Muaythai World Gala Dinner

A special Muaythai Gala Dinner was held in honor of His Majesty the King of Thailand’s 80th Birthday and to celebrate the inclusion of IFMA into GAISF.


Many high profile sporting personalities from around the world attended the dinner, including the President of GAISF, IOC Members and representatives from all GAISF and IOC recognized Martial Arts

Over 1,000 guests attended, with representatives from 102 National Muaythai Federations, what was an unforgettable night for all. The evening included a cultural display with Thai dancing, Thai puppet shows and traditional music performances and a delicious dinner.

The President of GAISF and IOC Member made an emotional speech to the audience, officially welcoming Muaythai into the world sporting community and GAISF, a partner of the IOC. His Excellency the Minister of Tourism & Sports for Thailand spoke on behalf of the Royal Thai Government and presented plaques to all dignitaries who have performed outstanding work for the development of Muaythai in 2007. Also, the IFMA Humanitarian Award, presented to the Federation, which has performed outstanding work on the charity side of the sport as part of the Muaythai Against Drugs campaign, and the award went to the Ukrainian Muaythai Federation for their inspirational work with street children and orphans. The award reflected IFMA’s policy is that sport can make a difference.

The fact that over 1,000 people from 102 countries, including representatives from all IOC and GAISF recognized martial arts came together for this wonderful event shows that Muaythai is truly a recognized member of the martial arts and sporting worlds.

IFMA would like to thank all our friends from GAISF especially all martial art member federations and we are looking forward to the 2010 GAISF Combat games.