USMTA

USMTA The USMTA is a ABC recognized third party sanctioning body for Professional and Amateur Muay Thai, Kickboxing and MMA (Mixed Martial Arts)

The USMTA "United States Muay Thai Association Inc.", was formed in 1990, by Arjarn Clint Heyliger, Mr. Lucas Cotte III, Khun Anthony Enright, of New York, Arjarn Kevin Jakub, of Florida, he late Kru Mikhal Caldwell, of Detroit, Michigan, Khun Leon Bonewizc of Connecticut, and Kruu Suuan Nirmalya Bhowmick of San Jose, California. The Organization was officially recognized by Arjarn Tony Moore of t

he British Thai Boxing Council (BTBC), who became the Official International representative. In 1991, the USMTA became the official U.S. representative for the BTBC, Sitsiam International and became the U.S. representative for Siamsak International Muay Thai training camp in Rayong, Thailand. Arjarn Tony Moore represented the USMTA in Bangkok, Thailand during a meeting with the official International Muay Thai organization the (IMTA) International Muay Thai Association in October 1993. The USMTA produced first English language magazine for Muay Thai in the USA, "Muay Thai U.S. Kick Boxing News International" (MTUSKBN) International, later to become known as MTI "Muay Thai International" and was invited to become a member of the European Muay Thai Association of Amsterdam. The USMTA then became registered as a none profit organization in 1993, and founded the Official American Muay Thai Judge and Referee Association. In 1994, the USMTA became affiliated to the (EMTU), European Muay Thai Union of Italy, became a member of the World Muay Thai Council (WMTC), Amateur Muay Thai Association of Thailand (AMTAT), International Federation Muay Associations (IFMA) of Bangkok, Thailand. The association joined as a member of the (ABC), Association of Boxing Commissioners USA. The ABC recognized the standard Rules and Regulations of the USMTA governing the sport of Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) in the United States. In 1995 the association's Judge and Referee officials were invited to officiate at the SEA*GAMES, South East Asian Olympics in Chang Mai, Thailand. In 1996 the association was invited to send its national "Team Muay Thai-USA" to Uttarradit, Thailand, to compete in the prestigious even, The "Princes Cup" the of Thailand, in the International World Muay Thai Amateur Championships, promoted by the AMTAT and the IFMA. Team Muay Thai-USA became the first American National Amateur Muay Thai team, ever to enter an international event on Thai soil representing the United States of America. In 2011 the USMTA was the First Sanctioning Body in New York State to Sanction an Amateur MMA (mixed Martial Arts) Event in the State since 1997.

03/13/2026
03/04/2026

Have you ever wondered what to do when you have a fighter down, out, ill or injured?
This year we added a BRAND-NEW training course to teach our officials how to deal with these situations!

Come learn with us as we take the next steps in protecting our fighters.
July 31st in Orlando, FL

02/07/2026

Exciting news! 2026 we're here and we're ready to start training for another great year of officiating!

Orlando, FL here we come!!!

Save the date 7/31 through 8/1 - come learn from the best in the business.

01/20/2026

🥊 Ready to Step into the Ring.... As an Official
Whether you're just starting your journey or you're a seasoned vet looking to sharpen your edge, ABC Boxing has the first official training for combat sports!

📍 Topeka, KS
📅 February 27–28
🧠 Classes for Muay Thai, Boxing, and MMA Judges
✅ Learn the latest rule updates
✅ Train with top tier instructors
✅ Build your credibility in combat sports

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09/19/2025
06/13/2025

USMTA Middleweight Title on the Line! 👊🏼💥

Cedric Ortiz returns to defend his crown against Ryan Martin at on July 19th at Armory Studios NY in Schenectady!

🎟️ Tickets on sale now (link in comments) — now with new lower prices!

06/12/2025

🚨 Fight Night Returns to Schenectady! 🚨

hits Armory Studios NY on Friday, July 19th 🔥

💥 Main Event: Luis Felipe Melendez (Team Jucao - New York) vs Demetrios Plaza (Black Hole Jiu Jitsu) – Welterweight Pro Fight
🕟 Doors open at 4:30PM
🥊 Fights start at 6PM
🎟️ Tickets on sale NOW (link in comments) – with new lower prices so you can catch the action for less!

This lineup is loaded with talent—don’t miss it.

10/31/2024

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Riverdale, NY
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