The ancient art of Kickboxing
Kickboxing originated in ancient Thailand around about the thirteenth century AD where it became the national sport.
Known as Muay Thai to enthusiasts, the early participants included the Thai King Pha Chao Sua who is reputed to have passed himself off as a commoner in order to indulge his passion for the sport.
So keen was he on the physical benefits of Muay Thai that he insisted that his army be trained in the techniques of the art.
Martial Arts is an all-embracing term to denote the study and practice of techniques to either defeat another or defend against a physical threat.