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JJ Superman Ambrose might have sat on his

dads lap until he was 12 (true story), but he can stillkick your ass. Having just snatched up the

Philippines National Championship in submission

grappling, the Ultimate Fighter vet and TMT pro is

on the cusp of breaking into

the big show.

Many believe the offer

will arrive when his four-fight

deal with Pacific Xtreme

Combat (PXC) runs its course

next year and, when Dana

White comes knocking this

time, Ambrose will be ready.

I was off my rocker during theUltimate Fighter, explains the 24

year-old Californian. I wasnt

thinking properly. I didnt even

end up making it into the house

which was kind of embarrassing.

Refocused and unwilling to

blow his second chance, the happily

married father of one has been training

and coaching at TMT full-time since April,

moving his record to 17-3.

There is something classic about Muay Thai,

he explains. Theres a magic to it. Tiger has openedme to a whole new martial art. Before it was all

hands and feet. Now its more knees and elbows. The

Thais have a different mindset. They have a natural

swagger.

It's that swagger that's helped him nail a fight

contract with Bellator Fighting Championships as a

lightweight contestant in their March tournament.When asked about his motivation - his desire to

fight - Ambrose answers as he always does -

honestly and to-the-point.

Its really not about

money, begins the fighter.

Id love to say I fight for my

family but that would be BS.

Its not about hurting people

either. Ive just always wanted

to fight. I cant help it. I just

came out swinging.

His father Joe agrees, saying that

Ambrose came out of the wombfighting for the underdogs of the

world.

He was always such a good kid,

remembers Joe. He wouldnt let

anyone get picked on. The world

changed the day he was born. Hes

pretty much my reason for existing

and I hope with everything I have that

he gets his dream.

Ambrose feels the weight of the expectations

around him, but says he uses that encouragement to

bolster his dedication.Its a burden and a blessing at the same time.

There is no choice for me. I dont know what else I

would do with my life. Its not that Im not capable

of anything else. Its just that nothing else would

seem right.

Superman

Strikes Again!

- Fitness Star

Ocean Bloom

Returns to TMT

- Tiger Moves to

the Future

- Big Buddha:

What to Expect?

- The Beauty of

the Wai Khru

- Two Television

Shows Film at

Tiger

- Fight Girls Star

Ariana Rameriz

Stops By

- Thai Trainer

Mac in the

Spotlight

Tiger Alumnus Ebersole Grinds Out Decision Win

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A last-minute opponent switch didn't seem

to faze Brian Ebersole all that much. He

managed to put an end to Claude Patrick's

winning streak at UFC 140 on Dec. 10th. The

split decision win pushes his pro record to

49-14-1. Having trained at Tiger twice before,

Ebersole came out a third time for three weeks

this past October to prep for the fight.

"I had some really good training partners,"

Ebersole told TMT productions shortly before

he left. "It's been a pretty fun little whirlwind of

excitement."

Having just signed a deal with Tapout, life

can't get much better according to Ebersole.

"I've been blessed with a lot of

opportunity."

Ebersole had a friendly battle with MMA pro

Benny Alloway (far left) while training at Tiger.

He also gave an eagerly-awaited seminar.

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The three months I spent at Tiger Muay Thai & MMA were

absolutely awesome!!! Not only did I take part in world class

training, but I was also able to see the best of everything that Phuket

has to offer with the help of my knowledgeable and friendly guide

Mr. Chris Moir who runs Kickin' It Tiger.

My reasons for coming to Tiger weren't necessarily to become

a fighter. I was, however, able to participate in excellent Muay Thai

training as well as their Body Fit class which was, at that time, run

by pro fighter Dorian Price. He was nothing short of excellent in

helping me to achieve my goals while here.

Along with Body Fit, I spent many, many consecutive days in

the weight room with industry professional, and overall nice guy,

Peter The Thai Hulk, who is TMT's strength and conditioning

coach. He also happens to be a full-time professional bodybuilder

competing regularly on the Asia super circuit.

In the past three months my daily weight training was focused

on volume less weight, more reps (ten sets of ten) for every

exercise. My training/dieting here at the camp was also made well

easier with the on-site location of the Tiger Grill serving a wide

variety of healthy and delicious meal options that were utterlyessential in helping me properly execute my low-carb diet plan.

Since then, I've managed to put on 5 kg's of lean mass and drop

approximately 7 per cent body fat.Thanks Tiger and Kickin' It for helping me to have the absolute

best trip possible here in beautiful Phuket!!!

Guest Testimonial of the Week

Marcel Klein Goes from Ordinary to Outstanding

Important Dates to Keep in MindDec 17th - Camp closed from 7 pm onwards for the staffChristmas Party.

No Muay Thai classes due to the camps annual blessingceremony.

TMT Phi Phi cruise trip from 8-5 pm. Regularly 2,500Baht/Special price 1,900 Baht. Snorkeling and buffet lunchincluded.Dec. 18- TMT Holiday: Office & Camp Closed

Dec. 19 - Poth Pard-Noi Wor Rawut , the man credited for

bringing Muay Thai to Europe 30 years ago, is holding aseminar at 3 pm. He was Thailand's top Muay Thai fighter in

1972. Cost: 300 Baht Tiger Guests/500 Baht for non-guests.

Dec. 24 - BBQ Beatdown 43: Christmas Edition

Dec. 25 - Grill Closed. Camp open 11-5 pm

Dec. 31 & Jan. 1st- TMT Office and Camp Closed.

SPECIAL PROMOTION

Buy 2,000 Baht worth of product from theTiger Gear Shop andget 10% off for the

holidays!

Pick up your TMT

clothing, hand wraps,shinguards, glovesand everything in

between today!

Tongues were wagging last week at TMT as female Muay Thai

world champion and star of Oxygens Fight Girls, Ariana

Ramirez, stepped into the ring. The beauty couldnt pass up some

private training with WMC and Rajadamnern Stadium Champion,

Lamsongkram Chuwattana while in Thailand.

Alongside her husband, four-time world Muay Thai champion

Kru Alberto Ramirez, the two snuck in some sparring at Tiger whileon their second honeymoon. Both retired from fighting, the couple

own and operate Chaisai Muay Thai in Seattle, which has the most

champions in the Washington area. When it comes to knowing what

it takes to win, Kru Albertos advice is clear.

You have to sacrifice, he says matter-of-factly. Success

doesnt come without a price. Your best fights will come after some

of your hardest losses. If you havent lost, you havent fought the

right people.

The couple, who were married in 2002, plan on returning

to Tiger Muay Thai next year, saying TMT has added a

personalized approach to Muay Thai training with its all-around

targeting of fitness and nutrition.

Fight Girl Star and Muay Thai World Champion Heats up Tiger

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She walks into the room, unassuming and undone - her hair

in a ponytail and her heart on her sleeve. There are no costumes

and no heavy make-up. There is nothing to suggest grandeur and

yet, in an instant, its easy to tell why Ocean Bloom has managed

to become one of North Americas

leading fitness personalities.

One would understand if she copped

an attitude. After all, shes competed in

over thirty fitness competitions - winning

about 80 per cent of them, and been featured

in over fifty magazines - many of them

covers.

Shes worked with celebrities like Jean-

Claude Van Damme and Arnold

Schwarzenegger, been involved with movies

such as X Men 2 and I Robot, and made dozens

of television appearances.

In short, shes a major star without the major

ego - something she attributes to an awakening

several years ago.

I competed for 14 years, starts the blue-eyed

Canadian beauty.

It was an outlet for creative and physical

expression. That was the initial draw, but itbecame about being judged. It became so

extreme that my life felt empty and lacking in

other ways. People thought I was beautiful on

the outside, but I wasnt experiencing joy and

fulfillment. I felt disconnected from my real purpose

in life.

It was that search for purpose that drew her to Thailand and,

thanks to friend and MMA star Roger Huerta, Tiger Muay Thai.

Ive lived a very solitary life, explains the 2005 World

Fitness Champion who was raised as an only child by a single

mom. "I didnt have a family environment. As a competitor I

trained by myself and I didnt have that group energy or

camaraderie. I found what I was missing in Thailand. I found my

family when I came to Tiger.

Back in Phuket after a brief stint in

Canada, Bloom is now teaching yoga and

Body Fit classes at Tiger Muay Thai. She

is also available for private training

sessions.

Blooms primary focus is on strength,

flexibility, and endurance. Understanding

that people of all fitness levels come to her

sessions, she aims to make everyone work to

the best of their ability.

I believe in empowerment, not

punishment. In my classes I like to create

positive experiences that motivate and energize,"

says Bloom, who has taken over 500 hours of

yoga teacher training.

"One of the reasons I came back to Tiger is

because my perception is that many people, for

whatever reason, dont feel loved, supported

or encouraged in their daily lives.At TMT you are surrounded by a ton of

people who want you to reach your goal. You

wont be judged. We just appreciate you

coming into our family.

Yoga runs Monday through Friday at 6:30 am

with Body Fit following at 8 am. A second Body Fit class (not

included in monthly training fees) runs at 3 pm.

Private sessions with Ocean can be bought at the front office

for a cost of 1,500 Baht.

An Ocean Apart From Ordinary

Top fitness competitor and model returns to TMT

"Thailand and

Tiger have been

such amazing

blessings."

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UK's Hit Show "Embarrassing Bodies" Shoots at TMTThe doctor was in the house last week as

Channel 4s award-winning television show,

Embarrassing Bodies, filmed at Tiger Muay Thai.

Twelve TMT guest fighters starred in thespecial, which will highlight safe sex and a healthy

lifestyle.

The segment we filmed was a bit of fun with

a serious message underneath, explains show

host, Dr. Dawn Harper. The guys were wild! Im

really impressed with this camp and the discipline

of the fighters here. We couldnt have picked a

better spot for filming.

The UK show, which highlights embarrassing

medical conditions, has won two BAFTA awards

since its inception in 2007. The crew originally

came on-site to do a special about current TMTguest, James Mason who has lost 63 kg to date and

battled a rare bacterial infection.

"James has an incredible story," says the

mother of three. "He's one of those people who

will reach their goals."

After seeing the camp, the show decided to

shoot an additional segment on-site. Both shows

air in February 2012.

James

Mason

gets his

moment

(Above)"Embarrassing Bodies" show host, Dr. Dawn Harper, gets a lift from a few hard-bodied fighters. Easy boys! She's married!

Don't Forget!* Training prices for

Peter, the Thai Hulk,

have increased to

1,000 Baht per session

* Yoga starts at 6:30

am instead of 7 am

K-1 Kickboxer, Rickard Nordstrand, Back at TigerYou wouldn't know it by talking to him, but

Rickard Nordstrand is a pretty big deal. Not only is

the Swedish K-1 kickboxer a WMC World Light

Heavyweight Champion, but he's also a movie star.

"We've filmed two movies and the first is

coming out Jan.13th," says the fighter with a slightly

embarrassed grin. "It's a James Bond type of thing."

Having been to Tiger four times, Nordstrand

originally started fighting as a way to stay fit for

hockey.

"When I started fighting there was just

something special about it. There is this mixed

sense of hate, happiness and fear."

When asked if his fighting days are done nowthat the lights and cameras are on, Nordstrand

hesitates.

"I've said before that I won't fight anymore, but

then I do it again. I'll never say that I'm done for sure.

You just never know what's going to happen."

Tiger Muay Thai would

like to extend our

deepest sympathies to

TMT TrainerKomrit and his

family on the loss of his

father who died in a

motorcycle accident

Dec. 12th.

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xplore Phuket

They say getting there is half the fun. "They" obviously haven't been

to Big Buddha. Sitting approximately 25 meters wide by 45 meters high,

it isn't just the world's largest Buddha that impresses. The road leading

there is equally as jaw-dropping with its winding, uphill path and steep

inclines. The rewards, however, are worth the pain. Friendly elephants,

cheeky monkeys, blessings from monks and stunning sea views await

anyone willing to tackle the five kilometer hike.

A few tips:

- Take a right out of TMT followed by a left at the main road. Follow

the signs and watch for the turnoff on your right.

-Remember to bring money (plenty of pit-stops available on your

way up), water and sunscreen.

-Keep in mind that this is a sacred space, so sleeveless arms and

exposed legs will be covered with sarongs upon your arrival.

- It is possible to be blessed by a monk once inside. Remember to

remove your shoes and wait your turn. Once signaled kneel in front of the

monk to receive your bracelet and blessing.

The Toughest Climb in Town

(Above) The Big Buddha looms at sunset. (Below left) TMT

guest, Cara Bianchetto, gets a smooch from her new friend

Popeye,while (below right) TMT guest Alan "The Kid"

Gutierrez checks out the view on the way to the top.

"Don't let them charge you to take photos at the viewpoint."

Karl Grouwstra (UK)

"Just take a bike! Don't walk or run." Steve Wadley (USA)

"It's a bad Idea to rock up there at night. You better watch out for the

stray elephants!" Fredrik Bjornander (Sweden)

"You'll want to quit within the first five minutes - don't!"

Cara Bianchetto

dvice from the Pros (aka TMT Guests)

Thai Trainer Spotlight

Ajarn Mac: The Highest Ranked

Trainer at TigerRaised in a poor family, Samurn

Suttiwiset (aka Ajarn Mac) didn't

have fancy toys or expensive family

holidays. Tiger's master instructor

does, however, vividly remember the

day he discovered something much

more valuable.

"There was a temple festival

once a year," explains the veteran of

196 fights - 146 of them wins. "I'll

never forget seeing my first Muay

Thai fight. It seemed like a

gentleman's sport. It looked

honorable and fair."

By the age of 10, Mac had

started fighting to help support his

family, training under his uncle,

former Ratchadamnern champion,

Yodthong Sahaisurk. He soon

became known for his strong

elbowing technique with fewopponents able to block it.

"Fighting is man to man," says

the married father of two. "But it is

always about you. You fight

yourself. It's about what's inside."

During the prime of his fighting

career Mac competed on Thai

television beating notable fighters

Ruan Pair Sitwatnang and Wichannai

Pornthaw. He also claimed the E-San

Championship belt.

Retiring at the age of 33, Mac is

now Head Trainer Phet Chaimanee's

assistant at TMT. He's been with

Tiger Muay Thai for five years and

says there's no way he'll ever leave.

"Everything here is perfect,"

says Suttiwiset, who has trained

many Muay Thai champions. "Tiger

has a system that works and it is

organized. Everyone has their own

responsibility and that makes for

better training."

When asked about the legacy he

leaves for his family and if he wants

his son to study Muay Thai, thetrainer simply shakes his head.

"I want my son to do something

different and know more about the

world. There are already enough

fighters in the family."

Head trainer Phet Chaimanee (left) translated the

interview with Samurn Suttiwiset (aka Mac)

pictured on the right.

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Former Miss Switzerland Brings Travel Show to TMTThe bevy of beauties continued at

Tiger Muay Thai last week with

former Miss Switzerland, Tajna

Gutmann, and Nina-Vanessa

Heinemann on-site to study the art of

Muay Thai.

The hosts of the

new Swiss travel show,The Holiday Checker,

learned the ropes during

the beginners Muay

Thai class before going

one-on-one with

Rachadamnuen

champions, Kru Lamsongkram and

his brother, Kru Laimangkon.

This was the perfect experience

because it was real, explained

Heinemann right after the session.

It isnt just for tourists. I cant

believe what you get for the price.

Theres no way youll get something

like this anywhere else.

The show, which features the

ladies trying a variety of different

adventure activities, has already

filmed in the Canary

Islands, the Dominican

Republic and Egypt.Traveling has been

an incredible experience,

exclaims Gutmann. It has

allowed us to see so many

wonderful things and meet

such amazing people...just

like the people here at Tiger.

When asked to compare her

pageant days to her day of training,

the former title holder could only

shake her head and laugh.

The Holiday Checker airs

February 2012.

"This was the

perfect experiencebecause it was

real."

Show Host Nina-

Vanessa Heinemann

Tiger Muay Thai on the Move: An Interview with the Man on TopWill McNamara, the owner of Tiger Muay Thai, is a bit like

Charlie from Charlie's Angels. You don't actually see him much in

the flesh, but he's always there. Guiding Tiger on a daily basis,

MacNamara helps oversee every aspect of the camp from afar and

has big plans for the future.

What makes Tiger different?

TMT is committed to our continuing responsibility to theKingdom of Thailand and to our employees to represent and

promote the national sport of Thailand the best we can.

TMT believes in the ancient traditions that Muay Thai is built

on for over 700 years. We honor those traditions by showing

respect for the sport and those involved in cherishing the heritage

of Muay Thai. TMT will continue to help our trainers and their

families whenever and however we can.

How has TMT evolved over the past few years?

We have worked hard to develop new training programs like

Body Fit and TRX, but always keeping our eye on giving our

guests the best experience we can offer. We have also worked

hard on the development of the BBQ Beatdowns and giving guests

a chance to have amateur fights in Muay Thai, Boxing, MMA, and

BJJ.

We are now expanding TMT to other locations like ChiangMai and offering investors in other areas of the world a chance to

become a part of the TMT family and the experience.

What's in store?

More of the same! TMT is built on the foundation of offering

our guests a unique and quality experience while training in

Thailand at TMT. Our guests come first in all things we do at

TMT.

Will Elliott it set to become the new

President of Operations for Thailand. I have

a great belief in Elliott's ability to attain the

goals I set forth for TMT and always

remember

that serving and helping our guests is our

first priority.

Elliott will be leading the way as we

complete our newest training camp in

Chiang Mai and the next outside Bangkok.

We will also be expanding into foreign

markets across the world with the TMT

brand.

What is the vision for TMT?

Always be setting new goals that serve

our guests best interests and that of TMT asa business. Always be innovative in

identifying trends in our industry and lead

the way setting an example for others to

follow. TMT will lead the way in bringing

authentic Muay Thai training to the rest of

the world.

Why Do Muay Thai Fighters

Dance Before a Fight?The Wai Khru Ram Muay is a ritual

performed before every fight to show respect

to the fighter's teachers.

Wai is the action of putting the hands

together like a prayer. Khru means teacher.

Ram refers to the old traditional style and

Muay means boxing.

The Wai Khru involves circling the ring

three times before kneeling and bowing three

times. The fighter traditionally bows to

Buddha to ask for protection for himself and

his opponent.The Ram Muay demonstrates the fighter's

control and style. It is done towards the

audience and can be quite personalized. Often

it gives hints to the fighter's background and

training.

Tiger

Trainer

Noppadet,

the "King of

Knees,"

demonstrates

the Wai Khru