About Us
Samart Payakaroon, real name Samart Thipthamai, is widely regarded as one of the greatest Muay Thai fighters of all time. A multiple time Lumpinee Stadium champion and WBC World Boxing Champion, he is best known for his exceptional technique, intelligence, and effortless fighting style that defined the Golden Era of Muay Thai.

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Canadian tourist with limited martial arts experience, no Muay Thai experience but reasonable athleticism point… read more of view. This place is amazing, the trainers are very friendly and accommodating for all levels of training, I trained alongside kids elderly, and professional Muay Thai fighters and they treated everyone with equal respect. Only knock is it is a little far out of city but man, this was not a fit fab tourist trap these people genuinely care about their craft and run a great clean gym. Wish I could stay for a couple months and come back every day thank you team Samart!
Ryan
July 3, 2024Amazing gym, very friendly and patient coaches, was a bit nervous as a beginner but… read more they take their time fixing your technique.
600 baht for a session where you get to work with many high level coaches for 2 hours is quite a deal if you ask me. Coming back here next time I’m in Bangkok for sure.
Ismail
February 24, 2024I tried for the first time today. The instruction is top class. There is a… read more big focus on the basics, and beautiful technique. I have been doing Muay Thai for 3 years but I felt like a beginner again. I could feel my skill improving by the end of the session. Thank you 🙏
Angus
November 24, 2022 -
I stayed and trained at this gym for a total of 3 months, and I… read more honestly can’t say enough good things about it. The coaches don’t just train you, they really care about you on a personal level, especially Kru Dam, who made a huge impact on me. While training here, I was able to win my very first fight, and the support I received from everyone made it feel like I was part of a family.
The gym did a lot for me personally, not just in terms of Muay Thai but also in helping me grow as a person. You can tell they care deeply not only about the fighters but also about all of the staff who make the place run. If you’re looking for a gym that pushes you, supports you, and treats you like family, this is the place.
Hayden
September 22, 2025All macine are good and traner all so 😂👍
Mansi
April 18, 2025Lol je me suis entraîné chez eux 1 moi, j ai tellement appris j étais… read more totalement débutant je suis sorti de chez eux très expérimenté, j ai par la suite pris des entraînements à Paris, pour un débutant j étais tellement fort ahhahah super club, les gens sont très bon physiquement et mentalement, la cuisine est très bonne et saksonkram super coach j ai adoré cette expérience merci Samart
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An incredible experience at a great gym! I had the amazing opportunity to meet Samart… read more Payakaroon himself in person, as well as Somrak Khamsing – truly a dream come true for any Muay Thai enthusiast.
This is an absolute must-visit gym, especially knowing it’s owned by the legendary Samart. The trainers here are exceptional – their knowledge and teaching ability really stand out. I learned so many new techniques and concepts during my time there.
The sparring sessions were fantastic and really helped improve my skills in a supportive environment. The gym maintains a very clean facility, which is always appreciated. What really makes this place special though is the friendly atmosphere – everyone from the staff to fellow trainees made me feel welcome.
If you’re serious about Muay Thai or just want to train at a place with incredible history and authentic instruction, Samart Payakaroon gym is the place to go. The combination of world-class expertise, great facilities, and welcoming people makes this a standout experience.
Highly recommended!
DJ
September 14, 2025Very clean gym, owned by arguably the greatest Nak Muay ever. I showed up with… read more my 13 year old son and we were greeted by a sweet older lady who offered us snacks and bananas while we waited for the class to begin. We attended a class with Kru Samarts trainers: Adahm (not sure if that’s how he spells it), Yo and Linglompup. There was one other older trainer but we didn’t get his name unfortunately. Great guys who pushed us to keep going and gave us feedback throughout the session about how we could improve. It was an amazing experience. Kru Samart wasn’t there unfortunately but hopefully we will be back in Thailand one day and we can visit them again! My son and I will definitely remember that experience forever and utilize what they taught us when we train back home.
Christopher
January 12, 2025A very good , family Muaythai gym, with great training acomodation and food. Pleasent, and… read more very peacefull. Ready to help and ready to train you if you are seroius but also they they all levels.amazed. and all great champions are here.
Zagreb
July 26, 2024
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Hours
Morning
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Afternoon/Evening
3:00 – 8:00 PM
Contact us
44/9 Moo 4 Soi Sai Mai 31, Sai Mai Road, Sai Mai, Bangkok 10220
Tel: +6665-585-0678
info@samartpayakaroon.com

