Muay Thai Personal Training
Elbows, knees, clinch work, and authentic fight culture.
Traditional Muay Thai tutelage with modern performance principles. Drill full-body striking, pad sequences, clinch dominance, and fight conditioning the way professionals train.
Session Highlights
- Eight-limb striking with precise pad and bag work
- Clinching, sweeps, and fight-specific conditioning rounds
- Mobility and recovery protocols to keep you game-ready
Why Athletes Choose This Program
- Absorb technical knowledge from a seasoned champion
- Build mental toughness and situational awareness
- Experience the art of Muay Thai in a private, focused setting
Sessions are designed and coached by Hakan Yildiz—World Champion Muay Thai fighter and veteran trainer. Programs can be adapted for first-timers, competitive fighters, or anyone serious about striking, athletics, and mental toughness.
Someone has to be the best at Muay Thai…
Will that be you?
Are you ready to become the best at the Art of Eight Limbs?
Is your hunger for greatness stronger than your excuses?
Hakan Yildiz PT Studio is open and ready to take you to the next level.
“Muay” translates to “boxing” in Thai, so Muay Thai is literally Thai boxing. Taking elements from Muay Boran, the traditional Thai martial arts, Muay Thai as a modern combat sport was first formalized in the early 20th century.
The sport was influenced by British boxing where codified rules and the boxing ring were put in place. During this period, fighters also moved from rope wraps to gloves and adopted a more structured competitive format.
Muay Thai is a stand-up striking sport with fighters throwing punches, elbows, knees, and kicks. Clinching, sweeps, and throws are integral, turning every exchange into a battle of timing, leverage, and toughness.
Beyond its eight points of contact, Muay Thai honors tradition through rituals like the Wai Kru Ram Muay, the Mongkon headpiece, and the rhythmic Sarama music accompanying each fight.
Muay Thai, can we crack the code?
There is no shortcut to mastering Muay Thai. Professional fighters in Thailand train twice a day, six days a week, and compete relentlessly from a young age.
Progress comes from repetition—drilling the same techniques until they are instinctive. Conditioning, running, and strength work are built into every day so fighters develop power, endurance, and resilience.
Trainers, known as Kru, guide every athlete. Their cues, pacing, and corrections must be trusted without question, even by champions.
Above all, showing up and giving everything in each session is non-negotiable. Consistency and effort are how you earn striking precision, fight IQ, and confidence inside the ring.
The Eight Weapons of Muay Thai
CHOK
Punches remain the most frequently used weapons in Muay Thai. Jabs, crosses, hooks, uppercuts, overhands, and spinning back fists are all delivered with full-body torque generated from the feet through the hips.
FANSOK
The elbow is a devastating tool. Fighters slice with horizontal elbows, drop vertical elbows, spin back, or leap in from range to cut and stop opponents with precision.
TEH
From powerful roundhouses to spinning and flying variations, Muay Thai kicks target legs, body, and head. Proper technique lets you chop, whip, and finish fights with a single strike.
KAO
Knees dominate close range, especially in the clinch. Fighters drive knees into the ribs, thighs, and head—jumping, switching, or faking to create knockout power.
TEEP
The push kick keeps opponents at bay, disrupts rhythm, or lands as a scoring strike. Whether thrown as a lead teep or rear foot launch, it reinforces balance and control of the ring.
YOK
Clinchwork defines elite Muay Thai. Controlling posture, off-balancing, and sweeping opponents not only score but also drain their energy while setting up knees and elbows.
Why Muay Thai Sticks With You
Calorie Burner
A typical Muay Thai session blends warm-ups, shadow boxing, drilling, heavy bag work, pad rounds, and strength finishers. Two hours can burn around 1,000 calories, making it an incredible way to lean out while sharpening skills.
Self Defense
Muay Thai teaches both offensive and defensive techniques honed for battlefield use. Elbows, knees, and push kicks create real stopping power, making it a practical and empowering self-defense system.
Mental Strength
Consistent training builds grit. Pushing through hard pad rounds, conditioning intervals, and sparring develops the mindset to stay composed under pressure inside and outside the ring.
Self-Confidence
As technique improves and the body transforms, athletes gain undeniable confidence. Mastery of complex combinations and clinch work shows that dedication pays off.
Endorphin Rush
High-intensity striking releases endorphins that boost mood and reduce stress. The post-training high leaves you energized and ready for whatever comes next.
Physical Strength
Muay Thai combines explosive striking, clinch control, and conditioning circuits that build full-body strength, balance, and coordination.
Lower Blood Pressure
Cardiovascular training inherent in Muay Thai supports heart health, reducing the risk of hypertension and keeping the circulatory system strong.
Social Life
Training partners quickly become teammates. Shared goals, hard rounds, and mutual accountability create a tight-knit community.
Easy to Learn
Muay Thai favors effective, straightforward movements over elaborate forms. Fundamental strikes are intuitive, letting you progress quickly with proper coaching.
It's Fun!
Modern Muay Thai mixes technical work with creative conditioning so every session is engaging. It’s one of the most rewarding ways to stay fit and learn a martial art.