Chok Muay Chats Ep. 45: Oli Jenkins: Coaching Foreign Fighters in Thailand’s Toughest Stadiums.

In this episode, I sit down with Oli Jenkins, striking coach at Silk Muay Thai in Pattaya, to dive deep into his journey and insights from years of living and coaching in Thailand. We cover everything from his early beginnings in the UK to establishing himself in the heart of Thailand’s Muay Thai scene. Oli opens up about his coaching philosophy, the blend of Western and Thai approaches, and why mastering fundamentals like footwork, guard, and distance control is still the key to success. We also explore: His transition from the UK to Thailand and what motivated the move The culture and fighter roster at Silk Muay Thai Why Pattaya is such a unique hub for Muay Thai compared to Bangkok or Phuket The process of preparing fighters for major stadium bouts at Rajadamnern and Lumpinee How fighters adapt to 5-round stadium scoring systems The balance between physical and mental preparation in fight camps Beyond the gym, Oli shares his perspective on the modern Muay Thai landscape, including the opportunities and misconceptions foreigners face on the Thai circuit, and how social media, sports science, and globalization are shaping the sport’s future. Finally, we talk advice for fighters and coaches, from avoiding common mistakes in Thailand, to building trust with fighters, staying injury-free, and keeping the right mindset for long-term success. Oli closes with his biggest career highlights so far, his bucket list goals, and where he sees himself and Silk Muay Thai in the next 5 years. If you’re a fighter, coach, or fan of the sport, this episode is packed with value. 🎙 Hosted by: Joe Comerford 📱 Follow me: Instagram: @joecomerfordmuaythai TikTok: @jcmuaythai YouTube: @joecomerfordmuaythai 👤 Guest: Oli Jenkins 📱 Follow Megan: @oli_jenkins_silk 🔔 Subscribe to Chok Muay Chats for weekly conversations with fighters, coaches, and industry insiders shaping the future of Muay Thai. 🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms. #MuayThai #ChokMuayChats #SilkMuayThai #OliJenkins #Rajadamnern #Lumpinee #MuayThaiPodcast