Hard Knocks Fighting is a mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion in North America. Hard Knocks Fighting was founded in 2009 by Canadian Olympic wrestler Ari Taub. Hard Knocks Fighting is known for its local fighter support and ongoing charity efforts and where Ronda Rousey secured her second career MMA victory. Hard Knocks Fighting Championship is your premier MMA promotion, showcasing the worlds elite up and coming athletes on a global stage. With over 50 events, HKFC, has earned a reputation of being a world class organization, through its global audience and draw of talent. Athletes, such as, Ronda Rousey, Elias Theodorou, and Misha Circunov used HKFC as a staging ground for their careers. Hard Knocks has produced hundreds of hours of athlete documentaries and live events aired on various broadcast platforms like: ESPN, Fight Network, Directv, InDemand, Dish, Vubiquity, BeinSport, Band Sport, Claro Sport, AXS.tv, Fight Klub, EBTV, Fite Tv, Shaw, Time Warner Cable, and Bell. Our Hard Knocks action-packed events highlight why MMA is the fastest growing sport in the world. With 48 live events in the past 6 years, we have packaged the ultimate “must see” entertaining night out available. Our exciting fan thrilling fights are highly publicized, having been seen on ESPN, The Fight Network, Sports Net, Shaw TV and other channels around the world. WE’RE FIGHTING FOR A CAUSE! While it is our mission to develop the sport of MMA by creating opportunities for athletes to compete, we are also passionate about giving back to our community. Partnering with teams, clubs and charities to raise money for their cause, has resulted in HK donations of well over $140,000 to these groups. With a continued commitment of growing our charitable donations through our event ticket sales and sponsorships, we are always looking for new groups, teams and charities to support. For more information on receiving support trough our charity and team programs, please see our brochure.