How to Become an Ultimate Street Fighter

Unsanctioned street fighting is illegal in the United States. However, you can set up legal competitions that recreate the atmosphere of street fighting while somewhat controlling the danger. You need to be very careful if you want to become an ultimate street fighter, but you can do it by crafting your reputation within the restrictions of legalized fighting.

Instructions

Difficulty: Challenging

1. Train in a variety of fighting styles. While actual spontaneous street fights are often highly disorganized and feature unskilled fighters, you'll need training if you want to become an ultimate street fighter. Consider learning a style that uses both standing and grappling moves so you could also fight in mixed martial arts competitions.
2. Look for legal amateur fighting leagues in your area. While traditional street fighting has no organization or regulation, you need to follow some rules in order to stay out of jail. You'll know a league is legit if it is sanctioned by the state Athletic Commission.
3. Register as a fighter with the proper authorities. In most states, the athletic commission also oversees the registration of new fighters. You'll need to check with each state before you plan to compete there.
4. See if you can set up a street fighting atmosphere for your fights. Laws require an official referee for a sport fight, but you may be able to do things like use a larger area for the fighting ring. Increasing the time and round restrictions could help the bout feel more like a street fight.
5. Keep the details of your biography somewhat of a mystery as you build your fighting history. This control of information can help you build a reputation as a street fighter and not as a sportsman.
6. Lookout for chances to move up in the ranks of fighting. As you start to fight in front of larger audiences, talk lots of trash and taunt your opponent to maintain your reputation as an ultimate street fighter.

Tips & Warnings

• There is a style of fighting that many people associate with street fighters which relies more on heavy hits and less on finesse and grappling.
• Most leagues require that their fighters wear sports shorts during matches, but you can wear grimy street clothing before a match. This type of dress will contrast with the gis and traditional outfits that most fighters wear.
• Don't participate in actual street fights or you will get into serious legal trouble.