From Andy at Lanna (
www.lannamuaythai.com)
"Fighting in Thailand, is for many people from beginners upwards, part of the reason for visiting and training in Thailand. And yes, we can arrange fights for most people up to about 75 kg and though we always do our best to ensure a balanced match up it is often difficult where beginners are concerned, as most Thais over 16 who are fighting have had considerable experience already. Having said this if you truly want to experience the fight and are sure in your heart then a good month or two at the most of training and you will be ready for your first fight. The first fight is not about winning or losing but it is about testing you heart (or mettle as others would say) and about learning and understanding just how much more training and hard work you will need to apply to become good at this! The Thais attitude towards fighting is of making a good fight and not taking unfair advantage of the lesser opponent, though beware anyone who steps into the ring with a bad attitude! And also remember this is a fight and even beginners can be dangerous and hurt each other so do not take it lightly and be prepared for some hard knocks or else do not get into the ring in the first place. And in most cases, win or lose, it is going to hurt, a lot!"
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