MUAY THAI

Punches, Elbows, Knees & Kicks

Muay Thai at Open Guard

Watch any Mixed Martial Arts promotion, and you’ll quickly notice how essential Muay Thai and Kickboxing are to a fighter’s arsenal.  Not only is Muay Thai a staple in professional fighting, but it’s a highly effective tool for self-defense and a fantastic way to get fit and healthy.

Open Guard offers a structured, progressive Muay Thai program that accommodates all skill levels.  Our curriculum is divided into four levels of training, so beginners can develop their skills without feeling overwhelmed by more advanced students.  Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect at each level:

Level 1: Beginner Muay Thai

This no-contact class introduces you to the fundamentals of Muay Thai in a welcoming and controlled environment.  You’ll learn basic striking techniques using Thai pads and practice combinations with a partner.  In addition to offensive techniques, we also teach the foundations of Muay Thai defense to prepare you for more advanced training.  It’s perfect for anyone looking to learn, improve fitness, and build a solid base in Muay Thai without the intimidation factor.

Level 2: Semi-Contact Muay Thai

In Level 2 Muay Thai, we elevate the intensity with strength and conditioning drills that improve striking power and cardiovascular endurance.  You’ll work on more advanced techniques and combinations while participating in semi-contact sparring to further refine your skills.  This level bridges the gap between fundamentals and competitive training, preparing students for participation in Point Kickboxing tournaments.  It’s designed to build on the knowledge from Level 1 while advancing your Muay Thai skills in a supportive environment.                                                                     

Level 3: Competitive Muay Thai

Level 3 Muay Thai is where things get more serious.  This full-contact class focuses on preparing students for semi-contact events.  Here, you’ll continue to develop your fundamentals while incorporating controlled sparring sessions to practice everything you’ve learned in real-world situations.  Students at this level commit to training 3-4 days per week and are required to regularly participate in strength and conditioning classes to build endurance.                                     

Level 4: Fight Team

Our Fight Team is the pinnacle of Muay Thai training at Open Guard.  Fighters at this level compete in full-contact International Kickboxing Federation (IKF)World Kickboxing Association (WKA), and International Sport Kickboxing Association (ISKA) sanctioned events, training 4-6 days per week.  Once you accept a bout, you must attend an 8-week fight camp to prepare for competition.  Training is individualized for each fighter and includes a customized nutrition and strength and conditioning schedule to ensure each fighter is in peak condition for their fight.

Why Choose Us?

At Open Guard, we are proud to offer authentic Muay Thai instruction led by highly experienced and credentialed coaches.  Our classes are taught in a fun, safe, and results-focused environment, so whether you’re here to improve fitness, compete, or learn self-defense, you’ll find the training you need.

Improve your cardio, coordination, and timing while getting into great shape.  Stop by today for a free trial and discover the power of Muay Thai for yourself!

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