Muay Thai
home to coach ethan cannon; former Pro QLD WMC Muay Thai Champion, 2 x WKBF Australian Champion and 2 x WKBF Queensland Champion.
Who takes the classes?
Our technically skilled and highly experienced Muay Thai coach Ethan ”The Fighter” Cannon (former Pro QLD WMC Muay Thai Champion, 2 x WKBF Australian Champion and 2 x WKBF Queensland Champion) with over 30 fights. Ethan has a reputation of having clean techniques and a high fight IQ. He was the first in history under 18 Pro QLD WBC Muay Thai Champion and has had 5 fights in the Thailand with one at the most prestigious Thai boxing event locations, Lumpinee Stadium.
Muay Thai Beginners
It doesn’t matter if you’ve got zero experience in Muay Thai! We have several beginners classes each week which is the best place to start. You will not only learn the basics of Muay Thai, but also increase your fitness levels with others similar to you. We even offer 2 classes for Women’s Only Muay Thai with the accomplished Coach Kiri, our female Coach who has over 30 fights under her belt and is the most accomplished female Muay Thai fighter in Cairns.
You will learn everything you need to know at Fusion and have fun doing it!
Muay Thai Fighters
We want to know that when you step into a ring to fight you will be 100% prepared, mentally and physically. That is why we have a very specific, stringent criteria and level of commitment required for those wishing to compete in Muay Thai.
The requirements will elicit whether or not you have the amount of dedication, determination and discipline to make your dream of fighting into a reality.
We have a team of fighters who you will work alongside to keep you on track and focused. You will find your development as a fighter is accelerated with this group of hard-working and motivated people.
First Muay Thai Lesson
As part of our excellent value 2 Week Intro Offer we include a high quality pair of boxing gloves. Any other required equipment after you get started is available to purchase at reception. Come along wearing any active wear, if you own Thai shorts they would be perfect!
We have quick dry singlets, t-shirts, Thai shorts all for purchase at the reception. Don’t forget a towel and a water bottle! Our Fusion Muay Thai uniform is required once your membership has started.
Muay thai equipment
Yes! We stock the following items to purchase:
- Fusion shirts / Quick Dry Singlets
- Muay Thai shorts
- Boxing gloves (10, 12, 14 oz)
- Shin guards
- Hand wraps
- Groin guard
- Mouth guard
- Elbow guards
Muay Thai Private Lessons
Coaches are available for one on one sessions. Coach Ethan and Coach “Snook” are usually available throughout the day and a suitable time can be organised for you. These sessions are very popular for beginners to advanced and a great investment in your Muay Thai journey.
Please let us know if you are interested in doing a session and we will book you in!
What is Muay Thai?
Muay Thai is known as, “the art of eight limbs.” This refers to the eight points of contact used including the fists, elbows, knees, and shins. In Thai culture, Muay Thai is closely linked with Buddhism and the martial art itself emphasizes values such as respect, humility, self-control, and compassion.
Muay Thai Class Levels
These classes are suitable for 16+ year old males and females regardless of your level of fitness, flexibility, coordination or physical prowess. Muay Thai is suitable for beginners to advanced and all levels are catered for. If you are unsure of which class on the schedule would be best for you, speak to one of our helpful staff members and they can point you in the right direction.
The majority of people who train with us have no desire to compete in Muay Thai, they are simply using it as a way to keep fit and learn a new skill.
Our accomplished Muay Thai coaches, Atchariyakorn Kuamala and Ethan Cannon have many years of Muay Thai training, fights and coaching expertise. Coach Ethan has trained in Thailand, fought in Thailand and Australia and not only knows the details of Muay Thai technique, but is also able to communicate them in a concise, effective way so that students are able to quickly grasp and execute the moves. Coach “Snook” is born and bred in Thailand and has over 23 years of experience. Our coaches know how to get the best out of you and how to cater for all levels.
Muay Thai for Fitness
All classes provide excellent conditioning for those wanting to “get fit” however you don’t need to “be fit” to start! Muay Thai is a great way to build up your fitness and having fun while doing it. Bring a friend along with you and start off by just having fun hitting the pads and looking awkward together. It’s a lot of fun!
Muay Thai for Fighters
For those looking to compete there are several very specific requirements that must be fulfilled. In the first instance you will register your interest with Coach Ethan and be given a document (“Fighters Contract”) outlining what is required and expected of you. This document alone usually establishes who is serious about fighting and who isn’t. At Fusion we are serious about helping people achieve their goals if they are too.
If you can fulfil the required training and commitment, you will then undergo competition specific training. This is a very exciting and highly rewarding journey culminating in your debut fight and will push you to your limits physically and mentally!
Muay Thai Competition
If you’re looking to compete you can be confident you are in the best hands!
Our head Muay Thai coach is arguably one of the most accomplished martial artists in Far North Queensland having won 6 Championship belts (Pro QLD WMC Muay Thai, 2 x WKBF Australian Title, 2 x WKBF Queensland Title and the first in history under 18 Pro QLD WBC Muay Thai Champion) you will be in the best hands when preparing to compete!
Fitness, technique, nutrition, mindset and a high fight IQ are part of your Muay Thai coaching as you prepare for your match.
Not everyone has the dedication to be able to commit to the training for what it takes to prepare for a Muay Thai fight. If you wish to compete, we have stringent requirements to ensure your readiness and safety. These requirements must be fulfilled before you are able to nominate under Fusion to fight.
We run our own in-house “Fight Frenzy” night competitions regularly. These in-house competitions give our members the opportunity to overcome their nerves and increase their experience inside the ring/cage. It allows them to prepare for larger local promotions/shows without the big crowd and bright lights, in a fun and supportive environment.
Once you are able to show the ability to carry out the appropriate training for a fight camp, you will be nominated on different shows and once a suitable match up is found, you will be able to fight and experience the heart-pounding, adrenalin-pumping experience of a real Muay Thai fight.
There are many opportunities for local and interstate fights if you are interested in competing.
