(a) Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, the commission may authorize international qualifying events for kickboxing to occur in this state if the events meet the standards required for such events by the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations or any subsequent entity recognized as the official kickboxing governing body by the International World Games Association.

Terms Used In Tennessee Code 68-115-219

  • Commission: means the Tennessee athletic commission. See Tennessee Code 68-115-102
  • Kickboxing: means unarmed combat involving the use of striking techniques delivered with the upper and lower body, and in which the combatants remain standing while striking. See Tennessee Code 68-115-102
(b) Pursuant to § 68-115-201, the commission shall promulgate rules to effectuate this section.