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Full Itinerary for our Two-Week Muay Thai Boxing Tour
Dates for 2007: July 29 - August 11
Dates for 2008: March 16 – 29, August 03 - 16
Day 1
Arrive Bangkok international airport and transfer to the domestic terminal. Board a 50-minute flight to our neighbouring resort island Koh Samui to land at a tropical island paradise, in what has been described as the most beautiful airport in the world. You will be met at the airport by Horizon Camp staff. Ferry transfer to Koh Phangan Island and arrive at Horizon Thai Boxing Camp. Take the afternoon to soak up the island atmosphere.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 2
Orientation day: relax, explore the local area or take a dip in the warm sea. Afternoon: meet with instructors in the gym to discuss training objectives. There will be a light training session to help our instructors assess your abilities and for you to loosen up after the journey.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 3
Training day: Click through to see what makes up a typical Muay Thai training session.
7:30 – 10am Morning Muay Thai training session
4pm - 6pm Afternoon Muay Thai training session
If you are a beginner, in your first session you will learn basic Muay Thai footwork: how to move around while maintaining a strong guard to protect your body’s vulnerable targets. The basic punching techniques will be introduced: the straight punch, jab, uppercut and hook.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 4
Training day: You will practice the techniques you are familiar with in your shadow boxing warm-up. Today you will begin to learn how to kick while shadow boxing. Then move on to kicking practice with an instructor in the ring. Your instructor holds specials Thai pads and will teach you to kick while maintaining good balance, keeping your guard and observing correct footwork. Afternoon: continue kicking practice and learn how to block a kick.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 5
Training day: Kicking and foot thrusts. If you have developed a good kicking technique you may now begin to practice on the heavy bags. There will be a Thai language lesson in the evening. Our instructors speak English but to help preserve the art of Muay Thai in its original form it is important you try to learn the proper Thai terms for techniques and aspects of training.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 6
Training day: You will practice everything learned so far concentrating on footwork and stance. Remember to work on your weak side. Video night: learn by watching The Greats in action. Friday night party at Guy’s bar for those who want to let their hair down.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 7
Training free day: Visit the herbal steam sauna at Wat Po temple and receive an invigorating traditional Thai massage. Every Saturday night we heat up the coals for a massive seafood-BBQ.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 8
Training day: If you have already mastered a good basic kicking technique learning to throw the elbows and knees is quite easy. Elbow training, three styles. Fight night in the local town where you can cheer on competitors from Horizon Thai Boxing Camp.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 9
Training day: Knees. Today you might begin very light, slow sparring with your instructor practicing every technique you have learned so far. This is dynamic training. You will start to see the value of correct technique and begin to learn how to defend yourself. Your instructor will encourage you to use combinations of your offensive techniques during pad work right from the start. In the evening attend the internationally renowned Full Moon dance party on Haad Rin beach.
OVERNIGHT: Full Moon Party!
Day 10
Sleep late to recover from the party! Try to make it to afternoon training, not long left.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 11
Training day: Morning training is boxing only. This is essential training to develop a good eye and super quick reflexes. Remember that the fist is as important a weapon in Muay Thai as any other. At this stage you may have a good command of the basic Muay Thai techniques (good stance and footwork, you know how to punch, kick and push kick, and effectively use your knees and elbows to attack your opponent. Now you are ready to learn how to fight. In the afternoon you will learn a number of techniques to defend against a low kick.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 12
Training day: Learn to defend a kick or push kick aimed at your stomach or ribs. Hopefully by this time you will be training with a sparring partner. In the afternoon learn how to defend against head kicks.
OVERNIGHT: Horizon Thai Boxing Camp
Day 13
Training day: This is you last day of training. You must practice, practice, and practice. Techniques need to be repeated over and again in order to develop muscle memory, helping you to deploy techniques reflexively. Discuss future training possibilities with your instructors. Transfer to our neighboring island Koh Samui. Goodbye party in the evening.
OVERNIGHT: Hotel in Koh Samui
Day 14
Return flight to Koh Samui. Transfer to flight home. I bet you can’t believe it’s all over so quickly!
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Information on the two-week Muay Thai tour
Dates: March 07 – March 19, July 30 – August 12
Description: For those with limited time or budget our intensive fully catered two-week training holiday is the number one choice. Little time is wasted on travel, and flying to the south in comfort means you will retain all the energy you need to concentrate on your training. For those of you with experience in Muay Thai you can get stuck into training immediately. You will be surprised at how much you can learn in two weeks without too many other distractions. For beginners this two-week trip serves as the perfect introduction to the sport. As well as receiving authentic Muay Thai tuition you will have plenty of opportunities to explore the island. Enjoy an herbal steam sauna at the local temple and discover the invigorating benefits of traditional Thai massage. See our fighters compete at a local fight night and round off your active break in Thailand by dancing the night away at Koh Phangan’s internationally renowned Full Moon Party. Muay Thai training, combined with an enjoyable beach-side holiday in spectacular tropical surroundings, makes this a great choice for couples (even if one of you doesn’t want to train). I challenge you to find an all-inclusive action holiday at a better price.
Price per person: 35 000 Thai baht (approximately $855, £470, €670)
Price includes: Internal flights Bangkok – Koh Samui both ways; air-conditioned accommodation on Koh Samui; comfortable accommodation in detached fan rooms with private bathrooms and sea views at Horizon Thai Boxing Camp; comprehensive Muay Thai tuition (every day except Saturdays); all meals (Thai or western choices from extensive restaurant menu); tickets for fight night; all transfers and activities.
International flights: This price does not include international flights to Bangkok. You should buy your own flight tickets separately. Book your tickets as early as possible to get a good price. You should purchase flights to arrive in Bangkok on the first day of the tour (this may mean leaving from your home country on the previous day) and leave from Bangkok on the last. If you wish, we can arrange international flights and travel insurance for you at an extra cost. Prices depend on where you are flying from and how early you book. Contact us for details.
Discounts: We offer discounts for group bookings. Contact us for details.
Booking: You can secure your place on the tour at any time by completing a tour booking form and sending it to us along with 10 000 Thai baht (approximately $245, £135, €195) non-refundable deposit per person. Final payments for the tour are due at least 10 weeks before the tour is due to start, in this case before May 20, 2006.
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Note: The itinerary outlined above is not set in stone. It is designed to provide a specific idea of the kinds of activities available to you during the tour and the scope of tuition offered. In particular, the Muay Thai training schedule is not rigid. Your own Muay Thai program will be tailored by our instructors to suit your abilities and expectations. Different people progress at different rates and until the basic skills are mastered and a good level of fitness reached it is inappropriate to attempt a more advanced regime. On the other hand, if you are already in good shape and have some experience, you will quickly progress to more advanced techniques and training. For the purposes of this guide I assume you are a Muay Thai beginner, in fairly good shape with a strong sporting background. The atmosphere at the camp is relaxed and informal. Apart from training sessions your time is not heavily structured. You are not obligated to participate in every group activity and you may order meals from the restaurant at any time that suits you. There will be plenty of opportunities for you to do your own thing and no penalties for missed training sessions.
Eligibility: Our two-week Muay Thai tour is open to complete beginners and seasoned fighters alike. Women are very welcome. People of all ages may participate though under-17s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. You do not need to be very fit, but you should be in a reasonable state of health. It is no problem if you are overweight unless this seriously affects your mobility. The better shape you are in on arrival, the quicker you are likely to develop new skills.
Visas: Most nationalities are granted a free 30-day on arrival to Thailand, so there is probably no need for you to apply for a tourist visa in advance.
Immunizations: There are no required vaccinations for entry into Thailand. Make an appointment with your doctor at least six weeks before you are due to travel to discuss recommendations. Bangkok, Koh Samui and Koh Phangan are considered to be free from risk of malaria. There is no need for you to take anti-malarial medicines. Make sure you are properly protected from tetanus, typhoid, cholera, polio, diphtheria and hepatitis A.
