Combat Sport
A combat sport (also known as a combative sport) is a competitive contact sport where two combatants fight against each other using certain rules of engagement. The techniques and methods used are typically striking, grappling, and/or weapon usage. Boxing, wrestling, kendo and judo are examples of combat sports, while Tae Bo, archery and cowboy action shooting are not. Techniques used in combat sports can include any of the following:
- Clinch holds
- Elbowing
- Kicking
- Kneeing
- Mêlée weapon usage
- Pinning holds
- Ranged weapon usage
- Punching
- Sweeps
- Submission holds
- Takedowns
- Throwing