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Traditional Muay Boran / Self-Defense

COMBAT PILLAR
Shepherd's Bush & Hammersmith, West London

Traditional Muay Boran / Self-Defense

This class explores the traditional roots of Muay Thai through Muay Boran, combining practical self-defence, traditional techniques and the deeper history and philosophy behind the art.

Classes Every Wednesday 7:15PM - 9:15PM

What Is This Class?

Training goes beyond modern sport Muay Thai, introducing students to older forms, close-range applications, locks, takedowns and traditional weapons training through Krabi Krabong. A unique class for anyone who wants to explore the wider traditional martial art behind modern Muay Thai while developing practical skills, confidence and a deeper connection to its heritage. Suitable for all experience levels.

What’s taught

  • Traditional Muay Boran techniques, forms and applications
  • Practical self-defence and close-range skills
  • Counters, locks, sweeps and takedowns
  • Introduction to Krabi Krabong and traditional weapons training
  • Understanding the history and evolution of Muay Thai
  • Developing control, awareness, discipline and martial understanding

Class Specific FAQ

What is Muay Boran?

Muay Boran is the traditional, older form of Muay Thai from which the modern sport developed. It includes forms, close-range techniques, locks, sweeps and takedowns that you won’t usually see in sport Muay Thai.

Regular Muay Thai classes focus on modern striking, padwork and fitness. This class focuses on the traditional roots of the art, including older forms, locks, takedowns and the history behind them. It complements your other training.

Yes. The class teaches practical close-range skills, counters, locks and takedowns, along with the awareness and control needed to use them safely. It is training in technique and understanding, not a guarantee of how you’d perform in a real situation.

Wear comfortable training clothes and bring a water bottle and towel.