Habibis,
November! Turkey, cold weather, and earlier evenings.
Usually in this month we practice “Giving Thanks”, but we can practice that year round!
Also a great reminder to exercise Gratitude, Humility, Abundance, and Passion — our core values.
Gratitude: Always grateful and fortunate that I can physically move my body to continue teaching others.
Humility: Honored that I have a staff of coaches that I consider to be more skilled than me in many aspects of this sport.
Abundance: I am content and grateful with the size of our gym and the members of our community.
Passion: I continue to learn to be the best coach and gym owner I can be to always best serve my community.
What’s your GHAP?
See you on the mats!
New Front Desk Person
You may have noticed someone at the front desk Monday nights — that’s Tara. Please welcome her to the community!
She’ll be helping us every Monday from 5:30PM to 8:30PM.
Please help us with the community management by checking in!
This helps Tara become familiar with everyone’s names and faces.
It also helps if you update your profile with a picture of yourself.
If you’re interested in competing, be proactive with coming to classes and using the check-in system at either one of the two tablets in the gym.
Thanks!!
A Fighting Legacy
Thank you to everyone who came last Friday for the screening of “A Fighting Legacy.”
Congrats again to Adam for finishing such an ambitious project!
It was really cool to see the whole thing come alive — I loved learning more about the history of the tournament, the sport’s origin in the Midwest, and the story of Pete Peterson.
VERY COOL!
Shoutout to Pete for hooking us up with the screen and benches, and to all the members that helped with setup, cleanup, and breakdown.
👉 Click here to learn more and support Adam.
Muay Thai 101: How to Corner
I uploaded a new YouTube video on how to be a corner person!
Did you know we have a YouTube channel? Please subscribe, like, and share any videos you find useful.
📺 Channel: @thaiboxinginstitute
🎥 Video: How to Corner a Fighter
🧰 Corner Kit Shopping List: The Definitive Muay Thai Cornerman’s Packing List
Thanksgiving Schedule
TBI will be closed Wednesday, November 26th through Friday, November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving.
Classes resume Saturday, November 29th!
2025 TBI Holiday Party
Missed last year and would really like to keep this tradition going — save the date!
📅 Saturday, December 6th (around 7ish)
Some ideas:
- Dinner and karaoke in Sawtelle?
- Potluck at the gym?
- Open to suggestions!
Let’s celebrate together!
Hygiene Reminder
Summer might be gone, but it’s still warm as hell — so let’s keep ourselves and our equipment clean and dry.
✅ Wipe down equipment
✅ Change t-shirts
✅ Wash and use clean hand wraps and gym clothes
✅ Trim nails and be mindful of cuts or abrasions
If you notice any unusual skin conditions, see a doctor immediately.
What Are Staph Infections on the Skin?
- Cause: Bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus
- Types: Boils, impetigo, cellulitis
- Symptoms: Red, swollen, painful areas; pus-filled blisters; warmth; fever; spreading rash
- Treatment: See a doctor
- Prevention: Good hygiene, clean and cover wounds, avoid sharing personal items, shower after training, sanitize surfaces
🔗 Mayo Clinic: Staph Infections Overview
If you go to the doctor for something on your skin, ask for a culture to know exactly what you have.
And if you’re sick (coughing, sneezing, sore throat, etc.), please stay home and get tested.
Much appreciated!
Upcoming Events
EAT SLEEP TEEP Muay Thai Semi-Contact Series 5
📅 Saturday, November 8th, 2025
📍 Ventura High School, Ventura, CA
Early registration open now — register before October 11th and save $10.
🔗 eatsleepteep.com
MDL – San Diego VIII
📅 Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
📍 Coronado High School, Coronado, CA
🔗 Event Info
TBI Pullovers
Stay warm with our TBI Pullovers!
All sizes restocked — S–2XL (only 2 left in XXL).
🖤 Minimalist logo “Thai Boxing Institute” on the front
🏠 “Thai Boxing Institute – Mar Vista, CA” on the back
Printed on Independent Trading Co. black hooded sweatshirt (80/20 cotton/poly fleece).
🛍️ Order Here
🥋 $50 each
🛫 $12 shipping
🚗 Pick-up available
Payment:
- Venmo: @COACHVIK (last 4 digits 5678)
- Zelle: info@thaiboxinginstitute.net
(Include size, shipping cost, and address if applicable.)
November Curriculum
11/3–11/8: “Sneaky” Techniques
11/10–11/15: Spinning Techniques
11/17–11/22: All Kicks
11/24–11/29: Freestyle / Review Week