Kongsak Sitboonmee vs Nong - O Gaiyanghadao (video)

 Here's a pretty competitive fight from Lumpinee. Kongsak is among the southpaw elite with a wicked left kick. It's no secret that left handed fighters throw their strongest shots from the left, and in Muay Thai, the left swing kick is one of those weapons that can be a game breaker. You'll notice that the shots from the left side line up perfectly against an orthodox opponent's body positioning.

Nong O is an accomplished fighter himself, though. At this level of competition, the southpaw opponent doesn't rattle him.

Songkran is upon us! Sawadee Pii Mai!!

Songkran (Thai new year) is upon us!

Sawadee Pii Mai!! (Happy New Year)

Info here: http://songkran2013.com/category/what-is-songkran-festival/ 

In Thailand, the water festival gets pretty wet, with people super soaking each other in the streets.

Last year, we celebrated by hosting an out door class that involved some water balloon tag relay racing. Yes, you read that right. Since our Canadian weather has decided to grace us with snow, we won't be doing any of that this year.

Instead, enjoy this photo collage of last year's fun from Stef Bernaudo:

and a video of course:



In addition, our family at Siam no 1 will be hosting an event with food and exhibitions for Songkran:
http://www.facebook.com/events/627749103909304/

 

and last but not least (!):  Our friend G from Hamilton Muay Thai, who's been beasting it out in our classes is going to be participating in an exhibition at TKMT as well!

Pornsanae Sitmonchai vs Palangtip Nor Sripung (videos)

This one has been passed around on facebook quite a bit. Pornsanae is known for being a banger...he comes out hard and fast with flurries of punches and low kicks. It's interesting to see Palangtip try to deal with and neutralize him.

Inspiration: Muay Thai fighter Laurie Cahill not slowing down

Photo by William Mason Photography

"Usually when someone describes their 32-year history in the martial arts, it is because they are retiring. Such is not the case with Laurie Cahill, who is just coming off of a big win from her fight with Friday Night Fights Muay Thai in NYC.
Laurie is fifty-two.

Did you hear me? FIFTY-TWO! Her peers are grandparents! Shopping for hip replacements! Sneaking senior discounts at McDonalds! Complaining about children on their lawns! And Laurie is punching people in the face in public for fun."


Read the entire article here:  http://hackenblog.wordpress.com/2013/03/20/muay-thai-fighter-laurie-cahill-not-slowing-down/

Ole Kiatoneway vs Matee Jedeepitak (video)

Kru Jen mentioned this fight a while ago in class. The footwork of Ole vs the power of Matee. Enjoy!

2013 T SHIRT Pre orders! Get yours now!

YMT, You asked for T-Shirts and Tank Tops!!
Here is your pre-order:
$20 to pre-order $25 after deadline.
 
To pre order please email info@yorkmuaythai.com with your sizes and colour selections.

Signs ups and Volunteers!

Hi everyone. There are a lot of things going on at the gym that will requiere sign ups. See what you're interested in, then sign up at the front of the gym.

1. Jungle Training:
Strength and Conditioning with Ken Sylvan coming to YMT every Sunday. Expect to train and do things most people won't do.  Pushing up your lactate levels will burn, but you will like what you see in the end.



2. York University flyer blitz:

Kru Jen is looking for a team of about 12-15 people to help me flyer blast York University once per week for the month of April. Please contact her ASAP if you are interested in helping. 

3. Volunteers for YMT's 3 year Anniversary Party!

Help needed for our big event on May 4th! Set up, handling food, clean up etc...Find the sign up sheet at the front of the gym on the cork board!