Would you let your children learn Thai kick boxing (Muay Thai)? Why / why not?

Question

And what about the ordinary kind of boxing?

If they want to.

Answer 1

I wouldn't even let my kids eat Thai food.

Answer 2

1: Right handed #2: Orthodox but I will switch fast if my opponet is taking advantage I.E. leg kicks #3: You ask so I told you #4: I like striking better but I love to slam people so I guess its close #5: I guess I fight instinctially and I'm 51/49 favor striking #6: Thai boxing Ju-Jitsu and Greko Roman Wrestling #7: Thats the styles I have been taught and trained in #8: Anderson Silva #9: he is such a humble well rounded fighter that always gets the job doneand I admire greatly #10: Either a jab or a push kick #11: both can be used as an offensive or defensive move and even though they are not KO blows they set you up for KO blows #12: Gogoplata or Triangle #13: Well a Gogoplata is just an amazing submission I only know of one guy thats effectively applied it in a fight and won. Realistically though A triangle becuase if you get in a good enough position and it's not working you can always transition into the armbar #14: most definatly in competition #15: because if it wasn't for the pro fighters that make these styles so well known so many kids (and adults) would know nothing about BJJ Thai Boxing or some of the more effective martial arts Plus it's awesome to watch and think if you can be your best you , you can make it to that plateu of competition

Answer 3

Absolutely. Any form of marital arts provides a definite health benefit from the cardio and strength training that goes along with it. Thai style kick boxing is also a good style for self defense as it is, in my opinion, a much more practical application than Tae Kwon Do often is. By that I mean that many of the other martial arts are taught in a very stylized form that only works in competitions or when sparring with others who observe all of the forms. I will soon be signing up my 5 year old in a mixed martial arts program that combines karate, kick boxing, and tae kwon do.

Answer 4

Definitely NOT fist boxing. I thought we are trying to civilize these kids ?! Sorry, after watching what happened to Mohammad Ali, I've had enough boxing. I believe it sets the evolution of the human race back when some one watches two people pulverize each other for fun. But then, I'm obviously I'm in the minority since many more people watch WWWrestling than share my beliefs. But on the other hand, children need to be armed with self-confidence and some good moves :) in today's society. Martial arts teaches self-control as well as self-defense. Being able to take care of themselves makes anyone more confident.

Answer 5

Muay Thai teaches more discipline than normal boxing, but don't hold your children back if it's something they really want to do. I myself would like to learn Muay Thai.

Answer 6

I find that Muay Thai is rather too violent. Would advise to go for Chinese Wushu, preferably traditional types as it can be used as self-defense and as a good sport which exercised the whole body and suitable for both young and old.

Answer 7

Any type of martial arts or fighting styles, they are more about discipline than anything else...

Muay Thai Boxing is among the highest in that regards. On top of that, they help you built healthy muscles, reflexes, reaction times, etc...

To learn it, definately... To compete in it, that depends on how much you would allow your child to pursue what they really want to do.

Answer 8

Yes I most defiantly would, and I do. It does not only teach your children how to protect themselves,it encourages health, exercise,and better self-esteem. Don't worry that it would just teach your kid(s) to be mean or fight, if it is taught right than they will learn respect for not only themselves and others. It teaches discipline as well, my boys love the sport and so have I for the past 13 years. The only thing I do not let them do is compete yet,when they are 16 and want to than I will let them.

Answer 9

Why not?

Any sport or activity is good for the development. Even something consider by some as violent actually teaches discipline, self control, self esteem, and many more qualities needed to be successful in life. Studies show that kids who are involved with extra curricular activities are much more unlikely to engage in criminal activities.

Answer 10

If we are talking young children here, I would watch a class or two before turning them over to the instructor. If he teaches in a way that pleases you let the kids go. Martial Arts, when taught properly, teaches discipline, fitness and control.

Answer 11

I would allow any of my children to take up these sports gladly if they wanted to do it. If they wanted to do it then obviously this sort of thing probably suits them and there is a lot of discipline involved in these sports so overall I would feel like it was a good thing. I think the sports could prove to be a very positive influence in a young life.