Regulation .01 Boxing or Kickboxing Ring.
Regulation .01 Boxing or Kickboxing Ring.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A boxing or kickboxing ring shall meet the following requirements:
(1)
The boxing or kickboxing ring may not be less than 16 feet square or more than 24 feet square within the ring ropes;
(2)
The platform shall extend beyond the ropes for a distance of at least 2 feet;
(3)
The ring posts shall be at least 18 inches away from the ring ropes;
(4)
The ring floor, both within and outside the ropes, shall be padded with a minimum of 1 inch thick unicellular safety foam;
(5)
The platform shall have a top covering of canvas, duck, or equivalent material tightly stretched and laced to the platform;
(6)
The platform shall be a maximum height of 4 feet above the floor of the building and shall be provided with suitable steps for use by the boxers; and
(7)
The mat and coverings shall be kept clean and free of odors at all times.
B.
Ring posts shall meet the following requirements:
(1)
Constructed of metal with a maximum diameter of 3 inches;
(2)
Extend to the floor of the ring with a maximum height of 58 inches; and
(3)
Properly padded.
C.
Ring ropes shall meet the following requirements:
(1)
Four in number with a minimum diameter of 1 inch;
(2)
The lower rope shall be 18 inches above the ring floor;
(3)
The top rope shall be 54 inches above the ring floor;
(4)
The remaining two ropes shall be evenly spaced between the lower and top ropes;
(5)
The ropes shall be covered with a smooth plastic or other smooth, soft material;
(6)
The ropes shall be adjustable and shall be kept at the correct tautness; and
(7)
The ring ropes shall be tied in the center of the ropes on all four sides.