That’s the Dutch work out and it works great!
Nothing wrong with a belt system to keep people motivated. Not sure using Cordeiro as a justification works though lol
I like it because the pads make the target area a bit far and the gloves keep both opponents eyes on each other and focused. It is more personal. And personal is where the violence is. Technique must be tight and that is where the gloves come in vs the pads. I really think bang muay thai is super skilled versus tradtional. It will also prolong your MT “career” or training so to speak.