The Complete Beginner
You have never thrown a kick before and want to build fitness on holiday without hard sparring or feeling intimidated.
Built for first-time training trips
Plan Your First Thailand Muay Thai Trip With Clear Confidence.
Use this ready-made Excel workbook to compare camps, calculate your real trip costs, and organize your training days before paying any deposit.
Excel workbook · .xlsx
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| Criterion | Weight | Example Camp A | Example Camp B | Example Camp C |
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| Beginner / level fit | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Coaching attention | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Training schedule | 2 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Intensity | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Location / commute | 2 | 4 | 3 | — |
| Accommodation | 2 | 4 | 3 | — |
| Package value | 3 | 4 | 3 | — |
| Personal fit score / 100 | 80 | 60 | 100 | |
| Comparison filled in | 100% | 100% | 52% | |
| All my must-haves met? | Yes | Yes | Unknown | |
| What to do next | Ready to review | Ready to review | Verify gaps | |
Camp C scores 100 on entered criteria, but only 52% is filled in — verify the gaps before deciding.
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Creator has operated Khongsittha Muay Thai in Bangkok since 2013.
Khongsittha was featured in The New York Times for authentic training and hospitality—not as an endorsement of this spreadsheet.
The planning gap
The Package Price Blindspot
You spend weeks watching camp videos, reading reviews, and checking room photos. Yet, when it comes time to pay, you still feel unsure. That hesitation happens because advertised package prices only show a small piece of the picture. The real missing piece is how transport, flights, meals, gear, and rest days fit together.
It is not your fault that planning feels stressful. Every camp lists inclusions differently, mixing training sessions, room nights, and meal plans in confusing ways. You end up juggling ten open browser tabs and messy notes, worried about choosing an unsuitable camp or facing surprise bills once you land.
You simply want to know if you will fit in as a beginner, what the full trip will actually cost, and what to ask before sending money. When your information lives in scattered places, making a confident decision becomes far more difficult than it really should be.
Scattered research
5 sources
no clear answer
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| Input | Your answer |
|---|---|
| Trip dates | 1 Feb 2027 → 15 Feb 2027 (14 nights) |
| Travellers | 1 |
| Experience level | Beginner / first Muay Thai trip |
| Budget ceiling | 70,000 THB |
| Must-haves | Private room · Beginner-friendly · Near transport |
| Training goals | 2 sessions/day · Learn fundamentals · Watch a fight |
| Camp shortlist | 3 camps |
Profile drives Camp Compare, Budget, and Itinerary7 inputs
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From guesswork to clarity
A Clear Decision System Built By An Experienced Camp Operator
10+Years of camp operations
Your First Thailand Muay Thai Trip Planner brings your entire trip into one organized view. Built directly from experience hosting guests at Khongsittha Muay Thai since 2013, it gives you a practical way to score camps against your own personal priorities. You enter what matters to you, whether that is beginner coaching, room quality, or location, and watch your best options stand out.
Beyond picking a camp, the workbook calculates your true trip budget and maps your daily routine. You can see your flight, food, training, and reserve funds side by side, along with a workable schedule for training, recovery, and sightseeing. You no longer need to guess if you planned enough rest or saved enough money.
You can arrive in Thailand feeling calm, prepared, and excited. You will know what your package covers, where your money goes, and what booking details you have already confirmed in writing. That leaves you free to focus entirely on enjoying your training and your holiday.
WHO IS THIS FOR
The Practicing Martial Artist
You already train at home and want a structured way to compare authentic Thai camps, coaching quality, and total travel expenses.
The Active Vacationer
You want to combine daily Muay Thai training with sightseeing, good food, and relaxing resort time on a realistic budget.
Everything in one view
Clear Choices, Realistic Budgets, and Total Confidence Before You Book
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Compare Camps on Your Own Terms: Score up to five camps using what matters to you, whether that is beginner support, location, coaching style, or room comfort.
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See Your Real Trip Budget: Add up flights, training fees, meals, and daily transport in one place so you know your full trip cost before paying deposits.
03
Build a Workable Daily Schedule: Map your training sessions, rest days, and sightseeing onto a clear calendar so you stay fresh and avoid burning out.
04
Catch Hidden Costs and Questions Early: Follow a simple checklist to verify check-in dates, gear rules, and package details before you send money overseas.
Inside the workbook
Worked-example sheet previews
Example trip data
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| Criterion | Weight | Example Camp A | Example Camp B | Example Camp C |
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| Beginner / level fit | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Coaching attention | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Training schedule | 2 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Intensity | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Location / commute | 2 | 4 | 3 | — |
| Accommodation | 2 | 4 | 3 | — |
| Package value | 3 | 4 | 3 | — |
| Personal fit score / 100 | 80 | 60 | 100 | |
| Comparison filled in | 100% | 100% | 52% | |
| All my must-haves met? | Yes | Yes | Unknown | |
| What to do next | Ready to review | Ready to review | Verify gaps | |
Camp C scores 100 on entered criteria, but only 52% is filled in — verify the gaps before deciding.
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Preview of the workbook using the included worked example. Swipe the sheet sideways on mobile to inspect every column.
Questions from the camp inbox
Practical Guidance Based on 10+ Years of Real Camp Operations
These are the questions I have answered again and again while helping people plan their stays through chat. They are not reviews of this digital product.
If this planner had existed then, it is the resource I would have sent them.
Camp inbox
Common guest question · 01
How much does a Muay Thai trip actually cost?
CV
It depends on how long you stay and whether you choose train-and-stay or train-only. The planner breaks down the full budget—training, room, food, flights, and spending money—so there are no surprises.
Camp inbox
Common guest question · 02
Is food included at Muay Thai camps?
CV
Most camps do not include meals. The planner helps you set a realistic daily food-and-drink budget, so you can decide where and how to eat without overspending.
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Common guest question · 03
What are the rooms like—private bathroom? Can my partner stay too?
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It varies by camp. The planner explains the accommodation options, what to expect, and exactly what to ask before booking.
Camp media coverage & founder education — not planner endorsements
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The story behind the system
Why I Built This Planner
10,000+
Guests welcomed
Since 2013, I have managed Khongsittha Muay Thai and our 80-room resort in Bangkok. Across more than a decade, we have welcomed over 10,000 guests. Yet almost every week, I received messages from first-time visitors who felt overwhelmed.
They had dozens of browser tabs open. They were comparing gym prices, flight dates, and conflicting advice from social media. Most asked the same nervous questions: 'Am I fit enough to start?' 'Do I have to fight?' 'Does this package cover my room, or will I face surprise fees when I land?'
The issue was never a lack of information. The problem was scattered information. Gym websites showed training photos, but rarely explained true travel costs like daily meals, local transport, or equipment. People were delaying their trips for months, or paying deposits without understanding the fine print.
After walking thousands of guests through their travel dates, hidden expenses, and the same recurring questions, the solution became clear. Travellers did not need another sales pitch. They needed an objective, structured tool to organize their own research.
I sat down and created Your First Thailand Muay Thai Trip Planner. I took the exact questions, cost formulas, and scheduling steps we use daily at our camp and turned them into a clean Excel workbook. It works for any gym in Thailand, letting you weigh trade-offs and see your exact numbers before you spend a single dollar.
HOW IT WORKS
STEP 1: SET YOUR TRIP PROFILE AND PRIORITIES
Enter your dates, budget ceiling, training goals, and must-haves first. Your Trip Profile then feeds every comparison, budget, and itinerary decision in the workbook.
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| Input | Your answer |
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| Trip dates | 1 Feb 2027 → 15 Feb 2027 (14 nights) |
| Travellers | 1 |
| Experience level | Beginner / first Muay Thai trip |
| Budget ceiling | 70,000 THB |
| Must-haves | Private room · Beginner-friendly · Near transport |
| Training goals | 2 sessions/day · Learn fundamentals · Watch a fight |
| Camp shortlist | 3 camps |
Profile drives Camp Compare, Budget, and Itinerary7 inputs
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STEP 2: MAP OUT YOUR FULL BUDGET AND DAILY SCHEDULE
Calculate realistic trip expenses beyond package prices, including flights, meals, transport, and extra gear. Then map training sessions, rest days, and personal travel onto a dated daily calendar.
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| Item | Qty | Unit cost | Total (THB) |
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| International flights | 1 | 30,000 | 30,000 |
| Training + room package | 1 | 18,000 | 18,000 |
| Meals and drinks | 14 | 550 | 7,700 |
| Local daily transport | 14 | 100 | 1,400 |
| Gear purchases / rental | 1 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| Insurance | 1 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
Estimated spending64,900 THB
Total paid so far39,000 THB
Remaining spending25,900 THB
Emergency reserve5,000 THB
Price-change buffer1,500 THB
Total funds needed71,400 THB
Available trip funds70,000 THB
Funds check1,400 THB shortfall
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| Day | Date | Day type | Morning | Afternoon / evening | Sessions |
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| 1 | 1 Feb 2027 | Arrival | Arrival | Flexible time | 0 |
| 2 | 2 Feb 2027 | Training | Muay Thai | Yoga | 2 |
| 3 | 3 Feb 2027 | Training | Private Training | Rest / free time | 1 |
| 4 | 4 Feb 2027 | Rest / explore | Rest / explore | Flexible time | 0 |
| 5 | 5 Feb 2027 | Training | Muay Thai | Swimming | 2 |
| 6 | 6 Feb 2027 | Training | Muay Thai | Fitness | 2 |
6-day preview · 4 training days · 2 recovery / travel days7 sessions
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STEP 3: RUN YOUR PRE-BOOKING CHECKS
Follow a structured checklist to review room nights, class schedules, and hidden fees before paying a deposit. Use optional research prompts to gather camp facts quickly and verify key details directly.
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Booking actionStatus
Confirm camp dates, exact room, package inclusionsDone
Get cancellation and payment terms in writingDone
Confirm insurance covers Muay Thai activitiesWaiting
Record each payment against total cost in BudgetTo do
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THE INVESTMENT
Plan your Thailand training trip with clarity and avoid costly booking surprises.
One practical workbook. One clear plan. No recurring fees.
The Complete Trip Planner Package
US$19One-time payment · Introductory launch price
- Full Excel workbook (.xlsx) ready to use on your computer
- Camp comparison scorecard with weighted scoring for up to 5 camps
- Full trip budget calculator and payment tracker
- Dated daily training and travel itinerary builder
- Stage-by-stage pre-booking checklist
- Optional AI research prompts to help you gather camp facts
- Clear instructions and completed sample trips included
30 DAYS
Satisfaction promise
OUR PROMISE
Try It Risk-Free for 30 Days
Planning your first training trip should feel clear and organised, not stressful. I built this workbook using over a decade of operating experience at Khongsittha to help you make sound decisions with your own budget.
Open the workbook, explore the sample trip, and test the calculations against your shortlisted camps. If it doesn't help you organise your trip, understand your costs, or feel ready to book, send me an email within 30 days. I don't do cash refunds, but I'd rather make it up to you: I'll send you a voucher for a private Muay Thai session at Khongsittha in Bangkok (worth 1,000 THB or ~US$30). That session is worth more than the workbook itself.
One voucher per purchase. Proof of purchase required. Either way, you walk away with something useful.
Your trip, organised
Picture Landing in Thailand Ready to Train
Imagine stepping off the plane in Thailand with your entire trip organized.
You know which camp you are heading to and why it fits your goals. You know what your schedule looks like, when you will rest, and what the entire trip costs. There are no surprise fees waiting for you, and your room nights match your training days.
When you walk into the gym for your first morning session, you feel calm. You can focus on learning Muay Thai, meeting your coaches, and enjoying your stay.
Now contrast that with how most first-time visitors plan.
Without a clear structure, you spend weeks with dozens of open browser tabs. You second-guess whether an advertised package actually includes what you need. You wonder what meals, transport, and gear will add to the bill. Worst of all, you risk paying a deposit before confirming key details. That uncertainty turns what should be an exciting trip into ongoing stress.
You do not need to figure this out through trial and error. Getting your dates, budget, and camp options organized takes the stress out of planning before you spend money.
Your trip plan, filled in before takeoff
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| Day | Date | Day type | Morning | Afternoon / evening | Sessions |
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| 1 | 1 Feb 2027 | Arrival | Arrival | Flexible time | 0 |
| 2 | 2 Feb 2027 | Training | Muay Thai | Yoga | 2 |
| 3 | 3 Feb 2027 | Training | Private Training | Rest / free time | 1 |
| 4 | 4 Feb 2027 | Rest / explore | Rest / explore | Flexible time | 0 |
| 5 | 5 Feb 2027 | Training | Muay Thai | Swimming | 2 |
| 6 | 6 Feb 2027 | Training | Muay Thai | Fitness | 2 |
6-day preview · 4 training days · 2 recovery / travel days7 sessions
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Last concerns
Answers to Your Final Questions
Can I just plan this trip using free information and AI?
You can certainly collect camp names and tips online. The hard part is bringing that scattered information into a clear budget and daily plan. This workbook gives you a proven structure to weigh options, calculate full trip expenses, and spot missing booking details before you commit funds.
What if I am not comfortable using Excel?
You only need basic computer skills to type in your notes and numbers. All formulas work automatically, and important cells are protected so you cannot break them by accident. The workbook also includes completed fictional examples to show you how each tab works.
Does this planner only work for Khongsittha?
No. You can use it to compare and plan a stay at any Muay Thai camp in Thailand. All camps are scored using your own priorities and ratings, not mine. While I run Khongsittha, this tool is built to help you pick the camp that fits you best.
Does the planner automatically pull live prices and camp details?
No. The workbook does not scrape websites or make bookings for you. You enter quotes and dates directly from the camps you research. This keeps your plan accurate based on what providers actually tell you.
I have never trained Muay Thai before. Will this planner still help me?
Yes. Many first-time visitors are complete beginners who want fitness, travel, and a fun challenge. The planner includes checklists and prompts that help you confirm whether a camp supports beginners, so you know what to expect before you arrive.