Section 411.17. International (low kick) rules  


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  • A. Along with legal kicks and punches above the waist, contestants may also kick to the legs, but not to the knee.

    B. Leg sweeps, boot to boot, to the inside and outside of the contestant's foot (not above the ankle) are permitted.

    C. Kicks may be made with the shin or foot.

    D. Kicks to the inside and outside of the contestant's legs are permitted.

    E. Direct sidekicks to the legs are not permitted.

    F. Foot pads are not permitted. Shin pads may be worn but are not mandatory. If used, shin pads must be made of a soft material (dipped foam or cotton) and must be secured to the shin with elastic straps and medical athletic tape.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 23, Issue 24, eff. September 5, 2007.

Statutory Authority

§ 54.1-831 of the Code of Virginia and 15 USC § 6301 et seq.