About Muay Thai Bangkok
Why Book A Muay Thai Boxing Training Session?
- Grasp the Traditional Thai sport with all their rituals and get to explore their culture. You will experience coming across new people and diverse cultures while learning the sport.
- Learn self-defense techniques of the ancient martial arts of Bangkok by a professional English-speaking coach.
- Get comfortable training in a well-equipped, tidy, air-conditioned Muay Thai training studio.
- Get access to all training levels, from basic to professional, in the training gyms according to your experience. If you have a significant amount of experience, you can opt for personalized training.
- Get access to all the necessary facilities of the training studio needed for your performance like pieces of equipment, shower, etc.
- The Muay Thai Boxing Class Join-in Ticket includes your entry to a well-equipped, air-conditioned, hygienic training studio.
- You will be eligible to learn the traditional sport with all the skills required and rituals of Thailand.
- The price comprises your access to all the necessary facilities like a towel, shower, toiletries, and equipment for the training.
- A professional English-speaking guide will train you throughout your journey and teach you self-defense techniques that will be useful to you even outside the boxing ring.
Places To Learn Muay Thai In Bangkok
Yokkao Muay Thai training gym is in Sukhumvit, a prime location of Bangkok. Popular Muay Thai fighters Saenchai, Manachai, and Singdam at Yokkao Muay Thai gym will assist you with private classes for £75 an hour. World-class fighters such as Liam Harrison often visit the gym, and the gym is known for its excellent service. Location: Soi Sukhumvit 16, Klongtoei,Klongtoei, 10110
The Petchyindee Kingdom offers all the facilities like a sauna, gym, restaurant, and accommodation under one roof and is home to some Muay Thai superstars like Sorgraw, Petchmorrakot, and Petchdam. The professionals provide beginner and advanced level training to enthusiasts in the Petchyindee Kingdom.Location: CharanSanitwong 34 Alley, Arun Amarin, 10700
The Attachai Muay Thai Gym belongs to the former fighter of the year, award-winning Lumpinee fighter Attachai Fairtex. The place has a rural feel to it and is surrounded by local restaurants making it suitable for tourists. The professionals in this gym provide hardcore training focusing on technique, endurance, and power with two classes daily.Location: 900 Soi On Nut 36 Khwaeng Suan Luang, 10250
Sitsonpeeong, the Muay Thai powerhouse of Bangkok, has given birth to several Muay Thai fighters, including Sitthichai and Thongchai. The gym is on the list of many enthusiasts as it provides competition-level training emphasizing conditioning and proper technique. It has many active stable fighters but still entertains tourists and beginners for training. Sitsonpeeong has a timetable of its classes according to the three levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced.Location: 83 Chaloem Phrakiat Ratchakan Thi 9 Soi 34, 10250
The FA Muay Thai gym is another famous training place for enthusiasts of this sport and has given birth to several champions, including Petchboonchu and Panom. The professionals emphasize clinch fighting and tailor more towards more advanced foreign fighters with two times per day and six days a week classes.
Location: 270 Vibhavadi Rangsit 5 Alley, Lane 8, Chom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900
Khongsittha gym is a perfect place to have an authentic Muay Thai Bangkok experience offering a traditional retreat with training food and accommodation packages in the heart of Bangkok. The gym provides a combination of martial arts, culinary arts, and hospitality, making it a suitable place for tourists who come to Bangkok to learn Muay Thai. Khongsittha provides training classes twice a day, six days a week, and is a great host of World Championships.Location: Sukhonthasawat Road, Ladphrao, Bangkok 10230
RSM Muay Thai classes mainly focus on fun and fitness rather than serious training. You would see hobbyists and beginners in the gym practicing Muay Thai boxing as a co-curricular activity to improve their fitness. The professionals at this gym provide classes five times a day, six days a week, for beginner and advanced levels.Location: Jasmine Tower, 10110, Bangkok
Legends like Saenchai and Sangmanee provide training at 13 Coins Muay Thai Gym of the Elite Fight Club, just 10 minutes away from the Bangkok International Airport. Due to its location, the gym is suitable for tourists who can stay on-site and take advantage of the restaurants and shops surrounding the gym. 13 Coins Gym trains foreign and Thai fighters together six days a week with classes that start with a run followed by pad-work, bag-work, and sparring.Location: Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, 10110
he Watchara Muay Thai gym is another gym that focuses on fitness and fun and is in Sukhumvit. The trainers slow down to make beginners learn the techniques properly without any barriers. They take classes four times a day, six days a week, at different levels.
Location: 9 Sukhumvit Soi 1, Wattana, Bangkok, 10110
Places To Watch Muay Thai In Bangkok
Also called the Ratchadamnoen Stadium, Rajadamnern stadium is the first Muay Thai stadium in Thailand and is a perfect spot to catch the best fights. The stadium's location is suitable as it is more accessible than the Lumpinee stadium. Catch up on some of the best fight shows by big event promoters of Thailand. You can snack on the street food corners outside the stadium.Location- Ratchadamnoen Nok Rd, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100, Thailand.
Timings- Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6 to 10 PM.
Entry fee of the stadium- The ticket costs 2000 baht for ringside seats, 1500 for second class seats, and 1800 for club class tickets.
Lumpinee Stadium was the number one spot to watch Muay Thai boxing in Bangkok until the authorities relocated it along Ram Inthra road. However, you can visit the stadium to watch authentic Muay Thai sport when a famous fighter is on board. Lumpinee hosts many champions for whom it is worth being stuck in traffic to get here.
Location- 6, Ramintra Rd, Anusawaree, Bangkok.
Timings- Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. You can check the schedule a week ahead of your visit.
Entry fee of the stadium- The tickets cost 2000 baht for ringside. You may avail of discounts for the second and third class tickets.
Rangsit holds Muay Man Wan Suk every Friday with elite fighters after the reopening of the city post-pandemic. Sports enthusiasts visit the place on Friday nights to enjoy the famous event and DJ spinning live from the decks. However, heads up to the horrendous traffic you will face while getting here on Fridays.
Location- 323 Phahonyothin Rd, Tambon Prachathipat, Thanyaburi District, Pathum Thani 12130, Thailand.
Timings- The stadium hosts a live event every Friday from 6 PM to 10 PM.
Entry fee of the stadium- The ticket price is 1500 baht for foreigners and 1000 baht for Thai (VIP Zone), which includes two drinks coupons at no extra cost.
MX Muay Xtreme is a must-visit place to quench your thirst for some blood sports. The slick production and intense action of the weekly sports of this stadium is a sign of the times and may well be the directive in which the Thai national sport is taking. With high-octane action and a high percentage of knockouts, casual fans of the sport find it one of the most famous Muay Thai shows. The stadium presents a modern-style walk-in with loud music and excess lights instead of the traditional Wai Kru.
Location- 2194 CharoenKrung Road, What Phaya Krai, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok, Thailand.
Timings- A show is held on every Sunday afternoon at 1:15
Entry free of the stadium- Free entry
Muay Thai Super Champ show offers week-after-week of well-matched high-intensity hardcore fights. The show has a good proportion of knockouts, occasional stars, good all-around production, and exciting matches. Each fight at the Muay Thai Super Champ show starts with a Wai Kru dance and live Sarama music giving an authentic feel to the viewers. They feature a “Thai vs Foreigner” fight that the locals love to watch. However, the stadium does not have a lot of capacity, so make sure to get there on time to book your seat.
Location- 5 Ratchadaphisek Rd, Chom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900.
Timings- Saturday and Sunday from 7 PM
Entry fee of the stadium- free entry
World Siam Stadium is a newly set-up stadium as a collaboration between Thai and foreign industry veterans of Muay Thai and other fighting sports. It has brought a refreshing change to the Muay Thai fights and therefore, has the potential to become a must-visit stadium in Bangkok. WSS, like other stadiums, has a lot of rush on weekday evenings, and it is best to travel by a SkyTrain to avoid traffic..
Location- 3500 Lat Phrao Rd, Khlong Chan Ladprao, Bang Kapi District, Bangkok 10240, Thailand.
Tips To Get Trained For Muay Thai
- Be easy on yourself- The heat of Bangkok can have a toll on even the fittest person. Opt for one session per day rather than two, and don't put a lot of pressure on yourself, at least for the beginning.
- Eat Well- Do not compromise on having healthy food to give strength to yourself while getting Muay Thai Bangkok training. You can have some rice, a small amount of fibrous vegetables, grilled or steamed meat, and fruits at regular intervals. Thailand has many affordable options for good food, and hence, make sure to eat well.
- Stay hydrated- Intense, vigorous, and heavy strength training classes can result in dehydration due to sweat loss. One session of Muay Thai training goes for 2 hours without any break and involves heavy exercise and warm-ups. Drink water in regular intervals to stay hydrated before and after the workout.
Muay Thai Bangkok FAQs
What is the minimum age required to learn Muay Thai Boxing?
Different Thai schools and training centers start training kids at six years of age, and Muay Thai becomes a part of their daily routine. Some even fight full contact at smaller local events at 8 years of age.
What makes Muay Thai Boxing so famous in Bangkok?
Muay Thai Boxing is the national sport of Thailand and is the pride of the Thai people. The sport involves traditional rituals of the place, and offers thrill and excitement to its viewers and players.
Why do Muay Thai fighters bow?
The bow, also known as Wai in Thailand, is a traditional gesture used in the state to show respect. The process involves bowing the head with hands in a prayer-like posture, and is a part of their rituals.
How many Muay Thai Stadiums are there in Bangkok?
In Bangkok, you will find 7 tourist-friendly Muay Thai Boxing Stadiums. You can visit and watch several bouts in a single evening along with various traditional pre-bout rituals.
Is the entry free in MBK Muay Thai Center?
Entry is not free. Third-class tickets cost 500 baht, whereas ringside tickets cost 2000 baht. You need to book tickets online or on the spot to watch Muay Thai matches in this stadium.