- (1) Boxing participants shall wear traditional boxing trunks, the belt of which shall not extend above the waistline.
- (2) Kickboxing participants shall wear traditional boxing trunks, kickboxing pants, or Thai boxing shorts, the belt of which shall not extend above the waistline.
- (3) Boxing and kickboxing male participants shall wear a groin protector, or protective cup, which shall be firmly adjusted before entering the ring.
- (4) Boxing and kickboxing female participants shall wear an abdominal guard of standard type, which provides sufficient protection to withstand any low blow without inhibiting an opponent’s ability to land a legal blow; a close fitting tank, halter type top, or other close fitting secure top that prevents injury such as a sports bra; and, a protective cup or protective pelvic girdle to cover the pubic area, ovaries, coccyx and sides of the hips. Breast protectors are optional.
- (5) An individually fitted mouthpiece shall be in the participant’s mouth at all times during the fight period of each round. Participants shall have a second mouthpiece ringside ready for use at all times during the match.
- (6) Boxing participants shall wear shoes made for the purpose of boxing.
(7) Prohibited apparel:
- (a) Eyeglasses are prohibited. Boxing and kickboxing participants shall wear soft contact lenses only if needed;
- (b) Shoes with spikes, tassels, cleats, or heels;
- (c) Any type of apparel with metal straps or buckles;
- (d) Necklaces or any other type of jewelry or piercings.
Rulemaking Authority 548.003 FS. Law Implemented 548.003(2)(c) FS. History–New 11-8-15.