Question 1

What should I wear to train

Accepted Answer

We recommend sports clothing that offers room to perform kicks. Ideally shorts and training top, however long sports leggings or tracksuit bottoms are fine as long as they allow stretch.

Question 2

What equipment do I need?

Accepted Answer

Ideally 8oz-12oz boxing gloves for pad work and no less than 14oz for sparring. For sparring you will need shinpads, groin guard and gumshield.

Question 3

Is there head contact

Accepted Answer

There is no head contact for our junior members, under 16's. The beginner adult classes may practice very light touch sparring and the advanced and sparring classes offer head contact. Students are advised to wear a gumshield for

Question 4

Do I need to be fit to start?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. The best way to get fit is to come along to the class. We are constantly welcoming new members, all at various stages of their fitness journey, so just come along and join in.

Question 5

Where can I purchase equipment?

Accepted Answer

We stock some equipment in the gym. There are also a number of reputable online retailers selling high quality Thai equipment, as well as martial arts shops. Speak to one of the team who will be able to make suggestions and recommend the best equipment for you.

Question 6

Will I get hit?

Accepted Answer

As this is a contact sport there will be physical contact. For our new and beginner members the classes will usually consist of holding pads for each other or maybe boxing to each other's gloves. Our advanced students and those attending the sparring classes will practice technique on each other. All techniques are practised with control and safety in mind.

Question 7

Do you offer 121 sessions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all of our coaches are available for 121 private sessions. Some students find that supplementing their classes with 121 sessions is a great benefit and they see massive improvement. Just speak to one of the team for prices and availability.

Question 8

Can I train with a friend?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can come along to the class with a friend or share a 121 session.

Question 9

Will I be able to compete?

Accepted Answer

Yes, students wishing to compete in an interclub, or even a decision fight, may speak to one of our coaches who will advise them and help them on their fight journey.

Question 10

What is an interclub?

Accepted Answer

Please see our Interclub FAQ sheet

Question 11

Do you have gradings?

Accepted Answer

No, All Powers do not operate a grading system. For students wishing to measure their progress we regularly support other gym's interclubs as well as holding at least 4 of our own per year.

Question 12

Is Thai Boxing the same as Kickboxing?

Accepted Answer

No, Thai Boxing originated in Thailand and stems from a fighting style used on the battlefield, whereas kickboxing is a Japanese hybrid martial art.

Question 13

Do I need to speak Thai?

Accepted Answer

No, although we do use Thai words in the gym as part of training. For example you will hear a front kick referred to as a 'teep' and hear shouts of 'ow-ee' during sparring, however you will soon pick this up.

Question 14

How are Thai fights scored?

Accepted Answer

Thai fight scoring is confusing to some people, however understanding the scoring can really help when fighting, and as a spectator. One of the UK's most experienced judges and referees is Tony Myers — please visit Muay Thai Judging for more information.

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