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Muay Boran มวยโบราณ

ThailandSoutheast AsiaStrikingSoutheast Asian

Umbrella term for traditional Thai boxing styles (Muay Chaiya, Korat, Lopburi) before sport rules.

Key characteristics

  • Regional styles

Forms & curriculum

  • Varies by school.

What training looks like

Classes typically combine stances and footwork (basics), conditioning, solo forms (taolu, kata or hyung) and partner drills. Sparring is introduced gradually, usually with protective gear.

Questions to ask a school

  • How is sparring introduced and supervised?
  • What do a beginner's first three months look like?
  • Is there a family, health or seniors class?
  • How are injuries prevented?
Photo: B20180 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · source

Quick facts

OriginThailand
Era / founderSiam, pre-modern
FamilySoutheast Asian
TypeStriking

Where to learn

  • Rajadamnern Stadium – Bangkok, Thailand
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