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Event information
The MTA nationals are a tournament style event. All bouts are in accordance with IFMA rules.
The event is the biggest tournament on the MTA calender. It is a fantastic opportunity to compete with people from all over Australia and compete for who is the national Muaythai champion. It is a great experience. Many competitors get more than one bout and vastly increase their competition experience by attending.
The event is open to Juniors from 10 -17 years. All bouts are matched after the first weigh in. You are then required to weigh in on each day you are competing. If you fail to make weight, at anytime, you are disqualified. PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED ON REGISTRATION AND WEIGH IN. PASSPORT OR BIRTH CERTIFICATE.
Registration is for the competition only. All other administration and logistics is at your own expense.
The tournament is for all MTA competitors. You will be matched with anyone in your division according to your experience. The entry form has fight records and we can advise of the experience level of your division after people have entered. All bouts are strictly controlled and safety is paramount.
Junior Divisions A Class (10+ bouts), B Class (4-9 Bouts), C Class (0-3 Bouts)
RULES:
Juniors - Age group's are based on the age of the entrant as at March the 8th 2024.
Eligibility - MTA Nationals is open to Indivudual members and MTA registered Clubs only. If you wish to enter - you must join as an individual member and your club must join the MTA, if not already.
For QLD members join here:
https://www.muaythaiqld.com.au/join-us-now/
For NSW members join here:
Membership - Muay Thai Australia - NSW (muaythainsw.com.au)
For any other State join here:
Registration Fee - Registration Closes - March 4th 2024. Registration Fee $80.
Registration is per athlete. It is payable (non refundable) whether there is a bout or not. It is also payable if the entrant doesn't make weight.
Drug testing: The MTA is a member of SIA (Sports Integrity Australia). All drug testing will be done under the guidelines of SIA.
Medical Requirements. A medical for the event is required. It MUST be presented at registration with proof of age and identity. Blood tests are required for anyone 16 and over, on the original form, that are dated no less than 6 months from the event. Pregnancy tests are required for females who are 16 and over. Form is available at:
MTA Medical Declaration for Athletes 2018 TY PDF
Trainers - MTA Head Instructors get one free entry. Teams with less than 5 entries get 2 trainer entries. Teams with more than 5 athletes get 4 trainer entries. Teams with 10 or more athletes get 4 trainer entries.
http://www.ifmamuaythai.org/anti-doping/11768-2/
Weight Divisions - As per IFMA weight divisions. Your selection in the Australian Squad and consideration for the Australian Team will be based on the weight division you enter. If you make it in the Australian Team, you have to be able to compete at the world championships in the weight division you are selected for.
Event Waiver - is required to be completed and signed. Please bring signed copy to event registration.
Schedule:
Friday 8th March
- Organising Committee Meeting. 1pm
- Athlete Registration/Check In. 3 - 6pm, Venue.
Saturday 9th March
- Weigh In. 6am - 8am
- Officials Seminar. 7.30am - 9am
- Coaches Briefing. 9.15am
- OPENING CEREMONY AND WELCOME SPEECH. 10am
- Bouts Commence. 11am
- Draw for day 2 is done at the completion of Day 1.
Sunday 10th March
- Weigh In. 6.00am - 8.00am
- Bouts Commence. 11am
Medal ceremonies will be conducted immediately after the finals bout. Gold medalists will then proceed to the Australia Team desk to indicate if they would attend the World Championships 2024. They will also provide their tracksuit and clothing sizes. Please be prepared to answer the question about attending Worlds!
Australian Team selection: Gold medal winners are in the squad but must fulfill other criteria before final selection. Final team selection is at the discretion of the MTA. Australian Team selection requires athletes be competitive at the World Championships, that they sign a code of conduct form, that they submit themselves for WADA testing and that they commit to the requirements of the team and coaching staff for the event.
Spectators:
- 1 day. Adults - $25.00 - Juniors under 17 years - $10.00 ID may be requested
Common Questions.
What if I have no one in my weight division? You have 2 options. 1. Win the division by walk over. 2. Enter in the weight division up and compete so as to get a bout, this will not affect your selection for the weight division you entered at.
What equipment do I need? You are required to have a mouth guard and groin protection. Elite females must wear breast protection. Gloves, head gear, elbow guards, shin guards and chest guards are supplied.
What clothing do I fight in? Muaythai shorts are mandatory. Shorts must match the corner you are fighting from or be neutral. Females must fight in a crop top. Males can fight with no shirt.
Wai Kru? All fighter MUST wear a Mongkon into the ring, seal the ring and be prepared to compete. Due to strict time restrictions, the Wai Kru cannot exceed 2min. World Championships have a Wai Kru medal event, if you are interested in entering please advise your MTA member.
Corner person - Maximum of two corner people are allowed. They must stay in their chairs during the round and behave in a professional manner.
Photos - at weighins are restricted and will be managed by officials.
Weigh In - All athletes are to weigh in Muaythai shorts and a minimum crop top for females.