Overview:
Embark on an exhilarating Muay Thai journey at Honour Muay Thai Gym, surrounded by the stunning limestone cliffs of Krabi and just minutes from Ao Nang’s vibrant beaches. With 20 years of unwavering dedication to Thailandโs national sport, the Honour Muay Thai Gym offers a rewarding experience for fighters of all levels. Train alongside ex-champions, in the birthplace of Muay Thai, immersing yourself in the art and technique of the sport. Located in Ao Nang, Krabi, Honour Muay Thai Gym is a hub for intensive training and neighbours a Muay Thai Boxing Stadium, where weekly professional fights unfold. Honour Muay Thai Gym is your passport to mastering the art of Muay Thai in a tropical paradise.
Schedule:
Training sessions twice a day Monday-Saturday. (Sunday is a day of rest.) The training is tailored to each studentโs fitness level and ability. You can see a daily schedule below.
(Note: running and skipping are optional for everyone, but mandatory for those who want to become professional fighters.)
MORNING
- 6 AM โ Running (Only mandatory for competitive fighters)
- 8 AM โ Training starts
- Stretching/warm-up
- Shadow Boxing
- Pad work 3-5 rounds
- Bag work
- Technique drills
- Muay Thai/Western boxing sparring
- Weights and body conditioning
AFTERNOON
- 3:30 PM โ Skipping (Only mandatory for competitive fighters)
- 4 PM Training starts
- Stretching/warm-up
- Shadow boxing
- Pad work 3-5 rounds
- Bag work
- Technique drills
- Sparring/clinching
- Weights and body conditioning
Accommodation:
Immerse yourself in the ultimate Muay Thai training experience by staying in our clean and comfortable accommodations conveniently located right next to the gym. Book early to avoid disappointment as availability is limited!
Choose from a range of options, each designed to cater to different budgets, from shared rooms with your fellow fighters to the luxurious comfort of resort-style living. All rooms have air-conditioning, comfortable beds, wardrobes for storage, and WIFI connectivity.
Elevate your stay with resort options, offering a refreshing pool, lush gardens, balconies, TVs, and private bathrooms. Book now to ensure your training journey is as exciting off the mats as it is on.
Choose from one of the following options:
- Shared Room โ Embrace the camaraderie in an air-conditioned room with five of your fellow fighters, spanning 18 square metres. Shared bathroom.
- Single Room โ Enjoy your own personal retreat in a basic single room with air conditioning, covering 14 square metres. Shared bathroom.
- Twin Room โ Share the journey with a fellow fighter in this air-conditioned twin room, spanning 14 square metres.
- Resort Single Room โ Indulge in resort luxury just 150 metres from the gym. Revel in a spacious 36-square-metre room with a large bed, private bathroom, balcony and TV, complete with garden view.
- Resort Twin Room โ Experience the pinnacle of comfort in a resort room with two single beds, covering 36 square metres. Enjoy the garden view, balcony, TV, and private bathroom.
Food:
Thai meals are cooked on-site and provided inclusive of your package twice daily. Group dining sessions are a sociable and enjoyable part of the camp life. Vegetarians, vegans and other dietary requirements can be catered for.
Halal friendly ๐ As Honour Muay Thai Gym is situated in a predominantly Muslim province, every meat dish served is not just delicious but also halal.
Equipment/Gym Usage:
On-site, there is a full gym with a wide range of training and exercise equipment and a large boxing ring for sparring. There are eight punching bags with varying weights and sizes for different levels, plus a water bag and uppercut posts.
Everything is included in your package, apart from gloves, pads and wraps which can be rented cheaply or bought from the stadium next door. Free water is given during training.
It is possible to add on the training equipment super package when you arrive: Sandee leather boxing gloves, shin guards, Thai shorts, hand wraps, t-shirt โ only 5,200 THB.
Location:
Ao Nang is a beautiful town in Krabi Province on the West coast of Thailand touching the Andaman Sea. The town itself is a bustling place with plenty of restaurants, cafรฉs, hotels, bars, shops and travel agencies offering trips out to the beautiful outlying islands. There is a stunning beach just a 10-minute walk from the gym where you can sunbathe, swim and kayak off-shore. The rock climbing mecca of Railay and Tonsai is just a 20-minute long-tail boat ride away where rock climbers from all over the world come to scale the amazing limestone cliffs. The scenery here is epic.
How to Get There:
Finding your way to Honour Muay Thai is a breeze! Situated in the heart of Ao Nang Town, itโs a swift 30-40 minute taxi ride from Krabi International Airport to the gym. Daily flights from Bangkok to Krabi Airport are readily available, with budget airlines such as AirAsia, Nok Air, and Thai Smile Airways.
Whatโs Included:
Includes:
- 2 x Muay Thai training sessions 6 days/week
- Choice of AC Accommodation (see options above)
- 2 x freshly prepared Thai meals per day
- Full use of equipment
- Full use of gym
Does not include:
- Airport pick up (500 THB)
- Scooter rental (can be arranged with gym on arrival)
- Private training sessions (additional 800 THB 1 session, 6,000 THB for 10 sessions,13,000 THB for 24 sessions)
- Travel insurance
Instructors:
- Ajarn Wan: Get ready for a no-nonsense training experience with the relaxed and kind-hearted Ajarn Wan. With a proven track record of over 230 fights, including a notable win against Buakaw Sitsorworpor, he specialises in ‘in-the-pocket’ striking. Former Pattaya champion, Ajarn Wan simplifies training, focusing on basics with effective, straightforward fixes. Join the ranks of world-class fighters under his guidance, including the renowned Ikkyusan.
- Ajarn Loy: Discover the dynamic Muay Thai training style of Ajarn Loy, where a fun-loving and humble exterior hides a serious trainer. With over 150 fights and two wins over Buakaw Banchamek, Ajarn Loy brings a massive repertoire of techniques and training tactics to the gym. Brace yourself for laughter and hard workโhis untouchable sparring skills will elevate your game.
- Ajarn Chai Noi: Step into the realm of mastery with Ajarn Chai Noi, also known as ‘The Wizard.’ With over 200 fights and a notable victory against Ramon Dekkers, he brings incredible knowledge, warmth, and calm to every training session. Ajarn Chai Noi’s beautiful flowing style has humbled legends, and his articulate coaching can enhance your techniques within seconds. Listen, learn, and transform your Muay Thai journey with the wizardry of Ajarn Chai Noi!
FAQs:
- Do I need a visa to train Muay Thai in Thailand? Regarding visas for Thailand, if you plan to train Muay Thai for less than a month, there is no need for a visa as most citizens get 30-day free entry pass upon arrival into Thailand (This depends on your nationality). If you plan to train for more than 30 days, you can get a 60-day tourist visa at a Thai Embassy before you visit Thailand. More info on Thailand visas here if you need it. More information on longer visas for Muay Thai Training here (see FAQs).
- What should I bring with me? Comfortable sports clothes that you can move in, running shoes, a small towel, toiletries, refillable water bottle.
- Can I rent a motorbike or scooter? Yes, this can be sorted for you.
- I have a dietary requirement can I be catered for? Yes, we are able to prepare food for vegetarian and vegan diets as well as other dietary requirements. All meal is halal as the gym is located in a Muslim province of Thailand. If you have a specific requirement, please write it in the ‘additional information’ box when booking.
- Which meals are included? Breakfast and dinner are included (Monday to Saturday), which are served after each training session. For lunch and other snacks during the day, there are many cafรฉs, restaurants and street food vendors near to the gym. Grab and Foodpanda are also available. There are no package meals included on Sunday.
- What is the minimum age limit for students? You need to be 17 years or older to train at the gym.
Payment:
To reserve your place at this camp, you need to pay a deposit online with South East Asia Backpacker via credit or debit card. The rest of the payment is due 30 days before arrival by card or bank transfer. If your payment is not made, you stand a chance of your place being lost. You will be sent confirmation and payment details within 48 hours of your reservation on this website.
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