Thai Boxing

The Sunshine Coast Thai Boxing Centre was established in 1994 by Joe Hilton. Over the years he has trained many young and up coming fighters to national and international championship winning form. He continues to share his knowledge and experience and offers training to those who have enthusiasm or an interest in the sport. Those that train with him will quickly recognise the natural and genuine passion and inspiration that this unique individual offers to all students. So come and join Joe and the rest of the SSCTB training team - and train with some of the best! We look forward to your call.

Muay Thai Boxing - A Brief History and Development of the sport

The history of Muay Thai is interwoven with the history of the Thailand. Hundreds of years ago, the Thais developed a form of close, hand-to-hand combat best suited for the kind of rough-terrain battle that was common place during times of conflict.

In the old days, Muay Thai was a dangerous sport, with no safety gear of any kind for the fighters, and only lengths of cords to wrap around the fists in place of gloves. But of course things change in time.

Over the years rules have been written along the line of international boxing regulations. In recent years the sport has attracted a wide following outside of the country. In 1995 the World Muay Thai Council was set up to promote this national heritage at national and international levels.

At a conference held that same year, 78 member countries voted for the establishment of a training school where all elements of Muay Thai would be taught. The Sunshine Coast Thai Boxing Centre continues to support this endeavour by honouring these established traditions & rules, coupled with the highest levels of training in the country.