Mainland Southeast Asia martial arts

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"Muay" redirects here. For the Laotian activist, see Houayheuang Xayabouly.

The traditional

Burma, was established by Tibeto-Burman speakers.[2] For 200 years, Pagan remained a small principality until the reign of King Anawrahta.[3] In 1238 A.D., Thailand's first state, Sukhothai, was started when the residents declared independence from the Khmer Empire. In 1353 A.D., Laos's first state, Lan Xang, was started by Fa Ngum with the assistance of the Khmer from Angkor.[4]

Myanmar

Further information: Lethwei
Lethwei fight

Thaing (

martial systems of Myanmar. There are three main generation of Thaing in Myanmar, named "Kanbawza" "Inwa" and "Yamanya". Burmese martial arts include bando, banshay, naban, shan gyi and Lethwei
:

Lethwei or Burmese boxing. A traditional style of striking with headbutts, kicks, punches, knee and elbow strikes.[5]

Naban is the traditional form of wrestling from Myanmar. Originally based on Indian wrestling, it is practiced primarily in rural areas. Naban is especially popular among the Himalayan tribes. The Chin and Kachin people are both known for their skilled wrestlers. Techniques include joint locks, strikes to pressure points, and chokeholds.

Cambodia

Main articles:
Kbachkun Dambong-Veng, and Khmer traditional wrestling

Cambodian culture, not only as a martial art but also in rituals dedicated to local deities and festive events. These occasions often incorporate traditional elements like dance, music, and traditional medicine. Bokator symbolises Cambodia's cultural, social, and religious values and enjoys a broad following across age, gender, education, and social status.[6]

martial art from Cambodia. In Khmer the word pradal means fighting or boxing and serey means free. Originally used for warfare, pradal serey is now one of Cambodia's national sports. Its moves have been slightly altered to comply with the modern rules. The martial art was turned into a sport when French colonists arrived and added components of Western boxing
such as a boxing ring, boxing gloves, weight classes and timed rounds.

pradal serey
.

Khmer traditional wrestling is a folk wrestling style from Cambodia. It has been practiced as far back as the Angkor period and is depicted on the bas-reliefs of certain temples. The earliest form of Khmer traditional wrestling was called Maloyuth. Maloyuth was created in 788 A.D. by Brahmin Timu.[7] It evolved to the current form of wrestling, Cham Bab, in the 8th century. Although predominantly a male sport today, Khmer wrestling was once practiced by both sexes as female wrestlers are also displayed on the Banteay Srei temple.

Laos

Main article: Muay Lao

2009 Southeast Asian Games in Vientiane
.

Malaysia

Main article: Muay Thai

Trengganu, and especially Kelantan
.

Thailand

Main articles:
Krabi krabong
Further information: Muay Thai
Muay Thai Foot-thrust (Thip)

martial arts of Thailand prior to the introduction of modern equipment and rules in the 1930s. It is the predecessor of modern Muay Thai
or Thai boxing.

Muay Thai (Thai: มวยไทย, RTGS: muai thai, pronounced [mūa̯j thāj]; lit. 'Thai boxing') is the Thai style of striking with strong emphasis on kicks, punches, knee and elbow strikes.[8]

daab song mue
) are wielded as a pair. Unarmed krabi-krabong (muay boran) makes use of kicks, pressure point strikes, joint locks, holds, and throws.

Vietnam

Main article: Vietnamese martial arts

Chams or indigenous Vietnamese. Qwan Ki Do and Vovinam are prominent modern Vietnamese martial arts.[9]

References

  1. ^ Johnson, D., & Young, D. (Producers), & Mose, C. (Director). (2020). Cambodia's Temple Kingdom | The Mark Of Empire | Angkor [Film]. CNA Insider.
  2. ^ "Myanmar - Pyu State, Ancient Cities, Irrigation | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  3. ^ Johnson, D., Young, D., & Shapudin, N. (Producers), & Mose, C. (Director). (2020). Myanmar's Unifying Kingdom | The Mark Of Empire | Bagan [Film]. CNA Insider.
  4. ^ "Laos - French Colonialism, Communist Revolution, Mekong River | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  5. ^ Calderon, Justin (23 September 2014). "Punches, headbutts, knockouts: Asia's 'new' martial arts sensation". CNN.
  6. ^ "Kun Lbokator, traditional martial arts in Cambodia". unesco.org.
  7. ^ "The Kingdom's oldest wrestling form grapples with fading interest". April 7, 2017 – via Phnom Penh Post.
  8. ^ "Get in shape at a Thai kickboxing camp". USA Today. 2008-10-15. Retrieved 2010-12-07.
  9. ^ Green 2010, p. 549.
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