5 Flying Knee Combinations

The flying knee is of the most powerful and devastating knee techniques. This flashy technique is a crowd pleaser, and can result in a KO when landed clean. Excellent timing is required so that you will not be susceptible to counterattack. In this video, multiple-time Muay Thai World Champion Sam-A Gaiyanghadao…

Muay Thai Fighting Styles Part 3 – Muay Mat (Heavy Puncher)

In this mini-series called Muay Thai Fighting Styles, our World Champions explain the distinct fight strategies deployed by Muay Thai fighters and the pros and cons of each strategy. There are several key styles of Muay Thai such as Muay Khao, Muay Femur, Muay Mat, Muay Book, Muay Sok, and…

Muay Thai Fighting Styles Part 1 – Muay Khao (Knee Fighter)

In this mini-series called Muay Thai Fighting Styles, our World Champions explain the distinct fight strategies deployed by Muay Thai fighters and the pros and cons of each strategy. There are several key styles of Muay Thai such as Muay Khao, Muay Femur, Muay Mat, Muay Book, Muay Sok, and…

Outside Single Leg Iranian Finish

When attempting a single leg takedown we commonly end up under our opponent after he sprawls and pushes the head down. The first attempt to finish by circling behind the opponent may be unsuccessful. The opponent’s defense will open up our secondary move of coming underneath and finishing with an…

Double Underhook To Knee Tap Finish

The double underhook position is a strong offensive attack and control position. Getting into the double underhook position requires pummeling and off balancing. Staying in good position with double underhooks will allow you to control your opponent and set up takedown attacks. The knee tap finish is a very high…

Double Underhook To Shrug Duck Under

The double underhook position is a strong offensive attack and control position. Getting into the double underhook position requires pummeling and off balancing. Staying in good position with double underhooks will allow you to control your opponent and set up takedown attacks. For this video, 6x National Champion and US…

Single Leg Defense Hip Switch To High Leg Over

While good offensive takedowns are the key to scoring points, developing strong takedown defense is equally important. Good takedown defense can often be transitioned into offensive attacks. In this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates the hip switch single leg defense.

Single Leg Defense To Inside Trip

While good offensive takedowns are the key to scoring points, developing strong takedown defense is equally important. Good takedown defense can often be transitioned into offensive attacks. In this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates single leg defense with an inside trip.

Jump Down Elbow

The elbow is a devastating close range weapon that can be used to knockout the opponent and finish the fight. Elbows also have a tendency to inflict deep cuts on the face of an opponent, which can cause blood to run into the eyes and affect the opponent’s vision. The…

Orono Wor Petchpun: Clinch, Slide Back To Knee

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teaches one of his favorite techniques. He begins by securing a solid clinch on his opponent. Using excellent clinch control, Orono sets up devastating knee strikes. Controlling the clinch is a fundamental skill for all Muay Thai fighters, and the…

Orono Wor Petchpun: Push Kick To Opponent’s Thigh

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teaches one of his favorite techniques. Using a push kick, Orono effectively offsets his opponent’s forward momentum and prevents attacks. Rather than push kicking to the midsection, this push kick is delivered to the opponent’s thigh. In addition to stifling…

Orono Wor Petchpun: Clinch, Up Elbow

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teaches one of his favorite techniques. He begins by securing a solid clinch on his opponent. Using excellent clinch control, Orono sets up devastating elbow strikes. Controlling the clinch is a fundamental skill for all Muay Thai fighters, and the…

Orono Wor Petchpun: Clinch, Knees To Thighs

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teaches one of his favorite techniques. He begins by securing a solid clinch on his opponent. Using excellent clinch control, Orono sets up knee strikes to his opponent’s thighs. Controlling the clinch is a fundamental skill for all Muay Thai…

Orono Wor Petchpun: Block Punches To Up Elbow

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teaches one of his favorite techniques. As his opponent comes forward to attack, Orono successfully defends. As part of his defense he launches an immediate counter attack in the form of an up elbow. The ability to halt an opponent’s…

Orono Wor Petchpun: Up Kick

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teaches one of his favorite techniques. The up kick is an excellent addition to any Muay Thai arsenal. Combined with basic kicks, it offers variety and the ability to catch an opponent off guard. When landed properly, it is a…

Namsaknoi Yudthagarngamtorn: Push Kick To Opponent’s Knee

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Namsaknoi Yudthagarngamtorn teaches one of his favorite techniques. The technique uses a push kick to defend against an opponent’s kick. Unlike the regular push kick to the mid section, this push kick targets the opponent’s knee. This is a combination that wins World…

Attachai Fairtex: Block Punches To Up Elbow

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Attachai Fairtex teaches one of his favorite techniques. As his opponent comes forward to attack, Attachai successfully defends. As part of his defense he launches an immediate counter attack in the form of an up elbow. The ability to halt an opponent’s attack…

Attachai Fairtex: Push Kick To Counter Leg Catch

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Attachai Fairtex teaches one of his favorite techniques. Sometimes an opponent will time your kick properly and catch it on the side of their body. Attachai uses a push kick to counter the leg catch and free his leg. This technique is very…

Saknarong Sityodtong: Lean Back, Left Hook

In this video, renowned trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong teaches one of his favorite techniques. It begins with a defensive tactic in which Saknarong leans back to evade his opponent’s punch. He then steps in and delivers a left hook counterattack. This technique features a defensive and…

Saknarong Sityodtong: Block Clinch, Knee x3

In this video, renowned trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong teaches one of his favorite techniques. Beginning in the clinch position, Saknarong demonstrates an excellent counterattack that includes breaking the clinch and a knee strike. The ability to control an opponent from the clinch is critical to all…

Saknarong Sityodtong: Catch Kick and Takedown

In this video, renowned trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong teaches one of his favorite techniques. It begins with a defensive tactic in which Saknarong catches his opponent’s kick. He then circles his opponent to the ground for a takedown. This technique features a defensive and offensive technique.…

Saknarong Sityodtong: Cross Block, Low Kick

In this video, renowned trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong teaches one of his favorite techniques. It begins with a defensive tactic in which Saknarong uses a cross block to defend against a knee strike. He immediately fires back with a low kick. This technique features a defensive…

Saknarong Sityodtong: Sweep, Knee

In this video, renowned trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong teaches one of his favorite techniques. It begins with a defensive tactic in which Saknarong uses a hand sweep to defend against a push kick. With his opponent off balanced, he steps in to deliver a knee strike.…

Saknarong Sityodtong: Cross Block, Right Kick

In this video, renowned trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong teaches one of his favorite techniques. When the opponent comes forward to deliver a left kick, Saknarong defends with a cross block and then delivers a right kick of his own. This technique illustrates the importance of transitioning…