Sitmonchai Muay Thai Gym has been around for around 30 years, but has only recently started training foreign nationals, so it is still run in a very traditional and old school way. As such, Sitmonchai offers affordable training and accommodation packages for visitors along with an authentic Muay Thai training experience and an intimate family atmosphere. From the owner, the fighters and trainers, to the ever present manager Pii A, everyone makes an effort to ensure all your personal needs and training goals are met during your stay.
Sitmonchai has also been home to one of the highest ranked and best loved Muay Thai fighters in Thailand, Pornsanae Sitmonchai for over 17 years. Out of over 150 fights, he has had 105 wins, 52 of which have been knock outs. He has a long list of championship titles and is highly regarded for his relentless style of hand combinations and leg kicks. Mostly he is celebrated by fans for his indefatigable nak su (warrior) spirit. In July 2011 he returned from a 7 month hiatus from fighting after some particularly fierce bouts, but is looking forward to fighting internationally in the coming months. Pornsaneh's style fully demonstrates the Sitmonchai sensibility.
Other fighters at the gym include Thepnimit Sitmonchai, currently celebrated for his strong record of knockouts and exciting fighting style and 17 year old Yodkhunporn Sitmonchai, one of the top fighters in his weight category. Both demonstrate explosive, combative power in their bouts, which is another Sitmonchai trademark. Younger fighters at the gym are similarly rising through the ranks of muay Thai, maintaining the gym's reputation for excellence.
All Sitmonchai fighters are recognized for having a particular fighting style and the training here reflects this quality.
The camp is located 95 km outside of Bangkok in beautiful Kanchanaburi province. Thamaka is a small town with a market, Tesco Lotus and various 7-11s. We arrange outings for our visitors to some of the more scenic areas and also visit temples, mosques and other local points of interests.
There are minivans leaving at regular 20-30 minute intervals from Anusavari (Victory Monument) and coaches from the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok. Private pickups are also available.
