Muay Thai: Kickboxing Combat

By Garrison Wells

Did you know that Muay Thai started out as military training for Thailand's warriors? Hundreds of years ago, they used it for hand-to-hand combat. In modern times, Muay Thai is still powerful, challenging, and a great way to exercise.

Enter the Martial Arts Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to Muay Thai. You'll discover:
- What some of the top Muay Thai kicks and strikes are, including the roundhouse kick and the flying knee.
- What ram muay is and how it honors the sport's traditions.
- What the main local, national, and international competitions are.
- What role Muay Thai has in mixed martial arts competitions worldwide.

Are you into sports? Then get in the zone

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076138457X
• ISBN13: 9780761384571
• Release Date: January 2012
• Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.7" x 9.4"
• Age Range: 9 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 9