activities · 13
what they do
direct service · 10
- Developing National Amateur Muay Thai Circuit Competitive Martial Arts & Strength Sports EventsThe organization collaborated with USEACA and WBC to develop a National Amateur Muay Thai circuit, aiming to unify national and international competition rankings.
- Develops national Muay Thai circuits and rankings Competitive Martial Arts & Strength Sports EventsCollaborated with USEACA and WBC to establish a National Amateur Muay Thai circuit and hosts events that unify national and international competition rankings, supporting the development of North American Muay Thai athletes.
- Hosting Community Engagement and Wellness EventsThe organization hosts 28 events annually to promote community engagement and cultural experiences, and also hosts wellness events in partnership with local yoga instructors, body and energy workers, and educators to support community well-being.
- Hosts community wellness and cultural engagement eventsOrganizes up to 28 annual events that promote community well-being and Southeast Asian cultural experiences, including wellness events with yoga instructors and energy workers, and gatherings that engage community members and vendors across the Southwest U.S.
- Hosts professional and amateur Muay Thai competitions Competitive Martial Arts & Strength Sports EventsOrganizes multiple Muay Thai "super shows" and up to 24 smoker events annually in Phoenix, Arizona, featuring national and international athletes competing under authentic stadium rules. These events serve as platforms for athletes to compete for state, national, and international recognition, including through the Stadium Champ Grand Prix and Muay Thai Super Series.
- Organizing Muay Thai Competitions and Events Competitive Martial Arts & Strength Sports EventsThe organization hosts multiple Muay Thai super shows annually, featuring national and international athletes competing under authentic stadium rules, and organizes amateur Muay Thai competitions for state and national titles, including up to 24 smoker events and 4 super shows annually to develop North American Muay Thai athletes. They also founded the Stadium Champ Grand Prix in Phoenix, Arizona, upholding international standards.
- Provides event production and ticketing services Tour & Event Ticketing SystemsOffers event ticketing and box-office systems for major events, such as the SCGP SEASON 2 FINALE, supporting operational logistics for large-scale martial arts productions.
- Provides free Muay Thai and physical education programs for youth Muay Thai and Kickboxing InstructionOffers no-cost Muay Thai training and physical education to children, including at a Phoenix elementary school that discontinued sports programs due to funding issues, promoting access to martial arts and fitness for underserved youth.
- Providing Muay Thai Education and Training Muay Thai and Kickboxing InstructionThe organization teaches Muay Thai / Muay Lao Kickboxing, a Southeast Asian Martial Art, and provides students with opportunities to participate in a Muay Thai Program at no cost, including teaching children at an elementary school in Phoenix.
- Providing Youth Development Programs Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsThe organization provides youth development programs focused on entrepreneurship, multimedia creativity, and professional competition.
capacity building · 3
- Capacity Building for NonprofitsThrough FreeNonprofitMarketing.com, the organization helps numerous nonprofits secure grants and establish online campaigns for fundraising and website traffic.
- Delivers youth development programs in entrepreneurship and multimedia Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsRuns youth development initiatives focused on entrepreneurship, multimedia creativity, and professional competition, building skills beyond martial arts training.
- Provides nonprofit capacity-building support through FreeNonprofitMarketing.comOperates FreeNonprofitMarketing.com, a resource that helps nonprofits secure grants and launch online fundraising campaigns, increasing their website traffic and organizational capacity.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Adult Development through World-Class Training adult_developmentThe organization provides adult development programs with world-class instructors and training centers in North America, promoting amateur and professional level events to raise awareness of ASEAN Arts and unify competition rankings.
- Community Advocacy and Infrastructure Development community_advocacy_and_developmentThe organization advocates for communities, collaborates with leaders and policymakers to increase resources, and plans to build a multi-functional stadium to serve as a headquarters, connecting with national and international networks.
- Community Advocacy and Resource Mobilization community_advocacy_and_collaborationThe organization advocates for communities and collaborates with local and national leaders and policymakers to increase resources that support and empower individuals, families, and communities. It also plans to develop infrastructure, such as a multi-functional stadium, to serve as a hub for national and international networks.
- Cultural Preservation and Promotion through Arts and Events cultural_preservation_and_promotionThe organization promotes Southeast ASEAN arts and culture, including Muay Thai, through authentic events, seminars, workshops, and cultural integration (food, music, traditions) to preserve cultural heritage, enhance social well-being, and engage communities.
- Cultural Preservation and Promotion through Authentic Experiences cultural_preservation_through_artsThe organization preserves and promotes Southeast ASEAN culture, particularly Muay Thai, by integrating authentic cultural elements like food, music, traditions, and ceremonies into events and by promoting arts within North America. This approach aims to engage the community, enhance social well-being, and keep traditions alive.
- Culturally Sensitive Recovery culturally_sensitive_recoveryThe organization empowers individuals in recovery by incorporating traditional wisdom and spiritual understanding into culturally-sensitive approaches.
- Ethical Governance and Professional Conduct ethics-based_governanceThe organization adopts ethical principles aligned with international standards (e.g., International Olympic Council) to guide decision-making and requires all participants, including athletes and vendors, to adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct at its events.
- Ethics-Based Governance and Professional Conduct ethics-based_governanceThe organization adopts ethical principles aligned with the International Olympic Council to guide decision-making and requires all participants, including athletes, vendors, and media, to adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct standards.
- Holistic Youth Development through Martial Arts and Alternative Pathways youth_development_and_community_empowermentThe organization uses Muay Thai as a holistic practice to integrate mental, physical, and emotional development for youth, fostering life skills, discipline, and self-defense. Additionally, it provides alternative pathways to success through programs in entrepreneurship, digital media, and coaching for underserved community members, guiding and inspiring them through mentorship and opportunities.
- Holistic Youth and Adult Development through Martial Arts and Alternative Pathways holistic_developmentThe organization uses Muay Thai as a holistic practice to foster mental, physical, and emotional development, providing youth with an outlet for expression, life skills, and healthy living. It also offers alternative pathways to success in entrepreneurship, digital media, and competitive professions for underserved community members, alongside adult development programs.
- Needs-Based Program Enrollment needs-based_enrollmentThe organization utilizes an application process that requires prospective students to outline their story, dreams, and needs to determine how programs can best assist them, ensuring tailored support.
- Needs-Based Program Enrollment and Culturally Sensitive Recovery needs-based_program_enrollmentThe organization determines how best to assist prospective students by requiring an application outlining their story, dreams, and needs. It also empowers individuals in recovery through culturally-sensitive approaches that incorporate traditional wisdom and spiritual understanding.
- Tiered Athlete Development and Community Building athlete_developmentThe organization operates a tiered competition circuit and collaborates with partner organizations to develop athletes from novice to professional levels, providing consistent opportunities for high-level competition to foster success and build the Muay Thai community.
- Tiered Athlete Development and Competitive Pathways tiered_athlete_developmentThe organization develops athletes from novice to professional levels through a tiered competition circuit and tri-state competitions with partner organizations. This approach provides opportunities for athletes to test their skills against high-level competition, fostering their success and building the Muay Thai community.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Adult Development Program
High-intensity Muay Thai training for adults led by world-class instructors, preparing athletes for amateur and professional competition
Alternative Pathways to Success
Program offering community members access to entrepreneurship, digital media, coaching, and other non-traditional career skills
Stadium Champ Grand Prix
Professional and amateur Muay Thai competition series established in 2017 that provides an authentic stadium-style experience in Phoenix, Arizona
Youth Development Program
Muay Thai and character-building program for children as young as 6, focusing on discipline, respect, confidence, and self-defense
relationships · 18
who they work with
- Coder Dojo OC Partner — Da Phakousonh is the Co-Founder of Coder Dojo OC.
- Im-possible.org Partner — Da Phakousonh is on the board of advisory for Im-possible.org.
- International Olympic Committee (IOC) Partner — Muay Thai / Muay Lao is recognized by the IOC for competition.
- Kids Code Academy Partner — Da Phakousonh is the Co-Founder of Kids Code Academy.
- MUAYTHAI AND MUAY BORAN SPORTS ASSOCIATION IN THAILAND Partner — Bantao Ronnakorn holds the title of "KRUYAI" OR MASTER by the MUAYTHAI AND MUAY BORAN SPORTS ASSOCIATION IN THAILAND.
- PeopleSpace Partner — Da Phakousonh was part of the team that helped set up PeopleSpace, a co-working space in Orange County.
- School of Devs Partner — Da Phakousonh is the Co-Founder of School of Devs.
- Ticketor Partner — Provided event ticketing and box-office system for the SCGP SEASON 2 FINALE.
- USEACA Partner — Partnered to promote live Muay Thai events.
- USEACA Partner — Vinn is the Arizona state director for USEACA and has certifications as a judge and referee with the organization.
- United South East Asia Cultural Association Partner — Partnered to develop a National Amateur Muay Thai circuit.
- WBC Partner — Collaborated with to promote live Muay Thai events and develop the National Amateur circuit.
- WBC Partner — Partnered to promote live Muay Thai events.
- body and energy workers Partner — Partners with body and energy workers to provide wellness opportunities.
- companies and programs Partner — Collaborates with companies and programs to deliver entrepreneurship, digital media, and coaching skills to community members.
- educators Partner — Works with educators to offer wellness and skill-building programs.
- local Yoga instructors Partner — Collaborates with local yoga instructors to deliver wellness events.
- national and community-based leaders and policymakers Partner — Collaborates with national and community-based leaders and policymakers to increase resources and support for community empowerment.