Chiang Mai cricket sixes
Enjoy a week-long festival of spectacular cricket at the 23rd Chiang Mai cricket sixes, taking place from March 28-April 3 at the Gymkhana Club. (Photo/Steve Yarnold/file)
The 23rd Chiang Mai International Cricket Sixes will be played from Sunday March 28 until Saturday April 3, at the Gymkhana Club in Chiang Mai. A total of 32 teams will compete in this world famous cricket tournament and there will also be separate ladies and junior competitions running concurrently with the main event.
As always, spectators are warmly welcome to come down and view some spectacular cricket and soak up the atmosphere at this one of a kind event. The Chiengmai Gymkhana Club is situated on the old Chiangmai Lamphun Road just north of Nong Hoy Market (before the Holiday Inn Hotel) and is an easy tuk-tuk or songthaew ride from any part of Chiang Mai. Admission to the beautiful, spacious grounds of the Gymkhana Club is free and there is ample, shaded seating for cricket spectators.
As always, there will be a wide variety of food on sale, plus cold San Miguel beer and other beverages will be available from the “Boundary Bar” which is located right in the heart of the action.
For more information and a full schedule of the matches, check out the official tournament website at www. chiangmaisixes.com.
source: http://www.chiangmai-mail.com/current/sports.shtml
Muay Thai / Thai boxing
March 21, 2010 by martin
Filed under News and Information
Significant Training Techniques in Muay Thai
Muay Thai is the popular Thai kickboxing and is a mixture of several techniques employed in the rest of the forms of martial arts. Most of the times it is termed as the “science of 8 limbs” simply because almost all parts of the body are employed during the fight. The forehead, the fists, elbows, knees, and feet are often used as the weapons. It has been around for more than 2000 years and is basically regarded as the oldest variant of martial arts. Muay Thai was once called the martial art of the kings because of the fact that in 1914 the sons of the King Sen Muajng Ma fought until their death for the throne of their father.
Muay Thai fighters are expected to be strong and powerful since all the movements can really be energy-draining. Muay Thai training then enhances the fighter’s adaptability, strength, and stamina. More so, here are some very important techniques to learn.
The Thai Clinch. This Muay Thai technique is exclusively used for this martial art. The fighter holds the opponent through the head, body, or neck. He then presses his forearm on the collar bone of the opponent. The typical clinching technique applied in Muay Thai is the tapping of the head downward before releasing a throw. He can also cause the opponent to lose balance by throwing him to his left.
The Kru. This one is a tedious technique to learn that calls for hard work during the training. This Muay Thai training technique requires the tradition that the fighter needs to respect his trainer by means of the Wai Kru ritual.
Some important elements employed for the Muay Thai training techniques are running, stretching, and shadow boxing. A Muay Thai fighter must have the “never say die” attitude at all cost.
The Techniques of Muay Thai
Muay Thai as a martial arts discipline makes use of the body parts for weapons. The parts of the body which are the head, elbow, fists, feet, and knee comprise the Na-wa arwud. However, in these days, Muay Thai fights no longer permit the fighter to use the head. In attacking and defending, the fighter employs a little quantity of grappling or that which is known as The Clinch.
The techniques of Muay Thai are divided into two categories—the Luk Mai or that which is known as the Minor techniques and the Mae Mai or the Major techniques. The very reason why Muay Thai is held to be distinct from the other variants of martial arts is because it utilizes the whole body movement while the hip can either be rotated fully or partially for every block, kick, and punch executed.
The punching techniques include the straight punch, swing, hook, upper cut, spinning back fist, cobra punch, upper cut, and the over head punch. Judges add less to the scores of the Muay Thai fighters who often use the punches as they are less powerful.
The elbow techniques are the elbow slash, upper cut elbow, horizontal elbow, forward elbow thrust, spinning elbow, reverse horizontal elbow, elbow chop, mid air elbow strike, and the double elbow chop.
The kicking techniques are the nutcracker kick, straight kick, diagonal kick, roundhouse kick, spinning kick, axe hill kick, half spin half knee kick, jump kick, and step up kick. The most commonly used though are the kick and the foot jab.
The knee techniques include the straight knee strike, diagonal knee strike, horizontal knee strike, curving knee strike, knee slap, flying knee strike, step up knee strike, small knee strike, and the knee bomb.
Meanwhile the foot techniques are the sideways foot thrust, straight foot thrust, reverse foot thrust, slapping foot thrust, and the jumping foot thrust.
Muay Thai is one sport that requires a fighter’s adaptability, stamina, and strength.
source: http://www.thai-boxing.org/
(Nederlands) Muziekfestival Pattaya
March 19, 2010 by martin
Filed under Het Nederlandse Hoekje
Van 19 tot 21 maart beloofd een spetterend muziekfestijn te worden in Pattaya.
Meer dan 100 artiesten uit binnen en buitenland zullen op 3 podia in de stad optreden. De buitenlandse artiesten komen o.a. uit Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam en China. Er worden meer dan een half miljoen bezoekers verwacht. Naast muziek zijn er ook zo’n 700 stalletjes met eten en lokale producten langs het strand opgesteld.
Bron: http://www.thaisverkeersbureau.nl/nieuws_thailand.asp?id=1422
Flamingo Holiday
March 16, 2010 by martin
Filed under Flamingo Family
Flamingo Holiday has started a new day program for families with children who are visiting Chiang Mai.
We offer a day full of fun for kids and parents for only 40 Baht per person.
What do you get for 40 Baht:
* Entrance to the swimming pool
* a free soft drink
* free use of the game facilities:
* Water toys in the pool
* Shuffelboard
* Computer games
* Soccer
* Badminton
* Pillow Fight
* Music
* Sports on big screen tv
You can also try some of our delicious food in our bar/restaurant.
We are open every day fom 10.00 am till 10.00 pm
Location: Flamingo Party Center, Mae Rim, Chiang Mai.
It’s on the road to the Prem international school.
See You Soon!!
Chiang Mai Zoo celebrates Lhin Ping’s 9th month
March 10, 2010 by martin
Filed under News and Information
Supoj Thiamyoj
Lhin Ping celebrated her 9th month with a party organized by Prasertsak Boontrakulpoonthawee, chief of panda research and display project in Thailand, Dr. Kannikar Nimtrakul, panda veterinarian on February 27.
Lhin Ping enjoys her new play area on her 9th month birthday celebration.
Prasertsak said Lhin Ping is now 9 months old and reaching the curious stage, where she likes to learn about the things around her and develop her skills. The Zoo has installed a play area for her so that she can develop.
Fan clubs from around the country presented gifts to Lhin Ping for her birthday.
About 30 people from the Ban King Kaew Vibulsanti orphanage visited Lhin Ping and brought her a birthday cake as well as a panda ice sculpture.
Lhin Ping enjoyed birthday cake, ice sculture and other gifts very much in her new play area, Prasertsak said, adding that now Lhin Ping is about 25.3 kilograms, and is very healthy.
“It is expected that Lhin Ping’s new house will be completed next month by the time she reaches 10 months old on March 27,” he concluded.
source: http://www.chiangmai-mail.com/current/news.shtml#hd2
Disneyland on Ice
The popular “Disney on Ice” is returning to Bangkok to make the last week of March a cool-off special for both children and adults. This time they will have a chance to see their beloved Disney characters and The Incredibles, plus fantastic skating, as they take a trip to Disneyland.
“Disney on Ice Presents: A Disneyland Adventure” will be staged at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani on March 26-31. The showtime is 7pm daily, plus 11am and 3pm shows on weekends and an extra 3pm matinee on Tue-Wed.
In an original story that picks up where the award-winning Disney/Pixar movie The Incredibles left off, “Disney on Ice Presents: A Disneyland Adventure” invites audiences to relive their fondest Disneyland memories as they join The Incredibles on a fun-filled vacation to the world-famous theme park.
Produced by Feld Entertainment, this adventure features an array of favourite Disney characters, including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald, Goofy, Pluto, Buzz Lightyear, Baloo, Disney Princesses Snow White and Cinderella, and The dhIncredibles.
In this spectacular production, the Parr family _ Bob, Helen, Violet, Dash and Jack-Jack _ attempt to be “normal” as they enjoy Disney’s most popular theme park attractions and meet famed Disney characters.
But, in one hilarious scene after another, The Incredibles’ super powers keep popping up at inopportune times, resulting in a series of comical mishaps. But it’s no laughing matter when the maniacal Syndrome shows up to spoil the fun, and The Incredibles help save the day!
Designed for people of all ages, the show will remind audiences of all the fun and unimaginable possibilities that Disneyland offers while capturing the escapades of The Incredibles.
Every element of the show, from the dazzling skating to the amazing lighting and vibrant costumes, was designed to capture the fun, nostalgic atmosphere of Disneyland in the early 1960s.
To ensure the show’s authenticity, the creative team uses an eclectic arrangement of colour and special effects to highlight the popular Disney attractions.
Fluid transitions are employed to transform the ice and take audiences on a whirlwind adventure, while new, state-of-the-art lighting equipment is operated to establish the right balance of bold colours and whirling special effects that are found throughout this ice spectacular.
As the style of the touring production is a distinct nod to the early 1960s, the retro-style costumes here are meant to capture the essence of the parks, from the vendors to the attractions and the guests.
When the doors of Disneyland open, park guests, cast members and vendors spill onto the ice dressed in dazzling garments reminiscent of the groovy era. From go-go boots to a raccoon-skinned cap to A-line skirts, the costume design team creates a throwback style with bold colours and attention to the smallest details, such as funky, wide-framed glasses and polka dots.
The production also sees brilliant choreography. The show begins with rip-roaring excitement when the Disneyland gates open. The Parr family are captivated by the Disney magic as the cast members and other park visitors dance to a hip Motown classic, setting the tone for an energetic and entertaining production.
From the animatronic-like motions of the Jungle Cruise monkeys to the graceful waltz of the ghosts in The Haunted Mansion, each attraction’s signature characteristics are highlighted to help audiences virtually experience Disneyland without leaving their hometown.
“Disney on Ice Presents: A Disneyland Adventure” brings together the talents of an acclaimed creative team and an international ensemble of world-class skaters to tell an original story that will allow audiences to relive their favourite Disneyland memories right here in Bangkok.
source: http://www.bangkokpost.com/entertainment/music/170501/disneyland-on-ice