Muay Thai
Within this past decade, Muay Thai has become more and more recognized to the public as a martial art and a ring sport. While the use of elbows and knees applied in a full contact sport may seem barbaric to the uninformed viewing public, its simple techniques are rooted on years of perfecting balance, footwork, rhythm, and timing. A successful practitioner has to utilize and strategize, all the while, being efficient with their techniques. To become a muay thai fighter requires a physical prowess that only a few can attain. They are modern day warriors and supreme athletes. (To learn more about the history and art of muay thai, please go to this -link- )
For Art, Fitness & Sport
The muay thai student can learn this mystical art not only as a sport, but also for fitness. There are many who only want to learn it for its simple beauty, and there are hundreds of thousands who take it for its fitness attributes, while a few take it to the next level, training in muay thai as a competitive sport.
Whether for art, fitness, and/or sport, you have the opportunity to learn muay thai under the guidance of a former two-time world muay thai champion. He is a respected fighter, revered as a trainer to athletes, and valued as a teacher for his knowledge. Top names in the combative sports like Ken Shamrock, Dan Henderson and Randy Couture (UFC) have come to Menor for training. Elite athletes like Rulon Gardner (Gold Medal Olympian), Shawn Merriman (NFL Defensive Lineman) and many tri-athletes have trained extensively with Mel for the conditioning benefits of boxing and muay thai.
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As an Embassador for the sport of Muay Thai. Mel continues to teach the art to the many who want to learn from him. He is willing to pass it to those who have the passion and seek his knowledge. This is an open invitation to train with Menor. The outstainding skills Menor possess have drawn the attention of trainers and fighters in the combative sports, Olympic athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. Here are some of their testimonials:
- Former 2-Time Muay Thai KickBoxing World Champion
- 32 professional bouts with 26 wins and 12 knockouts
- K-1 Superbout Winner 2000 & 2001 Mirage/Bellagio Las Vegas
- K-1 MAX contender 2002/Colloseum 2000: Tokyo Dome. 65, 000 spectators
- 1st American to compete at Kings Birthday World Muay Thai
Tournament Event in Bangkok Thailand. 140,000 spectators.
"Best Pound for Pound stand up fighter living on this continent...
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Warrior Documentary
Rulon Gardner - Olympic Gold Medal Winner - Wrestling Dan Henderson - Pride World Champion 2005 Ken Shamrock - UFC Champion Randy Couture - UFC L.Heavyweight Champion Kevin James - Actor/Comedian: King of Queens / ' HITCH ' Ernie Reyes Jr. - Actor/Martial Artist ' RUNDOWN ' Patrick Van Schoote - Owner Symbolic Car Company Peter Yonofsky - Creator of the ' RoboSapien ' Jerry Cesak - Radio Personality ' Star 94.1 ' Ladainian TomLinson - NFL's 2006 MVP
Marvin Eastman - MMA fighter Gina Carano - Elite XC MMA fighter ... and many others.Articles & TV Specials
Ultimate Athlete Magazine May 2002 Issue.
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(click above for more info)Diverse clientele from business professionals, Olympic Athletes and actors.
He has trained, taught, and/or worked with:
One of Mel's many students - Peter Yonofsky, creator of the 'RoboSapien'
NFL Defensive Rookie Of the Year - 2005 Shawne Merriman click here for article
Rulon's story on ESPN's top 10 Most Historic Moments
"Melchor is a true representative of muay thai's spirit. His padwork training is matched to any top Thai trainer in thailand." - Gina Carano
Merriman, Mel, & LT
Coach Mel passing on the skills! Video HERE
" This man is the trainer of warriors, in this circle, it is he who is king and you who are a vessel. If you are prepared to become a warrior, then you must enter his kingdom." - Prince Samingdam 2536
Want to Train with Melchor Menor? Mel is the Premier Trainer and one of the Vice Presidents of The Boxing Club. If you would like to learn from him, use the contact form -here- or for more information or go to The Boxing Club website by clicking the banner below.
Pride Welterweight World Champ Dan Henderson and Olympic Gold Medalist Rulon Gardner