Muay Thai

The flying elbow is one of deadliest weapons in a Muay Thai fighters arsenal. This flashy technique, when used correctly, has the power to seriously injure or knockout one’s opponent. In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Kwankhao Mor. Rattanabandit from the EVOLVE Fight Team demonstrates 4 devastating flying elbow…

On the elite levels of fighting, it is very useful to understand fight strategy.  While you do not want to allow your opponent to dictate the fight, it is important to learn the counterattacks that are best suited for each type of fighting style.  In this video, Muay Thai World…

The spinning back elbow is a devastating strike that often catches an opponent by surprise and can end a fight instantly when it lands clean. This technique requires excellent timing and is best thrown as the last strike at the end of a combination, or after a feint. In this…

The leg catch is a commonly used defense against kicks. When an opponent throws a kick, you sidestep away from the incoming kick to lessen the force of the blow while simultaneously catching the leg with both hands. This allows you to control your opponents body and gives you the ability…

The clinch position is one of the most devastating positions in Muay Thai.  Good clinch fighters can dominate a fight from the clinch position unleashing a barrage of knees, elbows, and sweeps.  In order to master the clinch, you must start by learning the various clinch positions from which you…

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Muangfalek Kiatvichian will teach an advanced striking combination that combines a defensive tactic with a well timed counterattack. After parrying the opponent’s punch, Muangfalek transitions directly into a high kick. The ability…

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teach a high level defensive technique and counterattack. After halting the opponent’s forward momentum with a cross push defense, you will then transition directly into knee strikes to the…

As you reach the higher levels of competition, using set ups and fakes to land your strikes will become increasingly necessary.  Fakes, also known as feints, are used to mask the intended attack.  A good fake will draw a reaction from the opponent, leaving him/her open for another attack.  In…

The question mark kick catches people by surprise as it has the appearance of being a low kick or teep, then transitions to a high kick. This can often catch an opponent off guard, and can result in a knockout. In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Kwankhao Mor. Rattanabandit…

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced kick and push kick counter technique. After first landing a kick to the midsection on the opponent, the opponent will defend the second kick by catching your…

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced clinch lock and knee strike technique. After halting the opponent’s forward momentum, you learn a new clinch technique that enables you to shut down the opponent’s offense…

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teach an advanced kicking technique. You will learn how to set up a high kick using to left low kicks. This is a kicking combination that is often used…

Landing a head kick requires a high level of skill and knowledge.  A well placed head kick will often result in a highlight reel knockout.  In this video, multiple time Muay Thai World Champion Penek Sitnumnoi teaches his 3 favourite setups for the head kick.

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teach an advanced attack and counterattack technique. After throwing two kicks, the opponent defends by catching the leg. You will learn to counter the leg catch with a punch…

In this level 6 combination, Muay Thai Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced striking combination that utilizes many of Muay Thai’s weapons. The ability to seamlessly combine offense, defense, and counterattacks is the mark of an elite Muay Thai fighter.  The combination begins with a jab and…

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced striking combination that makes full use of Muay Thai’s many weapons. You will learn to use push kicks to set up footsweep takedowns as well as an…

In this level 6 combination, Muay Thai Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced striking combination that utilizes many of Muay Thai’s weapons. The ability to seamlessly combine offense, defense, and counterattacks is the mark of an elite Muay Thai fighter.  The combination begins with a jab and…

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced drill that makes full use of Muay Thai’s many defensive techniques. You will learn how to implement these techniques based upon the attack the opponent attempts.

A good defense is often where a good offensive attack starts.  When your opponent attacks, he or she will be vulnerable to counterattacks. You must be able to defend the attack and quickly transition into an offensive counterattack.  In this video, multiple time Muay Thai World Champion Namsaknoi Yudthagarngamtorn teaches…

In this level 6 combination, Muay Thai Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced striking combination that utilizes many of Muay Thai’s weapons. The ability to seamlessly combine offense, defense, and counterattacks is the mark of an elite Muay Thai fighter.  The combination begins with a right cross,…

In this level 4 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teach an advanced defensive technique and counterattack. The ability to defend against an opponent’s attack and seamlessly launch a counterattack is critical for success on the higher levels of…

Knee strikes are one of the most deadly weapons in every Muay Thai fighters arsenal. Knee strikes are highly versatile, and at the elite level can be used in a wide variety of positions and situations.  Whether in the clinch position or in combination with other strikes, a well placed…

Saenchai is widely considered to be one of the greatest Muay Thai fighters in history.  In this video, Saenchai teaches 3 of his favourite Muay Thai sweeps.

The reverse up elbow is an advanced Muay Thai technique which is best thrown at the end of a combination. The strikes in the combination distract an opponent from the devastating incoming blow and can catch them by surprise, often with resulting in a cut or knockout. In this video,…