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The 5 Best Muay Thai Gyms in Perth to Train Like a Fighter
I’ve already got the security systems sorted at home, but I reckon being physically prepared is a smart backup plan. Finding the best Muay Thai gym in Perth felt like the next logical step.
I wanted somewhere that’d sharpen my reflexes without chucking beginners straight into the deep end. Bonus points if the training was tougher than my usual gym routine and a bit more exciting than another treadmill session.
Muay Thai ticks plenty of boxes, from fitness and strength to practical self-defence skills. So I looked for Perth gyms with solid coaching, flexible classes, and a crew you’d actually enjoy sweating alongside.
How much does learning Muay Thai cost in Perth?
Muay Thai in Perth usually costs $35 to $60 per week for unlimited training. Casual classes are generally $13 to $30 each.
Limited passes for one to three classes a week tend to cost $37 to $52 weekly. Fly-in fly-out rates can sit around $30 to $32 per week.
Paying upfront for three to six months usually costs $500 to $1,260. Some gyms also charge a $49 to $220 joining fee.
1. M1FC Mixed Martial Arts
Address: Unit 5B, 443 Scarborough Beach Rd, Osborne Park
Contact: 0422 109 225
Hours: Monday-Friday, 6 AM – 9 PM | Saturday, 8 AM – 2 PM
M1FC Mixed Martial Arts is a handy pick if your week is already doing its best impression of organised chaos. Muay Thai runs throughout the working week, so squeezing in a session feels a lot more realistic.
I also like that its all-access membership covers other disciplines, including boxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. There’s no lock-in contract either, which makes trying something new feel far less intimidating.
Beginners aren’t treated like fresh meat here, with classes designed for different experience levels and a free trial available.
More advanced fighters also get dedicated training options, so there’s room to progress once the basics start clicking.
The main catch is for families bringing younger fighters along. Children’s classes don’t have a casual pay-as-you-go option, so you’ll need to consider a full membership after the trial.
This place has it all
Mach 1 is an awesome gym; the staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. The classes are suitable for all levels of fitness/skill. I train all year round and love it. Boxing, MMA, BJJ, Muay Thai- this place has it all. The 6 am boxing class is perfect in summer. Give it a try, it’s a lot of fun.
- Mitch UU | Google Review
Great atmosphere and really fun
As a teenage girl, it seemed a bit intimidating at first, but as soon as you go in, everyone is very welcoming and helpful. Joined the Muay Thai class with a friend and am enjoying it. Great atmosphere and really fun, the most I’ve ever enjoyed exercising.
- Hannah Fleming | Google Review
2. Phon’s Muay Thai Centre
Address: 1 Edith Street, Northbridge
Contact: (08) 9227 5296
Hours: Varying by class
Phon’s Muay Thai Centre has been around since 1989, so there’s plenty of old-school credibility behind those pads. The training leans into traditional Muay Thai rather than feeling like another cardio class with gloves.
I also like the structured Khan grading system, which gives you something concrete to work towards. Many group sessions run for around 90 minutes, giving you enough time to actually learn instead of just survive.
Newcomers get two free group-class trials, which is handy if you want to test the waters before committing. It’s a good way to see whether the coaching style and pace suit you.
The main drawback is the timetable, particularly on Fridays. There’s no regular coached group Muay Thai class that day, so flexibility isn’t quite as strong as at some Perth gyms.
An extraordinary place
If you want an authentic coach who is interested in your growth as a Muay Thai practitioner, then you don’t need to look any further than Phon’s Gym in Northbridge – an extraordinary place. Ajahn Phon is the Cus D’Amato of Muay Thai in Australia.
- Mev A | Google Review
Renowned for his Muay Thai training and being respected by all nationalities
Went to see Phon’s Thai Boxing Gym, was a good place. One thing I noticed is its authentic feeling and decor of original Thai-style kickboxing. Phon himself is renowned for his Muay Thai training and being respected by all nationalities.
- Stevens Lloyd | Google Review
3. Ora Belmont
Address: 96 Belmont Avenue
Contact: 0411 341 889
Hours: Monday-Thursday, noon – 7 PM | Friday, 9 AM – 1 PM | Alternating Saturdays, 9 AM – noon (call to pre-book)
Ora Belmont is a handy option if you want Muay Thai without giving up your regular strength training routine. The 1,400-square-metre facility packs in lifting platforms, racks, a boxing ring, and plenty of room to work up a sweat.
The coaching team also brings solid competitive experience, while classes cater to everyone from first-timers to seasoned fighters.
Kids get their own sessions too, with confidence and anti-bullying skills worked into the programme.
You can try a once-off Muay Thai class for $25 before committing, which takes some sting out of the decision. Recovery extras like the infrared sauna are available as well (though it’s a separately booked service).
The catch is that Muay Thai membership doesn’t include 24/7 gym access. There’s also a minimum term and four weeks’ paid notice required for cancellation.
Muay Thai classes are fantastic for all ability levels
Great gym with plenty of equipment. Muay thai classes are fantastic for all ability levels. The owners are very accommodating and are on hand to answer any queries you may have. 24/7 access and isn’t too busy, so you can always use the equipment you want.
- Rob Amphlett | Google Review
Amazing selection of equipment, always clean, fantastic staff & great members
Best gym I’ve been to! Amazing selection of equipment, always clean, fantastic staff & great members. Shane’s Muay Thai classes are an awesome addition to your workouts! Also a great place to complete your Cert III or IV in Fitness.
- Kelly Rowland | Google Review
4. Guardians Gym
Address: 72 Brown Street
Contact: 0432 398 024
Hours: Monday-Tuesday, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Thursday, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (Muay Thai classes)
Guardians Gym makes starting Muay Thai feel a lot less like being thrown into the deep end. Their Monday beginner class gives newcomers room to learn the basics before mixing it up with more experienced fighters.
I also like the $99 four-week unlimited intro pass, which lets you sample Muay Thai, judo, wrestling, boxing, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. For anyone who gets bored doing the same workout, that’s plenty of variety under one roof.
The East Perth location is handy for anyone wanting an after-work session without trekking across town. Tuesday caters to all levels, while Thursday shifts towards drilling and sparring.
The downside is the limited Muay Thai timetable, with only three evening sessions currently listed each week. If your roster is unpredictable, that narrow schedule could make regular training tricky.
All the trainers are polite, kind and experienced
Very friendly gym. Really nice people, good atmosphere, literally no dramas. All the trainers are polite, kind and experienced. I’m training both Muay Thai and Jiujitsu and loving it. I train 4 times a week, but pretty good deal with the membership.
- Kensuke Sugama | Google Review
Awesome gym that is welcoming and caters to all skill levels
Awesome gym that is welcoming and caters to all skill levels, from newbies to advanced. I’ve been doing Muay Thai for roughly 4 weeks and have been loving every session. Coach Huey teaches some dope elbows as well
- Rhodes | Google Review
5. Scrappy MMA & Fitness
Address: 10 Gympie Way, Willetton
Contact: 0468 098 363
Hours: Timetable varies
Scrappy MMA & Fitness has some serious fight pedigree, with a coaching team linked to Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena.
That sounds intimidating, but beginner Muay Thai runs four days a week, so newcomers aren’t left dodging metaphorical elbows.
Your first class is free, and you don’t need your own gear to give it a crack. I also like the variety, with boxing, wrestling, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts, and strength training all available under one roof.
The $60 weekly unlimited membership is handy if you plan to train often, and memberships can be paused without extra fees. Open-gym access also gives keen lifters another excuse to stick around.
The catch is the eight-week minimum membership term. Some advanced fight-team sessions are invite-only too, so you can’t wander straight into elite training on day one.
Suitable for all ages and levels. Great timetable
Quality coaches, training & fighters here at Scrappy MMA. Suitable for all ages and levels. Great timetable which includes MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, strength & conditioning, kids & ladies only classes. You won’t find a better mixed martial arts gym in the surrounding areas, or Perth for that matter.
- Danial | Google Review
The gym has a great family vibe
I have been training at Scrappy MMA for 2 years; the gym has a great family vibe. I train there with my son; the coaches put in as much as you give. They have helped sharpen my skills and given my son the perfect foundation in different principles to either compete at a high level or be able to defend himself in everyday life. It is refreshing to train at a gym where you are not just a number; the coaches will support and guide you with whatever avenue you choose to take.
- Luke Buktenica | Google Review
