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Jai Suu

home of the fighting heart & traditional muay thai

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Formed in 2013, Head Coach Calvin Petersen moved Jai Suu to its permanent base in Nelson Village in 2018. Putting our Team at the forefront of everything we do, we offer a friendly environment for anyone to begin their journey to a healthier lifestyle.

  • 1. Experienced Coaching Team – Fully DBS Checked
  • 2. First Aid Trained and Insured
  • 3. Fully equipped Gym
  • 4. Active Fight Team, including Regional and National Title Holders
  • 5. Classes catering for Beginners, through to experienced Fighters

many of our current members have trained here for years and all new faces are welcome

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN AT JAI SUU

Explore our comprehensive selection of services that cater to a variety of needs, ensuring complete customer satisfaction.

01
stance & shape

muay thai is practiced with proper rhythm, stance, balance, and footwork. This is essential for mobility, defense, and setting up offensive moves.

02
pad work

you’ll likely engage in training with pads and bags to practice your strikes with a training partner. This helps improve accuracy, power, and timing.

03
technical sparring

we don’t beleive in aimless heavy sparring, prefering technical sparring, emphasising precise techniques, timing, and strategic execution. This type of sparring helps refine skills and prepares students for high-level competition.

04
clinch work

The clinch is a unique aspect of Muay Thai that involves close-quarters fighting, using the clinch to control your opponent, deliver knee strikes, and set up throws.

05
defence

Blocking, parrying, and evading are crucial aspects of Muay Thai. You’ll learn how to defend against various strikes and counterattacks.

06
conditioning

Expect to engage in physical conditioning drills to build strength, endurance, and flexibility. Muay Thai training can be physically demanding, so conditioning is an important aspect.

OUR CLASSES

we offer classes to student of all levels from beginners to advanced fighters. all ages welcom from 6 & upwards.

BEGINNERS

we’ll take you through the basic stance, movements & principles of muay thai. no matter if it’s your first time in a combat sport or not, we have students of all levels. everyone who walks through the door will receive guidance. we make sure everyone has the tools to improve.

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED

we have a great team of thai fighters. there’s no pressure to compete. if you want to come for fitness or self defence then you’ll have a lot of dedicated training partners & experienced coaches to work with.

JUNIORS

our junior classes promote values such as respect, sincerity & growth. our juniors are very supportive towards one another. many of our juniors copete nationaly & have gone on to win belts through their hard work & dedication

ADULTS

classes are frequented by students of all ages, backgrounds & abilities. our classes follow continuity throughout the week & one class will set up techniques & scenarios for the next. all lessons, drills & padword sessions are with a purpose based on context.

OUR GYM

our gym has 2 floor spaces, heavy bags, a floor ring, pads & weight training/cardio equipment

jai suu junior team
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Our coaches

our coaches each bring their own style to the gym from their own backgrounds & experiences in muay thai

cal
Calvin

what does muay thai mean to you?

“Muay Thai has introduced me to so many people over the years. I have seen it’s positive influence on both myself & students, not to mention the vast benefits to be gained from mental & physical health.

i would encourage anyone to take their first step into muay thai, whether for fun alone or to compete, it has something to offer everyone.”

who is your favorite fighter?

“Chatchai paiseetong”

ian

who is your favorite fighter & why?

“CHAMUEKPET HAPALANG.
EARLY IN HIS CAREER HE WAS A PRESURE FIGHTER WHO WAS AMAZING WITH HIS KNEES, WHICH ANYONE WILL TELL YOU IS MY FAVORITE STYLE.
BUT THE REASON HE’S MY PERSONAL FAVORITE IS THAT LATER IN HIS CAREER HE ADAPTED AND FOUGHT AS A FEMUR, EXTENDING HIS CAREER. ALL IN ALL A VERY INTELLIGENT NAK MUAY.”

tom
tom

what does muay thai mean to you?
“MUAY THAI TO ME MEANS FAMILY.MUAY THAI BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER & CREATES REAL FRIENDSHIPS THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME. SURROUNDING YOURSELF WITH LIKEMINDED PEOPLE WHO SHARE A PASSION FOR SELF-IMPROVEMENT IN THE GYM”

who is your favorite fighter & why?
“PHOOO.. NOT SURE WHERE TO BEGIN.
Modern day – Superlek. That right leg of his is a cannon. Oley Kiatoneway from the golden era. His footwork and evasive movement was beautiful to watch. However, Karuhat Sor Supawan (also from the golden era) edges it for me. A true Muay Femur genius who would just blend it all together, like poetry in motion.

SIGN UP FOR A TRIAL CLASS

feeling unsure? the first class is free! so you can come down and give a class a go to see if you’d like to delve deeper into thai boxing. our coaches & students will answer any questions you have. we promise we’re not that scary…

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Scott Holland
Scott Holland
28. February, 2023.
From the perspective of someone who has some fight experience and still does a fair amount of fitness I can say that Jai Suu Muay Thai is an extremely welcoming and respectful environment. Calvin, Ian and Tom are all knowledgeable, experienced and very patient coaches. It's a very positive and uplifting environment and I believe that all levels and ages could comfortably train here providing you bring the usual to any combat gym. Hard work and attitude.
Eve Rocks79
Eve Rocks79
3. February, 2023.
Highly recommend. I moved over to train here after a change in personal circumstances and the trainers made me feel welcome immediately. They are all very knowledgeable and know their craft well. Students all help each other regardless of level of experience. Train to fight or just to keep fit; it’s all good.
Ellie Cannon
Ellie Cannon
16. January, 2023.
Liam Harrison
Liam Harrison
20. October, 2021.
First class experience for me. Lots of knowledge and patience to show you the know how. Trainers are very engaging, clear and can’t do enough to help you. Lots of positive energy in the gym.
Jack chadwick
Jack chadwick
21. December, 2020.
martin brawn
martin brawn
14. October, 2020.
Good place to train whether a bigginer or fighter or just for fitness young and old a great atmosphere and very friendly place for all the family to learn
Mark Bell
Mark Bell
6. October, 2020.
IRON FIST 4B
IRON FIST 4B
20. September, 2020.
Great place to learn real muay thai for adults and kids, you dont need have expirience to step in gym or you can be pro and still find new thinks to practice. 100% recomended 🙏
Iain Rowe
Iain Rowe
13. September, 2020.
Emily Macrae
Emily Macrae
26. August, 2020.

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