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Pai has a small but varied fitness scene. Pai Fitness Home, Hommy Pai Fitness Club, and GYM at Pai are good options for a regular gym session, while Pai Yoga Shala and Bom Bowls offer yoga in very different settings. If you’d rather learn something new, Charn Chai Muay Thai Camp and Sitjemam Muay Thai welcome beginners. And if paying for a workout isn’t your thing, grab a bicycle, explore the rice fields, or take on the Mae Yen Waterfall trek.
Where Can You Do Yoga in Pai
Pai Yoga Shala
Find your balance at Pai Yoga Shala, set in a quieter part of Pai surrounded by rice fields. It’s a good option if you’re looking for a proper yoga class rather than simply rolling out a mat at your hostel.
The studio offers classes for different levels, along with private sessions, sound healing, workshops, and retreats. General yoga classes currently start at ฿300 (about US$9), while private sessions start at ฿1,000 (around US$30).
The studio welcomes beginners, so don’t worry if your yoga experience starts and ends with a few stretches after a long bus ride.
Location: 251 Pai, Pai District, Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 85 546 36652 | Facebook
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Bom Bowls Yoga
Practice yoga with a side of smoothie bowls at Bom Bowls, a vegan restaurant and yoga spot surrounded by Pai’s countryside. The setting is a big part of the appeal here. It’s outside the busier town center, so you can slow things down and spend some time in the greenery before heading back into town.
Bom Bowls offers Vinyasa yoga, and classes are suitable for different experience levels. A yoga class with a smoothie bowl currently costs around ฿280 (about US$8.50).
Location: 106/1, Moo 1 Mae Hee, Pai District, Mae Hong Son, Thailand — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 98 843 4492 | Facebook
Hours: Daily, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Where Can You Train Muay Thai in Pai
Charn Chai Muay Thai Camp
Muay Thai is one of those things that’s worth trying while you’re in Thailand, even if you’ve never thrown a proper kick in your life. Charn Chai Muay Thai Camp in Pai has been training everyone from first-timers to serious fighters for years.
Training covers the fundamentals of Muay Thai along with pad work, bag work, technique, and conditioning. The camp is associated with Bee, also known as Mongkoldech Sitthepitak, a former professional fighter who started training as a child and went on to compete at Thailand’s major stadiums.
That experience is part of what makes Charn Chai a good option for travelers who want more than a quick tourist class. Beginners are welcome, while more experienced fighters can train regularly at the camp.
The camp also has accommodation for travelers who want to stay longer and focus on training.
Training starts at ฿350 ($10.60 USD) for a half-day session or ฿500 ($15.20 USD) for two sessions in one day. If you’re staying in Pai longer, weekly training is ฿2,500 ($76 USD), while a monthly package is ฿9,000 ($273 USD). Training packages include two sessions per day, Monday to Saturday.
Location: 174 m.1 Chaisongkharm Road, Pai, Thailand, 58130 — VIEW `MAP
Contact: +66 084 918 1498 | Websit
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sitjemam Muay Thai
Sitjemam Muay Thai is another long-running Muay Thai gym in Pai and a good choice if you want a more hands-on introduction to the sport.
Location: 148 หมู่ six เวียงใต้ Pai, Amphoe Pai, Chang Wat Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 62 941 6229 | Facebook
Hours: Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (closed Saturday and Sunday)
Cycle the City Instead of Getting a Motorbike
Instead of hopping on the back of a motorbike or moped, opt for a bicycle to get around Pai. Not only will you be getting in a good workout, but you will arguably be safely exploring the city, as well. Bicycles are about ฿50-100 to rent for 24 hours, but be sure to try one out before renting, as some have seemingly not had any upkeep for a long time. The city center is pretty flat, but as soon as you cross over the Pai River and beyond, prepare for some thigh-burning hills.
Yoga at Re-Wild House
Get your workout on or channel your inner-artistic self at Re-Wild Guesthouse and Craft Shop. There are yoga classes offered here every day at 9 a.m. A drop-in yoga class is only ฿150 (about $4.50), making it the cheapest yoga studio in town! It is here you will practice traditional Thai yoga. Learn more about the country, get in a good stretch, and meet your fellow yogis at Re-Wild House.
Location: 271 M.1 Mae-hee, Pai, Mae-Hong-Son, Pai — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 99 156 6745 | [email protected] | Website
Pai Fitness Home
If you are looking to escape Pai’s heat, if only for a workout, then Pai Fitness Home is the gym to frequent. It is one of the most affordable fitness centers on our list and also has air-conditioning, which is unquestionably a bonus. The gym is small but has everything you need to get in a good sweat session, including treadmills, exercise bikes, hand weights, and even a ping pong table. In addition to all of the necessary equipment Pai Fitness Home has, there is a studio on the second floor with mats and a large mirror for visitors to stretch or do some yoga poses.
Location: Wiang Tai, Amphoe Pai, Chang Wat Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 95 827 2887 | Facebook
Hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sawasdee Pai Yoga
Sawasdee Pai Yoga is right along the Pai River and offers two different types of yoga classes each day: one at 9:30-11 a.m. and another at 5-6:15 p.m. The classes offered at this yoga studio and cafe welcome all levels to come and work on their practice. Sawasdee Pai Yoga has a standout number of different classes, with everything from Hatha flow, sun salutation, and many more in each daily class. The cost is only ฿200 (about $6), and items like yoga mats and blocks are included in this price. Afterward, feel free to grab a fresh cup of Joe or vegan dessert from the cafe that sits on the first floor of the studio.
Location: 115 Moo 4 Viengtai, Pai, Thailand — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 89 444 9556 | Facebook
Hours: Daily from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Explore the City on Foot
Pai is an incredibly walkable city. Most restaurants, bars, and shops are all in the town center, making them easily accessible, no matter where your guest house or hostel is. The roads are calm and without the traffic you see in Chiang Mai, making walks around town pleasant. For some scenic routes, walk along the river and meander into the farmlands and around rice paddies to see Thailand’s natural beauty at its best, while also working off those beers from last night!
Sitjemam Muay Thai
Sitjemam Muay Thai gym is perfect for all levels from newbs to veterans. Train alongside legitimate (and sometimes famous) Muay Thai fighters while you practice your skills. The trainers, Em and Mam, are excellent, giving each person individual attention and helping to hone their skills. They will push you to your full potential, while still showing you a good time. Located in a quiet residential area, you’ll get an authentic Thai experience learning this renowned art and sport. Group sessions are ฿400 per person and are held twice a day from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. If you’d like to go to two consecutive sessions, the second class is only an extra ฿100.
Location: Mae Na Toeng, Pai District, Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand — VIEW MAP
Contact: +66 86 182 6483 | Facebook
Hours: Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (closed Sunday)
Trek to Mae Yen Waterfall
If you’re looking for adventure, make the journey to Mae Yen Waterfall. This scenic trek is about two to three hours each way through the lush jungle and dense foliage. The six kilometers to the waterfall will take you up and over hills and in and out of streams and rivers the entire route. Make sure to wear proper footwear, as you’ll be getting plenty wet during your hike. Once you get to the falls, you’ll be more than ready to take a dip in the fresh water. These mighty falls are much stronger than the more easily accessible Pam Bok and Mo Paeng waterfall, and the journey here makes it that much more worth it!
More Information About Pai, Thailand
Did you love this article about where to get your sweat on in Pai? Do you want even more information about this city and the top things to see and do in it? Then be sure to have a look at these articles we have rounded up for you before venturing to Pai in Northern Thailand!
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