Combat sports such as kickboxing, wrestling, boxing, judo and mixed martial arts have featured throughout centuries and have been utilised to assert one’s physical strength and dominance. Such sports were first featured in the Olympic Games as far back as 648 B.C and have been visible in events such as the gladiator games in Rome and jousting during the Middle Ages. Since then, these combat sports have developed rules and regulations to minimize harm to its participants, but continue to demonstrate a hue of aggression and, in modern times, encouraged for self defence purposes as well.
For guests residing at Anantara Phuket Layan when visiting the South East Asian country of Thailand, Muay Thai Kickboxing, one such combat sport, can be learned with ease. Known as the ‘Art of the Eight Limbs’ Muay Thai requires strong physical preparation and originated in Thailand itself. Also known as Thai Boxing, it is an interesting sport to learn and develop. While many guests visit the island and reside in 5 star resorts in Phuket solely for leisure purposes, learning Muay Thai is unlikely to detract from the holiday vacation for the sport is renowned for its ability to reduce stress levels and increase one’s fitness.
Muay Thai has three primary levels in the form of beginners, intermediate and professional and whether you are starting out or whether you are a seasoned kick boxer, Muay Thai is always a fun experience. When opting for training, keep in mind that training sessions usually last at least a few hours, take place once or twice a day and are conducted by seasoned Muay Thai veterans in Thailand. For those who like to be prepared, it is best to opt for equipment and accessories to ensure that no last damage or physical harm is suffered.
All in all, Phuket is an ideal place to visit for those who wish to learn and master the techniques of Muay Thai Kickboxing.
Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.