Muay Thai Amsterdam

Leth's Muay Thai Gym in Amsterdam-Noord is the city's standout for genuinely traditional Muay Thai. Kru Robert de Leth trained for years in Thailand, and reviewers describe it as the rare place teaching real Thai boxing rather than Dutch-style kickboxing. Sityodtong in Amsterdam-Zuidoost is another committed Thai-and-kickboxing option.

Amsterdam is the birthplace of Dutch kickboxing — a distinct style developed from the 1970s at gyms like Mejiro, Vos and Chakuriki. It's explosive and low-kick-heavy, and it dominates the city's gyms. Many places list 'Muay Thai' but teach this Dutch K-1 style in practice, which is why we label each gym.

Mejiro Gym, founded in 1978 by Jan Plas, is the birthplace of Dutch kickboxing and one of the 'big three'. Vos Gym, founded the same era by Mejiro co-founder Johan Vos, is nicknamed the 'House of Legends'. Both produced world champions and still train fighters today.

Yes. Most Amsterdam gyms welcome beginners and many are used to international students and travellers. Friendly all-round options like Eastbound, Ettaki, Kops, Patrick's and Monster are easy entry points, while Mejiro and Vos offer historic, more intense training. Note a few of the famous gyms have a stricter, old-school culture that isn't for everyone.

Unlimited memberships typically run around €55-95 per month depending on the gym, with cheaper options for one or two classes a week and drop-in or class cards available. Traditional Muay Thai at Leth's and 24/7 fitness-plus-classes gyms like Patrick's sit in this range. Check each listing for specifics.