MUAY THAI (THAI BOXING)
Muay Thai, translated to English as "Thai Boxing", is the National sport of Thailand. It is also referred to as the "Art of Eight Limbs" because it involves using one's punches, kicks, elbows, and knees to create eight points of contact as opposed to two fists which are used in Western Boxing. Unlike the striking arts of kickboxing and boxing which do not allow clinching or holding of an opponent, Muay Thai also utilizes many different clinching techniques that create openings for all of the eight weapons in Muay Thai.
The Muay Thai classes at The Cellar tend to attract a slightly different crowd than our regular kickboxing classes because more time is spent learning the application of techniques and on rigorous body conditioning.
Muay Thai is an excellent form of self-defense training and is a regular part of Mixed Martial Arts training because of it's effectiveness in the ring or cage. Many students train for recreation as well as competition.
Required Gear: Muay Thai Shorts, Boxing Gloves, Hand Wraps, and Shin Pads.
We have gear you can borrow for your first FREE class or during your 5 Class Trial.
