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A martial arts medical certificate is a document, signed by a registered doctor, confirming that you are fit to take part in martial arts training, competitions, or events. Many martial arts organisations — particularly for sports such as kung fu, Brazilian jiu jitsu, wushu, and kickboxing — require participants to provide proof of medical clearance before stepping onto the mat or into the ring. Event organisers, governing bodies, and clubs often ask for this certificate as part of their registration process to ensure athlete safety.
These certificates are commonly required for tournaments, grading exams, sparring events, training camps, and international competitions. In some cases, they may even be necessary to join a martial arts association or club abroad.
At Fit Certify, our experienced sports doctors provide same-day martial arts medical certificates online, delivered straight to your email inbox in PDF format. The process is quick, hassle-free, and recognised by event organisers across Europe and worldwide.
We work with athletes across the UK and internationally, helping them secure the correct documentation for martial arts events. Whether you’re competing in a kickboxing tournament in Italy, a wushu event in France, or a jiu jitsu competition in Spain, our doctors are experienced in issuing certificates that meet event-specific requirements.
Getting a martial arts medical certificate with Fit Certify is quick and straightforward. We’ve set things up to make life easier for athletes who need medical clearance for their martial arts events. Here’s how it works:
Start by filling in our secure online form with basic health information. You’ll be asked a few short questions about your medical history, injuries, and overall fitness. This gives our doctors the details they need to assess your suitability for martial arts competition.
Your application is checked by one of our experienced sports doctors. If anything requires clarification, they’ll be in touch to confirm the details and make sure your certificate meets event requirements.
Once approved, you’ll receive a signed PDF martial arts medical certificate straight to your inbox — the very same day. It’s ready to download, print, or send to your event organiser, ensuring you can register without delays.
Sports Medicine Doctor • Athlete • Founder & Chief Medical Officer at Fit Certify
I’m Simon, Founder and Chief Medical Officer here at Fit Certify. Before launching this service, I spent over 15 years working in emergency and acute care, and for the past seven years I’ve led a team of doctors dedicated to supporting athletes with the medical paperwork they need for international events.
I’ve worked closely with athletes across many sports — from endurance cycling and running to combat disciplines like kickboxing and jiu jitsu. One thing is always the same: the focus should be on training, preparing, and competing, not worrying about last-minute paperwork.
That’s why we created Fit Certify — to give martial artists and other athletes a fast, reliable way to get medical clearance for tournaments, grading exams, and competitions worldwide. Our doctors understand what event organisers require, and we make sure every certificate we issue is valid, compliant, and delivered on time.
My team and I are here to make the admin side of your martial arts journey as straightforward as possible. If you’ve got any questions about your application, you can always reach us at hello@fitcertify.com.
When you apply for a martial arts medical certificate through Fit Certify, our doctors need information to confirm you’re fit to compete and that your certificate will be accepted by event organisers.
Here’s what we ask for:
That’s all you need. There’s no in-person appointment required and no delays. Once approved, your signed martial arts medical certificate will be delivered directly to your inbox, ready to print or send to your organiser.
Every certificate we issue is carefully prepared to include the details that tournament organisers, clubs, and martial arts federations require. Here’s what you’ll find on your certificate:
Yes — many martial arts competitions, tournaments, and clubs require a medical certificate signed by a doctor to confirm you are fit to participate. Organisers use this as proof that athletes are healthy enough for training and combat sports, and in some countries (like France and Italy), it’s a legal requirement for entry.
Our certificates cover all major martial arts, including Brazilian jiu jitsu, kickboxing, kung fu, wushu, Muay Thai, karate, and taekwondo. Because we work with athletes worldwide, our doctors are familiar with the medical clearance wording needed across different disciplines.
French organisers usually require the certificate to state there is “no contraindication to the practice of martial arts (or combat sports)”. This phrase is widely recognised by French federations and clubs, and without it your certificate may be rejected. We issue certificates using this exact wording so they meet the legal and event-specific standards in France.
Yes — Italian organisers generally accept certificates from foreign doctors, provided the wording is correct. Italy distinguishes between agonistico (competitive) and non-agonistico (non-competitive) activities, and combat sports usually fall under the competitive category. We ensure the certificate is phrased appropriately so it’s accepted for Italian martial arts events.
Each martial arts medical certificate includes:
Your full name and date of birth
A statement of medical fitness for martial arts/competitive combat sports
The date of issue and validity period (typically 12 months)
The doctor’s name, signature, and registration details
Most martial arts organisers accept certificates dated within the last 12 months. Some federations and licensing systems allow longer, but competitions often demand a certificate less than a year old. To be safe, apply within 12 months of your event.
Yes — event organisers accept doctor-signed PDF certificates with correct wording and professional details. With Fit Certify, your certificate is reviewed and signed by a licensed doctor, then delivered securely by email, ready to print or upload for your competition.
You can usually get your martial arts medical certificate the same day. Once you submit the online form, a sports doctor reviews your answers and issues the signed certificate in PDF format. This makes it ideal for last-minute registrations or travel deadlines.
If you’ve had a recent injury or concussion, you should declare it on your application. Our doctors will assess whether it’s safe for you to compete, and in some cases they may request more details. Many martial arts organisers have strict rules about concussion recovery, so disclosure protects your health and ensures compliance.
Medical certificates are required to protect athlete safety and satisfy insurance or federation rules. Combat sports involve higher risk of injury than many other disciplines, so organisers use medical clearance as a safeguard. It shows you’ve been medically assessed and are fit to train, spar, or compete.
Some conditions may stop you from being cleared, particularly if they pose a safety risk in combat sports. These can include:
Uncontrolled heart or lung problems (e.g. severe asthma, unstable angina, uncontrolled high blood pressure)
Certain neurological disorders such as epilepsy with recent seizures or other conditions that cause sudden loss of consciousness
Recent concussion or head injury where full recovery hasn’t been confirmed
Serious musculoskeletal injuries that make sparring or competition unsafe
Yes. If your certificate cannot be issued, Fit Certify offers a full refund.
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