Should I try out the Muay Thai class in my MMA gym or is it only for people who are very flexible and with a good balance?

[Anonymous]

I'm just wondering since I train at this MMA gym in Gilbert, AZ called Power MMA & Fitness (owned by UFC fighter, Ryan Bader) and started learning Brazillian Jiu Jitsu. I've been thinking about trying out the Muay Thai class. The problem is, my groin, waist, hamstrings and hip muscles aren't flexible at all and I don't know if shin guards are required for the training.

What do you guys think?

Just walk into the Muay Thai class without the shin guards and ask the instructor/trainer questions. He should be able to teach you stretching techniques.

Nah, Muay Thai is only for people who are naturally flexible.

Wait til you buy yourself a pair of shin guards at a cheap price, then walk into the Muay Thai class to ask the instructor questions

Others

[AdamThomas]

Just go and do it. I'm not what I'd call flexible and I still managed. You can probably train without shin guards, you just won't be able to spar with kicks until you have some, but if you're doing clinch work you don't need them anyway. You don't need them for padwork.

[Anonymous]

Go to the class. The teacher will answer your questions best. You learn balance and flexibility in those classes. You and I are actually relatively close to each other. If you ever go full time MT "Best Muay Thai" in Tempe is a really solid place for it.

[aliceinwonderland69]

I am fat and unfit and I have done kick boxing. It is for everyone. You just need to find a beginners class. Being flexible does help but you will improve this over time. Yes you should wear shin pads for sparring but they might be able to get you some.