Kru One-on-one pad work
Intensive pad sessions with Kru Phon himself. It is the fastest way to learn, because every mistake gets seen and fixed.
Lamphun · Northern Thailand
Learn Muay Thai one-on-one with Kru Phon
Private, traditional training with a former Lumpinee A-class fighter, at his family's home in a quiet Thai village.
Kru Phon has moved. He no longer teaches at the camp in Nakhon Phanom. He now trains students at his family's village in Lamphun.
200+Professional fights
~180Wins
~70Fights at Lumpinee Stadium
#2Best Lumpinee ranking
The training
Small, personal, and built on technique
This is not a commercial gym. There is no crowd to get lost in. You work directly with Kru Phon, and he corrects each movement until it is right.
Fundamentals first
Balance, timing and correct movement. He teaches by showing you, moving you by hand, and repeating, so you learn even without much shared language.
Traditional equipment
No machines or mirrors. Kru Phon can set up a traditional sack filled with earth or sand for kicking practice.
Beginners are welcome
You do not need experience. Training is adapted to your level and works for people who are willing to listen and work hard.
Experienced students too
If you already train, Kru Phon will work on the details: timing, balance and technique that big classes rarely have time for.
Any age
Kru Phon adapts the work to your age, your condition and any old injuries. Tell him what you need before you start.
The place
A family home, exactly as it is
These are real photos taken on a normal day. Nothing is staged. It is simple and rural, and a little rough in places. Look at it properly before you decide.
What you get
- Personal attention from Kru Phon
- Real life with a local community
- Quiet, away from the city and the tourist gyms
- Countryside right outside the gate
What this is not
- Not a resort or a commercial camp
- No full gym: no ring, mirrors or sound system
- Not the most organised place. It is a family home.
- Not for anyone who needs comfort or air-conditioning
Walk through it with us
An unedited 30-second phone video of the training area, with its benches, table, fight posters and gear shelves.
70 Moo 6, Ban Phra Bat Tak PhaMakok, Pa Sang, Lamphun 51120, Thailand
70 หมู่ 6 บ้านพระบาทตากผ้า ต.มะกอก อ.ป่าซาง จ.ลำพูน 51120
"If we could fight now, then Lop and I, and everyone we fought with, would all be rich."Kru Phon, on the Golden Era
Kru Phon Narupai
A lifetime in Muay Thai
Phon was born in this same village, Ban Phra Bat Tak Pha, and early in his career he fought as Phet Lamphun, the Diamond of Lamphun.
Phon Narupai fought professionally during Muay Thai's Golden Era, the late 1980s and early 1990s, when competition in Thailand was exceptionally deep. He came out of Pisinchai Gym and was ranked as an A-class fighter at Lumpinee Stadium.
He beat many top fighters but never fought for an official Lumpinee or Rajadamnern title. Longtime followers of the sport say promoters were reluctant to give him the chance, because he was tricky enough to make champions look uncertain.
His twin brother, Lop Narupai, was also a top-ranked fighter. After his own career, Phon became head trainer at Santai Gym in Chiang Mai, teaching Thai and international students side by side.
Today he is back home in the village where he was born, and he insists on the same thing he always has: correct technique, repeated until you understand why it works.
Sources: archived Santai Gym and Worldmuay trainer records, and community accounts of the Golden Era. Historical details may not be independently verifiable.
Reviews
What students say about Kru
"Kru is absolutely the best. He tailored everything to me and slowly but constantly improved my skills and fitness. Being 54, I had a few injuries, and he never pushed me, just nursed me through them."
"Individual lessons every day. He took the time to correct every aspect of my Muay Thai. Much more affordable and personalized compared to a mass tourism camp."
"True to the fundamentals, with a very refined style. If you want the basics of authentic Muay Thai, this is the place."
These reviews are from students at Kru Phon's previous camp in Nakhon Phanom. They describe his teaching, not the Lamphun home.
Book
Ask about your dates
Tell us when you want to come and what you want to work on. Your rate, schedule and stay are confirmed personally before you travel.
- WhatsApp: +66 98 095 2468
- Email: kruphongym@gmail.com
FAQ
Good to know
Do I need previous experience?
No. Beginners are welcome, and training is adapted to your level.
Is the training hard?
Yes. It is physical and demanding. Kru Phon trains with high energy and focuses on correct technique, conditioning and mental strength.
Does Kru Phon speak English?
He speaks basic English and teaches mainly by showing you and correcting you by hand. You do not need to speak Thai to train.
Can I come for a short stay first?
Yes. Many people would rather see how they feel first, so you are welcome to start with a couple of weeks.
Where do I stay, and what about meals?
Rooms are very simple and space is limited. Ask about the room, bathroom and meals for your dates before you book your travel.
What should I bring?
Training shorts and shirts, hand wraps, and gloves and shin guards if you have them. Bring your personal items too, as this is a rural area.
How do I get there?
The nearest major airport is Chiang Mai. The village is in Pa Sang district, in Lamphun province, south of Chiang Mai. Message us before you travel and we will help you plan the last part of the trip.
What visa do I need?
Rules for Thailand change often, so treat this as general guidance. Many nationalities can enter under the visa exemption program, and all non-Thai nationals must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card online before arrival. Check the official Thai immigration website or your nearest Thai embassy before you book.