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  • 17 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boys spar on the floor in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: BAI THONG (center), 7 years old, does pushups in the ring with other boxers at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. She has been boxing for about 5 months. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym work out in front of the gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer works a heavy bag in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boy waits to get into the ring in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boy boxer hands a cup of water to BAI THONG, 7 years old, after they worked out at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. She has been boxing for about 5 months. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer works a heavy bag in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer works out by kicking the heavy bag at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out after a sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 27 JULY 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Spectators react to their fighter's status during a bout at Rajadamnern Boxing Stadium (also spelled Ratchadamnoen Stadium). It is Bangkok’s oldest venue for Muay Thai. It hosts bouts on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Ringside seats are about 2,000 Thai Baht (approximately $57 US). The stadium hosted its first fight in December, 1945.        PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: An informal workout and sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box does sit up exercises on the apron of the ring at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 27 JULY 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers wait for their matches to start at Rajadamnern Boxing Stadium (also spelled Ratchadamnoen Stadium). It is Bangkok’s oldest venue for Muay Thai. It hosts bouts on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Ringside seats are about 2,000 Thai Baht (approximately $57 US). The stadium hosted its first fight in December, 1945.        PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out after a sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer wraps his hands before sparring at the Kanisorn gym in Thonburi. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boxers spar and workout in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out by kicking a heavy bag at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A boxer unrolls tape for his hands before sparring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boxers work out while a commuter train goes by the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym work out in front of the gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym run laps at Wong Wian Yai traffic circle in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer in the ring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People from the neighborhood watch boxers spar at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer man helps his son cool down between sparring rounds at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer helps another fighter get kinks out of his back while other boxers spar in the ring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer helps another fighter get kinks out of his back while other boxers spar in the ring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer who coaches children brings two boys together after watching them spar in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boys spar on the floor in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boys spar on the floor in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man helps BAI THONG, 7 years old, put her gloves on before she climbed into the ring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. She has been boxing for about 5 months. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man helps BAI THONG, 7 years old, put her gloves on before she climbed into the ring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. She has been boxing for about 5 months. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boy boxer hands a cup of water to BAI THONG, 7 years old, after they worked out at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. She has been boxing for about 5 months. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A child who hopes to box warms up at the ropes in the ring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  BAI THONG, 7 years old, jumps rope before working out at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. She has been boxing for about 5 months. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  BAI THONG, 7 years old, jumps rope before working out at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. She has been boxing for about 5 months. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: An informal workout and sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: An informal workout and sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out with a boxer at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out with a boxer at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boys who want to become boxers drink energy drinks and watch videos on a smart phone at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer wraps his hands before sparring at the Kanisorn gym in Thonburi. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym work out in front of the gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym run laps at Wong Wian Yai traffic circle in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym run laps at Wong Wian Yai traffic circle in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym run laps at Wong Wian Yai traffic circle in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer in the ring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out next to a boxer after a sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boy works a heavy bag in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box does sit up exercises on the apron of the ring at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out next to a boxer after a sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym run laps at Wong Wian Yai traffic circle in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer works out by kicking the heavy bag at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: An informal workout and sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out with a boxer at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box does pushups in the ring at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boy works out at the Kanisorn boxing gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out with a boxer at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers from the Kanisorn gym run laps at Wong Wian Yai traffic circle in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boxers spar and workout in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boxers put their gloves on before sparring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Portrait of a young boxer at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 11 DECEMBER 2014 - THONBURI, BANGKOK, THAILAND:  The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer works out by kicking the heavy bag at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box does pushups in the ring at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boys spar on the floor in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boy works a heavy bag in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Boxers loosen up by jumping up and down on old tires near the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boy who wants to box watches a sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A girl who wants to box works out after a sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer wraps his hands before sparring at the Kanisorn gym in Thonburi. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 27 JULY 2015 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer between rounds at Rajadamnern Boxing Stadium (also spelled Ratchadamnoen Stadium). It is Bangkok’s oldest venue for Muay Thai. It hosts bouts on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Ringside seats are about 2,000 Thai Baht (approximately $57 US). The stadium hosted its first fight in December, 1945.        PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boxer man helps his son cool down between sparring rounds at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Boxers spar and workout in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A boy lands on the floor after sparring in the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 DECEMBER 2014 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A boxer unrolls tape for his hands before sparring at the Kanisorn gym in Bangkok. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a mixed martial art developed in Thailand. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when Thai boxers defeated other well known boxers. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 18 DECEMBER 2104 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: An informal workout and sparring session at the Kanisorn gym. The Kanisorn boxing gym is a small gym along the Wong Wian Yai - Samut Sakhon train tracks. Young people from the nearby communities come to the gym to learn Thai boxing. Muay Thai (Muai Thai) is a Thai fighting sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. It is sometimes known as "the art of eight limbs" because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees, shins, being associated with a good physical preparation that makes a full-contact fighter very efficient. Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the twentieth century, when practitioners defeated notable practitioners of other martial arts. A professional league is governed by the World Muay Thai Council. Muay Thai is frequently seen as a way out of poverty for young Thais and Muay Thai camps and schools are frequently crowded. Muay Thai professionals and champions are often celebrities in Thailand.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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