Koh Phangan Gyms (2026): Day Passes, AC & Muay Thai

While areas of Thailand like Phuket grow into fitness hotspots, Koh Phangan’s gym scene remains reasonably humble in size. When it comes to choosing a gym in Koh Phangan, your choices will be mostly limited to the west and north of the island.

However, there are a couple of high-quality gyms to choose from that will meet the training needs of most. You won’t be hard-pressed to find Muay Thai classes with a few specialized Muay Thai gyms located on the island. And for all the yogis out there, a couple of the gyms also run yoga classes.

AC is a luxury on the island, but if you’re looking to train and keep fit on Koh Phangan, these gyms will be more than enough.

The scene has grown since we first wrote this. Several gyms now have saunas and ice baths, and there are finally good options in the north around Chaloklum. We’ve rechecked every gym below against official sites, Google listings and 2025–2026 reviews, and added three newer ones that come up again and again.

Koh Phangan Gyms at a Glance

Gym	Area	AC	Muay Thai	Day pass (approx.)
Evolve Health Club	Sri Thanu	No (open-air)	Yes	170 Baht ($5)
Podium Gym CrossFit	Thong Sala / Baan Tai	Yes	No (CrossFit and BJJ instead)	300–350 Baht ($9–10)
Phangan Muay Thai & Fitness	Thong Sala	No	Yes	200 Baht ($6)
The Press Gym	Chaloklum	No	No	Unconfirmed – check first
Diamond Muay Thai	Nai Wok (Thong Sala)	No	Yes	400 Baht ($12) per day of training
Xantiva Health Club (new)	Hin Kong	Cardio room only	No	About 400 Baht ($12)
Chaloklum Bay Gym (new)	Chaloklum	Yes	No	About 400 Baht ($12)
Rittisak Muay Thai (new)	Chaloklum	No	Yes	400 Baht ($12) per class

Tips for training on Koh Phangan in 2026:

Bring cash. Several gyms are cash only, and day passes are usually paid at the front desk.
Train early or late. Open-air gyms get seriously hot around midday.
High season (roughly December to March) gets busy, and some Muay Thai gyms limit drop-ins. Message ahead if you only have a few days.
Gyms are spread out, so pick one near where you’re staying. Our digital nomad guide covers the main areas and getting around by scooter.

1. Evolve Health Club – Srithanu

If you’re passing through Srithanu you can’t miss EVOLVE. The open-air gym has an old-school vibe to it. There are lots of classes on offer here too, like yoga, kettlebell training and Muay Thai.

2026 update: Evolve is still going strong and has added a sauna and ice bath. Its own price list puts a gym day pass at 170 Baht ($5), or 220–270 Baht ($7–8) with the recovery area. Muay Thai classes run Monday to Saturday mornings (9–10:30am) and weekday afternoons (4–5:30pm), at about 380 Baht ($11) a session. There’s also a snack bar doing shakes and acai bowls.

Location: Sri Thanu main road | Google Maps
Hours: Google lists 7am–10pm, 7 days
AC: No
Muay Thai: Yes
Equipment: Good
Supplements: Yes – ask at the desk about plant protein
Last checked: Oct 2026

Vegan food nearby: Sri Thanu is the vegan heart of the island – see our Sri Thanu picks.

2. Podium – Baan Tai

Podium is located right off Baan Tai road close to Thong Sala. When we first wrote this, the gym was cleaner but smaller than nearby Phangan Muay Thai & Fitness. All equipment is high-quality and clean, especially for Koh Phangan standards.

2026 update: Podium is still the island’s go-to air-conditioned gym, and it now advertises 500 square meters of training space. It runs CrossFit classes every day, plus Reformer Pilates and BJJ, and has an ice bath and steam room (recent reviewers say these aren’t included with a basic drop-in). Recent guides and reviews put a day pass at around 300–350 Baht ($9–10), and one reviewer mentions a 100 Baht towel and locker deposit, so check at the desk. It’s popular, and late morning is the busiest time.

Location: Off the Baan Tai road, between Thong Sala and Baan Tai | Google Maps
Hours: 7am–10pm – 7 days
AC: Yes
Muay Thai: No
Equipment: New & clean
Supplements: Yes (juice and protein bar)
Last checked: Oct 2026

3. Phangan Muay Thai & Fitness Gym – Thong Sala

When it comes to experiencing a “real” Thai gym, Phangan Muay Thai & Fitness ticks all the boxes. Probably the biggest gym on the island, so it doesn’t get crowded. It’s divided: half gym, half Muay Thai. It gets hot in here, so be prepared for a sweaty workout.

2026 update: Same hours, same sweaty vibe. The gym’s own price list puts a fitness visit at 200 Baht ($6), or 600 Baht ($18) a week, and a group Muay Thai session at 400 Baht ($12). Group classes run Monday to Saturday, 8–10am and 4–6pm.

Location: Thong Sala, opposite the side entrance of the Tesco Lotus | Google Maps
Hours: 7am–8:30pm (Mon–Sat), 12pm–6pm (Sun)
AC: No
Muay Thai: Yes
Equipment: Good/old
Supplements: Ask at the front desk
Last checked: Oct 2026

Vegan food nearby: Thong Sala has plenty – see our Thong Sala picks.

4. The Press Gym & Fitness Club – Chaloklum

A small gym tucked away in Chaloklum. This gym doesn’t match up to the others on the island, but could be a good option for those based in the north looking for a basic gym.

2026 update: The Press is still listed as open on Google, but the newest review we could find is from January 2024, and Google now lists much shorter hours (1pm–8pm). Treat it as a maybe and check its Facebook page before you go. If you’re in the north and want a modern gym, Chaloklum Bay Gym (#7) is in the same village.

Location: Chaloklum village | Google Maps
Hours: Google lists 1pm–8pm (7 days) – unconfirmed
AC: No
Muay Thai: No
Equipment: Old
Supplements: No
Last checked: Oct 2026

5. Diamond Muay Thai – Thong Sala

A Muay Thai training gym offering a variety of Muay Thai training programs and stay-in camps.

2026 update: Diamond is still going strong. Group training runs Monday to Saturday, 8–10am and 4–6pm, with Sunday as rest day. On its own price list, a taster session is 300 Baht ($9) and a full day of training 400 Baht ($12). Train-and-stay packages start from 7,000 Baht (about $208) a week. In high season (December to March), drop-in spots are limited, so book ahead. There’s an on-site café serving Thai and Western food – ask what’s vegan.

Location: Nai Wok, just north of Thong Sala pier | Google Maps
Hours: Set training schedule (Mon–Sat 8–10am and 4–6pm)
AC: No
Muay Thai: Yes
Equipment: Good
Supplements: No
Last checked: Oct 2026

6. Xantiva Health Club – Hin Kong (New)

If recovery is as important to you as the workout, Xantiva is the one people talk about. Alongside the weights area there’s an outdoor calisthenics space, an air-conditioned cardio room, sauna, herbal steam room, ice bath and jacuzzi. Reviews in 2025–2026 love the recovery area and the social vibe, but some mention crowding at peak times and mixed views on cleanliness.

Recent listings put a day pass at around 400 Baht ($12) including the recovery area, or about 1,800 Baht ($53) a week, and it’s cash only. Reviewers mention a 500 Baht locker key deposit, so bring a little extra.

Location: Hin Kong Road | Google Maps
Hours: 7am–9pm, 7 days
AC: Cardio room only
Muay Thai: No
Last checked: Oct 2026

Vegan food nearby: Wok Tum in Hin Kong is nearby.

7. Chaloklum Bay Gym – Chaloklum (New)

Finally, a modern gym in the north. Chaloklum Bay Gym is air-conditioned, with weight machines, free weights and cardio equipment, and it’s one of the top-rated gyms on the island on Google. It’s a handy option if you’re staying in Chaloklum or around Bottle Beach.

The gym describes its current rates as introductory, and a 2026 island guide puts them at around 400 Baht ($12) a day and 2,000 Baht ($59) a month, so check before you go. Bring closed-toe shoes – they’re required.

Location: Chaloklum (69/68 Moo 7) | Google Maps
Hours: 6am–9pm, 7 days
AC: Yes
Muay Thai: No
Last checked: Oct 2026

8. Rittisak Muay Thai – Chaloklum (New)

A smaller, family-run Muay Thai gym in Chaloklum with a big reputation for technique and friendly trainers. 2025 reviews come from complete beginners and pro fighters alike. There’s on-site accommodation for longer stays, plus kids’ classes.

Group classes run Monday to Saturday, 8–10am and 4–6pm (closed Sundays). A drop-in class is 400 Baht ($12), with weekly passes from 2,000 Baht ($59).

Location: Chaloklum village | Google Maps
Hours: Set training schedule (Mon–Sat 8–10am and 4–6pm)
AC: No
Muay Thai: Yes
Last checked: Oct 2026

Vegan food nearby: Refuel at our Chaloklum picks, like Foods and Roots on the beachfront (closed Thursdays).

Closed or Unconfirmed

None of the five gyms from our original list is confirmed closed. The Press (#4) is the only question mark – it’s still listed, but we found no reviews newer than January 2024, so check before you go.

Rest Day Ideas

Hike to the Bottle Beach viewpoint – a short, steep leg day with the best view on the island.
Cool off at one of Koh Phangan’s best beaches.
Catch the sunset from one of the secret viewpoint bars.
Refuel – our Koh Phangan vegan food guide lists the best plant-based spots by area.

Koh Phangan Gym FAQs

Which gyms in Koh Phangan have air conditioning?

Podium is fully air-conditioned, and Chaloklum Bay Gym in the north is too. Xantiva has an air-conditioned cardio room. Most other gyms are open-air.

How much is a gym day pass in Koh Phangan?

Expect roughly 170–400 Baht ($5–12). Evolve is the cheapest of the big gyms, while the gyms with saunas and ice baths sit at the higher end. Bring cash.

Where can I train Muay Thai in Koh Phangan?

Diamond Muay Thai and Phangan Muay Thai & Fitness are in the Thong Sala area, Rittisak Muay Thai is in Chaloklum, and Evolve runs Muay Thai classes in Sri Thanu. Most gyms train Monday to Saturday, mornings and late afternoons.

Which Koh Phangan gyms have a sauna or ice bath?

Evolve, Xantiva and Podium all have ice baths, and Evolve and Xantiva have saunas. At some gyms the recovery area costs extra, so ask at the desk.

Is there a gym near Chaloklum or Bottle Beach?

Yes. Chaloklum Bay Gym is a modern, air-conditioned option, and Rittisak Muay Thai is in the village too. The Press is also in Chaloklum, but check it’s open first.

Can I find vegan protein and food near the gyms?

Evolve and Podium both sell supplements, so ask about plant protein at the desk. Sri Thanu, Thong Sala and Chaloklum all have great vegan food. See our Koh Phangan vegan guide.