About Golden Mongkhon International (GMI)
Forging Muay Thai Legacy
Golden Mongkhon International (GMI) is a global Muay Thai sanctioning body founded in 2021 (officially registered in 2022) in Bangalore, India, by Ajarn Hemanth Kumar. GMI exists to create a structured, credible, and internationally connected platform for Muay Thai through Pro-Am and professional competition, official event sanctioning, recognized championships, and transparent athlete rankings.
We believe Muay Thai is more than a sport. It is a martial art built on discipline, respect, courage, and continuous self-improvement. Every initiative we undertake preserves the traditions and Wai Kru values of Muay Thai while applying modern standards of governance, athlete welfare, and competition safety.
What is Golden Mongkhon International?
Golden Mongkhon International is an independent Muay Thai organization dedicated to advancing the sport at every level. Our work focuses on three pillars: competition, governance, and development.
We provide the technical framework that allows athletes, coaches, officials, and promoters to grow together under shared rules and professional standards.
What We Do
1. Pro-Am Competition: A structured pathway bridging amateur and professional levels, allowing fighters to gain experience with appropriate safety and rules.
2. Professional Championships: Organizing and sanctioning elite Muay Thai title fights that showcase high-level talent.
3. Event Sanctioning: Providing official rules, technical standards, officiating, medical guidance, and recognition for sanctioned events.
4. Athlete Rankings: Maintaining transparent, performance-based rankings that recognize competitive achievement, not politics.
5. Athlete Development: Creating clear progression pathways so fighters can build careers through consistent competition.
6. Education & Certification: Developing certification programs for coaches, referees, judges, and cutmen to ensure professional standards.
7. International Collaboration: Working with gyms, clubs, promoters, and organizations worldwide to grow Muay Thai.
Our Purpose
To build a stronger future for Muay Thai by creating an ecosystem where athletes, coaches, officials, promoters, and organizations can grow together under shared standards of excellence. We are committed to making competition more accessible, athlete progression more transparent, and event organization more professional.
Our Values
Respect: Honouring the traditions, people, and spirit of Muay Thai.
Integrity: Upholding fairness, transparency, and ethical competition.
Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in every program and event.
Tradition: Preserving the cultural heritage, rituals, and Wai Kru of Muay Thai.
Innovation: Embracing modern systems and technology for sustainable growth.
Community: Building meaningful connections across the global Muay Thai family.
Our Vision
To become one of the world’s most respected Muay Thai organizations by delivering trusted championships, professional sanctioning, transparent rankings, and educational excellence that inspires the next generation.
Founded by Ajarn Hemanth Kumar
Golden Mongkhon International was founded by Ajarn Hemanth Kumar, a martial artist since age 14 and professional Muay Thai and MMA fighter since 2009.
Hemanth Kumar is a former champion in Karate, Pankration, Professional Muay Thai, and Professional MMA. His lifelong commitment to martial arts and athlete development led him to establish GMI as a cornerstone for structured Muay Thai growth in India and internationally.
As a coach and promoter, he has focused on creating safe, fair, and credible platforms for fighters to transition from amateur to professional competition.
Follow: Instagram @hemanth.muaythai
Why Golden Mongkhon International is Different
Golden Mongkhon International is built by fighters, for fighters. Unlike general combat sports bodies, we focus exclusively on Muay Thai. Our sanctioning includes official rulesets for Pro-Am and Professional, qualified officials, transparent bout approval, and official recognition of champions and rankings on goldenmongkhon.in.
Headquartered in Bangalore, India, GMI collaborates with affiliated gyms, clubs, and promoters to raise the standard of Muay Thai events.
FAQs about Golden Mongkhon International
What is Golden Mongkhon International?
Golden Mongkhon International (GMI) is a global Muay Thai sanctioning body founded in 2022 in Bangalore, India, that sanctions Pro-Am and professional Muay Thai events, manages official fighter rankings, and certifies officials.
Who founded Golden Mongkhon International?
GMI was founded in 2022 by Ajarn Hemanth Kumar, a professional Muay Thai and MMA fighter, champion in multiple martial arts, and martial arts coach since age 14.
Where is Golden Mongkhon based?
Golden Mongkhon International is headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, and works with partner gyms and promoters across India and internationally.
What does Golden Mongkhon sanction?
GMI sanctions Pro-Am Muay Thai bouts, professional Muay Thai championships, and provides official rules, referees, judges, and event recognition.
How can I get a GMI ranking?
Fighters earn a GMI ranking by competing and winning in GMI-sanctioned Pro-Am and professional events. Rankings are updated based on performance.
How do I sanction my Muay Thai event with GMI?
Promoters, gyms, and clubs can apply for GMI sanctioning through our official website at goldenmongkhon.in/contact for rules, officiating, and title approval.