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2022 International World Games Qualifier: Location, Divisions, and Athlete Grading Criteria

ARTWORK: DUSTIN BOLINGER

Attention High Level USA Muaythai Athletes!

The United States Muaythai Federation is proud to host “The International World Games Qualifier” in Denver, Colorado on March 10-13, 2022.

Our country’s best athletes will compete for a spot on the Official USA Muaythai Team, which will compete in the prestigious “ELITE Class” at the International World Games. The Games will be held in Birmingham, Alabama from July 7 to July 17, 2022.

What are the International World Games?

Unlike the IFMA Muaythai World Championships, the International World Games are not solely a Muaythai event. The International World Games are a major international multi-sport event for sports that are not contested in the Olympic Games but hope to be recognized by the International Olympic Committee one day.

The Difference Between the International World Games vs IFMA Muaythai World Championships

The International World Games are an international event conducted by the International World Games Association and sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The IW Games will have 206 events with 30 authorized sports and 54 categories. Athletes from around 40 countries are expected to compete.

These sportsmen will be among the best in the world. The International World Games are open to athletes who have won gold at the Continental and IFMA World Championships. The scope of this event is genuinely world-class.

Do you have what it takes to face the world’s best Muaythai athletes?

Only the best Muaythai athletes from the United States will be able to compete. 

The USMF International World Games Qualifier will include up to 16 men’s and 16 women’s brackets, with many of the country’s finest Muaythai athletes (professional and amateur) battling for a spot on the Official USA Muaythai Team. This will be the most exciting competition of America’s top talent in history! Do YOU have what it takes? The International World Games Qualifier will be by invitation only, and athletes must meet the following stringent criteria:

Athletes Grading Criteria

(Performance from Jan 1, 2019 to Current)

30% Record (win/loss)

25% Activity

25% Caliber of contenders

20% International / National Recognition & Experience

*Athlete must have at least 15 total Muaythai sanctioned bouts to be considered (amateur and/or pro)

Weight Divisions

Men

57 kg  125.4 lbs

63.5 kg 139.7 lbs

67 kg  147.4 lbs

71 kg    156.2 lbs

81 kg    178.2 lbs

91 kg+  200.0 lbs+

Women

48 kg      105.6 lbs

51 kg      112.2 lbs

54 kg      118.8 lbs

57 kg      125.4 lbs

60 kg      132 lbs

63.5 kg   139.7 lbs

••Athletes chosen for The Official USA Muaythai Team will be fully sponsored at The World Games! All expenses will be covered, and selected athletes will also receive a stipend to help with training and development costs.••

Selections for the 2022 IFMA Muaythai World Championships will be made at the International World Games Qualifier

In May 2022, Abu Dhabi will host the annual IFMA (International Federation of Muaythai Associations) Adult World Championships. The USA Muaythai Team, as well as alternates, will be chosen from outstanding performances at the International World Games Qualifier to represent the U.S. at the IFMA World Championships in Abu Dhabi in 2022.

Submit your information 

The USMF International World Games Qualifier in Denver will feature the largest gathering of Muaythai talent ever assembled to compete for a prestigious spot to represent the United States of America.

If you match the above requirements, please complete and submit the following form to be considered by the USMF Selection Committee.

We are truly honored to host the International World Games in the United States this year, as it is the first time we have been awarded this opportunity. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to demonstrate your abilities and make your family and country proud. 

Register now for a chance to compete!

There are limited tickets available. Reserve your spot and be sure to purchase your tickets as soon as they become available online. This historic occasion WILL SELL OUT!

Promoters, this will be an excellent opportunity to scout and meet USA National talent for your own promotions and cards. Only the best will be present, and you should be as well!