Despite its tropical island charm, Thai Boxing and the martial arts in general are as popular on Phuket as anywhere else in the kingdom...
Although better known as a tropical island paradise, Muay Thai is alive and well on Phuket. There are some good venues where you can see the sport taking place and a number of training centres that can cater for foreign Muay Thai students.
Thai Boxing bouts take place at Suwit Gym on Phuket at the island's only Thai boxing stadium. Located in Saparn-Hin shows take place every Tuesday and Friday at 20:00. If you are a boxer, it is als...