When will kickboxing be in the Olympics? This is a question that all us combat sports fans around the world ask.
In this article we’ll dive into the combat sport of kickboxing and our opinion on my it has never been added to the Olympics.
What is Kickboxing?
Kickboxing is a full-contact combat sport which includes kicking and punching. Kickboxing bouts take place in a boxing ring with boxing gloves, mouth guards, shorts, and bare feet. Kickboxing is practiced for competition, general fitness, and self-defense.
When boxing and karate were combined in the late 1950s, the word “kickboxing” emerged in Japan in the 1960s. Taekwondo, Muay Thai, and Savate also had some effect, and contests have been conducted ever since.
When Will Kickboxing Be In The Olympics?
Kickboxing has been invited to make a presentation to be included into the 2028 Olympic, which is being held in Los Angeles.
In order to be included in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics they would have to make their case to the organizing committee. Kickboxing, under the jurisdiction of the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations, has never been included in the Olympics.
What’s the reason why Kickboxing has never been included in the Olympics, while other combat sports such as Karate, Judo, Taekwondo, Wrestling, and Boxing have?
Some think that the general public still sees Kickboxing as a blood sport, a lot of people don’t understand it. It’s the same with the UFC and other MMA organizations, people see it as a grewsome sport.
Is Kickboxing Dangerous?
Kickboxing is an official combat sport enjoyed by millions of people around the. It is entertainment and also a great way to get in shape for those seeking a way to get fit.
Although it is a sport it’s also used as self defense. Just like any type of martials if used excessively it can seriously harm someone.
With this in mind, those who practice kickboxing should always remember to not use kickboxing as a self defense if they don’t have to. only use it when your life is in danger and you have no other option.
What Is The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations?
The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations is an international kickboxing organization that has over 120 affiliated countries representing all five continents. WAKO as it is called, was founded in 1977 and is a major governing body of amateur kickboxing and is responsible for the development of kickboxing worldwide
Karate Was Cut From The Olympics
Every combat sport enthusiast and martial arts practitioner that I knew was really shocked that Karate was cut from the 2024 Paris, France Summer Olympics.
It was shocking because Karate was received with such a joyous and overwhelmingly amazing response, and to see it being cut from the 2024 Olympics disappointed a lot of people including myself.
Like Kickboxing, Karate is also invited to make a presentation to be in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. We are all hoping that they do well because it would be nice to see the karate competitions as well as the Kata demonstrations.
What Martial Arts Will Be In The 2024 Olympics?
Is Boxing Leaving The Olympics?
Boxing has not been added to either the 2024 or the 2028 Olympics program as of yet. There are major governing issues that have yet to be resolved.
The IBA (International Boxing Association) has to address its Financial transparency, sustainability, and integrity of its referees and judges.
Its governance came into question with the 2016 boxing scandal in the Rio Olympics, where it was found that referees and judges fixed fights. Investigators found evidence of bribery, corruption, and bout manipulation.
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Will Muay Thai Be An Olympic Sport?
In order for Muay Thai to become an Olympic sport they have to be invited to present why they should be allowed to participate.
The Olympic Charter indicates that in order to be accepted, a sport must be widely practiced by men in at least 75 countries and on four continents, and by women in no fewer than 40 countries and on three continents.
Below Are The Steps To Becoming An Olympic Sport
- Be recognized as a sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
- Have administration by an international non-governmental organization
- Obtain International Sports Federation (IF) status
- Enforce the Olympic Movement Anti-Doping Code
- Maintain rules set forth by the Olympic Charter
- If you choose to be apart of the games you must apply for admittance
What Is The Newest Olympic Sport?
Breaking is the newest Olympic sport. Breaking is short for Breakdancing which is a style of street dancing that was created by African Americans and infused into hip-hop culture.
Now it has become a global phenomenon adopted by many races and cultures around the world. The term “break” refers to the small break or loop of a song that dj’s use to play in order for rappers to recite their songs or poems over.
The break was created by legendary DJ Kool Herc (Clive Campbell) who was born in Kingston, Jamaica and grew up in the Bronx, New York.
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