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Do I need to be fit to start?No, you dont need to be fit to start. Our coaches take pride in getting our students into the best shape of their lives, and training sessions can burn up to 1,000 calories per hour. This means your fitness level will increase exponentially once you start training Muay Thai. You’ll get to lose weight while building your arsenal of Muay Thai techniques.
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I Don’t Want To Be A Fighter, Is Muay Thai Right For Me?Many people who train Muay Thai have no intention of ever fighting professionally. People train for various reasons such as learning how to fight, getting into better shape, or simply wanting a new hobby. You’ll learn how to defend yourself regardless of if you plan to compete. Muay Thai is fun and also does wonders for stress relief.
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How Often Will I Need To Train?That’s completely up to you and your schedule. You should aim to train at least three times a week if you want to improve at a fast rate or compete someday. If you are serious about competing, you will need to train more.
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Is Muay Thai Good For Self-Defence?Yes. Muay Thai is one of the best martial arts for self-defence. You will learn how to attack with your elbows, punches, kicks, and knees, and how to defend against such attacks. Muay Thai teaches you everything you need to know about striking, so you’ll be able to defend yourself against most people.
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Will I be Forced To Spar?No. Beginners typically aren’t allowed to spar in Muay Thai gyms. Before you spar, you’ll need to learn all the basic attacks used in Muay Thai and how to defend yourself. When your skills improve, your instructors might suggest sparring. Sparring is never compulsory, but it’s an important part of training since it’s a realistic simulation of a real fight. Muay Thai gyms are known for their gentle sparring culture, so you don’t have to worry about your training partners trying to take your head off. Sparring in Muay Thai is more about learning how to manage distances, defense, and set up your strikes.
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What Will I Need to Bring To The Gym For My First Class?We provide everything that you need, however we do recommend. bringing your own gloves or purchasing a pair from our shop. Boxing gloves soak up lots of sweat during training sessions so it’s typically better to have your own pair for increased hygiene. You will need to bring a towel and a bottle of water and some comfortable clothing.
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Do Women Train Muay Thai?Yes. It’s an excellent martial art that helps to improve your fitness and strength. All our classes are female friendly but can sometimes be male dominated. However, we run ladies only classes for those who feel intimidated or unsure, or for those who want to train with other likeminded women.
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