OUR WORK

As the National Sporting Organisation for MMA in Aotearoa New Zealand, NZMMAF plays a vital role in developing and governing the sport.

Our responsibilities include: 

 

Pathways

Pathways

Organising and supporting the New Zealand team for international competition, ensuring our athletes have opportunities on the world stage

Development

Development

Strengthening MMA at all levels—from Youth and Amateur to Professional—while creating pathways for under-represented athletes.

Accreditation

Accreditation

Providing structured education and certification for Athletes, Coaches, and Officials to maintain high standards and consistency across the sport.

Sanctioning

Sanctioning

Ensuring MMA events in Aotearoa are conducted safely, fairly, and professionally through clear rules, governance, and best practices.

TESTIMONIALS

  • The NZMMAF is doing a great job in expanding opportunities for athletes internationally, and lifting the professionalism and reputation of the sport at home.

    - Carlo Meister -

  • The NZMMAF promotes the growth of the sport in New Zealand by unlocking opportunities for myself and numerous other Kiwi athletes to compete and showcase our talents internationally

    - Fergus Jenkins -

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