Thaing

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Thaing is a Burmese term used to classify the indigenous martial systems of ancient Burma (now Myanmar). The word "thaing" loosely translates to "total combat". It is the overall system that has spawned the smaller components known as Bando, Lethwei, Banshay, Naban and sporting versions of thaing.

There are many different forms of Thaing in Myanmar. Generally known to be originated in Northern Shan areas, known to Native as Shan thaing. Traditional Myanmar Nantwin (royal) style has been kept secret among the practitioners who choose their students very carefully.

There also is a technique known as ThaingByaingByan (reversed form of Thaing) became well-known among public. U Maung Lay (lovingly called as Apho-Grandpa) by his students produced many fine practitioners of this technique.