The history of martial arts in Thailand is is not known. When a Burmese army sacked and razed Ayuddhaya to the ground the archives of Thai history were lost, and along with them much of the early history of Thai martial arts. The first great interest in Muay Thai as a sport is documented to have come around the year of 1584 under the rule of King Naresuan. The King himself was well trained in the art of Muay Thai and so were his soldiers. Soon the art spread to the public and new fighting techniques began to evolve.
Krabi Krabong - In ancient times, Krabi Krabong was a system of attack and defense devised by idle warriors to practice and test their skills as well as… Continue Reading
Lerdrit - Lerdrit is one of the lesser know styles that has originated in Thailand. Similar and deriving from it's cousin Muay Thai Boxing, the style has… Continue Reading
Muay Boran - The origins of Muay Boran can be traced back to the Ayuthaya Kingdom, which is now known as Thailand. During the war of the 18th… Continue Reading
Muay Thai Boxing - Muay Thai History started way back in the medieval ages when wars were fought with bows and arrows, swords, and pikes. And in hand-to-hand combat… Continue Reading THAI MARTIAL ARTS - The history of martial arts in Thailand is is not known. When a Burmese army sacked and razed Ayuddhaya to the ground the archives of… Continue Reading
