Muay Thai or Thai boxing is now attracting worldwide attention as the most exciting spectator sport. Developed by Ancient Thais as battlefield skills Muay Thai has evolved into a competitive sport over the centuries. Phuket is a historic Thai town that offers all the attractions to the modern international visitors. Thailand’s pride and cultural sport Muay Thai is the major attraction of Phuket both for training and various events and fights (tournaments).
About Phuket
Phuket is the main Thai island surrounded by beautiful small islands. It has recognized globally as a fantastic tourist destination and a training destination for Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts. The most authentic cultural Muay Thai is taught in an ethical manner in Phuket. The Thai people in Phuket are cordial and proud to share their cultural pride with others. Phuket is safe and has all the ingredients of western life with world class facilities to stay and train. The low cost of living is the icing on the cake for foreign Muay Thai enthusiasts and training aspirants. The Muay Thai Phuket events attract a multitude of visitors to Phuket all through the year.
Muay Thai Fights & Stadiums
· The Phuket Boxing Stadium is the main venue where bouts are held every Friday evening starting at 8.00 PM.
· There are also nightly fights organized at the specially built stadium at Soi Sansabai in Phuket for entertaining the tourists.
· Sainamyen Boxing Stadium is in Patong Beach that provides English commentary of boxing bouts over the public address system. Spectators get beer and popcorn at concessional rates while watching the bouts on the big screen.
· Bangla Boxing Stadium in Patong off Soi Bangla located in the Patong beach is the most famous stadium in Phuket. Professional fighters from all over the world take part in the competitions held here. The fights are fast paced and thrilling.
· There is a monthly competition for fighters from all the gyms in Phuket compete in amateur tournaments in Muay Thai, MMA.
Tickets for major Muay Thai Phuket events can be booked online along with hotel accommodation many offering attractive deals on group booking.
Spectacular events
The passion of onlookers knows no bounds at the Phuket Muay Thai events. The sounds of drums and finger cymbals usually accompany the fights right from the word go till the very end. The high pitched sounds of Javanese clarinets vie with the cheers of onlookers. The frenzy of betting and the ensuing drama at the ceremonial beginning of the bouts present a sensational spectacle. The fighters perform a ritualistic pre-fight dance called ‘Ram Muay’ wearing a special head band given to them by their trainer. This dance is performed as a mark of respect to their master. The fighters put in all their might for anything from a few thousand baht to millions of baht with the title. Unimaginably huge amounts of money are invested in bouts between big names.
With so much on offer there is nothing that can stop a fan of Muay Thai or Mixed Martial Arts from dashing to Phuket at the immediate opportunity.
About Phuket
Phuket is the main Thai island surrounded by beautiful small islands. It has recognized globally as a fantastic tourist destination and a training destination for Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts. The most authentic cultural Muay Thai is taught in an ethical manner in Phuket. The Thai people in Phuket are cordial and proud to share their cultural pride with others. Phuket is safe and has all the ingredients of western life with world class facilities to stay and train. The low cost of living is the icing on the cake for foreign Muay Thai enthusiasts and training aspirants. The Muay Thai Phuket events attract a multitude of visitors to Phuket all through the year.
Muay Thai Fights & Stadiums
· The Phuket Boxing Stadium is the main venue where bouts are held every Friday evening starting at 8.00 PM.
· There are also nightly fights organized at the specially built stadium at Soi Sansabai in Phuket for entertaining the tourists.
· Sainamyen Boxing Stadium is in Patong Beach that provides English commentary of boxing bouts over the public address system. Spectators get beer and popcorn at concessional rates while watching the bouts on the big screen.
· Bangla Boxing Stadium in Patong off Soi Bangla located in the Patong beach is the most famous stadium in Phuket. Professional fighters from all over the world take part in the competitions held here. The fights are fast paced and thrilling.
· There is a monthly competition for fighters from all the gyms in Phuket compete in amateur tournaments in Muay Thai, MMA.
Tickets for major Muay Thai Phuket events can be booked online along with hotel accommodation many offering attractive deals on group booking.
Spectacular events
The passion of onlookers knows no bounds at the Phuket Muay Thai events. The sounds of drums and finger cymbals usually accompany the fights right from the word go till the very end. The high pitched sounds of Javanese clarinets vie with the cheers of onlookers. The frenzy of betting and the ensuing drama at the ceremonial beginning of the bouts present a sensational spectacle. The fighters perform a ritualistic pre-fight dance called ‘Ram Muay’ wearing a special head band given to them by their trainer. This dance is performed as a mark of respect to their master. The fighters put in all their might for anything from a few thousand baht to millions of baht with the title. Unimaginably huge amounts of money are invested in bouts between big names.
With so much on offer there is nothing that can stop a fan of Muay Thai or Mixed Martial Arts from dashing to Phuket at the immediate opportunity.