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Upcoming Events

  • KNOCKOUT NATION 5
    KNOCKOUT NATION 5
    08 Nov 2025, 17:00 – 22:00
    Picolinos, Rustic Timbers Garden Centre, 42 Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, Sandton, 2055, South Africa
    Step into the heart of Muaythai at Knockout Nation 5 - where warriors rise, legends are born and every strike tells a story. Be there to feel the adrenaline, the passion, and the knockout moments that define champions.
  • Valor
    Valor
    08 Nov 2025, 10:00 – 14:00
    Sandton, 42 Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, Sandton, 2055, South Africa
    K1
  • Knockout Nation 04
    Knockout Nation 04
    30 Aug 2025, 16:30 – 23:20
    Picolinos, 42 Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, Sandton, 2068, South Africa
    Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Knockout Nation on August 30th at Picolinos! Experience an epic lineup of 12 Muay Thai fights of which you will witness one professional fight and one title fight, all while enjoying delicious pizza with your family and friends.
  • Knockout Nation 03
    Knockout Nation 03
    08 Mar 2025, 13:30 – 20:30
    Picolinos, 42 Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, Sandton, 2068, South Africa
    Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Knockout Nation on March 8th at Picolinos! Experience an epic lineup of 17 Muay Thai fights, all while enjoying delicious pizza with your family and friends.
  • Knockout Nation Summer Festival
    Knockout Nation Summer Festival
    02 Nov 2024, 10:00 – 17:00
    Picolinos, 42 Witkoppen Rd, Fourways, Sandton, 2068, South Africa
    Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Knockout Nation Summer Festival on November 2nd at Picolinos! Experience an epic lineup of Boxing, K1, and Muay Thai fights, all while enjoying delicious pizza with your family and friends.
  • Muay Boran Course
    Muay Boran Course
    12 Oct 2024, 08:00 – 11:00
    Johannesburg, 72 Rabie St, Fontainebleau, Johannesburg, 2032, South Africa
    Dive into the traditional fighting style known for its powerful techniques and tactical mastery.
  • Referees Refresher Course
    Referees Refresher Course
    11 Oct 2024, 18:00 – 20:00
    Johannesburg, 72 Rabie St, Fontainebleau, Johannesburg, 2032, South Africa
    Designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of both new and experienced Muay Thai referees. This course will cover updated rules, officiating techniques, and in-ring decision-making, ensuring all participants are well-equipped to maintain the highest standards of fairness and safety.
  • Traditional Muay Thai Fighting Style Seminar
    Traditional Muay Thai Fighting Style Seminar
    07 Sept 2024, 09:00 – 12:00
    Randburg, 72 Rabie St, Fontainebleau, Randburg, 2194, South Africa
    Discover your Traditional Muay Thai fighting style in a focused 4-hour seminar! Join us from 9 AM to 12 PM to dive deep into the fundamentals.
  • Knockout Nation
    Knockout Nation
    27 Jul 2024, 18:00 – 23:50
    Johannesburg, 1 Chambers St, Booysens, Johannesburg, 2091, South Africa
    Get ready for an electrifying night of world-class Muay Thai action at Knockout Nation! This premier event brings together top fighters from around the country for an unforgettable showcase of skill, strength, and strategy.

 Kru David Spagnolo

 

“Knock down seven times, stand up eight.”

Biography

David Spagnolo has been dedicated to martial arts and combat sports since 1974. Training under the influential Shihan Stuart Booth, he earned his 3rd Dan in Goju Ryu Karate, developing a strong technical foundation and discovering his passion for teaching early in his journey. His love for combat sports led him to Muay Thai, where he mastered the art and earned prestigious certifications.

 

Most recently, David achieved Khan 10 in Thailand at the Kru Muaythai Association, training at Luktupfah Muaythai & Muay Boran under Senior Grand Master Chinawut Sirisompan. He also served as a referee at the WMO World Championships in Thailand, proudly representing South Africa on the global stage.

 

Achievements

■ 3rd Dan in Goju Ryu Karate under Shihan Stuart Booth

■ Khan 10 (Muay Thai Technical Rank) — earned at Kru Muaythai Association, Luktupfah Muaythai & Muay Boran under Senior Grand Master Chinawut Sirisompan

■ Referee at the WMO World Championships in Thailand

■ Sanctioned Elite Muay Thai with W.M.O. (World Muaythai Organization)

■ Sanctioned Elite Muay Thai with WKU K1 SA for Kickboxing

 

Leadership Roles

■ President – Knockout Nation: Prestigious Muaythai boxing promotion hosting top-class events and creating opportunities for athletes to compete at the highest level.

■ President – Valor: K1 Kickboxing promotion sanctioned by WKU K1 SA, promoting elite-level K1 events and supporting the growth of kickboxing in South Africa.

Teaching Philosophy

As head instructor at Elite Muay Thai Baron, David has cultivated a family-oriented gym culture where everyone supports and inspires one another. Whether students are preparing for competition or simply seeking personal growth, David is passionate about unlocking each individual’s potential through the power, discipline, and respect that Muay Thai instills. paragraph.

 

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