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Most people overpack clothes and underpack the stuff that actually matters. Then they spend their first two days hunting around for things they should've brought. Here's what you really need: Your own gloves and wraps — Gym gloves are shared, sweaty, and usually falling apart. Bring your own pair and at least three sets of hand wraps, because they won't dry overnight in this humidity. More training gear than you think — You're training once or twice a day and nothing dries fast. Pack enough shorts and tops to rotate, or find a laundry spot near your gym on day one. A basic first aid kit — Tape, plasters, antiseptic, and something for cuts on your feet and shins. Small injuries get infected quickly in the heat if you ignore them. Shin guards — If you plan on sparring, bring a pair that fits you properly. Borrowed ones slip and leave you more exposed. Leave the rest behind — You'll live in shorts, t-shirts and flip flops. Anything else you forget can be bought here cheaply. Pack light, pack smart, and spend your first day training instead of shopping. Inside the Academy there's a full pre-trip checklist so nothing gets missed before you fly. It's in the classroom 👊 What's one thing you'd never travel without? Drop it below 👇

You've picked your location. You've picked your gym. Now comes the part nobody warns you about: the first week. Most people show up hyped, train twice a day from day one, and by day four they're cooked. Blisters, shin splints, heat exhaustion, and a week on the sofa. Here's how to actually survive it: Start with one session a day — Your body needs time to adjust to the heat and the volume. Do mornings or afternoons for the first week, not both. Hydrate properly — Water alone isn't enough when you're sweating this much. Get electrolytes in every day, before you feel like you need them. Look after your feet — Training barefoot on canvas will rip your feet up. Tape early, keep cuts clean, and don't ignore a blister. Infections here move fast. Go easy in sparring — Nobody's impressed by you going hard on day two. Show control and the trainers and fighters will respect you more. Sleep and eat like it's your job — Recovery is where you get better. Late nights out and skipped meals will wreck your training faster than anything. The first week isn't about proving yourself. It's about setting yourself up to train for months, not days. I break down my full first-week schedule and recovery routine

Once you've picked your location, the next big decision is the gym. And this is where most people get it wrong. They book whatever has the best Instagram, pay a month upfront, and realise in week one it's not for them. Here's what actually matters: Pad time — Watch a session first. How many trainers are holding pads versus how many students? If it's one trainer to eight people, you're paying for a group fitness class. Who trains there — Are there Thai fighters on the mats, or only tourists? Training around real fighters raises your level fast. Your goal — Fitness, technique or fighting. Some gyms are built for fighters, others are built for holidays. Neither is wrong, but pick the one that matches you. Location — A great gym 40 minutes away becomes a gym you skip. Stay close. Try before you commit — Almost every gym will let you drop in or do a week. Never pay a month upfront blind. The right gym makes your whole trip. The wrong one can ruin it. Inside the Academy I break down every gym I'd recommend across all six regions, ranked into Top Pick, My Pick and Honourable Mention, so you don't have to guess 👊

One of the biggest mistakes people make before a Muay Thai trip is picking a location without understanding what each place actually offers. Thailand isn’t one destination — it’s six completely different training experiences. Here’s a quick breakdown: Koh Tao — Small island, relaxed vibe, great for a first taste. Best for short trips of 1-3 weeks. Koh Phangan — Where I started. Laid back, brilliant value, stronger gym scene than people expect. Best first base for serious training. Koh Samui — More developed, easier logistics, solid gyms. Good if you want comfort alongside training. Phuket — Where I’m based now. Biggest gym scene in Thailand. If you want to fight or train seriously — this is your place. Bangkok — World class gyms. Petchyindee, PK Saenchai, Yokkao. Best for short focused stints of 2-4 weeks. Chiang Mai — The underrated one. Cheapest location, cooler climate, incredible gyms. Best value in Thailand full stop. Most people who do longer trips end up doing two or three locations — and that’s exactly the kind of trip this community is built to help you plan. If you want the full breakdown — gyms, budgets, what each location is actually like to live and train in — it’s all inside the course. Module 3 covers location selection in full, Module 5 is the complete gym guide across all six locations, and Module 7 gives you real monthly budget figures for every destination.