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June 10th - 2012 - Laguna Phuket International Marathon

 

Phuket will host the 7th Laguna Phuket International Marathon on June 7th and is expected to be bigger than ever.  For more information visit our events page.

May 14th - 2012 - Muay Thai Courses in Phuket, Boutique Cycling Tours and Latest Sports Events in Thailand

View the latest Action Sport Asia newsletter online for the latest sports news updates in the region.

April 9th - 2012 - Latest Cycling Blog Update


View the latest cycling trip updates on our cycling in Thailand blog We recently visited Bang Phra lake in Chonburi to find some cycling routes and had an interested experience in the nearby hills.  Check out the blog to view details.


April 2nd 2012 - Baan Ricky Joins Action Sport Asia


Action Sport Asia teams up with Baan Ricky to promote Moto X in Kanchanaburi.  Baan Ricky has a number of motorbiking tracks and excursions for people of all skill levels. 

 

April 5th 2012 - Action Sport Asia Adds Suwit Muay Thai to Growing Number of Muay Thai Partners

Introducing our first Muay Thai partner in Phuket, Suwit Muay Thai has joined up with Action Sport Asia to promote Muay Thai to both locals and people vacationing in Phuket.  Muay Thai is not only popular for people looking to learn martial arts but Muay Thai is also a great sport for fitness and weight loss and equally popular with men and woman of all ages.


Dates Set for Amazing Bike Tours - April 2012

Tour: Koh Yao Expedition
Tour departs: 17th April 2012
Tour returns: 19th
April 2012
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Price: 12,900 Baht
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Tour: Khao Sok & Cheow Lan Lake Adventure
Tour departs: 10th
April 2012
Tour returns: 12th
April 2012
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Price: 14,900 Baht
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Tour: Krabi Explorer
Tour departs: 13th
April 2012
Tour returns: 15th
April 2012
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Price: 15,900 Baht
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Dates Set for Amazing Bike Tours - March 2012

Tour: Koh Yao Expedition
Tour departs: 16th March 2012
Tour returns: 18th March 2012
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Price: 12,900 Baht
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Tour: Khao Sok & Cheow Lan Lake Adventure
Tour departs: 20th March 2012
Tour returns: 22nd March 2012
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Price: 14,900 Baht
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Tour: Krabi Explorer
Tour departs: 13th March 2012
Tour returns: 15th March 2012
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Price: 15,900 Baht
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February 14th - February 16th 2012

 

Amazing Bike Tours are planning the next expedition to Koh Yao islands for the 14th - 16th February 2012.  The bike ride in these islands will go through a small market town, rice paddies, past mosques and old fishing villages as well as beauitiful jungle, rich in flaura and fauna.  The bike trip also includes various side trips to give you time to rest inbetween the cycling.  For more information please visit: http://www.amazingbiketoursthailand.asia/kohyao.php or call +66 87 263 2031

 

 

February 10th - February 26th 2012

 

Visit Burapa Pattaya Bike Week for two days and join Thailand Mc tours on a 13 day ride to Northern Thailand.  More information can be found at www.thailandmc.com/en

 


November 12th 2011 - The Essilor Bangkok Eco Challenge 2011 Adventure Race

 

Essilor, The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, The Tourism Authority of Thailand, PCC and Active Management Asia are proud to announce the 6th edition of the popular Essilor Bangkok Eco Challenge.  This is an epic 3-8 hour race which takes teams through a 50km+ course of trekking, mountain biking, swimming and paddling as well as some mystery tests.  The race is to be held at Nong Chok on Saturday November 12th.

 

October 27th - October 28th 2011 - Phuket International Soccer 7's

 

THis unique soccer tournament will celebrate it's 8th anniversary this year.  The tournament has developed into one of the largest soccer 7's tournaments in Asia and it is expected that 2011 will once again show huge interest. 

 

24th September 2011, Red Bull King of The Rock

The unique one-on-one basketball tournament will make a stop in Hong Kong in the form of Red Bull King of The Rock Hong Kong Qualifier.  The aim is to give local basketballers a chance to battle one-on-one with their basketball skills, bring the winner to the world finals and crown the title of Red Bull King of The Rock.  The finals will be held in the legendary prison yard on Alcatraz Island (a.k.a. The Rock) in San Francisco, California, USA.




WMF Muay Thai Pro World Title


Congratulations to Christian Daghio whom won the WMF Muay Thai Pro world title recently!

Action Sport Asia partner, Christian Daghio of Pattaya Kombat fought for the WMF Muay Thai Pro world title on July 9th at 7pm at the Pitbull's Arena, Casanova club in Pattaya. 

Siam Bike Tours Joins Up with Action Sport Asia to Promote Cycling Tours in Thailand


Siam Bike Tours was the first operator in Thailand offering bespoke cycling tours in Thailand.  A number of tours are available lasting several days and taking in the breathtaking scenery rarely seen my the majority of visitors to Thailand.  For more information about road cycling tours in Thailand please visit the website page.


Short Rope Wakeboarding Coaching - Thai Wake Park - 5th June 2011

 

Thai Wake Park are offering Short Rope Sessions on the 5th June 2011 starting from 7.45am

This includes:

  • 1 hour of private riding with short rope
  • Coaching via video and analysis
  • Practice session (special ticket rate - 2 hours @ 385 THB / All day @ 595 THB
  • 700 THB / rider, minimum of 6 riders and maximum of 8 riders
  • Register at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 0878298855 for more information.

 

Road Bike Thailand with SpiceRoads Cycle Tours - June 2011


Sign up for any three new road bike tours with SpiceRoads departing in 2011 and you will receive a 10% discount.  Get a friend to sign up too and you will each receive a 15% discount!  This offer applies to road cycling in Southern Thailand, cycling in Kanchanaburi Hills and Mae Hong Son Hills road tours only.  This offer is open for bookings by June 30th 2011.  For more information please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Thai Wake Park to Host First Leg of Asian Wake Park Tour - 23rd - 24th April 2011

Thai Wake Park, the leading wake park in Thailand is set to host the first leg of the 2011 Asian Wake Park Tour in Bangkok.  The competition marks the first stop on the tour and is sanctioned by the Asian Wakeboard Association.  This summer, the tour travels to the best cable parks in Asia including Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines in the search of the best riders in Asia!  Pro riders will gather at Thai Wake Park on the 23rd and 24th April to fight for US$3,000 in cash prizes plus earn tour points which will decide who the overall tour champ is later in the year.    For more information please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Emporium and Punky Runners Charity Run for Japan - Sunday 27th March 2011

Total Body Training are organized a charity run to raise funds for the Tsunami relief efforts in Japan on Sunday 27th March 2011.  The run is open for people of all abilities, whether a serious runner or casual runner please come and join to help raise funds.  If interested registration takes place at Emporium shopping complex from the 21st - 27th March between 11am and 8pm or on Sunday between 5pm - 5.45pm

The distance is 9km starting at 6am to avoid the heat of midday.  A shorter 3km run is also available.  The entry is 350THB for both distances.  T-shirts will be given to all whom register and all runners who complete the run will receive a medal.  There are water stations every 2km and snacks are provided at the finish line.

Columbia Trail Masters 2011, Kao Mai Keo, Pattaya, May 7 2011

This event consists of a 18km, 9km and 4km fun run / walk suitable for all.  The Columbia Trail Masters Championship 2011 offers exciting running routes, which take in some great scenery and exciting trails that explore mountains, farms and the jungles of Thailand.  There are several categories for men, women and children and are designed to involve local communities to promote sports amongst children.  The Columbia Trail Masters 2011 is being organized by Active Asia, for more information please contact Action Sport Asia.

The Amarin Outdoor Unlimited Adventure Dash 2011

This mini adventure race is the perfect event to prepare for the next River Kwai Trophy Race.  The adventure dash will take place on Sunday February 6th, 2011 at Kao Kiaew, Pong Din Dam, Kanchanaburi.  The dash is a mini adventure race that competitors can complete individually or as a team of 2 racers.  Mostly off road, there will be 3 disciplines: Trail running, mountain biking & swimming.  Some extra adventure challenges can be integrated such as a rope course, cargo net and more.

For information about how to enter please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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