Rules of Professional Thai Boxing or Muay Thai

Muay Thai i.e. Thai boxing is a professional game in Thailand. This is a national form of martial art in Thailand. In this type of boxing the boxers use bare hands. In Thailand, there is a tradition to arrange Muay Thai matches in various festivals. In today’s world the game has worldwide prominence. Several clubs have been established to promote Muay Thai in many countries. The memebers also try to teach the tricks of the game properly and for that purpose they have established many training centers. Recently Muay Thai has received much public support and that is why boxing stadiums have been established in almost every province. It is an important business that will boost the nation’s economy and bring fame to the country.

In modern society the scenario is always changing. So, in order to keep pace with this change the rules and regulations of this Muay Thai boxing are always being updated. The original rules are still there as they cannot be ignored. Presently Muay Thai has also become popular in many other countries. In those countries stadiums and other boxing equipments are invented individually. Muay Thai is believed to be national Thai heritage by the Ratchadamnoen Stadium. But this game is unique to Thailand and that is the reason why it should be protected. There is a basis of further development where many of the countries can achieve the goal and that is why it is constantly upgrading it and improving it in a nice way. There are written guidelines which should be followed in order to play the game correctly. The guidelines can be sometimes altered according to the team’s consent. In all the stadiums you will get the printed guidelines which are constantly upgraded for betterment of the game.

Muay Thai boxing ring in Thailand

Muay Thai is very famous sports that are enjoyed by almost every Thai people. You can get some boxing rings that are very popular. Some criteria should be maintained to have a good Muay Thai boxing ring. Muay Thai usually happens in a square shaped ring which is placed at 4 ft above the ground. The length of the ring should be between 19ft i.e. 5.70 meters and 27 ft i.e. 8.20 meters. Four ropes formed the ring. The ropes must not more than 24 ft i.e. 7.30 meters or less than 16ft i.e. 4.90 meters. Each of the ropes should not be less than three fourth inch i.e. 2 centimeters in diameter. These are supported at the four corners by posts. These ropes are covered by linen sponge or soft leather and that’s a rule. This is done to save the boxers from injury. These are placed tight at 1, 2, 2 and 4 ft above the floor of the ring. The heights are 3.30, 0.60, 0.90, and 1.20 meters respectively.

The floor space can be extended from the ring space by the measurement of 3 ft i.e. 90 centimeters. The space should be cushioned with very soft cloth or corkboards. This is done to at least 1 inch i.e. 2.50 cm. thickness. This is done to prevent injury. One restricted area is there which is extended towards the ring for 3 ft i.e. 90 cms. This is done on all sides especially for personnel judges, time keeper, doctor, and other officials. The stadium manager will look after the thing.

There are some equipment that are used in Muay Thai fight. These are usually provided by the stadium. These are a signal gong, boxing gloves of various sizes according to the rules, a stopwatch, a warning bell, and equipment to provide water for boxers. Some of the additional accessories are surgical tape, boxing shorts in red or blue, jock straps, or sacred cords.

Karting in Thailand

In Thailand, karting is available everywhere including Pattaya, Bangkok, Hua Hin, Chiang Mai, Rayong, and Nakhorm Ratchasima. Most of these tracks have different circuit layouts of different complexity and as also length. Even children can enjoy some of the karts as they are specifically made for them. But you should be careful of your children and follow the safety rules. RCA plaza Bangkok is famous for having the biggest indoor go-karting in the world. It started in April 2004. This is the first go-karting arena in Thailand while in Asia this is the third. The go-kart stadium is open daily from Monday to Thursday but the timings are different on all days. The entrance fee is 390 Baht which include the racing suits, go-karts, helmets and other racing accessories.

In the Royal town of Hua Hin, there is a professional, exciting and also safe go-karting stadium. You can enjoy the game with your grown up children. The stadium is located in the main road opposite to the Hua Hin airport. The whole 700 m track is fully surrounded by palm trees and mountains. Go-karts in Hua Hin offer 6hp Junior Karts, 13hp NKT Senior Karts and 6hp NKT Two seater karts. Championship tournaments are also organized where ROC lap timing equipments are used to time the rides. And when you are tired of driving away to glory at mind numbing speeds food and refreshments are available in the stadium where you can relax a bit. This is open everyday from morning 10.30 to evening 7. Prices are different for different segments like 350 baht Junior Kart, 450 baht for senior kart and 400 baht for two seater kart.

Pattaya also has a great facility for sports lovers. Pattaya kart speedway was the first rental kart circuit and exists for past ten years. There are three tracks to choose from. These are mainly designed to enhance thrills on different surfaces. These tracks suit all the persons with different skill sets.

Activities and sports at Koh Samui

Koh Samui is famous for many things. Other than lovely beaches there are many things which can keep you busy in the city. Water sports around Samui Island are very interesting. You can also enjoy these with your children if you have any. Animal shows, jungle tours and boat trips are really enthralling. While on vacation, you should think of living your life fullest and all these adventure can attract you more towards it. Diving, snorkeling, boating, rowing, etc. are the available water sports at Koh Samui but you can also go for swimming if you really want to get wet. If you don’t like to swim in the sea there is other option for you. You can get swimming pools in almost all the hotels. Jet skis are available for renting at Chaweng and Lamai Beach. Speedboats are also available for hire at Petcharat marina on Big Buddha beach.

Snorkeling trips are offered to offshore islands of the national marine park. Again at Shambala Beach Bungalow resort, thrill rides are offered by Hammerhead Marine. These thrill rides are one in super fast ‘Thundercats’. Motor boats and sailing craft to cruise are available on rent.

There are also adventures for dry lands. In Koh Samui, you can ride the quad bikes through the jungle. This is a professional shooting range. At this place you can fire off rounds from an original AK 47. Near the famous Reggae Pub, there is a bungee catapult set up on a crane. Go carting is also available in Chaweng and Mae Nam. All these facilities are managed properly. These are at international standards. But keep one thing in mind when you are going to adventurous sports, check the safety procedure as anything can happen at anytime.

Thai Chess-Make your move right...

From the earliest days chess has been the game for the people with brains. Thai people love to sort out all problems with brains and thus chess is their favorite game. We can say big things come in small packages. Thai people are best example of this proverb. Thai chess is the favorite hobby for most of the Thai people. People of any ages can play this game. Thai chess is a little more complicated than the normal chess I mean the world chess. But playing Thai chess is obviously a great challenge to most of the people. To play this game you need to have a composed brain and a cool head.

Thai chess has several differences than other chess. The only similarity lies in the moves of the ‘knight’. In Thai language it is called as ‘Ma’ i.e. ‘Horse’. Board size is usually 8 x 8. The board set up is same but the white Khun are facing the black Met. The pieces are set up from left to right. Namely Rua, Ma, Khon, Khun, Met, Khon, Ma, Rua. The Bia is placed on the third position in sixth row which is also dissimilar to world chess.

The movement of Khun can be explained as it can move one square in each of the directions. This is the most important one which can never die as because with the Khun’s death the game will come to an end. Khon or Bishop can move one square diagonally in each direction an also one square straight forward. Khon is usually used to save Khun. Sometimes it is more useful than knight or ma at the end. Met or queen can always move diagonally in each direction but the movement is for only one square. Ma can move whose action is similar to that of knight in world chess. Rua can also move and work just as rook in world chess. It can be proved as powerful if you are still having it till the end.

Rafting at White water in Thailand

Your Thailand tour is incomplete without experiencing rafting adventure through the Northern tropical mountains at Thailand Rivers. You can enjoy the exotic rain forest and tribal villages while your way to this exciting sport. The remote areas of northern Thailand will come across the way one after another to your journey. You have to go alongside of the Burmese border and mountains en route. You can also enjoy the winds of Mae Taeng River in the canyons and valleys and meet the Chao Praya before reaching Gulf of Thailand.

Mae Taeng Valley is itself a tourist spot and known for hill tribals such as Lahu, Lisu, Karen, Meow and Chan. The place is also known for preserving domestic elephants and wildlife animals. It will take one and half hours to reach Mae Taeng Valley from Chiang Mai downtown. The place is full of greenery, lush jungle, hill tribes, wildlife and many more. You can merge your white water rafting event with the Kayaking adventure tours and enjoy the local tribal life of Thailand.

During your white water river rafting you have to camp at the river and stay in the jungle at times. This is a true jungle experience one can have and keep that in frame for the life. You can enjoy your excursion trek to the hills to watch the tribal life closely. Elephant trek can also be on the card apart from white water river rafting. The full moon rafting is another exotic experience for the participants. The rafting organizers ensure the utmost security level for the paddlers. Even if you the first timer, they take a separate care for you. Prior to your rafting experience they organize a rafting safety talks to make you understand the do’s and don'ts during your rafting. They demonstrate different paddling styles to you.

Golf in Thailand

The introduction of Golf is Thailand is an old good story. 100 years ago during the reign of King Rama V golf was first introduced to Thailand. Previously golf was known as royal game and only the elite members of high society were entitled to take the pleasure of playing the game. Since then the scenario has changed a lot and now a days golf is extremely popular in Thailand. The reputation of the game has escalated a lot. Both local Thai people and visitors take equal interest in this game. There are some exciting golf courses present in Thailand. These attract lot of tourists from different parts.

Every year around four lakhs foreign gold players come to the city to enjoy the royalness of the game. This game in Thailand has become a huge local industry where new courses are regularly produced. Because of golf the country earns more than eight billion baht per year. Presently the prominence of this game has increased in such an amount that the other countries has given the name ‘The Golf Capital of Asia’ to Thailand. In all over Thailand more than two hundred golf courses are there to entertain the golfers. All these courses are of international standards. Some of the courses are created and also designed by famous persons such as Arnold Palmer, Seve Ballesteros, Nick Faldo, Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman and Gary Player.

Many famous golfers of the country are originally from Thailand. Thongchai Jaidee is Thailand’s most successful golfers. He has already won many international tournaments. Some other Thai golfers who have won international awards are Boonchu Ruangjit and Prayad Marksaeng.

In Thailand you can play golf throughout the whole year. There are excellent drainage system so that in rainy season also i.e. from June to October, the players do not face any problem. In hot season i.e. in the month of March and April the time is best for playing it. At this time the players easily get suntan which is enviable to many persons. In cold season i.e. from November to February is regarded as the freshest time for the golf players.