Chai Yuth - Muay Thai Vol 1 History & Basics pt 1

At last,an English language video training course on traditional Thai Boxing,Muay Thai.This martial art form was encouraged by the kings of early Siam along with sword fighting to build an army capable of defeating Siam's enemies.It is still encouraged by the Thai Royal Army to prepare its troops.It has formed the basis of modern day professional and amateur Muay Thai and the techniques taught in these videos can be seen in action in the ring every day.Chaiyuth means "Winning Strategy".

Volume 1 starts with the history of this martial art form and shows how to do the respect for the teacher ceremony seen at the beginning of Thai boxing fights.Then follows instruction on:

* The basic Muay Thai movement, duen muay which translates as the boxing walk.
* The defensive moves of brushing and blocking.
* Demonstration on the use of the fist, elbow, knee and foot.
* How to mix the techniques.

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