Thai Boxing in Phuket

Those feeling tired of the bar scene can instead check out the night markets, go for a relaxing spa-massage treatment, lounge in a cafe, browse the shopping centres, do some bowling, try a thrilling bungy jump or watch some Muay Thai Fights.

Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) is one of the world's fastest growing martial arts and revered as one of the most challenging. There is no substitute for a real fight, which is an adrenaline pumping experience especially if there's a good local crowd heavily betting. It's generally not as bruising as western style boxing with more skill and athleticism required. High kicks and punches area allowed and short rounds allow the protagonists to recover those karate style kicks. Wins are determined by points, although knockouts do occur.

You can see Muay Thai in the Bangla Boxing Stadium located above the Margarita Bar at the junction of Soi Bangla and Rat-U-Thit Rd. Tickets are 750 Baht - more expensive than in Phuket Town. but then you don't have cab fare if you're staying in Patong.

Muay Thai can also be found at Sala Muay Thai at the top of Soi Vegas off Bangla Road. (read more about Muay Thai)