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Bando kickboxing is a modern sport that comes from an ancient Burmese martial art called lethwei. People sometimes call it "Burmese boxing of four arms" because it uses hands and feet. This exciting sport began in North America in the early 1960s. It uses gloved fists and feet in a special ring. In the 1970s, Bando kickboxing helped create other popular sports like full contact and kickboxing in the USA.

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Bando kickboxing (amateurs)

What is Bando Kickboxing?

Bando kickboxing is a sport where athletes use punches and kicks. It's a way to practice the skills of traditional Burmese boxing in a safer, more controlled environment. It combines powerful techniques with rules to make it a fair competition.

Different Kinds of Fights

In Bando kickboxing, there are two main ways to compete:

  • Controlled Bando Kickboxing: This is also known as "light contact." In this type of fight, athletes only touch their opponent lightly. The goal is to show skill and control, not to hurt anyone. This style is great for learning and for younger participants.
  • Full Contact Bando Kickboxing: This style is for more experienced adults. In full contact, athletes can use their full power. The goal is to land strong, effective blows.

Rules and Safety

The rules for Bando kickboxing can change depending on who is fighting. Things like age and skill level matter a lot. For example:

  • Allowed and Forbidden Moves: Some techniques might be allowed for advanced fighters but not for beginners.
  • Fight Time: The length of the fight can be different for various age groups or skill levels.
  • Fighting Area: Fights might happen on a soft mat or in a boxing ring.
  • Protective Gear: To keep everyone safe, fighters often wear special gear. This can include a helmet, a plastron (a protector for the chest and stomach), shin guards, and special slippers.

Images for kids

  • Physical culture (1908) (14802472843)

    Late 19th century match in Myanmar

  • Bodleian Ms. Burm. a. 5 fol 162

    Watercolour painting by an unknown Burmese artist depicting 19th century "LEK-PWE-THAT THEE" boxing match. From 1897

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    Illustration of the lekkha moun

  • Lethwei bloody handwraps

    Bloody Lethwei hand wraps

  • Lethwei figths in Ye city Myanmar 2

    Lethwei fighters landing a punch

  • Lethwei-Elbow

    Spinning elbow strike

  • Lethwei-Hight-kick

    Roundhouse kick

  • Lethwei-Knee-Elbow

    Knee and elbow strike

  • Lethwei-Knee-Hand

    Knee and punch

  • Lethwei-Step-Elbow

    Jumping knee and elbow

  • HookKick001

    Back hook kick

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Lethwei para niños

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