2025 IMMAF Youth Championships

Location: Al Ain Convention Centre (ADNEC Al Ain), Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Dates: 20–27 July, 2025

Categories: Youth A, B, C, & D

The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships are set to be the biggest youth amateur MMA event in history, welcoming young athletes from around the globe to compete for the prestige of IMMAF gold.

This year marks a new chapter for the Youth Worlds, as IMMAF heads to the Al Ain Convention Centre (ADNEC Al Ain), a state-of-the-art venue in the Al Ain region of Abu Dhabi, provided in partnership with the UAE MMA Federation.

For the first time ever, Youth D (ages 10–11) will be included in the competition lineup, joining the established Youth A, B, and C divisions. Over seven days of elite action, the event will spotlight the next generation of MMA talent, all competing under IMMAF’s world-leading youth safety standards.

IMMAF President Kerrith Brown stated:  

“On behalf of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation, it is my honour to welcome you to the 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships, taking place for the very first time in the historic city of Al Ain, United Arab Emirates.”

“We are thrilled to partner with the UAE MMA Federation, a host nation that has consistently delivered events of the highest standard, showcasing hospitality, organisation, and unwavering commitment to the sport. Their dedication ensures a world-class experience for every participant, and we are confident that this year’s edition will be no exception.”

Event Schedule

• Sunday 20 July – Team Registration
• Monday 21 July – Day 1: Youth D
• Tuesday 22 July – Day 2: Youth C
• Wednesday 23 July – Day 3: Youth B
• Thursday 24 July – Day 4: Youth B
• Friday 25 July – Day 5: Youth A
• Saturday 26 July – Day 6: Youth A
• Sunday 27 July – Day 7: Youth A
• Monday 28 July – Team Departures

Smoothcomp registration will close on the 20th of June. For full event details and ongoing updates, please visit IMMAF.org.

All bouts will be streamed live via IMMAF.tv.