How George Hickman Aims to Globalize Thai MMA
With the distinction of having trained Thailand’s first and only UFC fighter, George Hickman knows a thing or two about Thai MMA. Hickman came to Thailand in 2014 intending to make his way up the ranks as a professional fighter. He soon transitioned to coaching and hasn’t looked back since. As a co-owner at Bangtao […]
Bangtao Spotlight | Madeline Noonan’s Knockout Comeback on 5 Days’ Notice
This week’s Bangtao Spotlight is on Madeline Noonan, who showcased incredible resilience and skill by securing a knockout victory in a boxing match she accepted on just five days’ notice. Despite the short preparation time and facing a visibly larger opponent, Noonan managed to stay composed and deliver a stellar performance. From the opening bell, […]
Bangtao Fighters Ready for Battle at Patong Stadium
Two Bangtao Muay Thai fighters are set to step into the ring this Tuesday, September 19, at Patong Stadium. First up is James Fraser, the Scottish standout who will be competing in his ninth bout since joining Team Bangtao. Fraser is making the cut down to 68kg for the first time to face Till Spring. […]
Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA Welcomes New Coaches and Sponsored Athletes to the Team!
While this week is a quiet one with regards to fights, Bangtao has exciting news with regard to adding new members to both the sponsored athletes and the official coaching staff! With the team extending a warm welcome this week to the Livesey family, with Owen officially signing on and breaking the news that he […]
Bangtao Spotlight | Assane: 3 Fights in 2 Weeks
This week, we’re spotlighting one of Bangtao’s rising stars, Assane Timur Sall, who’s gearing up for a whirlwind two weeks of competition with two amateur MMA events and three full-contact fights within seven days. Assane’s first challenge kicks off this weekend in Bali, Indonesia, on August 31st at the Road to CFN event, where he’ll […]
Bangtao Athletes Set to Dominate Road to CFN in Bali, While ADCC Thailand Brings Grappling Action to Phuket
This weekend on August 31st, four Bangtao athletes are heading to Bali, Indonesia, to compete in the Road to CFN, a platform designed to help amateurs break into Bali’s pro fight league, Canggu Fight Night (CFN). The event features four-man tournaments in each weight class. Representing Bangtao, Tor, Toby McNerlin, Assane Sall, and Jonathan “Guns” […]
Building Resilience: How Training in a Tropical Climates like Thailand Can Toughen Your Mind and Body
Everyone remembers their first day of training in Thailand. They either get nauseous, temporarily give up, or feel like they’ve gone into complete shock as they walk away from the gym drenched in a gallon of sweat. The reason they feel lightheaded and that their legs can’t support them? Their bodies have yet to acclimatize […]
The Soul of Muay Thai: The Significance of Wai Kru and Ram Muay
Muay Thai, Thailand’s national sport that dates all the way back to the 13th century, is deeply steeped in tradition and cultural heritage. Known for its deadly elbows, knees, and crushing kicks, “the art of eight limbs” also has a more delicate side, embodied by the evocative Wai Kru. As the sport has permeated the […]
Learn About Bangtao’s New Kids BJJ Classes
Since Bangtao opened in 2022, getting more kids into the gym has been a top priority. We are thrilled and filled with anticipation as we announce that, on 19 August 2024, we will launch a Brazilian jiu-jitsu program for children and youth. The program will offer classes in three different age groups, three times a […]
Top 10 Benefits of BJJ for Kids
There are countless benefits to training in martial arts, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu is no different. The sport has long been known to relieve stress, foster community, enhance problem-solving skills, develop mental discipline, and promote humility, to name a few. It creates a common ground for people to come together and do something positive. All these […]