Introduction to Kickboxing

Kickboxing is a stand-up combat sport involving kicking and punching, practiced for self-defense and fitness. It evolved from various martial arts, including Muay Boran and Indo-Chinese martial arts. Techniques include punches like jab and uppercut, kicks like Roundhouse, and defensive moves like slip and parry. Rules vary, with full and semi-contact allowing strikes above the waist, while freestyle allows kicks below the waist. Winners are determined by submission, knockout, or technical knockout.

Which of the following is NOT a type of punch used in kickboxing?

• Jab

• Cross

• Backhand

• Uppercut

In kickboxing, which of the following is allowed under full contact rules?

• Kicks below the waist

• Clinch fighting

• Punching above the waist

• Elbow strikes

What is the point value for a jumping kick to the head in kickboxing?

• 2 points

• 3 points

• 4 points

• 1 point

Which of the following is NOT a way to win a kickboxing match?

• Knockout

• Disqualification

• Technical knockout

• Submission win

What action might a referee take if a fighter is deemed unfit to continue?

• Call for a rematch

• Restart the match

• Award a technical knockout

• Declare a draw