Test your Martial Art: Fighters Wanted

columok

From John Kavanagh

Fighters wanted for Ring of Truth 2 event

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) competition is the Ultimate test for martial arts of all styles to see if what they are training really works. We are looking for martial artists of all styles, abilities, weights and expierence levels to compete in the next Ring of Truth event to be held at the Ringside Boxing Club Friday, December 10th.

We have 3 formats available to suit all levels

Amatuer

2x5mins of action with no headshots on the ground. This format will suit first timers and all match ups will be cleared by you before been put on the card.

Semi-pro

2x5mins with headshots on the ground. This is for more expierenced MMA competitors.

Ultimate Kickboxing

3x2mins. This format will suit Martial Artists from a striking background. With rules similar to K1 this is for the 'Stand up' fighters.

for more details on Ring of Truth 2 email ringoftruth@gmail.com

Now Available!! Ring of Truth 1 dvds – action packed full contact Mixed Martial Arts fights recorded live at the Ringside Boxing Club October 1st email ringoftruth@gmail.com

please forward this on to anyone you think might be interested

thanks

Ring of Truth

NOTE
We are still looking for 1st time novices to fight other 1st time novices! if you or if you know any of your martial arts buddies that want to compete send me an email and we'll discuss potential match-ups

all fights will be cleared by both fighters before appearing on any forum/fight card

ringoftruth@gmail.com

PhoenixRising

I presume those from a non-MMA background will be matched against a MMA'er?

columok

I presume those from a non-MMA background will be matched against a MMA'er?

Not necessarily. Depends on whether non-MMA people step up to bat. You interested?

rainbow kirby

Out of curiosity, would there be a women's section?

Colm_OReilly

rainbow kirby,

There might be a few females interested. Alternatively UCD are hosting the final round of the 2004 Irish Amateur MMA League where there'll almost certainly be females competing in that. Email mark.leonard@siebel.com if you're interested in the league.

Colm

PhoenixRising

columok wrote:

Not necessarily. Depends on whether non-MMA people step up to bat. You interested?

No. I was just curious as your original post said that the purpose was to test your art to see if what you are training in works, and I was wondering what would happen if several people from a traditional art showed up - I assume they would have to be paired against an MMA'er or at least someone from another art to be able to test their art. For instance there would be no point pairing up two Taekwon-do practitioners because all you'll get is a Taekwon-do sparring match.

columok

For instance there would be no point pairing up two Taekwon-do practitioners because all you'll get is a Taekwon-do sparring match.

Considering that NUI Galway TKD instructors Mark Leonard and Tom Haddock both fight MMA I doubt this is true (Mark is also organising the aforementioned MMA League and Tom is the Irish Light Heavyweight champion). Tim Murphy UL TKD instructor has also fought Vale Tudo twice at both previous MMA League events. The over-riding theme is that when TKD guys step into a full contact arena (either involving grappling or not) what they do doesnt look like traditional TKD or point sparring. Therefore two TKD guys in a ring fighting would look like MMA pure and simple (or like K1)!

For those that dont want to fight with grappling the ultimate kickboxing would be a good tester. It would allow a style, like TKD, that involves little or no grappling to test the striking aspects of their art in isolation!

Naos

God i'd love to do it but would prob get a bating ))

Unforuntunetly there is no full contact punches or kicks thrown in my JJ anyway. Still get injured but they are stupid things like falling hard or landing wrong/getting an arm bar on to much etc.

I've recently bought a boxing bag though, so Im training hard on that.. going every day min half hour(if im wrecked that day) avg bout an hour on it(breaks incl) ..

Colum i know this might not seem a lot to urself(not said in a begrudging manner) but what u think??? Should I just get involved in Kickboxing or what? Unfortunetly my times being consumed a bit, so another MA is not really an option. My chances for the competetion would be : ??

columok

Brian,

I think you might find making a debut in the aforementioned MMA league a lot less intimidating since you come from a JJ background. Since you arent used to striking this competition could suit you. Its very safe with no headshots allowed and is held in a sports hall on mats rather than in the boxing club.

You can find details on MMA League Info! Its a fun event and you'll learn a lot from it with little risk of injury!

I've recently bought a boxing bag though, so Im training hard on that.. going every day min half hour(if im wrecked that day) avg bout an hour on it(breaks incl) ..

Youd want to be sparring to really develop the skill needed to fight in the kickboxing. The bag work will blitz your cardio though but you wont help you develop crucial fight experience! Good work though!

Naos

thanks colum,

I've convinced a mate to do it, so for now i'll say im in, but Im gonna have to see nearer the date. You mention to fight in the kickboxing, presumebly you mean I'll be in the amature div and crap at standup fighting ? I know that my exp would be pretty NIL in that respect, however there is Kickboxing on in my college so I'll be joining that.. Have to get the cardio up, meaning im gonna start joggin a couple of nights a week(starting tonight, DEFINTLY)

If im not doing it, I'll def go to it, and see you there. But for now, Im in..

columok

I'll be competing in either the under 85kg or under 90kg at the MMA league in November. Keep checking that website for info as to when applications have to be in (probably by the start of November)!

If you want to enter Ring of Truth 2, email John Kavanagh at ringoftruth@gmail.com and see what he thinks.

You mention to fight in the kickboxing, presumebly you mean I'll be in the amature div and crap at standup fighting ? I know that my exp would be pretty NIL in that respect, however there is Kickboxing on in my college so I'll be joining that.. Have to get the cardio up, meaning im gonna start joggin a couple of nights a week(starting tonight, DEFINTLY)

See how you get on with the kickboxing in college and talk to John about your experience. I'd recommend popping into Bridgestone, which would give you great striking! Theres only one kickboxing division, which is K1 rules. The amateur division is amateur rules MMA, which removes headshots on the ground!

I'll send you a PM with my details if you have any more questions or want more advice!

Colum

Naos

i'd be doing the amatuer div MMA. So u can strike to the head standing up eh??

Wear headguard no?

columok

i'd be doing the amatuer div MMA. So u can strike to the head standing up eh??

You can indeed!

For Ring of Truth safety gear required is vale-tudo or MMA gloves, gum-shield and a groin guard! Handwraps are optional.

columok

The new Ring of Truth website has been launched. Any prospective entrants should be contacting John Kavanagh as soon as possible. Full contact details on the site.

Ring of Truth Website

Colm_OReilly

I think Mear and Colum are getting their wires crossed.

Mear if you have no Stand Up you're better off entering the MMA League. The closing date for entries is Nov 12th, so start getting them in now!

Colm

Unpossible

Tim Murphy UL TKD instructo

is he from tralee? I think I went to school with him

columok

Last time I was talking to Tim I got the impression that he had ties to Tralee so that must be it.

Colm_OReilly

rainbow kirby,

Are you still interested in competing in the MMA League? I might have an interesting match for you. She'd be a first timer also.

Email ucdbjj@hotmail.com

Thanks,
Colm

rainbow kirby

Kinda, havent ever done any grappling though. 7 years kenpo, 2 years TKD.

columok

Kinda, havent ever done any grappling though. 7 years kenpo, 2 years TKD.

9 years is a long time so you must be a good striker. Just keep the fight standing. I say go for it.

rainbow kirby

It sounds like fun. Think I will.