Samart Payakaroon Gym is the official gym of Samart Payakaroon — widely regarded as the greatest Muay Thai fighter in history. Located in Sai Mai, Bangkok, we offer authentic Muay Thai training for all levels, from children aged 6 and above to professional fighters, alongside a team of decorated champions in a genuine Thai camp environment.
4x
Lumpinee Stadium champion
WBC
World boxing champion 1986
150+
Professional fights, 90% win rate
600
THB drop-in — all levels welcome
The gym
Founded on a legacy of excellence
Samart Payakaroon Gym is not simply a training facility. It is a living institution built on the philosophy, technique, and discipline of a man who redefined what was possible in Muay Thai. Samart founded this gym to pour his knowledge and passion directly into the next generation of fighters and enthusiasts — not to trade on his name, but to preserve and share the art he mastered over a lifetime.
Located in the peaceful suburban district of Sai Mai, Bangkok, the gym sits away from the crowded tourist areas of the city. Students here fully immerse themselves in training while experiencing genuine local Thai culture and everyday Bangkok life. Moreover, you train alongside Samart’s own active professional Thai fighters — an environment no tourist-facing gym can replicate.
What we offer
Training for every level
Whether you are stepping onto the gym floor for the first time or preparing for a stadium fight, every programme here is built around the same principles that made Samart’s career legendary.
Group sessions
Drop-in group training for all levels. Two hours of structured Thai camp training from warm-up through to sparring. Open to adults and children aged 6 and above. No booking required — 600 THB per session.
Private coaching
One-on-one sessions with Kru Karuhat Sor Supawan, Samart Payakaroon himself, or our former professional fighters. Private sessions with legendary guest Kru Dieselnoi Chor Thanasukarn are also available by special arrangement.
Residential camp
Full camp packages with on-site accommodation, private bathroom, two meals per day, and twice-daily training. Available from 1 day to 4 weeks.
DTV Visa support
As an officially licensed gym, we provide the documentation required for Destination Thailand Visa applications, enabling long-stay training of up to 180 days per entry.
Meet the team
Our trainers
Every trainer at Samart Payakaroon Gym is a decorated professional with real competitive history.
Kru Samart — Head Trainer & Founder
Samart Payakaroon
Samart Payakaroon
WBC World Super Bantamweight Champion
Four-division Lumpinee Stadium champion and WBC World Super Bantamweight Champion. Widely regarded as the greatest Muay Thai fighter in history.
Kru Karuhat
Karuhat Sor Supawan
Karuhat Sor.Supawan
Four-time Lumpinee Stadium champion and one of the most technically gifted fighters of the golden era of Thai boxing.
Kru Saencherng
Saencherng Pinsinchai
Saencherng Pinsinchai
Four-time Lumpinee Stadium champion and one-time Rajadamnern Stadium champion.
Kru Moo
Apidej Sasiprapagym
Apidej Sasiprapagym
300+ professional Muay Thai fights.
Kru Run
Taxi Mor Payakaroon
Taxi Mor Payakaroon
70+ professional Muay Thai fights.
Kru Peak
Petchpri Ratwinit Bangkaeo
Petchpri Ratwinit Bangkaeo School
30+ professional Muay Thai fights and amateur boxing background.
Kru Gus
Archa Looktakri
Archa Looktakri
Muay Thai 11W–2L–1D. Amateur MMA national team athlete for Thailand and MMA Association of Thailand champion.
Kru Trithep
Trithep
Trithep
11 Muay Thai fights and 3 kickboxing bouts.
Official status
Officially licensed
Samart Payakaroon Gym holds full official licensing from the Sports Authority of Thailand, giving students access to government-recognised training documentation including DTV Visa support letters.
Licensed by the Office of Boxing Sport Board, Sports Authority of Thailand under the Ministry of Sports and Tourism. One of a small number of officially recognised Muay Thai training facilities in Bangkok.
Common questions
About the gym
What makes Samart Payakaroon Gym different from other Muay Thai gyms in Bangkok?
Samart Payakaroon Gym is the only gym in Bangkok where training comes with something no other facility can offer: the constant presence of Muay Thai legends. Samart himself is here regularly, and famous fighters from the previous generation of Thai boxing (champions and icons who defined the golden era of the sport) come in and out to visit, share a meal, and spend time at the gym. Beyond that, it is the only gym in the world founded and personally run by Samart Payakaroon, with Kru Karuhat Sor Supawan among the resident coaches — and legendary guest Kru Dieselnoi Chor Thanasukarn available for exclusive private sessions by arrangement.
Is the gym suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Samart Payakaroon Gym welcomes students of all levels including complete beginners. Trainers adjust every session to the individual student’s experience and goals. No prior martial arts training is required to drop in.
Is the gym welcoming to women and children?
Yes. The gym welcomes women, men, and children aged 6 and above in an inclusive and respectful environment. Students of every background and age train together, creating a genuine family-friendly camp atmosphere that reflects the values Samart Payakaroon has built this gym on.
Can I train with Samart Payakaroon directly?
Yes. Private one-on-one sessions with Samart Payakaroon are available at 10,000 THB per 60-minute session by advance reservation and pre-payment. Contact info@samartpayakaroon.com to book.
Ready to train?
Drop in for a session, book a private lesson, or enquire about our residential camp packages.
