Review of Muay Thai training camps in Pattaya. “Thai boxing in Pattaya is fun!” Interview with a champion coach about fights, students and Russia Muay Thai training in Thailand

Among the numerous tourists in Thailand, a new layer is becoming more and more noticeable - people who specifically come to Thailand not in search of attractions and typical exotica, but for serious training in Thai boxing (Muay Thai) . This is reminiscent of the time when many teenagers in Russia, having watched enough videos with Van Damme and, dreamed of going to Shaolin to train. Now such ideas are quite feasible. Many famous and not so famous schools Thai boxing Muay Thai Phuket, Pattaya and Chang Mai offer unlimited stays for foreigners with training at their training camps.

Choosing a Muay Thai school

In the photo: Thai boxing, in the training room

To get the best results in Muay Thai, foreigners need to choose the right muay thai school. Price is not the determining factor in this matter. Much more important is the presence of attentive instructors and the correct setting of training goals.

In the photo: Thai boxing, technique development Muay Thai with an instructor

Usually in Muay Thai camps training takes place twice a day. The training program includes a lot of running, strength training, sparring and bag work. Therefore, in order not to die at the very first Thai boxing lesson, it is important to correctly determine your initial level.

Muay Thai training cost

In the photo: Thai boxing, in groups

Monthly price Muay Thai training course can range from 5 to 15 thousand baht. It depends on the number of trainers, the location of the camp, the density and severity of the training. Muay Thai schools are often required to enter their fighters into certain Muay Thai competitions. If a beginner maintains such conditions, this will also affect the price of the Muay Thai training course.

Do not rush to pay the full amount for the month in full. If you stop practicing Muay Thai due to an injury, there is a chance that your money will stay at the school :) In many Muay Thai schools you can take one-time trial day training sessions (price 300-500 baht).

Pictured: training equipment Muay Thai

Find out in advance about the prices for the purchase or rental of sports equipment: gloves, paws, protective belts, pads, etc. - these amounts will also be added to the total costs.

Accommodation of athletes in the Muay Thai camp

In the photo: temporary accommodation muay thai training

As a rule, Muay Thai training camps are located on the outskirts of towns and cities and have their own housing. The cost of living in the camp is calculated separately and can reach 2-3 thousand baht per month. Meals are usually included in the price of a basic Muay Thai course.

In the photo: Thai boxing, Working with bags

In good Muay Thai schools, beginners should not be left to their own devices. The usual practice is for one instructor to lead a group of 2-3 students. It is advisable to find a Muay Thai school whose instructors:

1. They are the speakers themselves. Muay Thai fighters with a certain track record.
2. Can communicate in English, otherwise the risk of overtraining or injury increases.

Is it possible to earn money by competing in Muay Thai competitions?

In the photo: Thai boxing, fights Muay Thai

Many foreigners, having achieved some success in Muay Thai, are eager to compete in Muay Thai competitions. With some luck and preparation, athletes can certainly earn money by participating in Muay Thai fights. The earnings of fighters, depending on the rank of the competition, experience and affiliation with certain schools, range from 4 to 25 thousand baht. However Muay Thai fights are extremely dangerous, so beginners in Muay Thai should not count on competitions as a serious source of income for at least a couple of years. Well, of course, a good one is required, which has an “active sports” option.

Muay Thai schools

In the photo: provision of athletes Muay Thai in training camp

School “Lanna Muay Thai”. Chang Mai
One of the most consistent schools in the north of Thailand. It is distinguished by the thoughtfulness of its methods, the depth of its technique, and the victories of its champions in Muay Thai competitions.

School “Muay Thai Sangha”. Chang Mai
They state that they are not a commercial Muay Thai school. Newcomers are recruited based on the results of an interview. More than others, they pay attention to meditation and energy techniques.
http://www.muaysangha.com

Muay Thai school “Tiger”. Phuket
A commercial school with a clear competitive bias. Has an extensive training base. Stimulates foreign athletes to actively perform in Muay Thai and mixed styles.
http://www.tigermuaythai.com

Boxing camp Promthep Thai Boxing Gym, Phuket
A well-equipped boxing training camp in the south of Phuket (Rawai Beach), founded by Australian Danny Avison in 2009.

Muay Thai school 'True Bee'. Share
A commercial school aimed at foreigners, created by a reputable and active Muay Thai fighter, Khoon Moonkondech, nicknamed “Bee”. Despite its remote location, the school is known for its extremely reasonable prices for its Muay Thai training courses.

Muay Thai school “Dragon”. Phuket. Chalong
A school focused on rapid learning - training in this school is set up on an assembly line. Offers “package” classes + the fastest start to a competitive career.
http://www.muaythaitrainingthailand.com (Rating: 4.44/5. Total votes: 9)

Do you want to find something special in Thailand? This country may surprise you with its nature, city life, ancient history, local cuisine and drinks, but besides this, you can also make other important discoveries

If you want to change spiritually and physically, take up Muay Thai. This ancient form of self-defense is aimed at strengthening the body and spirit.

The history of Muay Thai is controversial because a large number of records were burned and lost after the Ayutthaya fire in the 14th century. Muay Thai is not just a one-on-one fight; it involves the fighter's entire body and mind. That is why the fight between Thai boxers is truly an exciting spectacle. During the fight, the fighter strengthens the body and spirit; Thai boxing is considered one of the most popular sports and fitness activities in Thailand.

The most interesting thing about the appearance of many Thai boxers is that they are applied manually with a special tool; applying a tattoo is a delicate work and a whole ceremony. Professional boxers often receive protective tattoos in temples, where the tattoo is performed by a monk and the tattooing ceremony is combined with spiritual practice. It is believed that such a tattoo protects the fighter and helps him cope with difficulties in the ring and in life.

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Gyms for Muay Thai training in Thailand

There are a lot of gyms and clubs for Thai boxing in Thailand, most of them provide training for both amateurs and professionals. For beginners we recommend several places:

Banchamek Club - Bangkok and Surin

This sports club was founded by a world-class Thai boxer, his name is Buakaw “Sombat” Banchamek. One club is located in Surin, the boxer’s homeland, the other in Bangkok. Residents and guests of the country can come here - anyone interested in boxing.

Training starts at 6 am, first warm-up in the form of running, then shadowboxing, working with punching bags and sparring partners. The most famous boxers in the country come here, many of them look intimidating! Don't forget to bring water because you will definitely sweat!

If you come here, you will fall in love with Thai boxing forever. Many fighters believe that training is the most important part of a boxer's preparation, even more important than the actual fight.

Tiger Sports Club - Phuket

Boxing fans and professional boxers from all over the world come here... this training base is considered one of the most famous among Muay Thai athletes in Thailand. The club is located on the island of Phuket, in a picturesque location near the sea, sometimes training takes place right on the beach.

If you want to make things more challenging, you can practice boxing on slippery sea sand. It is very beautiful here, the gym is equipped with all the latest technical innovations. You will get an unforgettable experience!

Superpro Samui - Koh Samui

Any Thai boxing fan can come here. Here boxing is more than a sport; you are guaranteed a warm welcome. Yoga and fitness classes are also held here because it is believed that general physical fitness is very important for boxing.

The club is located in a beautiful picturesque location on Koh Samui, a few steps from here to wonderful beaches. You will get great pleasure from Thai boxing if, after an intense workout, you are looking forward to a relaxing break by the water.

KYN Sports Club - Koh Yao Noi

This is more than just a sports center. The sports club is located on Koh Yao Noi Island and employs the best trainers who are very attentive to detail and provide excellent quality training. The latest training techniques are used here. The effort is worth it!

The owners of the sports club are three successful Thai boxers, each with their own method of training fighters. The gym also includes a swimming pool and a restaurant. Intense training and wonderful relaxation will give you an unforgettable experience.

Muay Thai is not just a sport, it is a way of life, especially for those who take boxing seriously. The popularity of Thai boxing in the world is growing. Thai boxing is popular among tourists and residents of Thailand. Of course, not everyone will become a professional, but you will never forget this unique experience. Ready to try?

For training - to Thailand!

Among the numerous Russian tourists visiting Thailand every day, a new stratum is becoming more and more noticeable - people who specifically come to Thailand not in search of attractions and exotics of the east, but for serious training in Thai boxing (Muay Thai) . This is reminiscent of the time when many teenagers in Russia, after watching enough videos with Van Damme, dreamed of going to Shaolin to train. Now such ideas are quite feasible. Many famous and not so famous schools Thai boxing Muay Thai Phuket, Pattaya and Chang Mai offer unlimited stays for foreigners with training at their training camps.

Choosing a Muay Thai school

To get the best results in Muay Thai, foreigners need to choose the right muay thai school. Price is not the determining factor in this matter. Much more important is the presence of attentive instructors and the correct setting of training goals.

Usually in Muay Thai camps training takes place twice a day. The training program includes a lot of running, strength training, sparring and bag work. Therefore, in order not to die at the very first Thai boxing lesson, it is important to correctly determine your initial level.

Muay Thai training cost

Monthly price Muay Thai training course can range from 5 to 15 thousand baht (remember, 1 baht is equal to approximately 0.95 rubles). It depends on the number of trainers, the location of the camp, the density and severity of the training. Muay Thai schools are often required to enter their fighters into certain Muay Thai competitions. If a beginner maintains such conditions, this will also affect the price of the Muay Thai training course.

Do not rush to pay the full amount for the month in full. If you stop practicing Muay Thai due to injury, there is a chance that your money will stay in school. In many Muay Thai schools you can take one-time trial day training sessions (price 300-500 baht).

Find out in advance about the prices for the purchase or rental of sports equipment: gloves, paws, protective belts, pads and other things - these amounts will also be added to the total costs.

Accommodation of athletes in the Muay Thai camp

Muay Thai training camps are located on the outskirts of towns and cities and have their own housing. The cost of living in the camp is calculated separately and can reach 2-3 thousand baht per month. Meals are usually included in the price of a basic Muay Thai course.

In good Muay Thai schools, beginners should not be left to their own devices. The usual practice is for one instructor to lead a group of 2-3 students. It is advisable to find a Muay Thai school whose instructors:

1. They are the speakers themselves. Muay Thai fighters with a certain track record.
2. Can communicate in English, otherwise the risk of overtraining or injury increases.

Is it possible to earn money by competing in Muay Thai competitions?

Many, having achieved some success in Muay Thai, are eager to compete in Muay Thai competitions. With some luck and preparation, athletes can certainly earn money by participating in Muay Thai fights. The earnings of Muay Thai fighters, depending on the rank of the competition, experience and affiliation with certain schools, range from 4 to 25 thousand baht. However Muay Thai fights are extremely dangerous, so beginners in Muay Thai should not count on competitions as a serious source of income for at least a couple of years.

Muay Thai schools

School “Lanna Muay Thai”. Chang Mai
One of the most consistent schools in the north of Thailand. It is distinguished by the thoughtfulness of its methods, the depth of its technique, and the victories of its champions in Muay Thai competitions.

After watching films with Badyuk, I decided to go to train in Thailand, namely Pattaya. I will try to write a summary of the trip at the end of the article.
So let's go, training camps in Pattaya:
1) Sityodtong International boxing camp

Many foreigners practice Muay Thai in this camp.
Cost 5000 rubles per month - 2 classes per day.
Pros:
1) Many foreigners (Holland, Germany, France)
2) Cheap housing rental (the camp is located far from the city)
3) Authentic atmosphere, as if you came to practice Shaolin.
Minuses:
1) Muay Thai only
2) Very far from the center of Pattaya, there is nowhere to walk in the evening, the sea is very far away.

2) Twin Tiger Muay Tay





Pros:
1) In the center of Pattaya
2) Ideal for those who are traveling for a week or two and want to hang out and work out.
3) Opposite the camp, apartments are rented for 5,000 rubles per month with air conditioning.
4) The center can be reached on foot.
5) Relatively close to the beaches and pier.
6) There is a gym nearby.
7) Nearby are clubs and bars.

Minuses:
1) The gym is suitable for those for whom it is important to keep themselves in good shape. I’m not sure that it will suit those people who are going to improve their knowledge in Muay Thai.
2) The hall is small

3) Kombat Pattaya Group
A widely known Russian-language Thai boxing camp in Thailand, in terms of the information component I would compare it with Simba in Phuket.







Pros:
1) Russian-speaking
2) There is boxing, wrestling, Thai boxing, mma.
3) Perfect for getting in shape before a competition or for losing weight.
4) The guys take their training very seriously, they have good coaches.
5) Own equipment store, there is a bar with protein shakes.
Minuses:
1) Very far from the center of Pattaya
2) If you stay near the camp, you need to take a scooter, otherwise you won’t be able to get to the center.
3) Prices are slightly higher than market prices.

4) Fairtex camp & hotel
Well suited for a family holiday, located 5 minutes from the center, if you are planning a comfortable holiday with your wife + daily training, then this camp is just it.














Pros:
1) Almost in the city center.
2) Comfort at a very high level, excellent rooms, large swimming pool, good crowd.
3) Excellent coaching staff.

Minuses:
1) Expensive, classes + accommodation will cost much more than in previous camps.

5) Pectroungruang pattaya
Located on Sukhumvit Road. You can get there from the center, it’s a bit far, but not as far as in Sityodtong.

Pros:
1) Within the city
2) Mainly Thais are involved.
3) Nearby is the Muay Thai stadium, where you can watch the performances of the team and the coaching staff
4) Cheap, a month costs 4,000 with a fitness room, nearby you can rent an apartment for a month for 5,000 thousand and take a tuktuk to the center in the evening. In total, with food, you can keep it at 20,000 thousand.

Minuses:
No pool, very ascetic.

As a summary:
If you do MMA or karate or Muay Thai, then it’s worth going to Pattaya. The trainers will set their feet well. The hands of the Thais are very mediocre, the blows are not strong and not biting. Boxers have nothing to do there. Before performances and for mma classes, it is better to go to the battalion commander. If you want to relax and not lose your shape, go to Fairtex. If you want to retreat into yourself and get psychologically ready for something, go to Sityodtong.
Adviсe:
1) Don’t take your equipment with you - buy it there, better quality and cheaper.
2) If you are planning to go, keep in mind that for AT LEAST a week you will get used to 40 degree heat. Try running in the sauna.
3) It’s worth going for at least two weeks; if it’s less, then you won’t get proper training and won’t see the country.

Friends, I’m glad to see you all again on my blog! Finally, I got around to posting a report about my visit to Thailand, Koh Samui. This trip was non-standard for me: I gave myself a kind of challenge and went to study at a Thai boxing school.

I make many decisions based on the “here and now” principle, and this was no exception - the decision was made in one day. Looking ahead, I’ll say that it was painful in places :) Especially considering that I had never practiced Muay Thai before. But this trip really gave me valuable life experience and my views changed in many ways. This report is a continuation of the series of photo and video reports of my

In addition to the photo report, I also recorded 2 videos:

Review of Thailand, where I share my experience in the country and give practical advice. The video is about 30 minutes long, but I recommend stocking up on popcorn and watching it to the end - especially if you've never been to Thailand but are planning on visiting!

A short video review of my home, where I lived for a month.

Well, below I present to your attention a photo report - Thailand through the eyes not of a tourist, but of a savage :)
To begin with, the island of Koh Samui itself, I lived 10 minutes from Chaweng Beach:

If you come to Koh Samui by ferry, then the first thing you see at Nathon Pier is a bunch of minibuses that are ready to take you to any part of the island, as well as prepared pickup trucks for excursions:

I took a photo of the price tags - in case you get ready (the exchange rate at the time of the article is 1 baht = 1.7 rubles)

Upon arrival, I immediately went to the Thai boxing school, where I was greeted very friendly :)






The next day was Sunday and there were no training sessions that day, so we decided to devote this day to a trip around the island:

Along the way we stopped to visit friends :)

Well, in the evening there was a truly masterful dinner - a bowl of Tom Yam soup and a bowl of rice :) By the way, throughout the whole month my diet was approximately the same, which allowed me to lose extra pounds...

Well, then workdays began: 2 training sessions a day (1 training session at 8.00 in the morning, the second at 16.00 in the evening), 6 days a week. The first 2 weeks I quietly crawled to my house and I simply passed out - even during the day I tried to snatch at least a couple of hours to sleep. Then I more or less got into it, but I barely had enough strength to push myself until the end of the second training session...

Well, this is my friend Mark from sunny Zimbabwe, who trained with me at school. Since he spoke only English, and only I had fluent English at school, he and I quickly found a common language - for me it was an extra month of practice! Mark has some kind of business in his homeland, which also allows him to have passive income, so he has been traveling around Asia for 3 years, playing sports and living for his own pleasure!

After training, we often went to the market to buy fruit and prepared various cocktails - of course, both the taste and the cost of fruit in Thailand are completely different... The only thing that bothered me was the bananas - they are very similar to the facehugger from the movie "Aliens" :)

In general, since I didn’t have a kitchen, I ate at a local cafe, but in the camp there were guys who lived in a house without any amenities and they cooked on a grill or boiled breasts in a kettle (this is what I understand - downshifting!) Several times we went to another market (for locals) and bought fish and herbs there:

Crimean onion - feel at home :)

In the mornings, almost every day, I was greeted by this furry miracle on the porch:

And this is the neighborhood where I lived:

In general, Thailand is a country of contrasts:
You can just walk down the street and suddenly bump into a Husky - who would have thought of bringing her to Tai?

About 2 weeks later we went to the beach to sunbathe on our day off and then I (attention!) drank one bottle of 0.33 beer! By the way, during my entire month-long stay I allowed myself 7 bottles, 3 of which I drank on New Year's Day!

So I passed by this department, but sometimes I sighed internally :)

By the way, speaking of alcohol: in Thailand you can find almost everything you want! I came across Jack Daniels, immediately remembered Max Vipreferal, Max - a personal photo for you :)

Throughout the month, my workplace looked like this:

About a couple of weeks into my stay, it started to rain and everything started to flood and wash away a little:

One day the bridge simply washed away and I had to take a detour to get to school:

In the video, I said that once on the road I met such a beautiful scorpion, here he is in person:

And after jogging along the beach, I went to a cafe to have breakfast and met another friend: he hissed terribly, maybe this is how they express sympathy?

As I already said in the video (and may the bikers forgive me), I believe that everything between my legs is not transport, so I rented a Toyota Yaris, which faithfully drove me around the island and allowed me to move around comfortably time of heavy rains. At this moment I especially felt sorry for the people on mopeds.

By the way, regarding mopeds: I argued with one person who lives there with his wife that a bike is much more dangerous than a car (an eternal topic of argument). To which I was told that this was all my fear of the bike and my prejudices. Literally 2 days later he called me and asked me to tell him the date of my departure so that he could rent the car that I drove. In response to my question “what happened,” he sent me these photos. And it was his wife who fell successfully, without fractures or concussions... Reason: her wheel hit the gravel on the road and did not have time to react. Do you still want to ride a moped in Thailand?

In general, safety is a priority for Thais, as can be seen from the photo below. Well, it’s okay - if these fall out, we’ll get some more :)

Somewhere after a week of incessant rains, the Muay Thai school was completely flooded and we decided to just go to the gym - fortunately it was on a mountain and the water didn’t reach it!

We accidentally found a road cafe and almost every day, after classes, we went there for dinner. 5 chicken kebabs and a bowl of rice cost me 1.5 dollars! I have never eaten such delicious chicken anywhere else!

One day I came to run on the beach and it turned out that on that day all of Europe celebrated Christmas! And they also say that Russians start drinking early on vacation!

By the way, I usually ended my run like this:

At the end of December, two of my sports motivators decided to go to Vietnam - work there is easier. By the way, the guys left Ukraine as soon as the events on the Maidan began and never returned. I will definitely meet them again somewhere in our vast world!

The New Year passed smoothly, without fanaticism: at 3 o’clock in the morning I was already at home, but the next day I woke up with an almost crystal clear head and went to the beach for breakfast :)

Since it rained almost every day, my friend Mark and I kept postponing a trip around the island, but since he was soon going to leave for Phuket, we still chose a relatively rainy day and decided to go around the entire island:

We climbed into the mountains, where, as they say, there was a beautiful view, but the fog ruined everything...

If I were planning to return to Koh Samui, I would definitely rent one of these houses on the mountain - the view is simply gorgeous!

It's time to say goodbye to my friend - the Aryan Mark, a lover of big Thai women :) By the way, we periodically write to him, he is still in Thailand, now preparing for Muay Thai performances.

I still had about 12 days left on the island, so I continued to get in shape. One day I went jogging to the beach in the morning and my flip-flops and T-shirt were stolen (no, they call it changing the owner). But this did not spoil my mood and I drove home, singing “hands up” songs and then the police paid attention to me:




They stopped me and asked if I was okay. I said that everything was fine, but only on the beach my things were stolen. The policeman smiled and said exactly as I wrote - they just changed the owner :). They wished me a good rest and I moved on. They didn’t ask for any documents, they didn’t even get my license!

The last day of departure has arrived. I decided to have a farewell dinner at Geko Bar (the place where I filmed my first video). This has become my favorite place on the island. Those of you who come to this island simply must visit it!

The latest freshly caught fish - purchased and cooked to order...

And the final photo with the coach who honestly pushed me all this month :)

This is how exciting the journey turned out to be. Of course, the weather spoiled the impression, but I went there to play sports, so to some extent the weather even helped me not to be distracted by anything :) I decided for myself that I would definitely return to Thailand to live, but it would definitely be Phuket. By the way, there is one of the most popular Thai boxing schools - Tiger: this is a whole camp with nine rings, a gym, meals, etc. So next time I plan to go there.
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