The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) celebrates the affiliation of the Turkey Martial Arts and Self-Defence Federation, acknowledging the organisation as its representative of MMA for the Republic of Turkey.
Officially recognised by the Turkish government on 19th July 2013, the federation’s core purpose is youth development. The group is responsible for the national organisation of MMA, jiu-jitsu, pankration, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay-Thai and kick-boxing competitions. It also organises national teams for international competition.
The Turkey Martial Arts and Self-Defence Federation has 62 member clubs with an estimated 600 practitioners of MMA, and 280 national and 40 international competitors.