12 Best Muay Thai Gyms In Singapore To Try In 2024
Whether you’re trying to get fit (hello, 2024 resolutions) or you’re looking for a new challenge, Muay Thai or kickboxing is a great sport to pick up as it offers multiple health and mental benefits. Not sure where to begin? Here is our guide to the best Muay Thai gyms in Singapore for an authentic experience.
Nine Blades Muay Thai Gym
Nine Blades Muay Thai Gym is relatively new — the space was only set up in 2023 — but head coach Angus is no stranger in the scene, as he has been actively competing in Muay Thai and boxing for many years leading up to the launch of his gym.
Conveniently located in the CBD, a few steps from Raffles Place MRT Exit F, this rooftop gym is popular amongst students and office workers. The space is small and cosy, but classes pack a punch: Nine Blades promises a "pure" Muay Thai experience, with classes stretching up to 1.5 hours per session (sometimes longer), similar to what you'd get in Thailand.
Watch Angus' fight breakdown here!
Come here if you're a beginner, an aspiring fighter, or an enthusiast who loves to spar/clinch.
Check out @ninebladesmuaythaigym for ongoing deals and book your class here!
Location: 14 Robinson Rd, #13-00 Far East Finance Building
Pineapple MMA
Despite being relatively new to the scene—Pineapple MMA only opened its doors in late-2022—this gym has already amassed a steady following for their unique online branding and elite striking program. Pineapple prides itself for its world-class coaches, including Head Coach Master Yod (Yodkunsup Por. Pongsawang) and Kru John (Yodpetch Wor. Sangprapai), most famously known as the main striking coach of top Chinese MMA champion Zhang Weili.
The gym is centrally located in GR.iD (formerly known as PoMo), an easy six-minute walk from Dhoby Ghaut or Bencoolen MRT Station. Its bright and clean aesthetics, coupled with pops of colour from the hand-painted wall murals, draw in curious onlookers. They've got boxing and BJJ classes too!
Location: 1 Selegie Rd, B1-13 GR.iD Singapore
Muay Champ Fitness
Easties, this one's for you: Muay Champ Fitness is a spanking new gym located in Changi Business Park, a few steps away from Expo MRT! Although they're a fresh face in the scene, their Muay Thai programme has built a name of its own for good reason: classes are run by Muay Thai head coach Nazree, the renowned Kru Meechai, and Kru Jet, previously of Revolution Gym in Phuket.
That's not all. Muay Champ also boasts a fully equipped gym for all to use, and a chargeable ice bath facility great for recovery, alongside fun classes such as spin, aerial yoga, and reformer pilates! Free towels and clean showers are available, too.
Find out more about Muay Champ Fitness' offerings!
Location: 6 Changi Business Park Ave 1, #02-21 ESR BIZPARK@CHANGI, North Tower
Gifted Fight Academy
Jalan Besar is home to a fair few Muay Thai gyms, including the popular Gifted Fight Academy. SG Muay Thai champion Alvin Sham heads the gym, which is open to both beginners and aspiring fighters. Side note: watch Alvin Sham's breakdown of his Super Champ fight!
They've got a strong team of active fighters, so this is one place to get your sparring in if you're working towards that direction. Otherwise, there are group classes that are technique-focused, alongside S&C classes to get your conditioning in. Their kids classes are very popular, too!
DM Gifted Fight Academy on Instagram to find out more.
Location: 201 Jalan Besar Rd
Blessed MMA
If you love Muay Thai, boxing and BJJ, consider Blessed MMA. This mixed martial arts gym, a stroll away from Raffles Place MRT, offers up to 70 hour-long classes a week.
Sparring classes for both Muay Thai and boxing are available too, so you can hone your skills if you're working towards competing. They've also trained and produced noteworthy champions, including Lena Tan: watch our documentary here!
Blessed MMA offers two studios, both in the same building, alongside clean shower facilities. This is one great spot to train if you work in the area want to squeeze in a quick workout before heading back to the office or going home.
Find out more about Blessed MMA's programme and class schedule!
Location: 15 Phillip St, #04-00, Tan Ean Kiam Building
Hilltop Academy
Mention Hilltop to any Muay Thai enthusiast and chances are they’ll know the gym as one of the oldest authentic Muay Thai gyms in Singapore. Founded by Master Johnnie, also affectionately known by his students as Shifu, Hilltop Academy has been around since 1996. A convenient 10-minute from the MRT, the gym is located along a busy one-way street in the vibrant Farrer Park locale, boasting multiple nearby supper spots for post-training fuel.
The beginner-friendly training at Hilltop is old-school with a focus on technique, alternating with a mix of cardio and muscle-specific exercises to improve strength and endurance. The warm-up constitutes three rounds of skipping and shadow boxing; thereafter it’s a series of bagwork and a three-minute padwork with a trainer. Each session ends with conditioning exercises like sit-ups. The ring is then open for optional sparring.
It can be pretty intimidating if you’re entering a Muay Thai gym for the first time. That’s not the case at Hilltop, though. Their family-centric vibes, approachable trainers, and friendly members set them apart from many gyms in Singapore.
Email info.hilltopacademysg@gmail.com to book your free trial, or enquire about private Muay Thai training!
Location: 576B Serangoon Road, Level 3
The Ring Boxing Community CCK
Good news for those who live in the West: The Ring now has a spanking new gym on the third floor of SAFRA Choa Chu Kang! Located within the fitness centre, The Ring Boxing Community CCK has a huge ring that's perfect for sparring, along with lots of space for bagwork and padwork.
Group classes are run by Head Coach Andre Seah, who boasts over 17 years of Muay Thai and boxing experience, including 18 professional fights. Boxing and Muay Thai classes are offered here, alongside sparring sessions and kids' classes on the weekends. Members can use the fitness centre before or after their sesh, too!
Find out more about The Ring CCK.
Location: 28 Choa Chu Kang Dr, Level 3 SAFRA
Jai Muay Thai
We'd previously written about Jai Muay Thai when they opened their doors in 2022. In the short span of a year and a half, the homegrown gym has upgraded to a bigger space, a mere five-minute walk from Yio Chu Kang MRT!
The newly renovated gym offers group classes and personal training for students of all ages. There are Muay Thai classes tailored for kids and pre-teens, too! Those who want to get some sparring work in can visit on Friday nights for their dedicated sparring class.
Visit Jai Muay Thai's Instagram page to find out more!
Location: 3 Ang Mo Kio St 62, #03-17
Fight Pro-Motion Gym x The Right Fit
ICMYI: popular Muay Thai gym Fight Pro-Motion Gym (FPM) recently opened in the quiet Yio Chu Kang estate, taking over Jai Muay Thai's previous unit! The new outlet is called FPM TRF, short for Fight Pro-Motion Gym x The Right Fit.
The same cosy space offers small group classes, alongside personal training (PT) sessions. If you wish to brush up on your techniques with a friend, there's also a two-pax PT option, priced from just $60 per person when you buy 10 sessions! FPM is one great gym to consider too, if you're interested in the Khan Muay Thai curriculum.
DM FPM TRF now!
Location: 32 Jln Kelulut
LFMT
Previously known as LeFit Muay Thai, the popular Muay Thai gym has since rebranded to LFMT Fight Club following its recent move to the bustling Geylang locale. The family vibes are still the same here, with Muay Thai training for people of all ages and experience: beginners, intermediate practitioners, and fighters are all welcome.
Head coach Maarkus is known for his personal training, and is well-liked especially by younger kids.
The new gym is a 10-minute walk from Mountbatten MRT, so it's fairly central as compared to their previous Bukit Timah location.
Check out LFMT Fight Club!
Location: 69 Lor 14 Geylang
Kai Muay Thai
Located in a Jalan Besar shophouse unit on ground floor, Kai Muay Thai's gym space is clean, open, and airy. It's also fitted with a ring for sparring and padwork!
Classes are taken by founder Kai and Thai trainer Otto Maxpower, both of whom are recognised in the Muay Thai scene. The training at Kai Muay Thai is old-school and technical, yet fun and beginner-friendly.
Find out more about Kai Muay Thai!
Location: 28/30 Sam Leong Rd
Common Man Fight Club
Here's one for the Northies: Common Man Fight Club is a new Muay Thai and boxing gym that's a mere five-minute walk from Woodlands MRT Station! The spacious gym, kitted out in full InFightStyle gear, sports floor-to-ceiling windows, so you're always training with a view.
Although Common Man has only been around for less than a year, the gym has already sent fighters to compete in local amateur competitions, making their presence known in the scene. They also offer Muay Boran classes on selected days, if that's something you're keen to explore!
Check out Common Man Fight Club's Instagram page.
Location: 8 Woodlands Square, #04-31 Solo 2