eHow launches Android app: Get the best of eHow on the go.
Learn the basics techniques of Muay Thai or Thai boxing, in this free online self defense training course, including the punches, kicks, strikes and footwork of this Martial Art.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Learn how to throw the first basic punch in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to throw the uppercut punch in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to throw the hook punch in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to throw a body punch in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to use horizontal and vertical elbow strikes in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to use the vertical elbow strike in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to use the knee strike in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to use the front and round kick combination in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to use Muay Thai equipment when practicing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to make round and front kicks using Muay Thai sparring pads in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to combine handwork and footwork in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to use the Low Kick technique in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to practice the high roundhouse kick in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to attack the vital points of the body in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Learn how to combine multiple kicks in Muay Thai, or Thai boxing in this free self defense training video.
Muay Thai, otherwise known as Thai Boxing is a hard martial art practiced mainly in Thailand. Named as the national sport, a modified version of Muay Thai is practiced by the military in self defense. Strikes, kicks and punches are used in the fighting ring and are referred to as “the eight points of contact.” These eight points consist of the two hands, shins, elbows and knees. Resembling western boxing, the two fighters are put into a fighting ring and use protective gloves and pads. >p> In this series of video clips, you will get expert demonstrations on Muay Thai techniques. Learn more about the equipment needed for a proper fight and get instructions for using this equipment. Begin your study of Thai boxing by learning the basic punches that are essential for fighting in the ring. Get tips on using your elbows to extend vertical and horizontal blows. Watch as our expert administers a roundhouse kick and practice these moves in your own time. Learn more complicated moves with the hands and footwork and put it all together with a full attack.
Ric O'Kane Born in New York, raised in Los Angeles, Ric O'Kane started competing as a martial artist at 18. He has trained at the World Famous Jet Center in Van Nuys, California where he fought with Benny “The Jet” Uriquidez in the early ‘80’s to mid ‘90’s. Ric holds four titles including the ISKA Super Welter Weight full contact division, The WKA (World Karate Association) Welter Weight and KICK, super welter weight. O'Kane has worked at Mejiro Gym for two years, teaching classes and as a personal trainer.dkdk
Read More
Copyright © 1999-2009 eHow, Inc. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. en-US Portions of this page are modifications based on work created and shared by Google and used according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.
