 SIX-WEEK THAI BOXING TOUR OF THAILAND
Six-week tour
Dates for 2006: April 10 – May 21
Description: For those of you who crave a deeper understanding of this ancient art, our fully catered six-week tour is designed to be the ultimate Muay Thai experience in Thailand. During this extended trip you will benefit from enormous improvement in your Muay Thai abilities. You will return home with unexpected new fighting skills, a healthier physique and a refreshed attitude to martial arts. You will have the opportunity to experience contrasting Thai lifestyles in three very different parts of Thailand: a multicultural hill town near the border with Burma; the capital’s steaming metropolis, Bangkok; and the stunning tropical island location of Horizon Thai Boxing Camp. Be a spectator at genuine Muay Thai competitions in at least three different venues and under different rules. Witness Muay fought in the traditional style, with no gloves, in a breathtaking competition against Burma. Take ringside seats at one of Bangkok’s top boxing stadiums to see Muay Thai fought in the modern arena, and enjoy regional fight nights in a more rural setting. If it is your goal, you will have the chance to match your skills in the ring against a Thai fighter. As well as cultural temple visits and sightseeing we’ll take you to Bangkok’s best shopping districts, and point you towards the country’s most happening nightspots (including Koh Phangan’s infamous Full Moon Party). As a bonus you’ll be given the opportunity to obtain your open water scuba diving certificate or test your metal on our unique jungle survival course. This tour is packed with action but still leaves plenty of time for you to absorb Thailand’s fun loving atmosphere and really get close to Thai people. You won’t find a better deal or a group of people more dedicated to making your trip to Thailand extraordinary.
Price per person: 115 000 Thai Baht (Approximately $2815, £1550, €2265)
Price includes: Internal flight Koh Samui – Bangkok, Comfortable hotel and camp accommodation (air-conditioned hotel rooms, fan rooms at the boxing camp); all meals (Thai and Western food options at most venues, choose from an extensive menu at the camp); comprehensive Muay Thai training (two daily sessions except on Saturdays); all tickets for shows; all transfers; excursions and activities. Open Water scuba diving, trip to Ang Thong National Marine Park, and jungle survival course are optional at minimal extra cost. International flights to Bangkok not included in this price.
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THREE-WEEK THAI BOXING TOUR OF THAILAND Three-week tour
Dates for 2006: June 25 – July 15
Description: Our fully catered three-week tour is long enough for the beginner to get an excellent grounding in Muay Thai. If you already have some experience attending this tour will significantly improve your knowledge base and conditioning, and will foster a deeper understanding of this powerful martial art. You will have time enough to prepare for competition if that is your goal (assuming you arrive at the camp in pretty good shape). Training will be intensive but there is still the opportunity for you to enjoy some of the varying landscapes of Thailand and get to know its fun loving people. You will have the opportunity to visit a Muay Thai factory where you can stock up on gear at discount prices, take a tour of the steaming capital, Bangkok, as well as get a taste of its infamous night life. Enjoy authentic Muay Thai tuition in paradise surroundings on the tropical island of Koh Phangan, explore the island and watch Horizon Camp’s fighters compete in local fight nights. At the end of your holiday attend Koh Phangan’s internationally renowned monthly full moon dance party, and finally take ringside seats at one of Thailand’s top boxing stadiums in Bangkok.
Price per person: 52 000 Thai baht per person (approximately $1270, £700, €1025)
Price includes: Comfortable hotel and camp accommodation (air-conditioned hotel rooms, fan rooms at the boxing camp); all meals (Thai and Western food options at most venues, choose from an extensive menu at the camp); comprehensive Muay Thai training (two daily sessions except on Saturdays); all tickets for shows; all transfers; excursions and activities. Day trip to Ang Thong National Marine Park is an optional extra at minimal extra cost. International flights to Bangkok not included in this price.
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Two-week tour
Dates for 2006: March 07 – March 19, July 30 – August 12
Description: For those with limited time or budget our intensive fully catered two-week training holiday is the number one choice. Little time is wasted on travel, and flying to the south in comfort means you will retain all the energy you need to concentrate on your training. For those of you with experience in Muay Thai you can get stuck into training immediately. You will be surprised at how much you can pick up in two weeks without too many other distractions. For beginners this two week trip serves as the perfect introduction to the sport. As well as receiving authentic Muay Thai tuition you will have plenty of opportunities to explore the island. Enjoy an herbal steam sauna at the local temple and discover the invigorating benefits of traditional Thai massage. See our fighters compete at a local fight night and round off your active break in Thailand by dancing the night away at Koh Phangan’s internationally renowned Full Moon Party. Muay Thai training, combined with an enjoyable beach-side holiday in spectacular tropical surroundings, makes this a great choice for couples (even if one of you doesn’t want to train). I challenge you to find an all-inclusive action holiday at a better price.
Price per person: 35 000 Thai baht (approximately $855, £470, €670)
Price includes: Internal flights Bangkok – Koh Samui both ways; air-conditioned accommodation on Koh Samui; comfortable accommodation in detached fan rooms with private bathrooms and sea views at Horizon Thai Boxing Camp; comprehensive Muay Thai tuition (every day except Saturdays); all meals (Thai or western choices from extensive restaurant menu); tickets for fight night; all transfers and activities. International flights to Bangkok not included in this price.
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International flights
Prices quoted do not include international flights to Bangkok. You should buy your own flight tickets separately. Purchase your tickets as early as possible to get a good price. You should arrange your flights to arrive in Bangkok on the first day of the tour (this may mean leaving from your home country on the previous day) and leave from Bangkok on the last. If you wish, we can arrange international flights and travel insurance for you at an extra cost. Prices depend on where you are flying from and how early you book. Contact us for details.
Discounts
We offer discounts for group bookings. Contact us for details.
Booking
You can secure your place on any of our tours at any time by completing a tour booking form and sending it to us along with 10 000 Thai baht (approximately $245, £135, €195) non-refundable deposit per person. Final payments for the tours are due at least 10 weeks before the tour is due to start.
Eligibility
Our Muay Thai tours are open to complete beginners and seasoned fighters alike. Women are very welcome. People of all ages may participate though under-17s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. You do not need to be very fit, but you should be in a reasonable state of health. It is no problem if you are overweight unless this seriously affects your mobility. The better shape you are in on arrival, the quicker you are likely to develop new skills.
Visas
If you are joining our six-week tour you should apply for a three month tourist visa from the Thai Embassy or Consulate in your home country. Most nationalities are granted a free 30-day stay on arrival to Thailand so if you are joining our two- or three-week tours you probably don’t need to apply for a visa in advance. Check with your Thai Embassy or Consulate. Your passport should have at least six months validity remaining.
Immunizations
There are no required vaccinations for entry into Thailand. Make an appointment with your doctor at least 6 weeks before you are due to travel to discuss recommendations. Bangkok and Koh Phangan are considered to be free from risk of malaria. So for our two- and three-week tours there is no need to take anti-malarial medicine. For our six-week tour there may be a risk of malaria around Mae Sot close to the border with Burma, but as we are visiting during the dry season, mosquitoes (which carry malaria) do not really pose a problem. Follow your Doctor’s advice. Make sure you are properly protected against tetanus, typhoid, cholera, polio, diphtheria and hepatitis A. | 
