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Muay Thai
A university-level history of Muay Thai: where it came from, who shaped it, how it is trained, and where it stands in South Africa today.
01History
Muay Thai — History & Origins
1 989 words · 9 min read
02Federations you can compete under
International Federation of Muaythai Associations
International body · 2026
Rules & competition gear
WMC
WMCWorld Muaythai Council (pro)
International body · 2024
Rules & competition gear
WBC Muaythai
International body · 2024
Rules & competition gear
ISKA
ISKAISKA (amateur ring)
International body · 2024
Rules & competition gear
South African Muaythai Federation
South African body · 2026
Based on the international rules (IFMA) — confirm with the event circular.
03Clubs & gear
Find a Muay Thai club near you
Opens the Martial Art Directory with clubs within 15 km of where you are. You can widen it to 30 km there.
Gear up for Muay Thai
Training kit and competition-legal gear from Martial Art Equipment.