{"product_id":"muay-thai-striking-concepts-damien-trainor","title":"Fighting Concepts for World Class Striking with Damien Trainor","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"A graphic image of Damien Trainor’s Fighting Concepts for World Class Striking\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6588\/3437\/files\/DTScreen_480x480_jpg_480x480.webp?v=1780306638\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFighting Concepts for World Class Striking with Damien Trainor\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"243\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/warriorcollective.co.uk\/collections\/damien-trainor\" title=\"Damien Trainor\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDamien Trainor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is widely regarded as one of the most respected striking coaches in the UK and one of the leading minds in modern Muay Thai and Kickboxing.  His Muay Thai striking concepts for helping fighters develop world class ability are much sought after the world over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eA two-time World Champion and long-time representative of the legendary \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eK-Star\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e system, Damien built his reputation through years of elite competition across the UK, Europe and Asia before transitioning into coaching world-level fighters competing across organisations including the UFC, Bellator and Glory. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFighting Concepts for World Class Striking with Damien Trainor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eOriginally released as the very first premium instructional on Warrior Collective, \u003cstrong data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eFighting Concepts for World Class Striking\u003c\/strong\u003e remains one of the most important and influential volumes ever produced on the platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eNow part of Damien’s complete Warrior Collective series, this instructional captures the core tactical Muay Thai striking concepts that helped establish him as one of the most respected coaches in combat sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"A GIF of a Muay Thai fighter training on the pads with a partner athlete\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6588\/3437\/files\/DTClip1-1x1-ezgif.com-video-to-gif-converter_480x480.gif?v=1778835684\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"t4jccn\" data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eA Complete Tactical Framework for Modern Striking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eThis is not simply a collection of techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eThis instructional focuses on the underlying concepts that make elite strikers difficult to deal with in real fights — timing, movement, deception, positioning and intelligent counter fighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eDrawing from Damien’s decades of experience competing and coaching at the highest levels of Muay Thai and Kickboxing, the volume teaches you how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ntxhzd\" data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eCounter effectively under pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b7pya1\" data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eStrike while moving without losing balance or power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rcp3nm\" data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003eCreate reactions using feints and fakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xu7gla\" data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eControl exchanges through timing and positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ao11im\" data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eBlend Dutch-style drills with practical fight application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eThese are the same principles Damien has used to coach fighters competing on the world stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6588\/3437\/files\/DTScreen_480x480_jpg_480x480.webp?v=1780306638\" alt=\"A graphic image of Damien Trainor from his Fighting Concepts for World Class Striking volume\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lu54u9\" data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003eInside this volume, Damien breaks down the Muay Thai fighting concepts and systems behind high-level striking performance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yzni3j\" data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eCountering Low Kicks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eLearn how elite fighters defend and counter one of the most commonly used weapons in modern Kickboxing and Muay Thai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hq2ntn\" data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eCountering Body Kicks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eDevelop intelligent responses to body kicks using timing, positioning and effective counters that immediately shift momentum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mjj2mw\" data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eStriking Whilst Moving\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eUnderstand how to maintain balance, timing and offensive pressure while moving — a key skill that separates experienced fighters from beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"n00b80\" data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eFeints \u0026amp; Fakes Whilst Fighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003eLearn how to draw reactions, disguise attacks and manipulate opponents using intelligent feinting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1np8qor\" data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eDutch Kickboxing Drills\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eDevelop rhythm, timing and offensive flow through practical Dutch-style drilling methods used by elite strikers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"A photo of Damien Trainor from his Fighting Concepts for World Class Striking volume\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6588\/3437\/files\/DT1_480x480.jpg?v=1708857176\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"bg9crb\" data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2777\"\u003eBuilt for Real Competition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003eModern striking is about far more than isolated techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2893\"\u003eAt the elite level, success comes from understanding:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17nkq3d\" data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2922\"\u003eDistance and positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f89ow9\" data-start=\"2923\" data-end=\"2947\"\u003eTiming and reactions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14wfnz9\" data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003ePressure and movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5oh173\" data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003eRhythm disruption and deception\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003eThis instructional focuses on the tactical side of striking — the details that allow experienced fighters to consistently create openings and control exchanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"A photo of Damien Trainor from his Fighting Concepts for World Class Striking volume\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6588\/3437\/files\/DT2_480x480.jpg?v=1708857212\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lg8grm\" data-start=\"3178\" data-end=\"3239\"\u003eLearn from One of the UK’s Most Respected Striking Coaches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3241\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003eThroughout both his fighting and coaching career, Damien Trainor has earned enormous respect across the Muay Thai and Kickboxing community for his technical understanding, coaching ability and continued influence on modern striking development. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3798\"\u003eAfter competing against elite international opposition throughout his career, Damien transitioned into coaching and founded K-Star Legacy in Birmingham, where he now coaches fighters ranging from beginners to world-level professionals. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"3979\"\u003eHis instructional content on Warrior Collective has become essential viewing for fighters and coaches looking to develop a deeper understanding of modern Muay Thai and Kickboxing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"3979\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"A photo of Damien Trainor from his Fighting Concepts for World Class Striking volume\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6588\/3437\/files\/DT-FC-Photo-Web-5_480x480.jpg?v=1778835032\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"3979\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"k7tlkv\" data-start=\"4975\" data-end=\"5013\"\u003eTake Your Striking Beyond Technique\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5015\" data-end=\"5030\"\u003eIf you want to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5279\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p6nv1x\" data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5068\"\u003eBecome harder to read and counter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jfe4t7\" data-start=\"5069\" data-end=\"5105\"\u003eImprove your movement and timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15lvyd7\" data-start=\"5106\" data-end=\"5154\"\u003eDevelop intelligent counter striking systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"otdgpu\" data-start=\"5155\" data-end=\"5213\"\u003eUnderstand high-level Muay Thai and Kickboxing tactics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ej5unn\" data-start=\"5214\" data-end=\"5279\"\u003eLearn from one of the world’s most respected striking coaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5281\" data-end=\"5357\"\u003eThen \u003cstrong data-start=\"5286\" data-end=\"5332\"\u003eFighting Concepts for World Class Striking\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelow is an extract from the series.  This clip is from Video 1 - Countering Low Kicks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e   \u003ciframe width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jenIwnJxsDQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFind out for yourself why Damien Trainor is one of the most sought after Striking coaches in the world, purchase your copy of Fighting Concepts for World Class Striking today!!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelow is the order we recommend his volumes are watched in.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/warriorcollective.co.uk\/products\/muay-thai-training-damien-trainor\" title=\"Muay Thai Training\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMuay Thai Training - Developing World Class Striking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/warriorcollective.co.uk\/products\/solo-training-bag-work-damien-trainor\" title=\"Solo Training\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSolo Training - Bag Work for World Class Striking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca 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