Gym Reviews Hongthong Muay Thai [Gym Review] Posted on September 6, 2025September 8, 2025 By Angela Chang Hongthong Muay Thai is a household name when it comes to Muay Thai in Chiang Mai. One can guarantee that if you were to ask about the Chiang Mai Muay Thai scene, Hongthong will come up in conversation within minutes. Read more
Gym Reviews Manasak Muay Thai Gym [Gym Review] Posted on September 5, 2025September 8, 2025 By Angela Chang Veteran fighter Manasak Pinsinchai is a familiar face in the Chiang Mai Muay Thai scene. Afterall, he’s been coaching in the culturally-rich city for the last decade. Originally from Ubon Ratchathani and hailing from a legendary Bangkok camp, Manasak has over 300 fights and multiple accolades to his name, including Rajadamnern Stadium champion and WMC World Champion. He didn’t only talk the talk, but also walked the walked, accepting competitive opponents all the way to his late 30’s. His exposure to teaching foreigners of all levels, in addition to his own technical muay femur fight style, made his decision to open up his own gym a no-brainer. Read more
Gym Reviews The Bear Fight Club [Gym Review] Posted on March 14, 2025September 8, 2025 By Natalie Wong Walking into The Bear Fight Club (TBFC), I was surprised by the size of the gym despite seeing the entrance tucked away. I immediately felt the energy and friendliness of the students and coaches. All the coaches were welcoming and professional. The classes are mixed and you can train with all levels, including with the high level fighters that regularly compete on Channel 7, Rajadamnern, and ONE Lumpinee. Everyone is super friendly. Read more
Gym Reviews Kem Muaythai Gym [Gym Review] Posted on May 14, 2017September 5, 2025 By Angela Chang The car turned into an unmarked road that went up the mountain. And we kept going up for what seemed like half an hour. I felt my ears pop from the pressure change. The morning run was going to be interesting, for sure. After the long drive up, we turned again and stopped. We got out of the car and were surprised by the nippy air. We were in the mountains, afterall. 591.76 m / 1941.48 feet in altitude, to be exact. Stark contrast from Bangkok, which is 4.48 m / 14.69 feet. Read more