Official Report & Summary
Event Overview
- Event Name: 7th International Thai Martial Arts Games (ITMA) 2025
- Date: 18–22 May 2025
- Location: Nimibutr Stadium, National Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand
- President: Senior Grandmaster (SGM) Chinawut Sirisompan
Attendance & Participation
- Total Attendance (including public and audience): Approximately 2,000
- Total Registered Athletes, Coaches, Supporters & Seminar Attendees: 1,015
Participants of all ages and skill levels took part in this year’s Games — from cadet competitors as young as 6 years old, through to master divisions featuring athletes over the age of 40. The diversity in age reflected the inclusive spirit of the event and the lifelong dedication to martial arts embraced by the global community.
Many outstanding athletes were crowned champions in their respective divisions, proudly leading their countries in sport and spirit.
Sports & Competitions
The ITMA Games hosted a comprehensive selection of competitive disciplines:
- Amateur Muay Boran
- Pro-Am Muay Thai
- Professional Muay Thai
- Amateur Kickboxing
- Amateur Boxing
- Dap Thai
- Mae Mai Muay Thai
- Wai Kru Competition
- WUSCA MMA
- Jeet Kune Do
These competitions celebrated the rich heritage of Thai martial arts while also showcasing modern combat sports from around the world.
Educational Seminars
In addition to world-class competition, the event emphasized education and advancement through the following expert-led seminars:
- WMO Judge and Referee Certification Seminar
- Muay Boran Technical Seminar
- Krabi Krabong and Dap Thai Seminar
These seminars helped develop the next generation of certified officials and deepened technical understanding among participants.
Participating Nations
A total of 50 countries participated in this international celebration of martial arts excellence:
Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, China, Cyprus, Egypt, England, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Mongolia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Philippines, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, United States, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, and Wales.
Organizing Partners
Partner Organizing Committees
- Kru Muaythai Association (KMA)
- Muay Thai Prajaoseuua Sports Association
Affiliated Sport Federations
- World Muaythai Organization (WMO)
- World Muay Boran Federation (WMBF)
- International Sport Kickboxing Association (ISKA)
- Union Boxing Federation (UBF)
- World United Sport Combat Association (WUSCA)
- Jeet Kune Do Federation
Sponsors & Media
- Official Equipment Sponsor: Thai Battle Boxing
- Media Partner: Siam Pandora
Conclusion
The 7th International Thai Martial Arts Games 2025 was a landmark event in the global martial arts calendar. With over 1,000 active participants from 50 countries, and competitors ranging from youth cadets to senior masters, the Games celebrated the enduring power of martial arts to unite, inspire, and uplift.
Under the visionary leadership of SGM Chinawut Sirisompan, and supported by prestigious federations, sponsors, and organizing committees, this event strengthened international bonds and upheld the deep traditions and dynamic future of Thai martial arts.
