Travel Bucket List: #2 Muay Thai in Thailand

Status: Completed

Idea Origin

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<p><a href=”https://vimeo.com/3609760″>Dhani Tackles The Globe – Thailand Preview</a> from <a href=”https://vimeo.com/travelchanneltv”>TravelChannelTV</a> on <a href=”https://vimeo.com”>Vimeo</a>.</p>

Why is this goal important:

This goal originated from a travel channel show Dhani tackles the globe. It follows an NFL linebacker Dhani Jones around the world as he tries different sports. Already a professional athlete he adapts to new sports almost instantly.

The one episode that always stood out to me was the very first episode where Dhani attempts Muay Thai in Bangkok, Thailand. The comradre of the Muay Thai team, the vibrant and colourful culture of Thailand, the grit and excitement of the sport itself; I was hooked. It compelled me enough that I HAD to experience this first hand for myself.

I recognized that I was in my mid 20’s and my athletic prowess would diminish over the years. It was best to do now rather than put off for later, so I decided to act fast.

It was after all a once in a lifetime experience.

How did I prepare to achieve it: 

A quick google search led me to Tiger Muay Thai.

What I expected:

The experience:

What I learned: