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Muay Thai is the correct name for the sport often known asThai Boxing, it is a form of martial art that dates back hundreds of years to a peace loving nation of Thai's who needed to protect their land and villages.
Popularity
This has become a very popular sport throughout the world not only for the sportsperson but for spectators too.
Location
Bouts of Muay Thai are contested in a boxing ring.
Age
It is unclear. and what the minimum age requirement is for Muay Thai.
Ability
To take up Muay Thai an interested person will need a good all round level of physical fitness and general health. This is a very physical sport.
Description
Originally developed by peace loving Thai People to be able to protect their environment from greater forces, it was later in the 1500's adapted and used by the Thai Military. This is a fast moving sport usually carried out to music played by wind and percussion, the sport is based on contact, being able to use punches, elbow strikes, kicks and grapples, this is most definitely a game not for the faint hearted but a heart racing exiting game for the fighters and seasoned spectators.
Dedication
As with any sport to be the best you need to practice the sport and the discipline required so 100% dedication and be the best so you don't get hurt.
Potential
Potential to join a club make new friends and compete in competitions.
Closely
Related Activities
Thai Boxing 605, Kick Boxing 375, Boxing 86,
Cost
Check with your local club to find up to date membership prices and equipment required.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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Arms
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Legs
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Sight
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Hearing
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Speech |
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