Muay Thai Advanced Class in Koh Samui: 2-Hour Training

Step into the ring with a pro and master authentic Muay Thai moves

An advanced Muay Thai class in Koh Samui for martial artists with at least a year of experience in Muay Thai or kickboxing. The session runs two hours starting at 4 p.m., beginning with a 4–5 km run through Lamai, followed by rope skipping, shadow boxing, technique drills, sparring, pad work and clinching. Boxing gloves and shin guards are provided. Hand wraps rent separately.

The experience

The class starts at 4 p.m. in Lamai with a run: real fighters begin this way, and it sets the pace for what comes next. If running is not your plan, you can warm up at the gym instead, but the structure assumes you show up in running shoes ready to move. Thirty minutes of running, then rope skipping and stretching to settle into the work.

The hour that follows builds technique and power. Ten minutes of shadow boxing teaches Muay Thai footwork and hand placement without contact. Fifteen minutes of technique exercises isolate the kicks, punches and elbows the sport demands. Then fifteen minutes of sparring (controlled, but real), where you test what you have learned against another fighter. The pad work that follows lets you throw combinations at full power into a trainer's mitts, and ten minutes of clinching rounds out the session with the close-range grappling that defines the sport. Five minutes of stretching closes it.

This class is built for people who have trained before. Discipline and hard work are not optional. The goal is to move you closer to your next fight or to the level you are chasing. Boxing gloves and shin guards come with the session. Bring your own hand wraps or rent them at the gym for 50 baht.

What’s included

• Boxing gloves and shin guards.
• two hours of instruction including running, pad work, sparring and clinching.
• access to the gym in Lamai.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except SaturdayDepartures at 07:00 and 16:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 25

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 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Punch it Gym Muay Thai Koh Samui

Is this one for you?The two-hour block leaves the rest of your afternoon free, but it is not a drop-in class. This is serious training for people who already know how to fight. Come ready to work hard and to spar. If you are looking for a gentler introduction to Muay Thai, a beginner class would suit you better.

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Top questions

What experience do I need to join this Muay Thai class in Koh Samui?

The class is for advanced students only. You need at least a year of experience in Muay Thai, kickboxing or another martial art. The trainer will work with you on technique and conditioning, but the pace assumes you already know how to throw a kick and take a hit.

What time does the class start and how long does it run?

The class starts at 4 p.m. and runs for two hours. You should arrive by 4 p.m. in running shoes if you plan to join the warm-up run through Lamai. If you prefer to skip the run, you can warm up at the gym instead.

What does a typical session include?

A typical session includes a 4–5 km run, rope skipping and stretching, shadow boxing, technique drills, sparring, pad work with the trainer, clinching practice and a final stretch. The whole arc moves from cardio and fundamentals into contact work and power.

What gear do I need to bring, and what is provided?

Boxing gloves and shin guards are included with the class. You need to bring running shoes for the warm-up run and your own hand wraps, or you can rent hand wraps at the gym for 50 baht.

Is this class suitable for someone training for a fight?

Yes, the class is designed to help you reach your goals or prepare for your next fight. The trainer works with advanced students on fight-level conditioning and technique, and sparring is part of every session.