Official Rules

These Official Rules form part of the FightStar Interclub Participation & Liability Agreement.By registering for an event and accepting the online disclaimer, all competitors agree to be bound by these Rules in full.

Failure to comply may result in bout stoppage, disqualification, or removal from the event.

What we Stand For

Fair, Experienced-Based
Matchmaking

Safety-first rules
and officiating

Clear standards
& Rules for all

Multiple combat
disciplines

1. EVENT FORMAT

FightStar Interclub events are controlled contact interclubs, designed to give competitors experience in a safe, structured environment.

Bouts are based on skill and control, not power
The emphasis is on development, learning, and sportsmanship
Excessive aggression or dangerous behaviour will not be tolerated

2. MATCHMAKING

Competitors are matched based on the following, exact matches cannot be guranteed. If a suitable matchup cannot be found, the bout may be cancelled.

Age
Weight
Experience Level

3. DISCIPLINE RULES

Competitors must follow the specific rules of their discipline. These rules are enforced strictly for safety and fairness. Any technique deemed dangerous or uncontrolled may result in immediate stoppage.

MMA (INTERCLUB)

Standing head strikes permitted for adults only
No head strikes for juniors
No knees or elbows to the head
Controlled ground striking only
Submissions permitted (no heel hooks, twisters, neck cranks)
Referee may stand competitors up at any time

K-1 KICKBOXING

Controlled striking only
No Elbows
No excessive force
Clinch allowed briefly for knee strikes (referee controlled)
Referee may issue warnings or stop the bout if control is lost

BOXING

Controlled boxing only
No wild swinging or excessive aggression
Head and body shots permitted (age-dependent)
Referee controls pace and safety at all times

4. PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Competitors must wear appropriate safety equipment, failiure to comply may result in bout cancellation:

MMA

MMA sparring gloves (7–8oz)
Gum Shield
Groin Guard
Shin Guard
Rashguard or suitable top
Shorts with no pockets or zips

BOXING/K-1 KICKBOXING

Boxing gloves (provided or specified)
Gum Sheild
Groin Guard
Shin Guards (K1)
Headguard (Juniors + As Advised)

5. REFEREE AUTHORITY & CONDUCT

Referees have absolute authority and are allowed to do the following:

Issue warnings
Pause or stop the bout
Disqualify competitors
Prevent unsportsmanlike conduct

6. MEDICAL FITNESS

By competing, all competitors confirm they are medically fit and capable of participating unless otherwise declared.

These Rules must be read alongside the FAQs and Liability Disclaimer, which together form the full agreement accepted during registration.