YOUNG kids practicing Muay Thai *video*, thoughts?

[TB1999]

Those going by american cultural norms will probably be in an uproar. Fact is, these kids will probably be supporting their families by fighting within 5 years.

Doesn't look like I can embed the video, but heres the link ---> LiveLeak.com - How muay thai champions are made in Thailand

 

[SpaldingPM]

I'd rather the youth learn the art of mixed martial arts at a young age than pick up their 16 year old big brothers *hot* kel tec pf9 in detroit or South Central LA and learn the art of using that in the wrong intended purpose

 

[Kagnew]

Those going by american cultural norms will probably be in an uproar. Fact is, these kids will probably be supporting their families by fighting within 5 years.

Doesn't look like I can embed the video, but heres the link ---> LiveLeak.com - How muay thai champions are made in Thailand

Wonderful avatar. One of your heroes?

 

[The Bubba Effect]

Looks like the kids are having a good time.

 

[88GT]

It is only in recent human history that children have been viewed as something other than smaller versions of adults with fewer capabilities. Today we almost worship them as some special breed. And there's something magical about their chronological age, as if their number of days drawing breath on this earth is all that is necessary to evaluate their readiness for something, despite their history of preparation (or in most cases, lack thereof) for that something. In light of that, I am not at all shocked about the content of the video. But you're right, compared to modern Western culture, it looks downright barbaric.

 

[TB1999]

Wonderful avatar. One of your heroes?

I don't know that I would call him a hero, but certainly someone I am interested in.

 

[concrete dog]

Heck they are better than some of the guys you see on UFC lol

 

[churchmouse]

If you look at "Where" they are training t shows the social make up of the area or maybe the entire country. Why does this surprise anyone. Look at the ground they are on....look at the structures. These kids need to be trained to survive it appears.

My kids were training at just a bit older than these 2. They do not fight for money or sport. They do not start confrontation. I have seen both walk away from situations that I would, at the same age, have busted someone up. They are better off for having the training and knowing they stand every chance of prevailing should it come to a real fight. If they fight it is for a reason and you do not want to be on the receiving end of it.