EVOLVE MMA, Asia’s premier championship martial arts brand, today announced the opening of EVOLVE EmSphere, its first academy in Thailand. The launch marks the beginning of EVOLVE’s long-term commitment to growing the martial arts community in the country.
Located in the heart of Bangkok, EVOLVE EmSphere features world-class 5-star training facilities and offers more than 150 classes per week across Muay Thai, Boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Wrestling, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Kids’ Muay Thai, and Kids’ BJJ. Designed for all ages and experience levels, the academy welcomes complete beginners, fitness enthusiasts, and professional athletes alike.
Building on the success of its Singapore academies, EVOLVE EmSphere provides flexible class schedules to accommodate executives, entrepreneurs, students, families, and children.
“When we founded EVOLVE MMA in Singapore in 2009, our vision was to create a platform where anyone could unleash their greatness through the power of martial arts,” said Chatri Sityodtong, Founder and Chairman of EVOLVE MMA and Founder and CEO of ONE Championship. “Bringing EVOLVE MMA to Bangkok marks an exciting new chapter in our mission to make world-class martial arts accessible to everyone.”
EVOLVE EmSphere also introduces the EVOLVE Kids’ Program, Asia’s largest Kids’ Muay Thai and BJJ programme, welcoming children aged 4–13. The curriculum focuses on confidence, discipline, resilience, character development, bully-proofing, self-defence, and lifelong fitness in a safe and structured learning environment.
Supporting the academy is one of the world’s most accomplished martial arts coaching teams, bringing together more than 1,000 years of combined championship experience. EVOLVE EmSphere will also serve as the home of the EVOLVE Fight Team, preparing elite athletes for global competition, including ONE Championship.
The instructor team includes Sam-A Gaiyanghadao, Sagetdao Petpayathai, Petch-Phangan Lukjaoporongtom, Yamin PK Saenchaimuaythaigym, Neung Thoranee Guaybangkorlaem, and Pathipan Arthikong, all of whom bring elite competition and coaching experience while sharing a commitment to helping students achieve their full potential.
Founded in Singapore in 2009, EVOLVE MMA is Asia’s premier martial arts academy, with academies in Singapore and Thailand. The opening of EVOLVE EmSphere marks the next phase of the organisation’s international expansion, bringing its proven approach to authentic martial arts instruction to new communities across the region.
