Sitsiam Camp News/Blog
2,000 Buddhai Swan Students Stand Ready to Defend Thailand Once Again:
Buddhai Swan (Wat Phutthai Swan) was built by the first king of Ayutthaya, King U-Thong (King Ramathibodi) Rama I in 1353.
The temple/school became famous for its teachings of Krabi Krabong, the Thai weapons art.
Thailand's most famous Warrior Kings, King Naresuan "The Great", King Ekathotsarot who was King Naresuan's brother and one of Thailand's most celebrated monarchs, King Taksin "The Great" were all students of Buddhai Swan.
King Naresuan and King Taksin were known as the saviours of Thailand. On many occasions these Warrior Kings fought against overwhelming odds to lead their soldiers to victory thereby keeping the Kingdom of Thailand free.
Thailand is one of the few countries in the world that has never been occupied by a foreign force, and one could say that it is because of the fighting spirit of the Thai nation and Buddhai Swan.
Today there is a conflict between Thailand and Cambodia where once again Buddhai Swan's students has part of the Royal Thai Army stand ready to defend their beloved country.
This has all been possible because of one man's desire to keep Buddhai Swan alive. Our Father Teacher "Por Kru" Samai Masamarn (1914-1998) dedicated his life to the preservation of the Thai martial arts and the Buddhai Swan "Brotherhood".
Sitsiam Camp/Buddhai Swan here in England are very proud to be representatives of Buddhai Swan and to be a part of this unique heritage.
SITSIAM CAMP FACE BOOKArtwork by AKSE
AKSE p19, the Manchester graffiti artist completes a stunning piece of art at the Sitsiam Camp. The portrait is of Kru Steven Moore, instructor at the Sitsiam Camp.
Click below to watch the Thai Martial Arts short film.
Thai Martial Arts, Muay Thai (Thai Boxing), Muay Boran (Traditional Thai Boxing) and Krabi Krabong (Thai Weapons Art).
This short film is testament to the past and present Teachers who dedicated their lives to preserving the Thai Martial Arts.
It is important that todays generation of teachers preserve the "Thainess" of the art with all the rituals and culture associated with Thailand, the birthplace of the Thai Martial Arts.
Training in Thailand
Tracking the Warrior Tour .
The trip will be organised for The end of October/November, 2025.
Please pick up your booking form from our reception or click the link. Booking Form.
Nowadays, there are many training in Thailand trips available for Thai Boxing enthusiasts wishing to undergo the rigours of training in an authentic Thai Boxing Camp.
The Tracking the Warrior Tour is so much more!
Students will have the opportunity to train in their chosen disciplines of the Thai Martial Arts, not just Muay Thai but also Muay Boran and Krabi krabong.
Aside training, students will be able to visit many of the historical places which are synonymous with the Thai Martial Arts, they will learn about the history of the warrior Kings of Siam and other Thai heroes which have been an essential part in the development of the Thai Martial Arts.
Finally, Students will be taught about the history and culture of this fascinating country, as I believe to fully understand and appreciate the Thai Martial Arts students should understand the history and culture behind them.
With over 35 years experience in travelling to Thailand.
Click the link above the book your trip of lifetime
