USACA, is a governing body for Amateur Combat Sports . As a governing body, USACA is responsible for the administration, development and promotion of Combat Sports. USACA is a non-profit organization and is thus overseen by a Board of Directors. Our goal is developing the sport and its athletes at the local, regional, and national levels, to sponsoring national competitions. USACA will sponsor amateur combat events but also clinics and training camps to help athletes and coaches learn various techniques. To participate in any contest you must be at least 18 years of age. All participants including trainers, seconds contestants and ring officials must be registered with USACA. Membership is free, anyone not registered will not have access to restricted competition areas during the event. This registration is for AMATEURS ONLY. If you have ever been paid for competing in an event and/or are a professional you cannot compete in a USACA event. All applications must be complete online on this website, if for some reason this is not possible please email info@amateurcombat.com and we will arrange a registration form by mail or fax.