What is Muay Thai?
Muay Thai, known as the “Art of Eight Limbs,” is Thailand’s national martial art with a history spanning centuries. Deeply connected to Thai culture and tradition, it is a discipline founded on respect, perseverance, and mental toughness. Using punches, kicks, elbows, and knees, Muay Thai develops the whole body in a balanced and powerful way.
Beyond its physical intensity, Muay Thai fosters discipline, focus, and emotional resilience. Training builds strength, endurance, coordination, and flexibility, while sharpening mental clarity and self-belief. The ritual and structure of Muay Thai encourage mindfulness and respect for self and others. It is not just a combat sport, but a practice that strengthens character, relieves stress, and promotes a strong sense of wellbeing through purposeful movement.
Muay Thai at Mana
Muay Thai is Thailand’s national martial art, shaped by centuries of tradition, discipline, and cultural respect. At Mana, we honour this heritage by teaching Muay Thai as more than a physical practice — it is a way of moving, thinking, and showing respect to self, coach, and community. Training is rooted in humility, focus, and perseverance, with a strong emphasis on safety, inclusion, and shared effort.
Our community-first approach ensures that beginners and experienced practitioners train side by side in a supportive, ego-free environment. Delivered with professionalism and care, Muay Thai sessions build full-body strength, endurance, coordination, and mental toughness while providing a powerful outlet for stress. Mana grows through shared commitment — when members show up with intention, instructors elevate their teaching, and the space reflects collective pride. Every class is an opportunity to honour Thai movement culture while building wellbeing, connection, and confidence together.
Our Muay Thai Coach
Jamie King
Head Muay Thai Coach - Nicha Muay Thai / Kingdam
Jamie King is the head coach of the UK wing of Nicha Muay Thai Gym, based in Santa Krabi, Thailand. Living and breathing Muay Thai under the guidance of Kru Singdam, Jamie has immersed himself in the sport’s traditional values, Buddhist roots, and cultural heritage.
A professional fighter in Thailand and Singapore, Jamie combines technical mastery with deep respect for Muay Thai’s history and philosophy. He works closely with Nicha Muay Thai, mentoring prospective fighters and regularly returning to Thailand to train and learn, ensuring his teaching remains rooted in authenticity. At Mana, Jamie brings this dedication to culture, discipline, and shared growth, creating a space where every student can develop skill, strength, and respect for the art.