About the Gym
SANTHAI is the gym to beat if you want pure Muay Thai in Medellín rather than a mixed-martial-arts club with striking on the side. It centres entirely on coach Santiago, who reviewers repeatedly single out for his knowledge, patience and dynamic teaching style — taking students from absolute beginner through to advanced technique. The recurring themes are safety, careful attention to detail and a genuinely welcoming environment where newcomers feel comfortable from day one. Crucially for travelers and expats, multiple reviewers highlight that Santiago speaks fluent English, which removes the language barrier that can make training abroad daunting. Located in Sabaneta, slightly south of the city centre, it carries a near-perfect rating across a large review base. For its focus, accessibility and consistency, it's our top pick in Medellín.
Class Schedule
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Pricing
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Head Coach
Santiago
Founder and head coach of SANTHAI, praised across reviews for detailed, dynamic Muay Thai instruction from beginner to advanced level, a strong focus on safety, and fluent English that makes the academy especially accessible to international students.