What is Muay Thai?

Muay Thai Kickboxing is known as “the art of eight limbs”. This is because the art utilizes one’s hands, elbows, knees and feet in devastating fashion. The national sport of Thailand , it’s popularity has spread throughout the world after proving itself in the ring time and time again.  But for centuries the art of Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) has been the most effective stand-up combat art in the world and its fighters unrivaled in the ring. Hundreds of thousands of fans can attest to the power and fury a Thai Boxer can unleash on his or her opponent.

Muay Thai India provides a remarkable workout.

• It helps people Get in the top mental and physical shape;

• Learn the conditioning secrets of fighters, who are among the best-conditioned athletes anywhere but without having to   fight;

• Strengthen their "core," to cross-train for golf, tennis, football, or other sports (where core strength is so critical);

• Learn self-defense; Improve self-esteem and self-confidence;

• Have fun and get away from generic training programs; and Tell their friends that they are doing something "cool" and   different.

Let us clarify one thing: Muay Thai India clients don't want to fight in a ring. They want to "learn to fight without the fight." They want to get in the best shape of their lives, using kickboxing techniques and conditioning as the way to do it.

Footwork, kicks, punches and blocking techniques are taught.  The students' skills are perfected by sparring with other students - in order to learn how to judge distances, timing and contact. Fighting tactics are taught too. Although students at Martial Art Academy of India do not have to spar unless they choose to.

Muay Thai improves fitness, flexibility and stamina - an excellent workout!