The Wai Kru/Ram Muay
The Ram Muay is a ritual dance performed by the boxer in order to ask for the protection of the spirits before a fight; it also performed to warm up before a fight and demonstrate skills such as good footwork, balance, control of movement, flexibility and strength. The Ram Muay often depicts stories and positions from the Ramakien, one of Thailand’s national epics. Both Wai Kru (Respect to Teachers) and Ram Muay are integral parts of Muay Thai.
Photos are of Sitsiam Camp student Bam performing the Ram Muay for the Royal Thai Embassy and the Thai ambassador at their annual event in London.
For further information please contact Kru Steven 07743 697762 via Facebook (Sitsiam Camp)