Authority: IC 4-33-22-18

Affected: IC 4-33-22

Sec. 1. (a) The definitions in this rule apply only to professional martial arts conducted under IC 4-33-22.

(b) “Martial arts” means any of the following for purposes of this rule:

(1) Jujutsu.

(2) Karate.

(3) Kickboxing.

(4) Kung fu.

(5) Tae kwon do.

(6) Judo.

(7) Sambo.

(8) Pankration.

(9) Shootwrestling.

(c) “Martial arts tournament” means a tournament meant primarily to encourage and advance the hobby, sport, or friendly competition of those who study specific disciplines or participate in martial arts training.

(d) "Professional martial artist" means a person who:

(1) has received a purse for participating in martial arts, mixed martial arts, or boxing;

(2) has received a prize with a value greater than one hundred dollars ($100) for participating in martial arts, mixed martial arts, or boxing; or

(3) holds a license as a professional martial artist, professional mixed martial artist, or professional boxer issued by a state, country, or tribal nation.

(e) "Professional martial arts bout" means a martial arts bout in which only professional martial artists participate, not including in a martial arts tournament as defined in subsection (c).

(f) "Professional martial arts event" means an event where a series of professional martial arts bouts occur to exhibit, promote, or showcase the sport for a broad audience, commonly for profit.

(Indiana Gaming Commission; 68 IAC 24-8-1; interim filed Nov 18, 2025, 9:53 a.m.: 20251126-IR-068250469IFA)