tony Jaa:
Tony Jaa was born in Surin province, Isan, Thailand, and was raised in a rural area in Surin. He graduate bachelor's degree from Maha Sarakarm Institute of Physical Education. His hometown is 400 km from Bangkok. As he grew up he watched films by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, Vince Lam and Jet Li at temple fairs, which was his inspiration to learn martial arts.

Taekowndo:
Taekwondo is characterized by its emphasis on head-height kicks, jumping and spinning kicks, and fast kicking techniques. In fact, World Taekwondo Federation sparring competitions award additional points for strikes that incorporate spinning kicks.