Personal Development Gradings Awards
4-7 year old Patch Awards
13 years + Adult Grading Syllabus
8 - 12 year old Junior Gradings
A 6 stage award programme designed to encourage this age group to develop key engagement. communication and transferable physical skills whilst earning patches that can be sewn onto their uniform
8 - 12 year old Junior Gradings
13 years + Adult Grading Syllabus
8 - 12 year old Junior Gradings
A Junior Grading syllabus that awards this age group with their first Muaythai Armbands
A 6 stage based syllabus will develop both physical and mental skills
13 years + Adult Grading Syllabus
13 years + Adult Grading Syllabus
13 years + Adult Grading Syllabus
A full 10 stage Grading Syllabus that will develop every aspect of Muaythai for your own personal journey and achievement.
Once a Black is gained then you would be eligible to look towards the coaching pathway
Mini Muaythai Award Patches - 4-7yrs
White Patch
✨ Little Tigers – Learning, Fun, and Respect ✨
Physical:
• Guard stance
• 1–2 punches
• Animal races (bear crawl, frog jump)
Teamwork:
• Partner high-fives
• Share pads
Personal:
• Say “thank you” at end of class
• Bring own gloves/water
Rules:
• Bow before/after training
• Stop when coach says
Terminology:
• Sawadee = Hello in Thai
Yellow Patch
✨ Little Tigers – Exploring, Cheering, and Growing ✨
Physical:
• Jab–cross–knee combo
• Hopping on one leg
• Skipping 10 jumps
Teamwork:
• Hold a pad for partner safely
• Cheer teammates
Personal:
• Shout “OOSH!” when striking
Rules:
• No rough play
• Touch gloves before pad games
Terminology:
• Wai = Polite Greeting
Green Patch
✨ Little Tigers – Brave, Smart, and Ready to Try ✨
Physical:
• Roundhouse kick intro
• Side steps
• Shadowboxing game
Teamwork:
• Partner knee drill
• Listening game (copy Kru)
Personal:
• Set small goal (e.g., 10 punches without stopping)
Rules:
• Learn “yes range” (hitting pads) vs “no range” (too close)
Terminology:
• Learn “Wai” (bow) and do
• Know 4 Muay Thai weapons (punch, kick, knee, elbow)
Blue Patch
✨ Little Tigers – Brave, Bold, and Confident ✨
Physical:
• Combo = punch–kick–knee
• Balance test on one leg 10 seconds
Teamwork:
• Help partner adjust stance
• Swap pads politely
Personal:
• No talking when Coaches / Teachers are talking
Rules:
• Why we wear gloves & shin guards
Terminology:
• Learn “Wai Kru” (respect dance) meaning
• Bow on/off mats
Brown Patch
✨ Little Tigers – Focused, Respectful, and Ready to Protect ✨
Physical:
• Combo = punch –elbow–knee - kick
• Balance walk across pads/line (control + focus)
• Hold stance for 10 seconds without wobbling
Teamwork:
• Help partner with pad height or position
• Practice “mirror drill” (copy partner’s movement)
• Play Tag games well and with sportsmanship
Personal:
• Show self-control (calm stance, wait your turn)
• Bring full gear without reminders
• Say one positive thing about a teammate
Rules:
• Explain why we bow before and after training
• Demonstrate safe distance before striking
• Show how to put on gloves properly
Terminology:
• Muaythai is from Thailand
• Explain what “respect” means in training
Black Patch
✨ Little Tigers – Strong, Respectful, and Ready to Lead ✨
Physical:
• Show all 8 limbs (punch, kick, knee, elbow)
Teamwork:
• Perform a self defence with another student
• Help a new student
Personal:
• Show independence (remember gear, line up sharp)
• Have it confirmed that you are behaving well at home
Rules:
• Explain 1–2 training rules in own words
Terminology:
• Count 1 - 5 in Thai
• Explain why “Muay Thai is the art of 8 limbs”
Junior Grading Syllabus - 8 - 12 yrs
1. White Armband – Beginner
- Skills: Basic stance & guard, jab & cross, roundhouse kick, teep (push kick).
- Knowledge: Thai greetings – Sawasdee (hello/goodbye). Count 1–3 in Thai (Neung, Song, Sam).
- Self Defence: Escape from front wrist grab.
- Values: Respect, listening, effort.
- Quote: “Every champion was once a beginner who refused to give up.”
2. White & Yellow Armband – Foundations
- Skills: Add basic knee strike, elbows on pads (non-contact), jab–cross–kick combo.
- Knowledge: Thai words – Chok (boxing), Sok (elbow). Count 1–5 in Thai.
- Self Defence: Defence from being grabbed from behind (arm release, turn).
- Values: Confidence, teamwork, control.
- Quote: “Strong roots build strong fighters.”
3. White & Green Armband – Development
- Skills: Punch–kick–knee combinations, clinch basics with knee, checking a kick.
- Knowledge: Thai words – Kao (knee), Teh (kick). Count 1–7 in Thai.
- Self Defence: Defence from a straight punch (block & counter).
- Values: Balance, focus, responsibility.
- Quote: “Balance in body creates balance in life.”
4. White & Blue Armband – Intermediate
- Skills: Advanced combos (4–5 strikes), catching a kick & counter, evasive footwork.
- Knowledge: Full counting 1–10 in Thai (Neung–Sip).
- Self Defence: Defence from a kick (catch & sweep).
- Values: Discipline, respect for equipment, helping juniors.
- Quote: “Skill is nothing without discipline.”
5. White & Brown Armband – Advanced Junior
- Skills: Advanced clinch (turns, sweeps), spinning techniques (spinning hook kick, jump turning kick).
- Knowledge: Purpose of Wai Kru / Ram Muay.
- Self Defence: Defence against headlock / strong grab.
- Values: Leadership, humility, patience.
- Quote: “The harder you train, the stronger your spirit becomes.”
6. White & Black Armband – Junior Champion
- Skills: Demonstration of all learned techniques, including jump spinning roundhouse kick. Full pad round with combinations, clinch, defence & counters.
- Knowledge: Explains Muay Thai values – Respect, Honour, Tradition, Discipline.
- Self Defence: Combines defences (grabs, punches, kicks).
- Values: Role model inside & outside the gym.
- Quote: “A true champion is measured not by victory, but by respect and honour.”
Adult Grading SylLabus - 13yrs +
Stage 1 – White
- Skills: Basic stance, guard, footwork.
- Boxing: Jab, cross, hook.
- Kicks: Teep (front kick), roundhouse.
- Knees/Elbows: Straight knee, horizontal elbow.
- Clinch: Basic neck control.
- Self Defence: Block and evade straight punches.
- Thai Language: Count 1–3 in Thai, “Sawadee” (hello).
- Conditioning: 10 push-ups, 20 sit-ups.
Stage 2 – Yellow
- Boxing: Jab–cross, 1–2–3 combos.
- Kicks: Body kick, switch kick.
- Knees/Elbows: Step-in knee, diagonal elbow.
- Clinch: Turning opponent.
- Self Defence: Defence against wrist grab.
- Thai Language: Count 1–5 in Thai, “Chok” Boxing .
- Conditioning: 20 push-ups, 30 sit-ups.
Stage 3 – Yellow & Black
- Boxing: 4-punch combo with low kick.
- Kicks: High kick, spinning back elbow.
- Knees/Elbows: Downward elbow, knees in rhythm in clinch.
- Clinch: Hands up and through to escape.
- Self Defence: Defence against front grab/choke.
- Thai Language: Count 1–7 in Thai, “Teh” = kick.
- Conditioning: 25 push-ups, 40 sit-ups.
Stage 4 – Green
- Boxing: 5-punch combo with target area changes.
- Kicks: Jump roundhouse, spinning hook kick (intro).
- Knees/Elbows: Flying knee (controlled), uppercut elbow.
- Clinch: Knee defence, balance drills.
- Self Defence: Defence against hook punch.
- Thai Language: Review 1–10, “Sok” = elbow.
- Conditioning: 30 push-ups, 50 sit-ups.
Stage 5 – Green & Black
- Boxing: 2 and 3 phase boxing attacks.
- Kicks: Jump spinning back kick, axe kick (Boran influence).
- Knees/Elbows: Jump downward elbow.
- Clinch: Basic sweep from clinch.
- Self Defence: Defence against rear grab (bear hug).
- Thai Language: Review 1–10, “Khao” = knee.
- Conditioning: 35 push-ups, 60 sit-ups, 10 burpees.
Stage 6 – Blue
- Boxing: Overhand &Flying Punch.
- Kicks: Jump switch kick, crescent kick.
- Knees/Elbows: Flying scissor knee, spin elbow.
- Clinch: Block knees in clinch with shin.
- Self Defence: Catch and counter body kick.
- Thai Language: Review 1–10, “Teep” = push kick.
- Conditioning: 40 push-ups, 80 sit-ups, 20 burpees.
Stage 7 – Blue & Black
- Boxing: Long combinations with feints and fakes.
- Kicks: Jump Spinning Roundhouse Kick.
- Knees/Elbows: Flying elbow.
- Clinch: control under pressure.
- Self Defence: Multiple attacker drills (pads).
- Thai Language: Review 1–10, “Chok Dee” = good luck.
- Culture: Introduction to Wai Kru bows.
- Conditioning: 50 push-ups, 100 sit-ups, 25 burpees.
Stage 8 – Brown
- Boxing: Counter fighting drills – show how boxing counters other weapons.
- Kicks: Muay Boran-style advanced kicks.
- Knees/Elbows: Continuous clinch knees.
- Clinch: Advanced resistance control.
- Self Defence: Knife defence (escape focus).
- Thai Language: Review 1–10, “Khun” = respect.
- Culture: Practice short Ram Muay sequence.
- Conditioning: 60 push-ups, 120 sit-ups, 30 burpees.
Stage 9 – Brown & Black
- Boxing/Kicks: Flow sparring with advanced counters.
- Specials: Jump spinning roundhouse, cartwheel kick.
- Clinch: Full dominance drills.
- Self Defence: Weapon threat escape strategies.
- Thai Language: Review 1–10, “Yud” = stop.
- Culture: Perform full Wai Kru for group.
- Conditioning: 70 push-ups, 150 sit-ups, 40 burpees.
Stage 10 – Black (Final Level)
- Boxing/Kicks: Mastery of all combinations, setups, ring craft.
- Specials: All advanced Muay Boran/spinning/jumping strikes.
- Clinch: Total mastery — sweeps, knees, locks.
- Self Defence: Full applied Muaythai scenarios.
- Thai Language: Demonstrate 1–10 fluently + all strike names.
- Culture: Teach and lead complete Wai Kru & Ram Muay.
- Conditioning: 100 push-ups, 200 sit-ups, 50 burpees, 3-min plank, 3 rounds padwork.
Special Colours available to all
RED
Silver
Silver
This is the ultimate Coaching colour - available to a student who has achieved Black and then coached another student to Black as well - upon the coached student achieving their black the Red will be awarded
Silver
Silver
Silver
This is awarded to any student who competes at Interclub Level or above against a student from another club - this is the fighter colour
Gold
Silver
Gold
The Champions Colour - Awarded to a fighter upon winning a championship Belt in a fully competitive Muaythai, K1 or Boxing Fight
