68 IAC 24-8-1 Definitions

Sec. 1. (a) The definitions in this rule apply only to professional martial arts conducted under IC 4-33-22. (b) "Martial arts" means any of the following for purposes of this rule: (1) Jujutsu. (2) Karate. (3) Kickboxing. (4) Kung fu. (5) Tae kwon do. (6) Judo. (7) Sambo. (8) Pankration. (9) Shootwrestling. (c) "Martial arts tournament" means a tournament meant primarily to encourage and advance the hobby, sport, or friendly competition of those who study specific disciplines or participate in martial arts training. (d) "Professional martial artist" means a person who: (1) has received a purse for participating in martial arts, mixed martial arts, or boxing; (2) has received a prize with a value greater than one hundred dollars ($100) for participating in martial arts, mixed martial arts, or boxing; or (3) holds a license as a professional martial artist, mixed martial artist, or boxer issued by a state, country, or tribal nation. (e) "Professional martial arts bout" means a martial arts bout where only professional martial artists participate, not including in a martial arts tournament as defined by subsection (c). (f) "Professional martial arts event" means an event where a series of professional martial arts bouts occurs to exhibit, promote, or showcase the sport for a broad audience, commonly for profit.