[MCanavan6]

I'm going to start learning Muay Thai this summer once I get out of school and have about 4 months before I head back. I will continue training at school but not as often as I have many other things going on. How long does it usually take for someone to learn the basics of Muay Thai? This is assuming 3 days a week for 2 hours a day. I will be training at Sityodtong, if that matters much. I know everyone is different but in 4 months will I have a general understanding of Muay Thai or still be learning the very basics?

[Round1]

Obviously there is no simple answer to this question. It all depends on the individual, the school, and what you consider "the basics” 3 months of steady training should be enough to get a good start. Don't procrastinate and don’t get lazy on your training.

[Rinksterk]

in 4 months you probably be taught most of the basics and probably even sparred.

[Pro Killer]

Training twice a week for me in Boxing 3months. So I was pleased to see that what I was thinking is along the lines of others in the thread. At this point you should be badass compared to a regular none trained guy but just a rookie to the Boxers who've been doing it before so You may not feel like you've progressed tremendously but you probably progress the most in that 3 month period than any other.

[$HandsOfFIRE$]

Originally Posted by Pro Killer

Training twice a week for me in Boxing 3months. So I was pleased to see that what I was thinking is along the lines of others in the thread. At this point you should be badass compared to a regular none trained guy but just a rookie to the Boxers who've been doing it before so You may not feel like you've progressed tremendously but you probably progress the most in that 3 month period than any other.

Good to know thanks.

[ssullivan80]

Originally Posted by MCanavan6

I'm going to start learning Muay Thai this summer once I get out of school and have about 4 months before I head back. I will continue training at school but not as often as I have many other things going on. How long does it usually take for someone to learn the basics of Muay Thai? This is assuming 3 days a week for 2 hours a day. I will be training at Sityodtong, if that matters much. I know everyone is different but in 4 months will I have a general understanding of Muay Thai or still be learning the very basics?

Truth is, you never stop learning the basics and to actually perfect the basics takes many years of training. However, 4 months should give you a basic understanding of the fundamentals and even some practical application (sparring). 4 months will give you enough knowlege of the basics that you can keep practicing them throughout the year without having as much time to commit! Not to mention, 4 months will get you in great shape!

[MCanavan6]

Alright so I should be pretty good after the 4 months. How much longer until someone is no longer considered a beginner and becomes intermediate or advanced?

[$HandsOfFIRE$]

Originally Posted by ssullivan80

Truth is, you never stop learning the basics and to actually perfect the basics take many years of training. However, 4 months should give you a basic understanding of the fundamentals and even some practical application (sparring). 4 months will give you enough knowlege of the basics that you can keep practicing them throughout the year without having as much time to commit! Not to mention, 4 months will get you in great shape!

Really thats great.

[ssullivan80]

Originally Posted by MCanavan6

Alright so I should be pretty good after the 4 months. How much longer until someone is no longer considered a beginner and becomes intermediate or advanced?

When you no longer use what you have learned like a beginner.......... I know, it's vague, but, it is the only honest answer to the question!

[villasenor]

Originally Posted by MCanavan6

Alright so I should be pretty good after the 4 months. How much longer until someone is no longer considered a beginner and becomes intermediate or advanced?

damn, these kids want everything fast these days!

better to take your time and be a good "intermediate" than a crappy pro with virtually no technique