Muay Thai Sweeps Across the US: 1,724 Centers Fuel a Thriving $1.25 Billion Industry
Muay Thai enjoys surging popularity in the United States, with 1,724 dedicated training facilities contributing to a $1.25 billion industry.
The Thai Foreign Promotion Office in Chicago has reported the sport's significant influence from media and social networks.
California boasts the highest concentration of Muay Thai centers at 331, followed by Texas, Florida, New York, and New Jersey. Notably, these centers are often operated by international fans trained in Thailand.
In addition to Muay Thai, these locations offer various martial arts classes. However, the US saw a 17.53% decline in Muay Thai gear imports from Thailand last year, totaling $894,000, mainly consisting of gloves, punching bags, shorts, and liniments.
California boasts the highest concentration of Muay Thai centers at 331, followed by Texas, Florida, New York, and New Jersey. Notably, these centers are often operated by international fans trained in Thailand.
In addition to Muay Thai, these locations offer various martial arts classes. However, the US saw a 17.53% decline in Muay Thai gear imports from Thailand last year, totaling $894,000, mainly consisting of gloves, punching bags, shorts, and liniments.
