Hong Kong's first Muay Thai school certified by both the I-1 World Muaythai Fighting Championship and the WPMTA (World Professional Muaythai Association), founded by "The Golden Robe Champion" Master Yip Man Lung. Our 5,800 sq ft Tsuen Wan training space features Hong Kong's first Muay Thai grading certification system, offering kids' Muay Thai classes (from age 4), teen Muay Thai classes and adult Muay Thai classes.
Searching for Muay Thai classes in Tsuen Wan can be overwhelming — from gym add-on classes and small industrial-building gyms to large chain fitness centres, quality and teaching systems vary enormously. YouCanBe Muaythai School (德樂泰拳學院) is one of the few officially recognised Muay Thai schools in Hong Kong with its own dedicated 5,800 sq ft training space, certified by two major international Muay Thai organisations. We don't just teach Muay Thai — we build children's discipline, confidence and courage, while helping adult students achieve real results in fat loss, stress relief and self-defence.
Taught by experienced coaches certified by the I-1 World Muaythai Fighting Championship and WPMTA, with years of real fighting experience and authentic technique. Our coaches also hold international judging and coaching qualifications, ensuring every class meets international standards.
A spacious 5,800 sq ft venue with professional cushioned flooring and full coach supervision, giving parents complete peace of mind. The facility includes a standard training area, bag zone, conditioning area, changing rooms and a parents' waiting area — not just a corner of a gym.
Our exclusive grading and certification system gives students a strong sense of achievement at every stage, motivating continuous progress. A clear Muay Thai grading and examination roadmap makes learning progress measurable and visible.
Our gamified teaching approach doesn't feel like a lesson — it feels like play! Kids stay engaged and keep progressing. Our early years Muay Thai starter class is open from age 4, using games to build foundational movement and classroom etiquette.
Beyond physical fitness, we build focus, self-discipline and teamwork for well-rounded growth. Muay Thai's traditional Wai Kru etiquette teaches students to respect their teachers, and discipline learned in class carries over into school and home life.
Small class sizes ensure every student gets full attention, making the school feel like a second home. Our coaches remember every student's name, progress and weak points, providing truly personalised guidance.
The quality of a Muay Thai school ultimately comes down to the people behind it. YouCanBe Muaythai School was founded by one of the most respected figures in Hong Kong's Muay Thai scene — "The Golden Robe Champion" Master Yip Man Lung. He is not only the International Golden Belt Champion of 1996–1998, but also the Founder of the I-1 World Muaythai Fighting Championship, holding the rank of WPMTA 15th Dan Golden Ring Grandmaster and IFMA 13th Dan Gold-Silver Ring Grandmaster. Credentials at this level give our curriculum and certification system genuine international authority.
Three-time consecutive International Golden Belt Champion with real ring experience. Master Yip's technique is passed down from an authentic classical Muay Thai lineage, with teaching that prioritises real fighting effectiveness over showmanship.
Founded the I-1 World Muaythai Fighting Championship in 2005, now one of the world's leading Muay Thai brands. This gives our students a clear competitive pathway, with the ultimate goal of nurturing fighters who can compete on the I-1 international stage.
Chief "Muay Thai Expert" of WPMTA (World Professional Muaythai Association) China, holding the rank of 15th Dan Golden Ring Grandmaster, and serving as Chairman of WPMTA China. Also an IFMA 13th Dan Gold-Silver Ring Muay Thai Grandmaster.
Founding member, director, senior coach and senior certified referee of the Hong Kong, China Muay Thai Council. Our school is an affiliated member of the Hong Kong, China Muay Thai Council, so students' qualifications are recognised within the local system.
Muay Thai Ambassador of the World Muaythai Anti-Drug Committee Executive Committee, Honorary Chairman of the Hong Kong, China Anti-Drug Association, and Honorary Chairman (Hong Kong Region) of the MMC World Combat Council. Years of using martial arts to promote positive youth development.
"Outstanding Chinese Youth of the World" 2016, biography featured in "Outstanding Figures" 2017, biography featured in "Hong Kong Spirit" 2023, "Greater Bay Area Person of the Year" 2023, and "World Stamp Role Model" 2024.
From 4-year-olds to adults, YouCanBe Muaythai School offers a complete age-based course pathway. Every class runs 60 minutes, grouped by age and level to ensure training intensity, teaching language and safety standards suit each group. Every class links into our grading certification system, so students always know exactly where they stand and what to work on next.
Learn basic Muay Thai movements through play, building balance, coordination and basic etiquette. No sparring involved — the focus is on helping kids fall in love with movement, follow instructions and sit still. Ideal for families new to children's martial arts classes.
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Systematic training in Muay Thai's four weapons — punches, kicks, knees and elbows — plus combinations, with formal participation in kids' Muay Thai grading exams. Also builds focus, discipline and resilience, making it a popular after-school activity among Tsuen Wan parents.
Learn About the Kids' Class
A Muay Thai course designed for teenagers, combining technique with conditioning to help them relieve stress, build self-discipline and learn practical self-defence skills. Ideal for secondary school students facing exam pressure who need a healthy outlet.
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An adult Muay Thai programme suited to every level, whether you're a complete beginner or already experienced — all students learn practical, usable Muay Thai skills. Covers Muay Thai for weight loss, a women's Muay Thai class and private one-on-one options.
Learn About the Adult ClassAll prices are managed centrally and remain consistent across the website, WhatsApp and in-person enquiries.
HK$0 · First trial free
A complete 60-minute class with basic equipment included.
From HK$3,000 / 12 classes
Four-phase package: HK$12,000 for 48 classes.
From HK$3,000 / 12 classes
Four-phase package: HK$12,000, including equipment worth HK$1,600.
From HK$3,000 / 12 classes
Four-phase package: HK$12,000. Certificate courses, private coaching and regular passes.
Youth from HK$800 · Adult from HK$1,000
Flexible one-to-one and two-to-one coaching.
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International instructor certification supervised by Principal Ip Man Lung.
The school is open Monday to Friday, 14:00–22:00 and Saturday and Sunday, 10:00–20:00. Every class runs 60 minutes. Weekday afternoons and early evenings are mainly kids' and teen classes, while evening slots are mostly adult classes; weekends offer multiple time slots throughout the day to suit both students and working professionals. See the full weekly timetable on the Schedule page.
14:00 – 22:00
After-school slots suit kids' and teen Muay Thai classes; evening slots are convenient for working professionals in adult classes.
10:00 – 20:00
Open all day on weekends with multiple time slots. Parents can schedule kids for morning classes, while adults can choose an afternoon or evening slot.
Each class includes warm-up, technique instruction, pad work, conditioning and a closing stretch with Wai Kru etiquette. Please arrive 15 minutes early to change and warm up.
One-on-one and semi-private training can be booked flexibly within opening hours, ideal for shift workers or students with irregular schedules.
Our curriculum quality and coaching credentials are recognised by multiple international Muay Thai organisations, making us the choice parents trust most. "Certification" isn't just a marketing label — it means the curriculum has been reviewed against international standards, coaches hold verifiable teaching and judging qualifications, and the Muay Thai certificates and grading ranks our students earn are recognised within the international system.
Founded in 2005, I-1 is an international Muay Thai competition organisation that hosts high-level tournaments attracting top fighters from around the world. It aims to promote Muay Thai globally and is one of the sport's leading international brands, having awarded 600 I-1 international coaching licences to champion-level coaches from 70 countries.
An international organisation dedicated to promoting and regulating professional Muay Thai. Certified by the Sports Authority of Thailand, WPMTA runs training programmes, sets rules and certifies Muay Thai athletes to raise the sport's global profile. It was founded by veteran Muay Thai expert Sub-Lieutenant Pratan Woramanin, with General Kasem Nabhasawat serving as association chairman.
An exclusively designed grading assessment system, with a dedicated certificate and belt for every stage. We are the first training school to introduce a grading-based Muay Thai certification course, so you don't just learn authentic Muay Thai — you maintain lasting physical and mental well-being too.
At most gyms, every class stands alone — you finish a session with no clear sense of how much progress you've made or what to train next. YouCanBe Muaythai School is Hong Kong's first training school to introduce a grading-based Muay Thai certification course, breaking the learning journey into clear levels, each with specific technical requirements and assessment standards.
Every level specifies the punches, kicks, knee and elbow techniques, and combinations students need to master. Students always know exactly which level they're at and what's needed to reach the next one.
Passing a Muay Thai grading exam earns a dedicated certificate and belt. For children especially, this visible sense of achievement is the strongest motivator for continued training.
Our certification system aligns with I-1 and WPMTA international standards, not just our own school. Students interested in later obtaining a Muay Thai coaching licence have a clear pathway forward.
Students who reach the appropriate grade and wish to teach can enrol in the International Muay Thai Coaching Certification Course, personally overseen by Master Yip, to earn internationally recognised coaching credentials.
Known as the "Art of Eight Limbs", Muay Thai uses eight striking points across punches, kicks, knees and elbows, making it one of the most complete standing martial arts systems in the world. What truly makes Muay Thai so popular in Hong Kong is that it meets several completely different needs at once — parents want focus and discipline for their kids, professionals want stress relief and fat loss, and women want practical self-defence. Here are the four goals our students bring us most often.
The benefits of Muay Thai for kids go far beyond fitness. Classes require students to remember movement sequences, follow instructions and control their power — directly training focus and executive function. Parents most often tell us their children now sit still for homework and have fewer emotional outbursts. Because Muay Thai places such strong emphasis on Wai Kru etiquette, students naturally learn to respect teachers and opponents alike. See Kids' Muay Thai Classes for details.
Is Muay Thai effective for weight loss? A 60-minute class combining skipping, pad work, combinations and conditioning is a classic high-intensity interval workout, typically burning more calories than an equivalent jog and delivering an afterburn effect post-training. Compared with Muay Thai vs. running for fat loss, Muay Thai also trains the core and full body, so changes in body shape (waistline, muscle tone) are usually more visible than with cardio alone. See Adult Muay Thai Classes for details.
Will Muay Thai make women bulky? No. Muay Thai training reduces body fat and tones the physique, rather than dramatically increasing muscle mass. More importantly, Muay Thai's close-range knee, elbow and clinch techniques are extremely practical in real self-defence situations, without relying on size or strength. We offer dedicated women's Muay Thai class time slots and coach pairing. See Adult Muay Thai Classes for details.
Sitting at a desk all day under work pressure, the repetitive routines of a regular gym can quickly feel dull. Muay Thai's stress-relieving effect comes from two things: high-intensity exercise itself releases stress hormones, and the focus required during pad work lets you switch off from work completely. Many of our adult students are professionals working in Tsuen Wan and Kwai Chung, and our evening slots are designed with them in mind.
Facing exam pressure and social anxiety, teenagers need a healthy emotional outlet. Our teen Muay Thai class combines technique and conditioning to help them relieve stress, build self-discipline and learn practical self-defence skills. The disciplined training environment also helps foster a positive peer group. See Teen Muay Thai Classes for details.
For students who aspire to compete, we offer a dedicated fighter training track. Every year we lead students in major exhibition events, with the ultimate goal of nurturing fighters who can stand on the I-1 World Muaythai Fighting Championship international stage. Personally overseen by Master Yip Man Lung, our fighter development system is one of the few complete competitive pathways in Hong Kong.
The most common worries when trying Muay Thai for the first time are "I have no athletic background", "will I get hit", and "what should I bring". Below is our most practical beginner information — read it and you'll know exactly what to expect from your first class.
Yes — in fact, most people can. Over half of our adult students started with absolutely no athletic background. Beginner classes start from the most basic stance and footwork, and coaches adjust the intensity to your fitness level — you won't be expected to keep up with anyone else.
A typical class runs: warm-up skipping (about 15 minutes) → basic stance and punch instruction (about 20 minutes) → paired pad work with a coach (about 15 minutes) → core conditioning (about 10 minutes) → stretching and closing Wai Kru etiquette. There is no sparring in your first class.
For your trial class, you only need sportswear, athletic shorts, a towel and water. Gloves and basic protective gear can be borrowed from the school. Once you enrol, your coach will advise you on gradually getting your own gloves, hand wraps and mouthguard.
Never skip your warm-up; prioritise correct form over speed; tell your coach about any old injuries or chronic conditions before class; rehydrate and refuel with protein afterwards; some initial muscle soreness is normal — we recommend building up gradually with 2–3 classes per week.
Boxing uses only the fists; taekwondo focuses mainly on kicks and points scoring; mixed martial arts (MMA) adds ground grappling. Muay Thai focuses on stand-up striking with the widest range of attacks and includes clinch work and throws, making it highly practical for self-defence.
Very practical. Real-life confrontations mostly happen at close range, and Muay Thai's knee, elbow and clinch techniques are exactly suited to that distance, requiring no large space or size advantage — making it especially effective for women and teenagers.
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YouCanBe Muaythai School is located in the heart of Tsuen Wan, within walking distance of both Tsuen Wan West and Tsuen Wan MTR stations, and convenient for residents of Yeung Uk Road, Lipp Fong and Tai Wo Hau. Beyond Tsuen Wan, we also welcome many students from Kwai Chung, the Kwai Tsing district, Tsing Yi and Sham Tseng across the western New Territories. For full directions and a map, see Contact Us.
Walkable from both Tsuen Wan West and Tsuen Wan MTR stations, covered by both the Tuen Ma Line and Tsuen Wan Line — easy to reach from Kowloon or anywhere in the New Territories. Ideal for anyone searching for Muay Thai near Tsuen Wan West Station.
Serving residents around Yeung Uk Road, Lipp Fong and Tai Wo Hau in Tsuen Wan. Parents can bring kids straight from school — a short trip that's easy to fit into the schedule.
Many people searching for Muay Thai classes in Kwai Chung or the Kwai Tsing district end up choosing us — Tsuen Wan is only one or two MTR stops away, yet offers a dedicated 5,800 sq ft facility.
With limited options for Muay Thai classes in Tsing Yi or Sham Tseng, we offer western New Territories residents a complete, internationally certified training system, just a short bus or MTR ride away.
Monday to Friday 14:00–22:00
Saturday and Sunday 10:00–20:00
Every class is 60 minutes — see the Class Schedule for details.
Phone/WhatsApp: +852 6516 5120
Email: info@ycbmuaythai.com
Address: Shop D, G/F & 1/F, Lipp Fong, 118 Yeung Uk Road, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong
Below are the questions parents and students ask most often before enrolling. If you can't find an answer here, feel free to WhatsApp us at 6516 5120 or see our complete FAQ page.
Yes. Our Early Years Muay Thai Starter Class accepts children from age 4. Ages 4–7 use games to build basic movement, balance, coordination and classroom etiquette; ages 8–12 move into our systematic Kids' Muay Thai Class, formally learning punches, kicks, knees and elbows and taking part in grading assessments. Actual placement depends on the child's focus and coordination — your coach will advise after the trial class.
Kids' Muay Thai classes do not include full-contact free sparring. All training takes place on professional cushioned flooring in our 5,800 sq ft facility under full coach supervision, with small class sizes ensuring enough attention for everyone. Students are grouped by age and level to avoid size mismatches, and every class includes a standard warm-up and stretching routine.
Quite the opposite. Muay Thai places huge emphasis on respecting one's teachers, with Wai Kru etiquette practised in every class. The teaching focus is discipline, self-control and respect — students must learn "when not to use force". Years of parent feedback show clear improvement in emotional regulation and self-control.
Absolutely. Over half of our adult students had zero athletic background when they signed up. Beginner classes start from the most basic stance and footwork, and coaches adjust intensity to your fitness level — you won't be expected to keep up with others. We recommend starting with a trial class to experience the pace firsthand.
Not at all. Training intensity can be fully adjusted to your fitness level, and we have many students in their 40s and even 50s. Older students often bring sharper focus and pick up technique faster. The key is a gradual pace and a thorough warm-up.
We follow a policy of fully transparent pricing — every class fee, package and monthly rate is published in full, with no hidden costs and no hard-selling of long-term contracts. See the Class Fees section above or WhatsApp us for details.
Almost nothing. Just wear sportswear and athletic shorts, and bring your own towel and water. Gloves and other protective gear can be borrowed from the school. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to register and meet your coach.
No. Muay Thai is primarily high-intensity interval training combined with core and cardio work, resulting in reduced body fat and a more toned physique rather than significant muscle bulk. Most of our female students report a leaner, more toned body shape.
A 60-minute class combining skipping, pad work, combinations and conditioning is high-intensity interval training, typically burning more calories than an equivalent jog and producing a post-exercise afterburn effect. Combined with a sensible diet, most students see noticeable changes in body fat and shape within one to three months.
We are the first Muay Thai school in Hong Kong to be certified by both the I-1 World Muaythai Fighting Championship and the WPMTA. This means our curriculum meets international standards, our coaches hold internationally recognised teaching and judging qualifications, and student certificates and grading ranks are recognised within the international system — with pathways extending to a coaching certificate or international competition.
This is our exclusively designed grading assessment system. Each level has clear technical requirements, and passing the assessment earns a dedicated certificate and belt. The system gives students — especially children — a clear view of their progress, with a tangible sense of achievement at every stage, which is a key motivator for continued training.
We're in the heart of Tsuen Wan, within walking distance of both Tsuen Wan West and Tsuen Wan MTR stations, and convenient for residents around Yeung Uk Road, Lipp Fong and Tai Wo Hau. Students from Kwai Chung, the Kwai Tsing district, Tsing Yi and Sham Tseng can also reach us with a short trip. See Contact Us for details.
Yes. Our 5,800 sq ft facility has a dedicated parents' waiting area where you can watch the entire class. We encourage parents to stay informed about what's being taught, but we recommend not giving real-time instructions during class so children can focus fully on their coach.
Known as the "Art of Eight Limbs", Muay Thai uses eight striking points across punches, kicks, knees and elbows, plus clinch work and throws, giving it the widest range of attacks. Boxing uses only the fists; taekwondo focuses mainly on kicks and points scoring. For practical self-defence, Muay Thai's close-range knee, elbow and clinch techniques are especially effective.
Yes. We offer one-on-one and semi-private (two students) private Muay Thai coaching, ideal for students who want faster progress, need flexible scheduling, or aren't comfortable in a group class setting. Your coach designs a plan tailored to your goals — fat loss, competition, self-defence or technique refinement.
Yes. We are an affiliated member of the Hong Kong, China Muay Thai Council, and our internationally recognised grading certification system means certificates earned can serve as proof of extracurricular participation and skill. Contact us if you need supporting documents.
Book your trial class now and experience our professionalism and passion firsthand! Places are limited, so book early. Whether you're looking for a structured activity for your child, or an outlet for your own stress relief and fitness, the best way to start is with a class of your own.
