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Sports & Fitness in Pattaya

Thailand's golf capital with 30+ championship courses, plus water sports, Muay Thai, diving, and year-round beach activities

Championship Golf Courses

Pattaya is Thailand's golf capital with 30+ world-class courses within 45 minutes. Designed by Nicklaus, Norman, and Palmer with stunning ocean and mountain views. Green fees ฿1,200-3,500 including caddy.

Siam Country Club (Plantation Course)

15 km from Pattaya

฿2,800-3,500

Home of the Honda LPGA Thailand tournament. Designed by Schmidt-Curley, this championship course offers rolling fairways, strategic bunkering, and immaculate conditions.

Designer

Schmidt-Curley

Holes / Par

18 holes / Par 72

Difficulty

Championship

Cart Fee

฿700

LPGA Tour venueChampionship conditionStrategic layoutClubhouse facilities

Laem Chabang International Country Club

30 minutes north

฿2,200-2,800

Jack Nicklaus designed Mountain Course with dramatic elevation changes and stunning views. Also features the Valley Course. One of Thailand's top-rated courses.

Designer

Jack Nicklaus

Holes / Par

36 holes / Par 72

Difficulty

Challenging

Cart Fee

฿700

Nicklaus designMountain viewsTwo coursesPremium facilities

Phoenix Gold Golf & Country Club

20 km from Pattaya

฿1,800-2,500

Championship course with ocean and mountain views. Wide fairways and well-maintained greens make it player-friendly while still challenging.

Designer

Dennis Griffiths

Holes / Par

27 holes / Par 72

Difficulty

Moderate

Cart Fee

฿700

Ocean viewsPlayer-friendly27 holesGood value

St. Andrews 2000

25 km from Pattaya

฿1,500-2,000

Links-style course with Scottish feel. Water hazards on several holes add challenge. Popular with expats for affordable rates and good conditions.

Designer

Desmond Muirhead

Holes / Par

18 holes / Par 72

Difficulty

Moderate

Cart Fee

฿650

Links styleAffordableWater featuresExpat favorite

Bangpra International Golf Club

12 km from Pattaya

฿1,200-1,800

Budget-friendly course closest to Pattaya. Mature course with good layout and reasonable rates. Perfect for regular play without breaking the bank.

Designer

Sukitti Klangvisai

Holes / Par

18 holes / Par 72

Difficulty

Easy-Moderate

Cart Fee

฿600

Budget friendlyClose to cityGood for beginnersRegular play

Golf Package Tips:

• Green fees include caddy (tip ฿300-500 for good service)
• Afternoon rates (after 2PM) often 30-50% cheaper
• Monthly memberships available at many courses (฿15,000-40,000)
• Book through agents for better rates (฿200-500 discount)
• Peak season (Nov-March) requires advance booking

Water Sports & Activities

🤿Scuba Diving

Multiple dive sites near Pattaya and Koh Larn. PADI certification courses available. Wreck diving and coral reefs.

Discovery Dive (2 dives)฿2,500-3,500

Open Water Certification฿12,000-15,000

Day trip (2 dives)฿2,000-3,000

Tip: Best visibility Nov-May. Multiple dive shops on Beach Road offer competitive prices.

🏄Jet Ski & Parasailing

Available on all beaches. Popular water sports for quick thrills. Negotiate prices before starting.

Jet Ski (30 min)฿1,200-1,500

Parasailing฿800-1,200

Banana Boat (15 min)฿400-600

Tip: Always check jet ski for existing damage and take photos before rental. Negotiate hard.

🪁Kitesurfing & Windsurfing

Best at Jomtien Beach with consistent winds. Several schools offer lessons and equipment rental.

Kitesurfing lesson (2hr)฿2,500-3,500

Windsurfing lesson (2hr)฿1,500-2,000

Equipment rental฿800-1,500/day

Tip: Best season: Nov-March with consistent winds. Jomtien Beach is the main spot.

🏄Stand-Up Paddleboarding

Calm waters perfect for SUP. Available at beaches and some beach clubs.

Rental (1 hour)฿300-500

Lesson (1 hour)฿800-1,200

Sunset SUP tour฿1,500-2,000

Tip: Early morning or late afternoon best for calm water. Many beach clubs include free SUP.

Gyms & Fitness Centers

Fitness First (Central Festival)

International chain gym with modern equipment, group classes, and professional trainers. Air-conditioned comfort.

Monthly:฿2,200-2,800

Day Pass:฿300

Location:Central Festival Mall

Cardio equipmentFree weightsGroup classesTrainersSaunaLockers

Tony's Gym

Legendary bodybuilding gym with serious weights and old-school atmosphere. Popular with expat bodybuilders.

Monthly:฿1,000-1,500

Day Pass:฿150

Location:Soi Buakhao

Heavy weightsBodybuilding focusNo-frillsACExperienced crowd

Powerhouse Gym Pattaya

International franchise with comprehensive equipment, classes, and professional environment.

Monthly:฿1,800-2,200

Day Pass:฿250

Location:Thepprasit Road

Modern equipmentGroup classesCrossFit areaPersonal trainingSupplements

Local Thai Gyms

Budget gyms throughout Pattaya with basic equipment. No frills but functional for regular training.

Monthly:฿800-1,200

Day Pass:฿100

Location:Various locations

Basic equipmentWeightsCardio machinesAffordableLocal atmosphere

Muay Thai Training

🥊Fairtex Pattaya

Premier Muay Thai training facility with champion fighters and professional coaching. Offers training camps and accommodation packages.

Single Session:฿500

10 Sessions:฿4,000

Monthly Unlimited:฿8,000

Location: North Pattaya
Training Times: Mon-Sat 7-10AM, 3-6PM

🥊Sitan Gym Pattaya

Traditional Muay Thai gym with experienced trainers. Good balance of serious training and beginner-friendly atmosphere.

Single Session:฿400

10 Sessions:฿3,500

Monthly Unlimited:฿6,000

Location: Central Pattaya
Training Times: Daily 8-10AM, 4-6PM

🥊Pattaya Dragon Muay Thai

Friendly gym welcoming beginners and tourists. Experienced trainers with good English skills.

Single Session:฿350

10 Sessions:฿3,000

Monthly Unlimited:฿5,500

Location: Jomtien
Training Times: Mon-Sat 7-11AM, 3-7PM

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