Scoring Focused on Clean Technique

Judges score based on the number of clean, legal strikes — not on power or aggression. Round winners are determined by technical excellence.

✓ Short, Fast-Paced Rounds

Bouts typically range from 1–3 short rounds, making the action quick, technical, and beginner-friendly.

Rules by Style

Point Kickboxing (PKB)

Punches and kicks to legal target areas
No low kicks in “Above the Waist” divisions
No elbows or power knees

Point Muay Thai (PMT)

Kicks to legs and body allowed
Knees to the body (controlled) allowed
No elbows
Limited, controlled clinch depending on division

Why Athletes Love This Format

IKF point fighting is perfect for:

New students gaining confidence
Youth competitors
Adults wanting to test their skills safely
Technical martial artists who enjoy strategy over power
Fighters preparing for future full-contact bouts

It’s a great way to build timing, rhythm, and fight IQ while keeping injury risk low.

A Stepping-Stone to Higher Level Competition

Many athletes use IKF PMT/PKB events as their entry point into competition. The structure allows you to learn, grow, and challenge yourself — without jumping straight into full-contact Muay Thai.

Ready to Compete?

Bailey Kickboxing Academy prepares students for IKF events year-round.

👉 Visit PMTWEST.org for event details, rules, and upcoming point-based competitions:
https://www.pmtwest.org

If you’re interested in moving beyond point competition into full-contact matches, please visit the front desk — our coaches will guide you through the next steps and requirements.