Stories from the muay thai world
Training tips, gym deep-dives, fighter stories and travel guides — written by Lucas, founder of The Art of 8.
The Greatest Muay Thai Fighters of All Time
From Samart and Dieselnoi to Rodtang and Superlek: our ranking of the greatest muay thai fighters ever, grouped by era and judged on titles and dominance, not hype.
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Cost of Muay Thai Training in Singapore (2026 Guide)
What you'll actually pay to train Muay Thai in Singapore — broken down by trial sessions, monthly memberships, annual contracts, gear, and the discounts most gyms offer to students and NSF personnel.
Best Muay Thai Gyms in Singapore for Beginners (2026 Guide)
Six Singapore gyms that earn a spot for first-time Muay Thai trainees — based on patient instruction, small class sizes, beginner-friendly sparring, and trial structures that don't demand commitment before you've thrown a kick.
The Best Muay Thai Gyms in Florianópolis for Expats
Only a handful of Florianópolis Muay Thai gyms truly fit English-speaking expats and travelers. An honest guide to the four standouts — and where everyone else fits.
Why I Started The Art of 8
In 2015, three strangers attacked me on the street. That attack, completely unprovoked, is why I'm building a Muay Thai directory ten years later.
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