Muay Lao (Lao: ມວຍລາວ, lit. "Lao boxing") is a combat sport from Laos based on ancient Lao martial arts. [1] . It incorporates punches, kicks, elbow, and knee strikes. It can be traced back to the 15th century [2] when it was used for military combat during the Lan Xang dynasty.

Muay Lao, but also Muay in general, is known as the ‘art of eight limbs’, referring to the eight points of contact a boxer can use to strike the opponent. Allowed are punches, kicks, elbows and knee strikes and clinching techniques.

Oct 12, 2023 · Muay Lao is the traditional kickboxing martial art of Laos. The term “Muay” has its origin in the Sanskrit word “mavya”, which means “boxing”. This martial art has deep historical roots in Southeast Asia, sharing a common ancestry with other traditional kickboxing styles from Southeast Asian countries, such as Muay Thai from Thailand.

Walter Sarnoi Oupathana (born June 23, 1986) [1] is a Lao-American professional boxer. He represented Laos at the 2021 Asian Boxing Championships held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, at the 2021 AIBA World Boxing Championships held in Belgrade, Serbia and, at the 2022 Asian Games held in Hangzhou Gymnasium, Hangzhou, China. [2]

Mar 8, 2023 · In this video, we delve into the world of Muay Lao and explore its origins, techniques, and cultural significance. Is it a form of Thai Boxing or a distinct martial art? Join us as we uncover...

Nov 27, 2023 · Muay Lao is a captivating combat sport from Laos, known for its dynamic mix of striking and clinching techniques. Unlike its more famous cousin, Muay Thai, Muay Lao boasts unique movements and a distinct style, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of Laos.

Oct 7, 2013 · Explained my Muay Lao trainer, Adjarn Ngern, at the national kick boxing stadium in Vientiane, Lao. In Tae Kwan Do and a lot of other kicking arts, the right hand comes down when you kick. This is the moment when a good boxer should step in and punch the kicker in the face.

Sep 26, 2018 · Muay Lao - Famous Laos Sport of Boxing. Muay Lao or traditional Lao boxing is an ancestral art that has the reputation of being one of the most violent fist-fist disciplines (French boxing, American boxing, English boxing, kickboxing). The fighting takes place according to a fascinating ritual.

LaoBoxingFederation, Vientiane, Laos. 706 likes. ສະຫະພັນມວຍສາກົນແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ ( Lao Boxing Federation )

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