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Manasak Muay Thai Gym

A hard-training Chiang Mai gym east of the river on Charoen Muang Road, the one Reddit threads recommend to anyone serious.

4.8(134)
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Mon–Sat 08:00–10:00 and 16:00–18:00

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Full opening hours
Monday08:00–10:00 and 16:00–18:00
Tuesday08:00–10:00 and 16:00–18:00
Wednesday08:00–10:00 and 16:00–18:00
Thursday08:00–10:00 and 16:00–18:00
Friday08:00–10:00 and 16:00–18:00
Saturday08:00–10:00 and 16:00–18:00
SundayClosed

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Why go, and how to do it well

Manasak Muay Thai Gym is the Chiang Mai gym that comes up again and again in the Reddit threads that rank for the city's gym searches. The people recommending it say the training is heavy, that the trainers notice students who take it seriously, and that it's a sociable place to spend a month.

It's on Charoen Muang Road in Wat Ket, east of the Ping River, about a 15-minute ride from the Old City and close to the railway station. The gym runs its bookings through its Facebook page, so message them there for current class times and prices before you turn up.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026

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295 Charoen Muang Rd, Tambon Wat Ket, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai

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Manasak Muay Thai Gym: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manasak Muay Thai Gym worth visiting?

Manasak Muay Thai Gym holds a 4.8★ rating from 134 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Chiang Mai.

What are the opening hours of Manasak Muay Thai Gym?

Manasak Muay Thai Gym is typically open 08:00–10:00 and 16:00–18:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Manasak Muay Thai Gym?

The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).

Where is Manasak Muay Thai Gym located?

Manasak Muay Thai Gym is at 295 Charoen Muang Rd, Tambon Wat Ket, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).

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