7 Great Muay Thai Gyms in Bangkok

Luktupfah Muay Thai Camp is quite far from Bangkok city centre, but this has the added benefit of keeping temptation at arm's length so you can focus on training. The trainers and staff are among the friendliest in Bangkok and with many live-in students, the vibe is communal and fun. In the past, Luktupfah Muay Thai has welcomed Lebanese Special Forces, the Vietnamese National Boxing Team, and many government-sponsored groups. Several of the trainers were national Muay Thai champions. They speak basic English as well. 

Jitti Gym has ex-stadium fighters and champions providing quality training for beginners and professionals. It was founded in 1991, with many expats and long-term visitors training at Jitti thanks to its location in a residential area of Bangkok and excellent track record of champion kickboxers. The Muay Thai gym is next to the Ratchadaphisek MRT Underground Station. 

Master Toddy’s Muay Thai Academy has earned many distinctions, which separates it from many fight camps in Bangkok. It's most famous thanks to the legendary status of Grand Master Toddy himself (Thohsaphon Sitiwatjana), who has been labelled ‘The Father of Muay Thai’ in England. He’s also renowned among the MMA community for training legends of the sport, including Randy Couture, Bob Sapp and Tito Ortiz.   

Meenayothin Gym has several prominent Thai champions training and living in the gym. Located inside the grounds of Kasetsart University, this camp is in the far north of Bangkok, near Don Mueang Domestic Airport. The large space allows for plenty of kick bags and a sparring ring, though the real reason to come here is the high-level coaching you’ll receive from English-speaking coach, Yod, and his team of professionals, one of whom coached the Thailand Olympic western boxing team.

Legend Thai Boxing is a fancy Muay Thai kickboxing gym in Silom, with sessions designed for those interested in learning about the sport and staying in shape rather than getting ready for a serious fight in the ring. Gym sessions are fun, but you will no doubt be left sweating and panting for breath after being put through your paces by the experienced Thai instructors.