Hey guys, I've been working on getting together a 100% free MMA Magazine. For the past 6 months, I've been getting together with experienced graphic designers, writers, and printers that are willing to donate their time and efforts to developing this publication. This is a 100% free magazine. We have filed as a Non-Profit organization in the state of Texas. We plan on getting out the first issue by April 1st. This is a paperback magazine, with a full color cover, b&w inside (first issue will have between 48-60 pages. As some of you might know, I've been promoting MMA and boxing in Mexico for many years now, but I've also been part of 3 local magazines (The Lounge, Silverado Revista, Ajua). By free we mean:
Free Distribution to MMA schools and gyms. Individuals pay $5 yearly for shipping (funding for 6 yearly issues is already covered)
Free Advertising for ALL MMA/Boxing Events
Free Advertising for schools
Free Advertising for grappling tournaments
Due to budget issues, we will only cover major MMA and boxing events. We will NOT have technique sections but will offer the following:
Major MMA Event Coverage
Boxing Event Coverage
Event Listings
All event results (no matter how big or small the promotion is)
Fighter Interviews
Editorials
National Rankings
Product Reviews
Free Give Aways
I know MMA magazines have been tried before and have failed, but we have carefully reviewed our budget and will offer the best product possible. The magazine will look something like what Ring Magazine used to look like 4-5 years back. The graphic and producation staff are highly skilled and believe me, this will not look like shit. We're here for the love of the sport. None of the writers, designers, or staff will be paid. Everyone is donating their time to the magazine. The website should be up in a day or two where you will be able to contact us and sign up for the magazine. I'll post more information in the following days. In the meanwhile, I'm going to try to get together more people to help us out with the magazine.
Thanks,
Hector Molina