Kickboxing

MUAY THAI

Muay Thai, or Thai Boxing, is the national sport of Thailand and one of the most respected and dynamic striking arts in the world. Known as the “Art of Eight Limbs,” Muay Thai combines punches, kicks, elbows, and knees with catches, sweeps, and clinch techniques — making it a complete and powerful system of combat.

Deeply rooted in tradition and spirituality, Muay Thai remains a highly disciplined and culturally rich art, often accompanied by ceremonial music and rituals that honour respect, resilience, and dedication.

For practitioners, Muay Thai offers no margin for error — its dynamic nature and full-body approach demand precision, timing, and focus. It’s both an exciting sport to watch and an incredible way to build strength, endurance, and mental toughness.

At Nam Yang Brighton, our coaches regularly travel to Thailand to train with elite fighters and coaches, continually refining their skills and bringing authentic Muay Thai training back to our students.

K1 KICKBOXING

K1 is one of the world’s most popular and exciting forms of kickboxing, combining punches, kicks, and knees in a fast-paced, high-energy style. Known for its aggressive intensity and spectacular action, K1 has produced some of the greatest fighters in kickboxing history.

Originally founded in Japan, the sport quickly gained international popularity, becoming a global phenomenon through major organisations such as One FC, Glory Kickboxing, K1 Max, and Enfusion. Fighters from the Netherlands, Japan, Eastern Europe, Thailand, and the Middle East have long dominated the scene, while the UK continues to produce exceptional talent.

At Nam Yang Brighton, our coaches regularly travel to the Netherlands to train with some of the world’s leading K1 coaches and fighters — ensuring our team stays at the forefront of technique, strategy, and training methods.

Whether you’re inspired by the sport’s global legends or simply looking for an intense and rewarding challenge, K1 Kickboxing offers a powerful blend of athleticism, precision, and spirit.

SAVATE

Savate, also known as Savate Boxe Française, is a unique system of kickboxing and self-defence that originated in France. Renowned for its intricate footwork, precise striking, and elegant kicking techniques, Savate stands out as one of the most technical and refined forms of combat sport.

Unlike other kickboxing styles, Savate practitioners wear footwear, adding a distinctive element of skill and control to the art. The style blends grace and power, making it both beautiful to watch and highly effective in practice.

Nam Yang is proud to be the only club on the South Coast teaching Savate Kickboxing. Our classes follow a structured and logical grading system, allowing students to progress at their own pace — ideal for self-development, fitness, and confidence building.

Fast, dynamic, and tactical, Savate challenges practitioners to master angles, distance, and precision. Few martial arts can rival its sophistication in movement and footwork.

SAN DA

San Da, also known as Sanshou, is a dynamic combat sport originating from China that combines punches, kicks, sweeps, and throws. Fighters can strike, catch kicks, and execute takedowns, making it a complete and fluid striking system.

San Da is an excellent choice for those looking to bridge the gap into MMA, as it transitions seamlessly from stand-up striking to wrestling-style takedowns.

Although it often flies under the radar, San Da is an exciting and fast-paced spectator sport that deserves greater recognition. I

nternational amateur competitions are governed by the International Wushu Federation (IWUF), while in the UK they are overseen by the British Council for Chinese Martial Arts (BCCMA). Competitors can take part under both lightand full-contact rules, with professional San Da fights also held around the world.