Mastering the Teep: Thailand's Secret Weapon

The teep, or push kick, is one of Muay Thai's most versatile weapons. Often underutilized by beginners, this technique is a cornerstone of Thai Boxing that can be used for both offense and defense.

In this comprehensive breakdown, Muay Thai legend Ajarn Chai demonstrates how to properly execute the teep for maintaining distance, disrupting your opponent's rhythm, setting up combinations, and even as a scoring technique.

What You'll Learn:

• Proper body alignment and balance for maximum power
• Different targeting options (abdomen, hip, thigh)
• How to use the teep defensively to create space
• Advanced variations including the side teep and jumping teep
• Common mistakes and how to avoid them
• Training drills to develop speed and accuracy

Whether you're a beginner looking to build your fundamental skills or an intermediate fighter wanting to refine your technique, this breakdown will help you incorporate the teep effectively into your fighting style.