Lightning Strikes XV, Feb. 22, 2025
Lightning Strikes XV Get ready for an electrifying experience at Lightning Strikes XV! Join us at the iconic Durham Armory for a night of thrilling Kickboxing,
Fists, Elbows, Knees and Shins.
The Art of Eight Limbs.
Our striking program blends Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Boxing into a dynamic and effective martial art. With expert instructors guiding you every step of the way, you’ll develop powerful techniques from each discipline in an encouraging and structured environment. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced martial artist, we have the perfect class to help you grow!
Designed for beginners, this class focuses on the essential fundamentals of Muay Thai. You’ll learn proper stance, footwork, and how to throw basic punches, kicks, and teeps. We also introduce fundamental defensive skills to help you build confidence in your ability to protect yourself.
Training includes partner drills using gloves, shin guards, and Thai pads, along with light, controlled-contact exercises (about 20% power) to develop offensive and defensive skills in a safe, low-intimidation setting. At this stage, knees, elbows, and sweeps are reserved for later levels to ensure a strong technical foundation.
Advancing to Level 2 requires proficiency in the basics—no mastery needed, just a solid grasp of fundamental skills!
Now that you’ve built a solid foundation, it’s time to introduce knee strikes, basic foot sweeps, and the defensive skills to match. You’ll also experience semi-contact training (light sparring) in a controlled and supportive environment. This level bridges the gap between fundamentals and more advanced techniques, preparing you for greater challenges ahead.
At this stage, students refine their skills with more complex knee strikes, clinch work, sweeps, and elbow strikes, with the focus being on precision. Strength and conditioning become a core component of training, and sparring is now a required part of the curriculum. Students at this level also begin preparing for semi-contact (technical sparring) competitions, helping them take their striking ability to the next level.
Fighters sharpen both offensive and defensive skills, mastering more advanced knee strikes, clinch work, sweeps, and elbow strikes with a focus on precision and control. Defensive techniques are further refined to enhance reaction time and adaptability. Strength and conditioning become a key part of training, building the endurance and power needed for higher-level performance. Sparring is now a required element, allowing students to apply their techniques in live scenarios. Additionally, students begin preparing for full-contact competitions, pushing their striking abilities to the next level.
Students are required to have –
Lightning Strikes XV Get ready for an electrifying experience at Lightning Strikes XV! Join us at the iconic Durham Armory for a night of thrilling Kickboxing,
