Gyms & fitness in Chiang Mai
27 gyms & fitness the wiki names, plus 1 that has closed, grouped by area. For advice on choosing, prices and what to expect, read Health & Fitness.
Chang Klan & Night Bazaar · Chang Phueak · Mae Hia · Nimman · San Kamphaeng · Saraphi · Wua Lai · Elsewhere and out of town
Chang Klan & Night Bazaar
- F45 Training Night Bazaar~฿3,000/monthNorthern Thailand's first F45, at the Pavillion complex near Night Bazaar; team-based 45-min HIIT circuits.
Chang Phueak
- Thailand's first CrossFit affiliate, on Chotana Rd; dedicated class area plus separate weightlifting space, full day schedule, drop-ins welcome.
Mae Hia
- Second CrossFit affiliate out in Mae Hia; handy for the south/university side of town.
Nimman
- Jetts Fitness Chiang Mai~฿800–1,500/monthAustralian 24-hour chain, air-conditioned with modern kit and flexible contracts; a popular reliable default for expats.
- In the heart of Nimman; pricier but excellent, well-maintained equipment and opens early. Favoured by serious lifters.
San Kamphaeng
- Well-regarded Muay Thai camp near San Kamphaeng; named among the city's established gyms (verify current status before booking).
Saraphi
- Large fully air-conditioned gym running air purifiers through burning season, with English-speaking staff. In Saraphi, near Promenada - NOT on Chotana Road.102 Moo 6, Tambon Chai Sathan, Amphoe Saraphi, Chiang Mai 50140 (near Promenada) · Map
Wua Lai
- Often called the only true Western boxing gym in the city, just south of Chiang Mai Gate; head coach Non was an Olympic-level boxer. Warm, welcoming reputation.
Elsewhere and out of town
- 24-hour global chain with keyfob access and A/C; branches at Central Festival and elsewhere.
- Boutique boxing and personal-training studio founded by a UK-qualified coach; small classes (~6 cap), private training and a juniors class. Confirm pricing directly.
- Charnchai Muay Thai~฿350/classPopular with expats and travellers for a fun, friendly, beginner-welcoming atmosphere; around ฿350/class.
- Dedicated BJJ club running beginner-to-advanced gi and no-gi programmes.
- MMA gym combining striking and grappling, and also running dedicated Western boxing classes.
- One of the highest-rated camps in Thailand by review volume; many trainers, multiple rings, beginner groupings. A strong all-round pick for first-timers.
- Budget-focused with very low monthly rates and cheap day passes; a no-frills place to lift.
- Respected, more traditional gym focused on fundamentals and technique; popular with foreigners wanting an authentic feel without the crowds.
- Traditional Muay Thai gym (Kiatbusaba, also seen as Sitjemam) named among the city's camps; trial a session for trainer fit.
- MMA-focused gym running dedicated Western boxing classes alongside its striking/grappling programme.
- Established Brazilian jiu-jitsu club with gi and no-gi classes and a welcoming mixed local-and-foreigner mat culture.
- Large gym popular with the expat community; good range of classes and English-speaking staff.
- Miss Fitness Health Club~฿1,500/monthLong-running ladies-only gym with two branches (by Tha Pae Gate and in Nong Hoi); full workout plus group classes at budget local pricing.
- Striking gym that has partnered with a BJJ club for a dual-gym MMA membership.
- Dedicated indoor bouldering gym in town; a go-to during burning season when the crag isn't appealing (names in this scene change — verify it's still open).
- Long-standing, affordable gym with a good mix of locals and long-term foreigners; often cited as best-value in the city.
- Indoor bouldering gym operating in the city; alternative to heading out to the crag on hazy days.
- Established Muay Thai camp popular with foreign trainees; one of several worth a drop-in trial before committing.
- Team Quest Chiang MaiClosed 2021-01Long the city's best-known MMA gym; closed during the pandemic and has not reopened. Older guides still list it.
- Virgin Active Chiang Mai~฿650/week (~฿2,800/mo)Premium international chain on the 4th floor of Central Festival; 125+ classes/week (Les Mills, reformer Pilates, boxing), weights floor, pool and sauna. Priced by the week.4th floor, Central Festival Chiang Mai, 99/3 Moo 4, Fa Ham, Mueang · Map