Introduction

Hello my name is Ian Davies I am chief instructor here at Falmouth Thai Boxing Club, here's a bit of info about us:

 In the early years we were based in the Fit Pit gym  in Falmouth in the town centre.  I myself still regularly (as do a lot of my students) use the Fit Pit on a weekly basis for weights and cardio, I think its the best value gym in the area for serious training, give Matt a call on (01326) 312082.  Recetly the club moved to its present location at Western Terrace.

The main and core style of the club is Muay Thai (Thai Boxing). Thai Boxing can be superb for fitness, flexability, confidence building, self protection as well as giving students oportunity to compete in the ring at either semi contact or full contact level (more specifics can be found on the 'FAQ ' page of this site).

We also teach MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and although this isn't our main area there are huge benefits in learning how to survive on the ground and utilise effective techniques from various arts. No matter how good you are on your feet if you end up on the ground it can really put a spanner in the works as I found out.

 I discovered MMA about eight years ago after a training session with a very good  local friend. I was at the gym on the mats back to back with him and was not really to worried about having a 'roll' with him.  Within seconds I was tapping out (tapping the partner or mat to say basically your out of options and finished) second time around I thought I would try harder,  within thirty seconds I was tapping again, and so this repetitive cycle went on for half hour or so.  Now this was a huge reality check, a wake up call. I had to get my head into this stuff and my friend also being a gifted  MMA coach and technician started enlightening me on the ground game (Cheers Afz). Thats where my MMA training started.

I also teach realistic Self protection/Self defence and on this subject I never sell people short (Note - we do take your personal safety serious,  don't fall for a lot of the nonsense which is currently taught out there).

I teach various aspects regarding Self Protection and there are many aspects but huge part of self protection is.
Not getting into the situation in the first place.

Using your awareness.

Spotting Warning/Danger signs.
Escape.
Avoidance. Etc .

For more information please visit the Self Protection page.

On finishing let me say you will definitely be given a warm welcome if you come and train with us at Falmouth Thai. We welcome other martial artist's of all levels, styles as we all learn off each other.

Safety is Paramount in all classes and when teaching a good warm up, stretch and warmdown is a key part, also qualified firsts aiders are always present. It is also important to inform us of any medical conditions you may or may not have. The training will be hard in the regular classes (and a lot easier in the beginner's class) but you will certainly reap the benefits and  there is NO Intimidation or Inflated Egos. Its vital  to me that new students don't feel at all intimidated and feel as relaxed as possible. I make a point of getting my senior students to interact with all levels so people soon get to know each other.