Lerdrit is a Thai form of martial arts taught, and used by the Royal Thai Army. Without utitlizing fists, but instead open hands, it is basically a watered down version of Muay Thai. Forward pressure, kicks, knees and elbows are all major concepts in Lerdrit. With its close combat techniques, it is among the most realistic and effective form of martial arts used in today's militaries. Hawaiian State Grappling Championships. ... // Units The Royal Thai Army is divided into 4 regional army commands: First Army (consisting of the 1st, 2nd, 9th and 11th infantry divisions, and 1st development division) is headquartered in Bangkok and is responsible for the countrys western and central provinces including the capital city. ... Muay Thai (Thai มวยไทย, IPA /muai32 tʰai32/) (Thai Boxing) is the Thai name for a indigenous form of martial art practiced in several southeast Asian countries including Cambodia (where it is known as Pradal Serey). ...

• It is of note, while later proven untrue, that the video game character M. Bison from the Street Fighter series was said to use this style of fighting.