About Us
Welcome to Hoi An Muay Thai
The Heart of Muay Thai in Central Vietnam





Located in the beautiful town of Hoi An, our gym brings the true spirit of Muay Thai to a hidden gem in Vietnam. With stunning beaches, rich culture, and a peaceful atmosphere, Hoi An is the perfect place to train, relax, and explore.
At Hoi An Muay Thai, our trainers have lived, trained, and fought in Thailand for years. They bring the authentic Thai approach to teaching Muay Thai, combining traditional techniques with modern methods. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced fighter, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
After training, you can enjoy the charm of Hoi An – walk through the ancient town, relax on An Bang Beach, or try delicious local food. We’re proud to offer a unique experience where you can train like a fighter in Thailand while discovering the beauty of central Vietnam.
For Everyone
No matter your age, fitness level, or experience, our classes are designed to cater to all. We believe Muay Thai is for everyone, and we’re here to help you grow at your own pace.
Community Vibes
At Hoi An Muay Thai, you’re not just joining a gym. Our supportive and friendly community will motivate you to push your limits
The views
Located by the river with lush coconut forest views, Hoi An Muay Thai offers a peaceful, natural training space. Train to the sounds of nature with a refreshing breeze from the water. An ideal setting to focus, recharge, and connect with the spirit of Muay Thai.






A Synergistic Team
Together, Araya and Sierra make an unbeatable team. Araya brings decades of wisdom and expertise in the industry, shaped by his professional fights against tough opponents in Thailand. Sierra, after years of living in Thailand, has gained a deep understanding of Thai culture and training methods. He now combines his knowledge of traditional Muay Thai with a scientific, evidence-based approach to training, helping athletes improve their performance to the high level. Together, their synergy creates a balanced and inspiring environment for all students. Their time trainning and fighting in Thailand has given them a profound understanding of Thai methods, making them skilled, experienced, and dynamic coaches.

Miguel Araya
Head Coach
Born in Chile, Miguel Araya is a seasoned Muay Thai professional with over 20 fights in Thailand under his belt. He has competed in prestigious promotions like Thai Fight and iconic stadiums such as Petchbuncha, earning respect in the Muay Thai world. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the art, Miguel leads our training team with passion, discipline, and a commitment to helping every student reach their full potential.

Miguel Sierra
At 27, Miguel Sierra (Miguelito) has built his martial arts career by training and fighting internationally. Born in Spain, he started at 19, honing his skills in Muay Thai and Jiujitsu while competing in Australia and Thailand. For the past 3 years, he has lived and trained in Thailand, fighting for gyms across Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, and Phuket. With 8 fights in Thailand and a deep understanding of traditional Thai training, Miguelito brings a unique perspective and relentless energy to our team.

Khoa
Meet Khoa, a passionate Muay Thai fighter from Hoi An with over 10 years of experience in martial arts. He has competed for both the Youth Team and The Ho Chi Minh team, and now, as a resident of Hoi An, he eagerly imparts his expertise to others, sharing how Muay Thai enhances mental strength, physical fitness, flexibility, and adaptive reflexes to tackle life's challenges.
How Our Students Rate Us
EXCELLENT Based on 61 reviews Frankie K25 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hồi An Muay Thai is the best! My husband and I have had 5 private sessions so far. The teacher Miguel is so patient with us as absolute beginners! It’s challenging, but so much fun and rewarding! Can definitely feel our fitness levels improving! 🥵😃 100% recommended this gym. Frankie NZ Leo Giamouridis15 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Muay Thai sessions were excellent – intense, technically challenging, and extremely effective. I got a lot out of each session and truly felt like I made the most of the training. Both my conditioning and technique improved noticeably. The many training units taught me a lot and helped me grow both physically and mentally. The gym was very clean, and the trainer was super friendly, knowledgeable, and motivating. Overall, a fantastic experience that I genuinely made count! Jodie Palmer15 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful open air gym with a view of the river! The trainers were friendly and helpful. Cecilia Vera2 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Found this centre during my Hoi an holiday trip, decided to try the private class and ended up very happy, because Miguel turned out became one of the best coach I ever have for the last 12 yrs. Down to earth, easy to understand, patient, informative and fun. If I didn't injured my right feet on the second day (totally my fault - nothing to do with the Muay Thai lesson), i'd do full 4 days with him. Highly recommended. Luc No22 March 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a really good private training session with Miguel. Sea Biscuit7 March 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Très sympa. Première séance de toute ma vie. Cadre super agréable. Il y a des leçons de groupes chaque jour à différentes heures. Professeur espagnol qui donne cours en anglais, nous étions plusieurs apprentis de différents pays c’était cool Jamie Snowden24 February 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a private session with Miguel. Really enjoyed it, great coach and a very beautiful place to train MT. Definitely worth visiting if you’re in Hoi An. florian bauge24 February 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. De passage a hoi an durant mon voyage jai essayer cette salle qui etait vraiment Incroyable! Miguel et vraiment un coach supertres amical et qui prend le temps de corriger la technique impeccable si vous voulez evoluer , j’y suis retourner le lendemain avant mon depart tellement les cours y etait de qualité ,jai fais pas mal de camp au vietnam et en thailande et celui ci fais partie vraiment de mes meilleurs souvenir 🙏 Kieran O'Reilly8 February 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great 1-1 PT session, Miguel is a very skilled instructor - definitely recommend this gymVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more