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Traditional Muay Thai as practiced in Thailand does have a ranking system where Nak Muays can advance in levels or grades called Khans.  While we pride ourselves on honoring the roots of Muay Thai and teaching true Muay Thai at Empower Muay Thai, we recognize that one of the measures for gaining rank in Thailand, one's fight record, does not apply to us. Therefore we will use the other aspects of dedicated training to assess our Nak Muays. 

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Traditional Nak Muays wear armbands called Pra Jiads to indicate more than rank. They signal a fighter's dedication to sportsmanship, hard work, growth, and loyalty to name a few recognitions. These armbands are blessed by monks or trusted elders and have deep ties to Buddhism. In order to respect the spiritual nature of the traditional Pra Jiad while paying homage to the traditions, we will be using bracelets that loosely resemble some types of Pra Jiads that can be seen on professional Nak Muays.

There are three basic ranks in Thailand:

• White Pra Jiad: The white Pra Jiad is worn in the beginning of training to signal commitment to laying the foundation of their Muay Thai education and the fundamental techniques. 
• Red Pra Jiad: Once the fundamentals are solidified, the red Pra Jiad signals intermediate skill and experience. These Nak Muays have honed the foundations and advanced techniques are introduced.
• Blue Pra Jiad: Blue Pra Jiads are a warded to Nak Muays who have reached an advanced level of proficiency, These Nak Muays have shown comprehension of the art and can execute complex techniques effectively.

Between these ranks one can earn additional recognitions:

• Yellow: Respect for trainers, teachers, and the traditions of Muay Thai. 
• Orange: Energy and enthusiasm.
• Green: Balance and Adaptability.
• Black: Power and authority.
• Bronze: Recognition for technical mastery of a particular skill. Fighters can earn an additional recognition for each technique they hone.
• Purple: Consistency and Dedication Nak Muays earn this when they have shown a high level of dedication to the craft, consistently attending class and advancing their skill. Here the work they put in is much more important than the perfection of the skills.
• Silver/Gold: Silver or gold armbands are often reserved for higher-ranking fighters who have achieved significant milestones in their Muay Thai careers. 

At Empower Muay Thai, Nak Muays are evaluated in an ongoing fashion during classes. Every three months Nak Muays will have the opportunity to earn additions to their Kahn Pra Jiad based on their dedication and skill. At the end of the last class of that month, instructors will announce the recipients and provide them with the addition to their Pra Jiad. 

In Thailand, on Muay Thai Day, people celebrate the triumph of Nai Khanom Tom who bested nine Burmese fighters while Siam (now Thailand) was under siege. 

Nak Muays who are ready to advance to the next Khan will be promoted on or near March 17th, Muay Thai Day.