London Savate Fight Team.
London Savate frequently attends club level competitions. Apply to be on the team using this page.
Please read the following information carefully.
Team values.
- London Savate has a great reputation across the world and we wish to select athletes who will improve upon it.
- Use courage to train and fight to your best ability.
- Show patience and acceptance of all results.
- Act in the spirit of international cooperation.
- Be a supportive teammate.
Medical stipulations.
- Consult a doctor if in any doubt about your medical fitness to participate.
- Fighters should hold insurance to ensure access to medical treatment in the jurisdiction of the event. eg a European health insurance card EHIC
- Please supply an emergency contact number before we travel.
Doping statement.
- Athletes who compete in national or international Savate events may have their urine and/or blood tested any time, at any location, without advance notice.
- You may need to apply for a TUE (Therapeutic Use Exemption) for certain medications.
- If in doubt, read more information and the prohibited list.
Minimum preparation.
- Plan for minimum 7-8 weeks of preparation.
- Attend class sparring at least once per week, and message if you cannot make a week.
- Agree a personal training plan with an instructor.
Combat and Pre-Combat.
- For higher risk Combat and Pre-Combat (full contact) bouts, greater preparation and checks will be made of fighters.
- Fighters deemed unready may be withdrawn at short notice.
- A medical certificate displaying fitness to fight is necessary.
Necessary equipment.
- Gloves of correct weight.
- Regulation Savate boots, or very similar.
- Shin guards. (No more than 1cm thick, soft)
- Gum shield.
- Groin guard.
- Chest guard (females).
- Savate trousers or similar (no shorts, no zips).
- London Savate fight top (your own or borrowed).
- Tape for laces.
- Small ring towel.
- Regulation head guard (for pre-Combat).
Finance and travel.
- Fighters are responsible for paying their own travel, accommodation, and entry costs.
- Your instructor will make your registration for you. Please fill in the form below.
Registration
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