Classes

Muay Thai boxing is the combat sport of Thailand, also known as ‘The art of 8 limbs’ as it uses stand up striking techniques including punches, elbows, knees and kicks alongside various clinching (grappling) techniques.

This martial art is not only a combat sport, but is great for learning self-defence skills, building confidence and increasing stamina and fitness.

Muay Start is a fundamentals class. In this class, the main emphasis is working on basic techniques and combinations, predominately on pads and is suitable for beginner levels and those wanting to get fitter.

The Muay Skill class introduces more advanced combinations and techniques on pads, bags and dutch style drills (working with partner), whilst also introducing more footwork, clinch and range techniques. This class is aimed at all levels, but more suited to those with a little experience.

Muay Blast is a 30 minute high intensity bootcamp / circuit style training. The aim is to build strength and fitness through various exercises – using bursts of intensive activity, alternated with intervals of lighter activity. You can expect to use equipment such as kettle bells, medicine balls and also complete various bodyweight exercises like burpees, lunges and push ups.

Sparring is an opportunity to apply the techniques learnt in class in a controlled manner.

Some equipment is required in order to train, we do hold a very small amount of spare gloves and shin guards for those wanting to try sessions before committing to buying their own. However, we do recommend purchasing your own gear. All equipment needed can be purchased directly from our gym. Please contact us or speak to one of the coaches to buy your equipment.

Basic equipment needed for these sparring sessions include:

• 16oz gloves
• Hand wraps
• Shin guards
• Mouth guard

Optional equipment

• Box/cup/groin guard

We have classes for kids aged 5-10 years old and classes for youth aged 11-17 years old.

“Amazing! Platinum Muay Thai kids and youth classes not only teach kids Self-Defence… but gives them the tools they need for success in life…”

From focusing, to goal setting, to self-discipline, to self-respect – kids and youth emerge from our training programs changed for the better. And their parents couldn’t be happier

After just a few weeks of Muay Thai, this is what happens…

Clear Focus – In Muay Thai, we have kids do one thing at a time. For younger kids, and kids with severe ADD, they may only do one thing for 30 seconds – but for that 30 seconds that’s all they focus on.

Then, the better and better they get at focusing, the longer we have them focus for. Eventually, kids might focus the entire session on just one exercise or activity.

And they never get bored or antsy.

Before you know it, they do this at home too. They focus on their homework… on their chores… on conversations with you… and anything else they put their mind to.

Determined to Succeed – From Day 1 in Muay Thai your child sets goals and accomplishes them. The more they do this – the more ambitious they become.

Eventually they learn to set higher goals – and learn to go after them with everything they’ve got.

They learn that fulfilment and respect are earned through completing challenges.

Because of this, kids who go through Muay Thai training are much more likely to succeed later in life as well.

Paying Attention – Parents of children with attention problems breathe a sigh of relief after just a few short weeks.

That’s because in Muay Thai – we teach kids to look people in the eyes when they’re being spoken to. We teach them that this is how you show people you’re listening and paying attention.

After just a few short weeks, kids naturally begin doing this at home. And in school.

Parents and teachers often look at each other with wide-eyes when they reflect on the changes. They can’t believe how much better their children pay attention.

Completing Tasks, the First Time – In Muay Thai, we have just a few simple rules. One of those rules is that when your child is asked to do something – he does it the first time.

Every kid does it because they see the other kids in the class doing it too. And they want to make friends and be a part of the group.

It’s usually a matter of a couple weeks before kids start doing this at home, too. I can’t tell you how many parents have thanked us profusely when it starts to happen.

For parents of children who have a hard time following direction – this is truly a blessing.

Self-Respect – When it comes to bullies, kids in Muay Thai don’t back down. They have the confidence to look a bully in the eyes and stand their ground.

This is what nearly always happens…

The bully gets scared and backs down!

It happens 9 times out of 10. And for the 1 time out of 10 the bully doesn’t back down – your child has the tools to defend himself. And if necessary, he’ll be able to get away, and seek out an authority figure.

Weight loss – It’s easy these days for kids to not exercise. As a result, many children experience weight problems at a young age.

Muay Thai will help your child achieve and maintain a healthy weight. This reduces risk for many health problems that can occur now, and later in life

Your child will be active the entire time. But there’s no pressure on them to do anything they can’t.

We’ll encourage him to do their very best.

And most importantly, they’ll have a ton of fun!