Muay Thai

Thai fighting style created in 13th century. Also known as Muay Boran.

Muay Thai was developed by the Siamese army as a form of self defence in 13th century, according to the King Ram Khamhaeng's war strategics manual.

Panantukan

Filipino fighting style. Also known as Suntukan and Mano-Mano.

The development of panantukan can be traced back to the pre-colonial period in the Philippines (before 1565), where tribal communities created hand-to-hand combat techniques for self defence and warfare.

Taekkyon

Korean fighting style created in Joseon Dynasty era.

The earliest written source of Taekkyon appears during the reign of King Jeongjo (1776-1800) of the Joseon Dynasty. Taekkyon tournament often held at festivals, attended by all social classes.