Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA

Visited 9/24-10/24 and my one year update.First the gym was clean, coaches were knowledgeable, front office staff warm and caring. I stayed onsite and there was one maintenance issue during my stay which was resolved pretty quickly. As a solo female traveler I felt very safe. The trip I had was not the trip I thought I would have. I was 9 months from ACL and meniscus and I was out of shape. I hoped to do more Muay Thai but my knee wasn’t cooperating. I pivoted into some kettlebells and mobility and was really starting to gain traction when it was too soon time to leave. A month didn’t seem long enough. I think the most important part of my review and why I chose a year to write one, is to speak about the way this experience changed me. I have continued to prioritize my health. I’ve lost 30lbs this year and my strength and skills improve all the time. Surrounding yourself with world class athletes will change you. I’m so grateful I invested in myself this time and money. I’m continuing to see a great return on my investment. Thank you Bangtao!!!! 🙏🙏🙏

I was VERY hesitant to pay for a private here after reading the reviews, but I took the chance as training at Bangtao Muay thai and MMA was a very long await goal of mine. I was blessed to have Kru Aut as my trainer for my 1 on 1 private session on the 9th of Oct 2025, at 7am. I was really looked after in the session, correctly warmed up, pre stretching, post stretching. He was kind, understanding, friendly and very knowledgeable. He took his time to assess my personal level in the beginning of the session and patiently corrected my form/techniques. I trained at 3 muay thai gyms while on vacation and he was the only trainer to correct my technique. I've only been training muay thai for a month in South Africa and I personally felt a huge step forward after his session. Kru Aut, thank you.

An Elite class Fight Gym, Highly recommended for Elite level athletes, Wanting to improve, To learn their craft, etc. Super Friendly with Professional classes for any levels. While I suggest for Elite levels, I do recommend for beginners enjoying their trip in Phuket. As they're kind and supportive. Been training there for a week, never felt more at home, developed & sharpen skills, never wanted to leave. An amateur muay thai fighter, the krus are always friendly and supportive, dedicated to their craft. No egos, no tension, just endless support. For those who rumored that it isn't the right gym to train, I disagree as they run an Professional business. Never once felt neglected. And it's easy to learn for beginners. I would go back to banģtao in a heartbeat. With much love. ❤❤❤

I found the basic training here to be pretty intense—definitely not for those without at least an intermediate fitness level. If you’re a complete beginner, I highly recommend getting a few months of boxing or strength training under your belt before you jump in; you’ll thank yourself later! Their group Muay Thai classes are ideal for new students with 1–2 months of experience and solid endurance. Without that foundation, the workouts can feel overwhelming and you won’t get the full experience. If you’re already at a more advanced level, consider booking one‑on‑one sessions—they’re incredibly rewarding. And whatever you do, don’t forget to bring your own gear! One thing to note: classes always run overtime, but that’s actually a bonus—it means you’ll walk away with a rock‑solid workout each time. If you’d rather not plan your own travel‑day training routine, this is the perfect spot to train alongside practitioners from all over the globe. Just a heads‑up—there aren’t many Asians here, so having a good handle on English will make your experience much smoother!

Great facilities, amazing staff, superb sessions. Suitable for all levels and all desires. Drop-in for one/ two or stay a month, all can be done. Met quite a few professional fighters. Nice to see them putting in the prep work and always down for a chat. Regarding prices - it seems quite high initially, relative to other gyms around thailand. But the facilities, sessions, location, and quality really make up for it imho.