Resources
Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence in Thailand: What You Can Do if it Happens to You
A comprehensive guide for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence in Thailand
Gym Culture
Internalised Misogyny and Girlboss Feminism in Women’s Muay Thai
Internalised misogyny affects women, especially in patriarchal societies, causing them to project sexist ideals onto themselves and others. In combat sports like Muay Thai, women often view each other as competition and struggle to connect, perpetuating harmful behaviors. Overcoming this requires awareness, solidarity, and a commitment to shared success rather than rivalry.
Personal Stories
Restrict, Fight, Binge, Repeat: A Former Fighter’s Relationship with Food
The story of a former Muay Thai fighter’s complicated relationship with food and body image, influenced by fight culture. It describes cycles of disordered eating, weight obsession, and the struggle for balance between training and lifestyle. These struggles have persisted post-retirement, highlighting ongoing mental health challenges that extend beyond training and competition.
Podcast
Talking About Gym Culture on the Rise to Thrive Podcast
I was recently interviewed for the second episode of the Rise to Thrive Podcast, in which Laurien Zurhake talks to martial arts athletes and coaches about dismantling toxic industry norms and creating healthier training environments. We discussed toxic gym culture, grooming, and other issues I’ve been addressing in the Muay Read more
Activism
Wanchalong P.K Saenchai Gym: Sexual Harassment & Accountability in Muay Thai
On December 24th, Wanchalong P.K Saenchai Gym (Thaworn Sudchanham) posted a video in which he sexually harassed and groped women at a party. He looked into the camera as he reached out to grab the buttocks of a female server behind him. He then touched her arm to get her Read more
Gym Culture
Why It’s So Hard to Leave a Toxic Muay Thai Gym
Toxic gym culture, especially in martial arts, can trap fighters in unhealthy environments due to strong emotional bonds, identity connections, and manipulation from trainers. Threats for leaving, fear of losing progress, and social isolation complicate exit attempts. Healing requires time and establishing firm boundaries outside the gym, essential for recovery and self-worth.
Gym Culture
Toxic Gym Culture in Muay Thai & Other Martial Arts
An in-depth piece on toxic gym cultures and the signs to look out for.
sexual harassment
Daraek’s Sexual Harassment of Women in Muay Thai
This week, Thai fighter Daraek (Pichairat Srisuk พิชัยรัต ศรีสุข) was ousted from Revolution Muay Thai gym in Phuket for allegedly sexually harassing and blackmailing women. Gym owner and manager Tim Fisher issued a statement to the Muay Thai media requesting that they publish the story and ban him from fighting. Read more
Activism
Bangkok Abortion 2022: Making Safe Abortion Accessible in Thailand
Today is International Safe Abortion Day. Ahead of the occassion, Bangkok Abortion 2022 took place over the weekend, founded by Thai NGO TamTang. The Thai word for abortion is ‘tam taeng’. TamTang plays on this word, and translates to ‘make the way’. For the past 10 years or more, that’s Read more
Podcast
Interview for the Women Who Fight Podcast
Earlier this year, I was interviewed by Women Who Fight, which was created by London-based BJJ practitioners Shanti Gorton and Marina Mavrou. The podcast episode has now been released. Women Who Fight was created to share stories of women in combat sports, to raise awareness of the issues affecting them, Read more