| Get a copy of the rules to start. There are things that can be done against kick boxers, but you have to know if they are within the rule set. Different types of kickboxing and different leagues have different rules. Things like leg kicks are a good tool, but might not be allowed.
No matter what the rules, I would not stay at distance with a kick boxer. You put yourself right at their power if you do. You'll need to have good angular footwork to limit thier weapons and bring all yours to bear. Do NOT move straight forward and back. This is like waving a red flag in front of a bull for decent kickboxer and will get you in trouble. I've found jamming, trapping, and splitting to be good concepts to know when sparring kick boxers. You'll also have to be in shape. Kickboxers train for stamina and you don't want to be winded while trying to fight. |