Bangkok: Muay Thai Lesson for Kids & Adults, 60-90 Min

Thai Boxing Lesson in Bangkok: Live Training Space, Not a Tourist Gym

You arrive at 5pm, change into sport wear, warm up, then spend 40 minutes learning Muay Thai basics from a professional instructor before 20–40 minutes of pad work and partner practice. Gear is provided, small groups keep the pace manageable, and kids can train with smaller partners if they're with an adult. You're out by 6:30pm, having trained in the actual space where Bangkok's boxers work.

Step-by-step itinerary

Muay Thai lesson and practice

• Meet instructor at meeting point
• Take elevator to seventh floor
• Change into sportswear
• Warm up for Thai boxing
• Put on Thai boxing gear
• Learn Thai boxing techniques
• Practice Thai boxing with partners
• End activities and enjoy view

The experience

So you're thinking about throwing a punch or two while you're in Bangkok, and honestly, the setup here is nothing like the tourist boxing rings you see advertised everywhere. You show up at 5pm, take the elevator seven floors up, and you're in an actual training space where professional Thai boxers come to work out every day, not a studio that was built for visitors. The air is different up there. You can feel it the moment you step out of the elevator. Kids and young adults are already wrapping their hands, and the instructor meets you right away to get you changed and warmed up before anything starts.

The lesson itself runs about 40 minutes of technique (stance, basic kicks, how to throw a proper punch without wrecking your shoulder), and then another 20 to 40 minutes of actual practice where you're moving, hitting pads, maybe working with a partner. If your kids are coming along, there are smaller training partners available, which sounds like a nice touch because it means they're not standing around watching. They're actually doing it. The whole thing wraps by 6:30pm, so it's not eating your whole evening. You get the gear (hand wraps, gloves, shin guards), and the instructor is there the whole time, so you're not figuring out Muay Thai from a YouTube video.

One thing to know: this is a real training camp, not a gym. The people around you are actual boxers, not other tourists. That's the whole point, and it changes how the place feels. You're not in a class. You're in a space where boxing happens, and you're learning the way people learn there. The top floor means you get some air and a view while you're working, which helps when you're tired. Bring your own sport clothes, show up ready to sweat, and don't go if you've got a spinal injury or you're pregnant. The instructor will tell you straight up what you can and can't do based on your fitness level.

What’s included

Your session includes a professional instructor, all boxing gear (hand wraps, gloves, shin guards), and access to the top-floor training space where professional boxers practice. Warm-up and technique instruction are part of the time, along with hands-on practice with pads and, if you want, a training partner.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 12:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 1

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by LJ Tour Co.LTD.

Is this one for you?Right for families or solo travelers who want to learn Muay Thai in a real training environment rather than a tourist class, with kids welcome if an adult is present. Expect a moderate-intensity workout. The 60–90 minutes includes warm-up and instruction, so you're not thrown into sparring cold.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3).

What time does the Muay Thai lesson start?

The lesson starts at 5pm. You meet the instructor at the meeting point and take the elevator to the seventh floor.

How long is the lesson?

The total time is 60–90 minutes, including warm-up, 40 minutes of technique instruction, and 20–40 minutes of practice. The session ends by 6:30pm.

What's included in the lesson?

The instructor, boxing gear (hand wraps, gloves, shin guards), and use of the training space are all included. Bring your own sport clothes.

Is this a gym or a tourist boxing class?

It's a real Muay Thai training camp where professional boxers practice daily. It's not a tourist gym. You're training in the same space as working athletes.

Do I need to be fit to do this?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The instructor will assess your fitness level and adjust accordingly.

Who shouldn't do this lesson?

It's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers. Check with the instructor if you have any health concerns.

What should I bring?

Bring your own sport wear and comfortable clothes to change into. Everything else (gear, wraps, gloves) is provided.