Wai Kru Muay Thai Ritual: Why It Matters

One of the more hotly debated topics about Muay Thai in the modern Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) era is how to preserve Thai boxing’s beautiful and gracious performance art ritual, the Wai Kru ceremony.
While practitioners and teachers alike feel confident that it will not be disappearing anytime soon, maintaining authenticity and accurately that showcase its fascinating historical evolution is extremely important.
The memorable scene at the 12th World Wai Kru Muay Thai Ceremony in 2016 as Muay Thai boxers from around the world show deep gratitude and paying homage to their mentors (TAT Newsroom’s photo file)
Historical & Cultural Significance
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