Muay thai is an effective martial art that is both destructive but beautiful to watch. There are many technicians in the fight game, and contrary to popular belief, muay thai is an incredibly complex and technical art.
Here is a list of muay thai techniques that you need to know to get started.
Punches
- Jab
- Cross (Straight)
- Hook
- Uppercut
- Overhand
- (Spinning) Backfist
- Superman Punch
Kicks
- Roundhouse Kick
- Switch Kick
- Teep Kick
- Leg Kick
- Push Kick
- Side Teep Kick
- Side Kick
- Axe Kick
- Cartwheel Kick
Elbows
- Horizontal Elbow Strike
- Uppercut Elbow Strike
- Downward Elbow Strike (12-6)
- Slashing Elbow Strike
- Spinning Elbow Strike
- 12-6 Downward Elbow
Knees
- Straight Knee
- Switch Knee
- Diagonal Knee
- Side Knee
- Curving Knee (Swing Knee)
- Jumping Knee
- Flying Knee
Check out these techniques to step up your striking now!
