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Muay Thai is also known as 'The Science of Eight Limbs', unlike Western fighting sports that simply use their hands and feet, Muay Thai also uses elbows, knees, hands and shins to fight their opponents.

Muay Thai fighters perform the 'Wai Kru' at the start of a fight, this ritual allows them to pay respect to their teachers. The ritual is performed accompanied by traditional Thai music, incorporating the Ching (cymbal), Klong Khaek (tom-tom) and Pee Java (Thai Reed Pipe).

A Muay Thai match consists of five, three minute rounds, with a two minute break between each round. Any stopping in the three minutes will not count to the round and extra time will be included at the end of the fight.

The Elephant Gym caters for people of all abilities and levels, from raw novice to experienced fighter.

The gym often travels the country fighting at various shows and events, and offering support in exhibitions and festivals of sports.

The instructor 'David Verdi' has over 25 years experience in Thai boxing and has fought and lived in Thailand for many years.

The classes are for both men and women of different levels, some of the members take part in the country fighting events, whilst others come mainly to keep fit and learn self defence techniques.

Take a look through the website and learn more about Muay Thai and what The Elephant Gym can offer you.