Muay Thai is referred to as "The Art of the Eight Limbs", as the hands, shins, elbows, and knees are all used extensively in this art. A practitioner of Muay Thai ("nak muay") thus has the ability to execute strikes using eight "points of contact," as opposed to "two points" (fists) in Western boxing and "four points" (fists, feet) used in the primarily sport-oriented forms of martial arts.
People who learn and practice Muay Thai become extremely fit and supple, and are able to defend themselves very effectively.
Classes start with a full range of physical exercise routines, followed by training in Muay Thai boxing and kicking techniques dependant on experience.
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Class begins with an intense warm up which include jumping rope, shadow boxing and other bodyweight exercises. Pad work and drilling with a partner follows to develop power, timing and speed. The basic offensive techniques that are drilled use punches and kicks. Classes end with some more conditioning, bag work and a cool-down. Sparring is reserved for the more advanced levels under a supervised instructor.
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