Every Fight Club You Can Join Right Now (2026 Update)
You want to fight. This page tells you exactly where, how, and what it takes to join every active fighting organization that accepts new members in 2026. No fluff. Just the information you need to get your first fight.
Quick Reference: Organizations Accepting New Fighters
| Organization | Location | Experience Needed | Cost | How to Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Streetbeefs | Virginia, USA + branches | None | Free | Social media DM |
| Streetbeefs Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | None | Free | Social media DM |
| Streetbeefs West Coast | Pacific NW, USA | None | Free | Social media DM |
| Scrapyard Fight Club | Gig Harbor, WA | None | Free | Social media DM |
| StreetBeefz UK | Multiple UK cities | None | Free | Instagram DM |
| Rough N' Rowdy | Various US cities | None | Free | Website application |
| King of the Ring NZ | Auckland, NZ | None | Free | Event sign-up |
| BKFC | Various US + international | Preferred (not required) | Free | Website + tryouts |
| BKFC UK | UK cities | Preferred | Free | Website application |
| BKB | London + UK | Some experience | Free | Contact promotion |
| Power Slap | Las Vegas, NV | Some experience | Free | Website application |
| Backyard Squabbles | Florida, USA | None | Free | Social media DM |
| Gamebred BKMMA | Various US | Pro record preferred | Free | Invitation/application |
| KOTS | Undisclosed, UK | Some experience | Free | Instagram DM |
| Top Dog FC | Russia (+ international) | Record required | Free | Invitation only |
| Strelka | Russia | None | Free | Local contacts |
| Mahatch FC | Kyiv, Ukraine | None | Free | Social media |
| AWFC | Australia | None | Free | Social media |
| KOTR NZ | New Zealand | None | Free | Event sign-up |
| Holmgang | Scandinavia | None | Free | Community contact |
Detailed Application Guides
Tier 1: Easiest to Join (No Experience Required)
Streetbeefs (USA)
- Where: Harrisonburg, VA (main) + Las Vegas, West Coast, Tidewater
- How: DM A-Train on Instagram or YouTube
- What you need: ID (18+), mouthguard, willingness to fight
- Wait time: 1-4 weeks typically
- Format: Boxing or MMA (your choice)
- Pay: None (volunteer)
- Full guide: What Is Streetbeefs
StreetBeefz UK
- Where: Birmingham, London, Manchester, and other UK cities
- How: DM on Instagram
- What you need: ID (18+), mouthguard, cup
- Wait time: 2-4 weeks
- Format: Boxing or MMA
- Pay: $0-$200
- Full guide: StreetBeefz UK Rules & How to Apply
Scrapyard Fight Club
- Where: Gig Harbor, Washington
- How: Instagram DM or local network
- What you need: ID (18+), basic gear
- Wait time: 1-3 weeks
- Format: Boxing or MMA
- Pay: $0-$300
- Full guide: Scrapyard Fight Club Guide
Rough N' Rowdy
- Where: Various US cities (primarily East Coast)
- How: Apply at roughnrowdy.com
- What you need: ID (18+), no experience necessary
- Wait time: Apply before specific events
- Format: Boxing (3 x 1-minute rounds)
- Pay: $1,000-$5,000
- Full guide: How to Join Rough N' Rowdy
Backyard Squabbles
- Where: Florida, USA
- How: DM on Instagram or TikTok
- What you need: ID (18+), basic gear
- Wait time: Varies
- Format: MMA/Boxing
- Pay: $100-$500
- Full guide: How to Join Backyard Squabbles
King of the Ring NZ
- Where: Auckland and other NZ cities
- How: Sign up at events or online
- What you need: ID (18+), courage
- Wait time: Sign up at events
- Format: Boxing (with headgear)
- Pay: $0-$500
- Full guide: How to Join King of the Ring
Tier 2: Some Experience Preferred
BKFC
- Where: Various US cities + international
- How: Apply at bfreetv.com or attend open tryouts
- What you need: Fighting record preferred, 18+, pass medical exam
- Wait time: Weeks to months (tryout-dependent)
- Format: Bare knuckle boxing
- Pay: $2,500-$500,000
- Full guide: BKFC Tryouts Guide
BKFC UK
- Where: London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow
- How: Apply through BKFC website
- What you need: Fighting record preferred, 18+, medical clearance
- Wait time: Varies
- Format: Bare knuckle boxing
- Pay: $1,500-$50,000
- Full guide: BKFC UK Guide
BKB
- Where: London and UK cities
- How: Contact BKB directly
- What you need: Some bare knuckle or boxing experience
- Wait time: Varies
- Format: Bare knuckle boxing
- Pay: $1,000-$40,000
- Full guide: Where to Watch BKB
Power Slap
- Where: Las Vegas, NV
- How: Apply through Power Slap website
- What you need: Some experience preferred, 21+, medical clearance
- Wait time: Application review process
- Format: Slap fighting
- Pay: $2,000-$75,000+
- Full guide: How to Join Power Slap
King of the Streets (KOTS)
- Where: Undisclosed UK locations
- How: Instagram DM (by invitation primarily)
- What you need: Some fighting experience, 18+
- Wait time: Invitation-based
- Format: Bare knuckle
- Pay: $200-$5,000
- Full guide: How to Join King of the Streets
Tier 3: Invitation Only or Restricted Access
Top Dog FC
- Where: Russia (Moscow primarily) + international events
- How: Invitation only; must have established record
- What you need: Proven fighting record, professional demeanor
- Format: Bare knuckle boxing
- Pay: $500-$50,000+
- Full guide: How to Join Top Dog FC
Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA
- Where: Various US cities
- How: Invitation/management submission
- What you need: Professional MMA or fighting record
- Format: Bare knuckle MMA
- Pay: $2,000-$50,000
- Full guide: Gamebred BKMMA Guide
Strelka
- Where: Russia (Moscow, St. Petersburg)
- How: Local contacts and fighter networks
- What you need: Willingness to fight, 18+
- Format: Street fighting rules
- Pay: $100-$8,000
- Full guide: How to Join Strelka
What You Need Before Your First Fight
Regardless of which organization you join, prepare these essentials:
| Item | Priority | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Mouthguard (custom-fitted) | Essential | $20-$200 |
| Athletic cup/groin protection | Essential | $15-$50 |
| Hand wraps | Essential | $10-$20 |
| Boxing gloves (if needed) | Depends on org | $30-$150 |
| MMA gloves (if needed) | Depends on org | $25-$80 |
| Athletic shoes/boxing boots | Recommended | $40-$120 |
| 8+ weeks of training | Essential | Varies (gym membership) |
| Medical checkup | Recommended | Varies |
See essential gear for bare knuckle fighting and how to prepare for your first underground fight.
Decision Guide: Which Organization Is Right for You?
| If You Want... | Join... |
|---|---|
| Your first ever fight, no pressure | Streetbeefs or StreetBeefz UK |
| To get paid as a beginner | Rough N' Rowdy |
| Bare knuckle experience | KOTS or BKB |
| Professional bare knuckle career | BKFC |
| To test MMA skills informally | Streetbeefs, Backyard Squabbles, Scrapyard FC |
| Unique experience (slap fighting) | Power Slap |
| Fight in the UK | StreetBeefz UK, KOTS, BKB, BKFC UK |
| Fight in the Pacific Northwest | Streetbeefs West Coast, Scrapyard FC |
| Fight in Las Vegas | Streetbeefs Las Vegas, BKFC |
| Maximum YouTube exposure | Streetbeefs (3.4M subs) |
Safety Warning
Before joining any fighting organization:
- Get a medical checkup - Know your baseline health status
- Train properly - At least 8 weeks of preparation (see 8-week fight camp)
- Understand the risks - See injury database
- Know your legal rights - See can you sue and waivers
- Start at the right level - Do not jump into a Tier 2 or 3 organization without experience
- Have a support system - Bring a corner/friend to your first fight
