Many states of India have delegated their youth and senior participants for the first Indian Virtual Championships. The Virtual Competition started to roll all over the world with Russia concluding their virtual nationals and India taking over bringing it to the next level with ceremonies held live after the competition was concluded. With the […]
The Muaythai Association of the Philippines, which is fully recognised by the highest Sport Authority and the National Olympic Committee of the Philippines has done inspirational work to help their members to keep moving forward in a positive way, despite the challenges brought on by the pandemic. COVID-19 has forced the world into […]
Muaythai connects the IFMA initiative which have been running for the last four months to ensure the IFMA athletes continue to engage in muaythai and practice a healthy lifestyle and stay positive in mind and body. It is also important that we continue to promote cultural understanding, inclusion, non-discrimination, and peace. Some have been […]
June 23rd the entire world took part in the largest 24hr Olympic digital workout. Olympic Athletes of all sports disciplines came together as one to celebrate and promote the Spirit of Olympism in Action Through the campaign over 240 Million People from all walks of life joined the activities. The IFMA Family proudly recognised by […]
Covid-19 forced the world into lockdown, all major sporting events have been cancelled or postponed including the Olympic Games 2020. The IOC “Stay Strong Stay Active Stay Healthy” campaign where close to 5,000 Olympians had engaged reached a remarkable 243000 people across the world. IFMA is proud to be recognised by the IOC and over […]
Over 300 Judges and officials from over 100 countries participated in this important online briefing on rules regulations and judging for the upcoming Virtual IFMA World Championships. The seminar was opened by IFMA Director Charissa Tynan thanking all delegates for participating in this challenging time. She thanked everyone who contributed to ensure that IFMA athletes […]
As the world celebrates the United Nations World Refugee Day, every action counts. We reflect back on many precious memories over the last few years and our work towards using the platform of sports to give opportunity, inspiration and hope to those who are in search of a better life and a safe place to […]
With sadness we have heard the news on the passing of Grand Master Kevin Lloyd. The IFMA Family, led by President Dr. Sakchye Tapsuwan would like to send our deepest condolences to his wife Jess and the Lloyd family. Kevin was one of the pioneers of Muaythai in Europe and will always be remembered […]
During these unprecedented times, the world has been inspired by athletes around the globe, channelling their energy and positivity towards staying healthy and active. Athletes across a multitude of sports and disciplines have been helping fans get through the crisis by sharing their daily workouts as well as tips for staying healthy in body and […]
Dr. Sakchye Tapsuwan has been unanimously re-eleceted as the President of the Amateur Association of Muaythai Thailand and will continue to serve muaythai in Thailand as the president of the national federation and IFMA. Dr. Sakchye has truly been writing the modern history of muaythai bringing the sport the Olympic recognition. When Dr. Tapsuwan is […]