WHAT IS MUAY THAI?
Muay Thai is a centuries-old martial art with deep roots in military training, originally developed by the Siamese people—what is now known as Thailand. In its earliest form, it was called Muay Boran, a combat system designed for warfare and survival. Fighters wrapped their hands in hemp rope and turned their entire body into a weapon, utilizing fists, shins, knees, elbows, and even headbutts. Over time, headbutts were removed from competition, leading to Muay Thai’s well-known title: “The Art of Eight Limbs.”
As Muay Boran evolved into Muay Thai, it became a regulated sport and quickly became Thailand’s national sport. Traditional battlefield techniques were refined for competition, and structured rules were introduced. Fights moved into boxing rings, timed rounds were established, and boxing gloves replaced rope hand wraps.
Today, Muay Thai is practiced worldwide. While many dedicate themselves to professional fighting, it is also widely embraced as an effective method of self-defense, unshakable discipline, and impressive physical fitness.
Muay Thai for Fitness
Muay Thai is one of the most effective and engaging ways to get fit. Unlike traditional workouts, it combines high-intensity cardio, strength training, and mobility work—all in one session.
With every punch, kick, knee, and elbow, you’re building endurance, burning calories, and improving coordination. My clients burn an average of 650 kcal per session, with the most impressive burn reaching 867 kcal!
The dynamic nature of Muay Thai keeps workouts exciting, making it easier to stay consistent. Plus, you can train solo or bring a partner along for extra motivation and fun.
It’s not just about looking fit; it’s about feeling stronger, more confident, and more capable in everyday life. Whether you're looking to lose weight, increase stamina, or break free from boring gym routines, Muay Thai delivers results.
Experience the benefits for yourself by trying a taster session!
Muay Thai For Excellence
Muay Thai isn’t just about fighting—it’s about mastery, consistency, and continuous self-improvement. If you feel like you’ve been overlooked, pushed around or let yourself down you need to understand this… Muay Thai is about reclaiming control.
Every session sharpens your technique and refines your movement. Over time you will learn to perfect strikes, defence, movement and even your mindset. Day by day you will strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, and prove that growth is in your hands.
Through discipline, skill, and perseverance, you’ll learn to recognize your own power and assert it with confidence. You shape your progress. And with every strike, step, and breath, you rewrite your story—on your terms.
This message is personal, this is why I started Muay Thai. I know what it feels like to want more from yourself. From where I stand now I can see that potential was always there - I simply needed the right environment to bring it out.
Muay Thai For Fighting
Muay Thai is renowned for its effectiveness in combat. Fights are won by winning exchanges. To do this, fighters must learn to maintain a strong standing position and deliver powerful strikes. Muay Thai also demands a unique clinching game to cause serious damage to their opponent in close quarters.
Muay Thai isn’t just for those with years of experience. It’s for anyone with the courage to step forward and challenge themselves. If you're looking to compete, you can start training today and with consistency, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to fight.
Fighters are made, not born. Let’s begin.
What clients think
Hear from some of my clients who have pushed their limits, levelled up their skills and achieved incredible results in the process.
“Jake is very professional, funny and personable young man. Wise beyond his years which comes out in his teaching & training.”
G. Tebbutt
“Jake is a really nice lad and has helped my 12 year old daughter Izzie come on loads. Would highly recommend him for your child or yourself.”
A. Hughes
“I've been training with Jake for six months now, and the improvements I've seen are incredible! Every session brings massive progress, and Jake's expertise in Muay Thai is unmatched.”
C. Thomas