Thailand and the greater South East Asia is one of the biggest hubs of MMA, Muay Thai and combat sports in the world. From former UFC champion Alex Volkanovski’s Bangtao Muay Thai to the Fairtex training center, the options are endless. But the biggest question for most aspiring Indian fighters is: How much it cost to train in Thailand?
In an exclusive interview with MMA India, Muay Thai pro fighter Ashish Raman Sethi talked about his journey and give a detailed explanation to the question: How Much it Cost to Train in Thailand?
He gives a breakdown of the cost of living and give tips for India fighters to go to Thailand and train under some of the best coaches. Sethi is the first Indian Muay Thai star from India to win Bangla Stadium Boxing Championship.
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How Much It Cost to Train in Thailand
According to Sethi, Indian fighters can expect a monthly spent of at least INR 70,000. He explained, the biggest cost is of the dormitory (rented accommodation) and fees to the coaches. However, he explained that compared to big Indian metro cities like Delhi and Mumbai the cost of living is relatively lower.
Availability of cheap and healthy food options make it easier for the fighters to manage cost. In addition, once the fighters have achieved some experience in the amateur circuit they can turn pro and earn 1500-2000 Thai Bath per fight (this the lowest level of the fight purse. Experienced fighters attract higher salaries)
Visa is the biggest hurdle
Sethi explained that apart from the cost of training and living, visa is the biggest roadblock for Indian fighters. Currently, Thailand offers short stay visa of 2 months to Indians (Currently, Thai gov is running a special scheme of Visa free entry for Indians up to 10 May 2024). Getting a long term visa to train becomes a challenge and people resort to tricking the system by taking study visa.
Get the Best of Thailand: Do a 2 Month Camp
Sethi explains that fighters who are already training in India should opt for a short 1-2 month camp in Thailand as it is the best way to get world class training experience in a small budget.
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