To be honest there are some valid points made here, for and against. There currently is no government legislation as to who can or cannot teach any Martial art let alone Muay Thai. All you need is adequate public liability insurance and Instructor indemnity plus a CRB check to train children and that's it, you can even create your own 'style' of fighting and name it what you want.

So setting up an instructors'/Coaches'/trainers' course is equally not against the law.

It is up to the individual to decide if the quality and authenticity of the said course is valid and of use to them.

If someone wants a 'quick-fix' course to become a teacher then that's up to them, if they lack in any general experience or other qualifications then it is unlikely that they will succeed as instructors or trainers of fighters for long, our sport is very visible.

Perhaps it is better that a 'foundation' course like this is out there, so at least some platform is created to offer those without experience some basics of teaching. Maybe a better format, structure or syllabus is needed?

Is it a pass or fail course with an exam at the end or is it an attend and pass course?

It is unlikely a course that should threaten the well established instructors out there and I am sure it is not the only course in operation.

We all make/train/qualify our students at some time to become instructors/coaches etc.

Having a structured course may be a good idea, if it is run correctly, if it qualifies good, knowledgeable instructors. Having a government recognised or Sport England recognised course would be even better.

SHAUN