14points · on 2 of 2 lists: Tripadvisor and Phuket Insider
Powerhouse Phuket was built by a group of international fighters, and its classes are capped in size in high season. Coaches talk through technique during each pad round, and the owner assesses fighters and arranges bouts for those ready to compete. Students on train and stay packages live in rooms at the gym, with meals cooked on site.
“The perfect blend of Thai and Western style training, the best of both worlds.”
a Google reviewer
“Being a smaller gym, there’s a nice community.”
a Google reviewer
13points · on 2 of 2 lists: Tripadvisor and Phuket Insider
Southside MMA opened in 2022 beside Rawai Beach and teaches Muay Thai alongside MMA and grappling classes. Classes are small enough that trainers spend one on one time with each student. The gym has its own MMA cage and an ice bath, and rooms on site for students who stay to train.
“The location is absolutely beautiful, sea-facing and very peaceful”
a Google reviewer
“The cafe is super convenient for a post training smoothie!”
a Google reviewer
KB Muaythai's owner, Kru Bank, teaches many of the private sessions himself and takes the time to correct each movement in detail. First-timers train beside experienced students, and the coaches explain each technique as they go.
“It’s clean, it’s fun and very effective.”
a Google reviewer
“The trainers are very knowledgeable and extremely friendly”
a Google reviewer
Google ratings from Google on 3 October 2026. Quotes are from the published lists and reviews named beside each one.
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- Tripadvisor · 2026
- Phuket Insider · October 2026
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