Here are the answers to some commonly asked questions about Muay Thai Training
Kids
Will Muay Thai make my child violent?
Absolutely not! We don’t teach kids how to kick and punch, so they can go down the street and beat up the neighbour’s kid.
Instead, we teach kids self-defence as a tool for personal growth and development.
Kids learn to treat others as they want to be treated. They learn to respect all living things – from their parents to pets.
Often, kids who were violent before they joined our class changed and became non-violent. So, no, Muay Thai won’t make your child violent!
What if my child's not athletic? Will he have a hard time?
Often children who don’t find success in team sports come to Muay Thai. And they love it.
That’s because with Muay Thai you go at your own pace.
Some kids learn quicker than others – but the children who advance quickly are not valued more than the kids who advance slowly.
Everyone is greatly encouraged – regardless of his or her athletic level.
Will my child learn a talent that they can be proud of?
Yes! There’s simply something fascinating and exciting about watching children who can perform basic and advanced Muay Thai techniques. And your child will take great pride in their abilities.
What age is appropriate for Muay Thai?
We have classes for kids who are 5 years old all the way to teenagers. And we even have awesome classes for adults.
Will my child get hurt?
There are many children who have been training Muay Thai for years without ever obtaining a single injury.
This is the case with most children.
Do children get injured in Muay Thai? Yes, some do. But the injuries are no different than those of kids who play rugby, netball, basketball and other sports.
In the words of a parent I recently spoke with, “The instructors pay attention to detail when it comes to safety.”
From proper gear, to step-by-step instruction – we do everything in our power to ensure your child’s safety.
And that’s because we take your child’s safety very seriously.
Will my child have fun? Will he want to stick with the program?
Your child will have a ton of fun in our classes. They will make great friends. They’ll laugh, smile, and get lots of high fives. Your child will constantly be setting and reaching goals, so they’ll want to keep coming back for more.
Is Muay Thai just for boys? Or can my girl take Muay Thai classes too?
The truth is, there are just as many girls in many of our classes as there are boys.
Girls love Muay Thai just as much and get the same fulfilment out of it as boys do.
Also, if there’s one thing we’ve learned through teaching kids, it’s that girls are just as tough as boys. Many are even tougher!
Adults
Will I get hurt?
Any physical activity can lead to injury – and Muay Thai is no exception – but because your safety is our number one priority
We hardly EVER see any injuries here.
We guide you through the perfect way to do each technique. That way you don’t do it in a way that harms your body.
We also show you how to stretch properly – reducing your chances for injury even more.
And you go at your own pace. That way you don’t force your body to do anything it isn’t capable of.
Will this be really hard on my body? And is it violent?
People who do Muay Thai are never the ones to start fights. They’re the ones who do everything in their power to avoid fights.
But if a fight has to happen, they’re ready to defend themselves.
So, no, Muay Thai is not violent.
As far as your body goes… The exercises involved may be tough for you at first. But you’re welcome to go at your own pace. We’re here to support you, encourage you and see you succeed.
It may be a little hard on your body, but not so hard as to cause injuries. Just hard enough for a great, calorie-burning workout.
Do I have to be fit, athletic or flexible?
Not at all! In fact, many of our students are people who just never liked any other sports.
They were never fit or athletic before joining our classes.
Now, though, they’re in better shape than just about anyone else they know! They’re lean, fit, and feeling great.
So if you’re not fit and athletic already – don’t worry. We will help you get there.