Several Muay Thai training camps have opened in Phuket, with thousands of people arriving on the island every year to learn this ancient martial art form and get fit while enjoying beach time.
Muay Thai kickboxing has been practised in Thailand for centuries, and over the past decade, it’s become a world-famous sport along with the explosion of mixed martial arts (MMA).
Each Muay Thai camp is a bit different in focus and offerings, but most have weekly and monthly programmes and the chance for intensive training sessions with champion Muay Thai boxers. If you’re unsure which Phuket Muay Thai gym is best for you, try one class or get a day pass to get a feel of the place before committing to a full training programme.
Here are some of the top Muay Thai camps in Phuket that’ll get you into fighting shape, some of which also do MMA and other fitness training. Several are on the now-famous Soi Ta-Iad, also known as Soi Fitness, not far from Wat Chalong.
Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA is a martial arts and fitness gym on Phuket’s North West Coast. It caters to martial arts and fitness enthusiasts seeking training and accommodations, suitable for both recreational and serious training. The gym offers various martial arts disciplines, including Muay Thai, MMA, BJJ, Kickboxing, Boxing, and Wrestling. Fitness classes in Strength & Conditioning, Mobility, Kettlebells, and Yoga are also available throughout the week.
Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA is known for its experienced coaching team, high-quality facilities, and convenient location. Just a 5-minute walk from the beach, it offers a blend of fitness and relaxation by Phuket’s coastline. Whether refining skills in the ring or pursuing fitness goals, Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA provides a supportive environment.
Prices: Single session: 500 THB Day pass (access to every class): 800 THB
Weekly: All-Inclusive: 4,500 THB Martial arts only or Fitness only: 4,000 THB
Monthly All-Inclusive: 15,000 THB Martial arts only or Fitness only: 12,000 THB They also offer accommodation, meal plans, body composition scans, and custom highlight reel video packs.
Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Training Camp is Phuket’s biggest and most widely known Muay Thai camp. Since Tiger opened in 2003 on Soi Ta-Iad in Chalong, it’s grown rapidly, and it’s led to the transformation of “The Soi” from an unknown rural area with rubber tree plantations to a thriving hub for Muay Thai and fitness enthusiasts, packed with training camps, hotels, shops and restaurants. You’ll see a wide range of people training at Tiger, from complete newbies looking ... Read More
Founded by champion Muay Thai boxer Khun Sing, Sinbi Muay Thai has a large open-air training centre with three full-size rings and an equipped gym. Classes are open to anyone from beginners to professional fighters, with training customised to your skill level. Each class includes some shadow boxing, pad work, bag work, clinching and sparring, plus technique work closely watched by the trainers. There’s also a Muay Thai gear shop on site, and they have apartments for rent a short ... Read More
Sumalee Boxing Gym is the only gym offering a holistic approach to Muay Thai training that incorporates optional yoga and nutritional programs. Sumalee offers a more individualised training experience, away from the crowds. The facilities at Sumalee include a range of accommodations, from basic shared rooms to luxurious suite rooms, which provide more comfort and space (all have air conditioning and excellent Wi-Fi service). The suite rooms are great for small families and those wishing to combine their training with ... Read More
Revolution is a well-known name in the Muay Thai scene, ideal for those wanting to mix training with a beach escape, with beautiful Surin Beach just 400 metres away and 200 m from Bangtao Beach. They offer classes and one-on-one training in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mx fitness training, yoga and Western boxing. Class sizes are kept small to ensure a more personal style of training. Revolution Muay Thai also has rental rooms on-site and nearby, with monthly packages ... Read More
AKA Thailand in Phuket is an offshoot of the original AKA in the US, a top centre for MMA training founded by American kickboxing champion Javier Mendez. The Phuket branch is run by former UFC fighter Mike Swick, with a modern, well-equipped facility in Rawai and a range of classes, including Muay Thai, MMA fundamentals, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and yoga. Though many champion-level fighters come here to train, AKA also welcomes beginners and anyone looking to get fit. There’s no on-site ... Read More
As its name suggests, MMA is a big focus at this training camp in Rawai, with a mix of Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), boxing, wrestling, and strength and fitness classes on offer. Absolute MMA trainers come from many martial arts backgrounds, including MMA and Muay Thai champions. The camp has two boxing rings, a full-sized MMA cage, and on-site accommodation. They also bring in special guest trainers for intensive weeks of training in Jiu-Jitsu and more, so be sure ... Read More
Phuket Top Team is found on Soi Ta-Iad in Chalong in the heart of Phuket’s Muay Thai/MMA training scene. The camp is focused on advanced training, but even beginners can join if willing to do the work. In addition to Muay Thai, they offer training in Western boxing, strength and conditioning, BJJ, TRX, submission grappling and wrestling in open-air and air-conditioned training areas, including an indoor MMA cage. Classes are kept relatively small, and although challenging, the camp’s “no ego” ... Read More
Open for more than 25 years, Suwit Muay Thai Camp is said to be the first Muay Thai camp in Phuket, and many of its students have gone on to fight around Thailand and internationally. The trainers are all highly experienced, and the camp in Chalong has a gym, boxing rings and accommodation. Anyone is welcome to come and train here, whether you want to lose some weight and shape up or hope to fight competitively. Suwit’s weekly Friday night ... Read More
Rattachai is a Muay Thai training camp owned by Khun Nai, a three-time Lumpinee Stadium champion. Found near the popular Muay Thai soi in Chalong, the camp offers group classes twice a day and private training. It’s known to be a friendly place that welcomes all skill levels, but they also push hard, so expect to put in some sweaty sessions. Though the camp doesn’t have its own accommodation, training packages include room bookings at nearby resorts. Classes Single class ... Read More
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