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Dear Instructor and Trainers,

We would like to invite you and your school or gym to participate in one of the most exciting Martial Arts/Kickboxing tournaments for men, women and children to hit the United States...The I K F World Classic Point Kickboxing Tournament©

 IKF Point Kickboxing© is semi- contact- continuous sparring kickboxing.  Its the real thing -  minus the knockout!  We will be hosting this event August 18, 2007 along with the IKF World Classic Kickboxing Tournament (August 17,18,19-2007) which is the "Golden Gloves" of Kickboxing in 'full contact" action in assorted Kickboxing styles. 

IKF World Classic Point Kickboxing Tournament©

"The First Step Out of the Gym!"

Semi - Contact - Continuous Sparring Kickboxing - No Knockouts Allowed!

Chicago, Ill - August 18, 2007

Hyatt Regency O'Hare Hotel

Over 33 Special Weight Divisions for the I K F World Classic P K B !  Win Great Awards!

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To become an official at the IKF/PKB Classic, promote/add PKB to your event etc.-  Contact  IKF/PKB Director Johnny Davis

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^{IKF Announces Inclusion of Semi Contact Division}

 ^{in  World Classic Championship Tournament!} 

IKF 'Semi-Contact ' Point Kickboxing© will be held in conjunction but in a separate room from the Annual IKF World Classic Kickboxing Tournament in Chicago, Ill- August 17,18,19 - 2007.  The championship tournament host some of the best full contact fighters in the world in assorted styles of kickboxing. 

Sacramento, CA- November 21, 2006- The International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) noted by most as the largest sanctioning body in the world for sanctioning Kickboxing events has decided to add its version of semi contact - IKF Point Kickboxing© (PKB) to its prestigious IKF World Classic Championship Tournament that's held annually.  The Tournament is certainly one of the most awaited events of the year for the amateur 'full contact' Kick Boxer of assorted styles. Whether an American Style Kickboxer (kicks above the waist), International Style Kickboxer (leg kicks) or a Muay Thai Kickboxer (incorporates knees to body) most of those who have attended the IKF World Classic  in the past have deemed it the "Golden Gloves" event for the electrifying sport of Kickboxing.

The IKF World Classic will be held in 2007 in the great City of Chicago, Ill.  The event will take place over three days at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Hotel. August 17th,18th, and 19th will be the days where top contenders from around the world will be for going for the knockout attempting to achieve their dreams of becoming an IKF World Classic Champion!

The IKF World Classic stands alone when it comes to top quality awards as well as having the backing of an organization that takes great pride in giving all participants and trainers recognitions for their efforts.  Although the event in the past was only for those fighting in full contact bouts, the IKF has now opened its doors to the world of semi-contact fighting.  On Saturday-August 18th in a separate room at the Hyatt Hotel,  the IKF World Classic Point Kickboxing divisions will be determining who is the best semi- contact fighter in the world!  Although knockouts are not allowed in the PKB version of the event, the action will be hot and heavy as combatants wearing 8-16oz boxing gloves (depending on division) give their all to show they have the form, skill and kickboxing talent to outpoint their opponent in continuous sparring action!  

You don't need a knockout to have great action and past IKF Point Kickboxing tournaments have proven over and over again to be full of excitement! One thing for sure, you will need to be well conditioned and ready for the fierce pace of the 90  to 120 sec. bouts...don't take it lightly or you will get caught off guard. Qualified judges and referees will be on hand to assure that contact is kept to a medium and they will be trained to recognize whether a person is prepared for the event etc. and make fair decisions for the outcome of the bouts.   Men, Women and Children from 7 to 17 years old will travel from afar to enter this event!  All of them will fight their hearts out to become the IKF World Classic Point Kickboxing Champion in their specific divisions and take home a prestigious new title and a beautiful award!  In fact, all who attend as in 0 conventional fashion of the IKF will receive an award.

Traditional point karate tournaments have flourished for years in the United States and abroad hosting hundreds of competitors on any giving weekend.  Although IKF Point Kickboxing is still in its infancy in the U.S., other countries have been participating in this semi contact style of fighting for many years. Like the IKF World Classic "Full Contact" Divisions, competitors have come from African and European countries etc. to test their skills.  The IKF encourages those experienced in semi- contact from other countries to compete in the IKF World Classic Point Kickboxing Championship.  

Competitors in the IKF/PKB will have the opportunity to do the same on-line registration as the "full contact" competitors.  Additionally, they will be able to reserve their rooms at the Hyatt and enjoy all the other activities surrounding the event.  With the semi contact fighters merging with the full contact fighters on the same weekend at the same venue, its sure to be lots of fun!  Moreover, the semi-contact fighters will get a chance to see what's ahead and prepare their grand entrance to the next level of competition.  We look forward to seeing all of the parents, fans and future fighters as spectators to witness some of the best semi and full contact fights you can get in one weekend!

Johnny Davis, who is the Director and Founder of IKF Point Kickboxing is excited about the opportunity to promote this event on such a large scale and in conjunction with the IKF World Classic Championship stating " Its been five years since we had our first IKF Point Kickboxing event.  With inquiries from around the world to participate in such a tournament, its great that those wanting to particapate will now have their chance. The PKB divisions are fun, safe and challenging!   I look forward to speaking with many of you to request your school/gym's participation in the event.  It will certainly be on the world scale and continue with the staple of quality and fairness that the IKF represents. We look forward to seeing all of you there!"

Moreover, participants will have the opportunity to prepare for The World Classic at two other IKF/PKB events earlier in 2007.  IKF/PKB Promoter Mr. Will Smith of Vanguard Promotions out of Durham, NC will be hosting his Carolina Triple Threat event April 20 and 21st, 2007 at the Durham Marriott Hotel.  On Friday night- April 20th, the event will feature a special seminar from Johnny Davis on how to convert traditional techniques to effective Kickboxing techniques. Sat. April 21st, a Jujitsu and a IKF Point Kickboxing tournament will last for most of the day.  The night-time event will roll into a full contact Kickboxing action in IKF title fights-assorted styles!  Additionally, IKF/PKB Promoter Mr. Sean Griffin of Indian Trail, NC will  host another event on May 19, 2007.  You are encouraged to participate in these events to help you prepare for the IKF World Classic Point Kickboxing event later in August '07.

The IKF has made a great opportunity for those looking for "the next step out of the gym. "Additionally, for those doing the point karate, continuous fighting, aerobics Kickboxing classes or just sparring in the gym, now you will have a chance with a click of a button or phone call to enter this prestigious event. The IKF World Classic PKB  has been long coming but is now here in the United States for the enjoyment, adventure and potential achievement of all who wish to participate!

Registration including expanded weight classes etc. for the event will be posted soon.  In the meantime, you are encouraged to email your questions and comments to johnnyd@akpromotions.org .  

PKB Footnote

IKF Point Kickboxing© was specifically designed for the beginner/intermediated Kick Boxer but will also assist the advanced fighter to better their skills. IKF Point Kickboxing allows one to concentrate on  techniques as opposed to focusing on not being knocked out.  Full gear is mandatory and knockouts are not allowed in IKF Point Kickboxing!  However, there is contact and one can expect to feel the intensity of a fight just with reduced power.  The contact is strictly enforced.  You can only win a bout on points.  The difference here is the style.  For years, Point Karate tournaments have flourished all over the world but the techniques one uses in Point Karate tournaments (backfist, ridgehands etc.) are mostly ineffective in realistic situations and are not allowed in IKF Point Kickboxing.  Men, Women and Children compete for beautiful awards and titles!

One who does IKF Point Kickboxing has to maintain the form and style of a kickboxer or most likely face defeat. IKF Point Kickboxing allows you to keep the form of a  kickboxer as opposed to switching back and forth from more traditional style sparring in martial arts

Competitors who've done the tournaments and even Domination style fighting find that IKF Point Kickboxing is very different.  Some of the differences are the 10, 12 and 16 oz boxing gloves and real boxing techniques (jab, hook, cross etc.) as well as the continuous fighting that challenges the conditioning level of each competitor.   Matches are one, two and three minutes in duration. IKF Point Kickboxing is the next step out of the gym for the eventual full contact fighter of assorted styles.  

For more information on events and, or promoting an event in your area contact - IKF/PKB Director Johnny Davis - johnnyd@akpromotions.org  or by calling (916)205-4762- (916)663-2463 or go to www.AKPromotions.org or www.IKFKickboxing.com 

Results from the IKF Point Kickboxing© 

Tournament in Indian Trail, NC 

This past Saturday, November 4, 2006 IKF/PKB Promoter Mr. Sean Griffin and his Martial Arts Gym hosted the Bostic Properties LLC 2006 IKF Point Kickboxing and martial arts tournament, which was a huge success! Participants range from six years and up competed in self-defense, forms and continuous Karate sparring and IKF Point Kickboxing. The tournament was held at the Indian Trail Elementary School, which also contained a grappling tournament, in addition to the karate and kickboxing tournament. The following are the winners in the IKF Point Kickboxing division of the tournament:  

Note: There were over 21 exciting IKF Point Kickboxing matches in front of a packed gym of spectators!

Results Below:

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IKF/ PKB Results: 

6-7 yr. olds American Rules (PKB)

1. Jimmy Whalen - Charlotte, NC 2.Carter Whickey - Charlotte, NC  

3.Joshua Vandergrift -Charlotte, NC,4. Brisa Miramontes - Charlotte, NC 

8 yr. olds beginners American Rules (PKB)

1. Garrett Richardson  - Charlotte, NC 2. Alyssa Johnson - Charlotte, NC 

Alyssa Johnson vs. Garrett Richardson

8-9 yr. olds Intermediate American Rules (PKB)

1.Mason Wickey - Charlotte, NC  2. Lucas Butler - Charlotte, NC  3. Rodrigo Artolozaga - Charlotte, NC  4. William Perkins - Charlotte, NC  5. Christian Bass - Charlotte, NC 

14-15 yr. old American Rules (PKB)

1.Anthony DeMasi - Charlotte, NC  2.James Gaither - Charlotte, NC 

16-17 yr. old American Rules (PKB)

1.J.C.Long - Charlotte, NC  2.Scott Childs - Charlotte, NC 

 Scott Childs vs. J.C. Long

10-13 yr. old American Rules

1.Brian Teutonico - Charlotte, NC  2.Michael DeMasi - Charlotte, NC  3. Stevei-Lee Nance - Charlotte, NC  4.Daniel Gruszcnski - Charlotte, NC 

15-16 yr. old International Rules (PIR)

1.Tyler Jackson - Princess Anne, MD 2.Max Rathbun - Charlotte, NC  3.Evan Sweeney - Charlotte, NC 

Women American Rules

1.Raquel Hainsel - Charlotte, NC  2.Ai'sha Washington - Princess Anne, MD 3. Kathy Smith - Greensboro, NC

 Raquel Hainsel (left) receiving 1st Place in the women's division

Men Middleweight American Rules

1. Nick Parker - Charlotte, NC 2. Josh Sutton - Williamston, SC 3. James Morrison - Carriere, MS 4.Scott Richardson - Charlotte, NC

Men Heavyweight American Rules

1.Sean Watson - Charlotte, NC 2. Michael Gentile - Charlotte, NC 3. Seth Watson - Charlotte, NC  4. James Lefler - Charlotte, NC

For more Info on future events in Indian Trial, NC... Please Contact Mr. Sean Griffin at (704) 488-3908 or If you would like to promote an event in your area

 

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What's the "Point" to "Karate" Tournament Point Fighting?

By Sandan Sean Griffin (Right) of Indian Trails, NC  who advocates Semi-Contact Continuous IKF Point Kickboxing over traditional Point Karate fighting.

Mr. Griffin is a Kempo instructor out of North Carolina.  His comments are independent of that of AKP.  He recognizes that IKF Point Kickboxing is a Semi- Contact event and knockouts are not allowed. 
 
Tournament point fighting was established to give universal set rules for competitors to compete from various schools in a safe fight, which will ultimately help competitors improve their martial arts skills from competition. But does tournament point fighting really improve competitors martial arts skills?
           
Although there are some benefits to point fighting, overall the negatives far outweigh the positives. First, let's look at the positives of  tournament point fighting. Point fighting gives students an opportunity to compete against students from other martial arts schools that they would not normally be able to spar against. Whenever you have the opportunity to spar someone new, this is always a positive experience. Even if you lose the fight, you are able to learn from your mistakes and have an opportunity to test your techniques against an opponent with a different style of defensive and offensive techniques.
              
Point fighting is also beneficial for developing your speed and accuracy. Under current rules, the referee stops the fight after each point. Therefore, students must be the first one to quickly score a point on his opponent before his opponent can score on him or her.. The only remaining benefit I can think of for point fighting is that it is a very safe form of fighting. Once a competitor hits the other competitor and scores a point, the referee stops the fight and separates the fighters. Therefore, one competitor does not take a series of strikes which could lead to serious injury or a possible knockout!
               
Despite, the above positives of point fighting, there are far greater negatives. First and foremost, point fighting is not realistic in regards to self-defense. In a real self defense situation there will be no judge to "jump in" and stop the bad guy if he hits you. In fact, he will continuously hit you until he has seriously injured you. Therefore, the obvious negative to point fighting is that it creates bad habits in regards to your fighting style and use of techniques. Offensively, you will only be concerned with hitting the opponent once, and will not develop "following-up" of your techniques in order to hit him, or her, with a number of strikes until you have defeated your opponent decisively. Defensively, you are not concerned with defending an attacker after he has hit you, or more importantly, being able to counter-attack your opponent with a technique once you have been hit.
             
In addition, although point fighting is good for developing speed and accuracy, it does not reward the use of power in your techniques. In fact, if you hit your opponent too hard in a tournament you will actually be penalized for excessive force. This is completely contrary to a real self-defense situation, in which the average fight lasts approximately 10 seconds! In a fight that lasts 10 seconds you certainly want to be fast and accurate with your techniques, but you must have a considerable amount of force in your techniques as well, in order to disable your attacker.
                 
If you enjoy competing, but do not want to point fight, there may be another option! In the past couple of years, a new style of tournament fighting has become popular called "Continuous Sparring" or "IKF Point Kickboxing". It has all of the same scoring rules and safety regards as point fighting, except the referee does not stop the fight after each point. This style of fighting is much more realistic and will benefit your long term training much more than point fighting will. 
               
In conclusion, do I recommend that you fight in local tournaments? Based on the positives and negatives I have previously stated, the choice is yours. But try not to get so obsessed with winning a trophy, that it may make you lose sight of your other martial arts goals. Remember, you perform like you practice! If you practice tapping your opponent with no regards to follow-ups or the possibility of getting hit back, then don't be surprised if you do it in a life threatening situation! That leads me to ask, "If point fighting doesn't help your ability to defend yourself, then 'What's the Point?'."
                                                                     

 Mr. Griffin  will be promoting an IKF Point Kickboxing event on Nov. 4th, 2006. You are encouraged to sign up today to participate by contacting Mr. Griffin at http://www.magym.net/  (704)488-3908.