
Muay Thai (Thai boxing) is a martial art and combat sport, which dates back to the 13th century. Known as the “science of 8 limbs, it incorporates strikes using the fists, knees, shins and elbow as well as an element of grappling. Muay Thai is now predominantly a combat sport which is trained all over the world, but it is most popular in Thailand, where it is considered the national sport. The Mongkol is headband that all Thai boxers must wear during their ring entrance – it is considered sacred and passed in from trainer to fighter.