Which is better silat or Muay Thai?
Which is better silat or Muay Thai?
Silat is completely martial ART. In competition I recognized so far not only focus fighting but also beautiful dancing to be a winner in Silat. On contrary once you finish dancing Muay Thai is brutally effective defense and offensive art of fighting.
Who is the best martial artist in Thailand?
Thailand’s 10 Most Legendary Muay Thai Fighters
- Samart Payakaroon. A Muay Thai legend, Samart’s prowess in the ring saw him win 4 Lumpinee belts as well as becoming a WBC world boxing champion.
- Dieselnoi Chor Thanasukarn.
- Saenchai.
- Tongchai Tor Silachai.
- Sagat Petchyindee.
- Pud Pad Noy Worawoot.
- Somrak Kamsing.
- Apidej Sit-Hirun.
What is the difference between Silat and Muay Thai?
Silat is completely martial ART. In competition I recognized so far not only focus fighting but also beautiful dancing to be a winner in Silat. On contrary once you finish dancing Muay Thai is brutally effective defense and offensive art of fighting.
What is Pencak Silat and how is it used?
Similar to muay thai, pencak silat has a long history and was used and practiced on the battlefields by warriors and as self defense by civilians. There are hundreds of styles of pencak silat but all are rooted in combat arts and include the use of weapons in addition to unarmed combat.
How well known are Indonesian silat arts worldwide?
None of the Indonesian Silat arts are well known worldwide. They are not used in popular sport fighting venues nor are they generally taught by martial artists that would expose them widely. In other words, the Muay Thai, boxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gyms that are widely popular do not “also” have Silat programs.
Is silat a good martial art to learn?
Keep in mind the difference between martial and sports arts. Silat has a pretty good ground game, a pretty good hand and foot game, and some throws and sweeps. It has martial body conditioning. Importantly, it has applicable weapons arts. It can be very rewarding and effective as a martial art, so don’t let it’s relative obscurity dissuade you.