Gym Reviews Battle Conquer Phetchabun [Gym Review] Posted on September 14, 2026September 14, 2026 By Naadia Kidy Battle Conquer mixes two concepts together: the wellness camp focusing on yoga and the Muay Thai camp. This brings together a blend of students and you’re all on this farm in the middle of Thailand away from tourist hotspots! Whilst more of an international camp rather than a traditional fighters’ gym, the Muay Thai isn’t sanitised, it remains deeply rooted in Thai culture with quality coaching at its core. Read more
Gym Culture The Quiet Signs of a Bad Teammate (and Why We Keep Ignoring Them) Posted on August 23, 2026August 23, 2026 By Angela Chang We talk a lot about toxic coaches, bad training environments, and unsafe gyms. But the teammate who makes training feel heavy? The one who drains the room without ever being overtly hostile? That person usually flies under the radar. Read more
Fighting and Training Muay Thai Is Not Therapy. And That’s Okay Posted on July 10, 2026July 10, 2026 By Angela Chang If you’ve spent any time in a Muay Thai gym, you’ve heard someone say it: “Muay Thai saved my life.” Maybe you’ve said it yourself. For many, it’s true. The sport gives structure. It quiets the noise. It provides a space away from some of the stressors of everyday life…. Read more
Fighting and Training The Art vs the Battle (From a Muay Thai Fighter’s Perspective) Posted on July 10, 2026July 10, 2026 By Angela Chang Answering the question: “I would also be interested to hear your take on the Martial artist vs fighter concept! Why do you choose to fight?” Read more
Fighting and Training Women Training Muay Thai in Thailand: Navigating Sexism and Cultural Nuances Posted on June 25, 2026July 10, 2026 By Angela Chang For women venturing into the world of Muay Thai training in Thailand, the journey can be both exhilarating and challenging. This dream can be a double-edged sword – traveling to the birthplace of Muay Thai is a “rite of passage” seen by many, and many have had life-changing experience even from short trips to Thailand, but the reality of navigating through cultural nuances and blatant sexism can be daunting. Read more
Fighting and Training Tourist Gyms vs. Fight Gyms: How to Choose Where to Train in Thailand Posted on June 21, 2026July 10, 2026 By Angela Chang In Thailand, Muay Thai gyms are categorized as tourist gyms or fight gyms, each serving different goals. Tourist gyms focus on casual training for beginners and cultural experiences, while fight gyms emphasize serious competition. Read more