JUNIOR K1 RULES 5-16 YRS No Head Contact/Full contact strikes to body and legs LEGAL TECHNIQUES: Boxing to the body only Kicks with the shin and foot to the body Low kicks to the thighs, inside and outside. Knee attacks to the legs and body only Clinch with 1 strike then release Catch kick with 1 strike then release/can kick leg out ILLEGAL TECHNIQUES: All head strikes Spinning back fist All elbow techniques Neck wrestling Strikes to spine No hip throws Strikes to groin Striking opponent when knocked down Striking opponent during Referee break Striking after the bell If a foul is committed in the ring, the referee will determine the decision, where necessary along with the Association Representative as follows: * A caution. * Official Warning * 1 point deducted * 2nd point deducted * Disqualification SAFETY EQUIPMENT K1 JUNIOR RULES Gum Shield Shin + Instep guards Groin Protectors for boys Body Protectors Boxing Gloves 6oz-10oz under 10 years Boxing Gloves 10oz over 10 years Shorts (leggings allowed under shorts) Bouts will be: 3 x 1 minute rounds 3 x 1.5 minute rounds