PORTSMOUTH MUAY THAI
Portsmouth Muay Thai is a full-time, dedicated Muay Thai gym in Portsmouth, offering high-quality Thai boxing training for beginners, fitness enthusiasts, and competitive fighters across the city and surrounding areas. Conveniently located on Albert Road for those in Southsea, Cosham, North End, Hilsea, Fratton, and the wider Hampshire area, our gym is proud to be a trusted destination for authentic Muay Thai on the South Coast.
Muay Thai - known as the Art of Eight Limbs - is one of the most effective striking martial arts in the world. At Portsmouth Muay Thai, we teach traditional Thai boxing techniques combined with modern training methods to help you improve fitness, confidence, discipline, and mental resilience. Our structured classes focus on proper technique, conditioning, pad work, bag work and controlled sparring in a safe, supportive environment.
We welcome all experience levels, from complete beginners taking their first class to seasoned practitioners looking to sharpen their skills. No matter where you’re starting from, our experienced coaching team will guide you step by step, ensuring steady progress while maintaining high standards of safety and respect.
As a well-established Muay Thai gym in Portsmouth, we’ve built a strong community of like-minded people who train hard, support one another, and enjoy the process. Many of our members train purely for fitness and wellbeing, while others have ambitions to become world champions - and both paths are equally valued here.
COACHES
Ross Smith
Ross is the head coach at Portsmouth Muay Thai, bringing over 20 years of Muay Thai and Thai Boxing experience in Portsmouth to the gym.
He has competed at a high level, fighting for national Muay Thai titles and also fighting internationally.
His competitive background allows him to deliver effective Thai boxing training methods that are tried, tested and that work in real situations.
Known for his quick wit and funny nature Ross creates an environment of working hard whilst having fun from beginners to advanced fighters training at our Portsmouth Muay Thai gym.
Nigel Cosgrave
Nigel is joint head coach at Portsmouth Muay Thai.
He has trained and competed professionally throughout Thailand, gaining invaluable first-hand experience of traditional Thai boxing at its highest level.
This allows him to bring authentic Muay Thai techniques, strong fundamentals, and proven training methods to students.
Well known for his positive energy and approachable coaching style, Nigel creates an encouraging training environment where students across Portsmouth and the surrounding Hampshire area can train hard, improve their fitness, and develop real Muay Thai skills.
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Sarah Casey
Sarah is a UK-ranked Muay Thai fighter and Women's coach at Portsmouth Muay Thai, currently ranked UK No. 6, and a key member of our competitive training team in Portsmouth.
She has competed internationally across Europe and Thailand, bringing elite-level experience and a deep understanding of high-performance Muay Thai to our Portsmouth Muay Thai gym. Sarah has also fought for multiple British Muay Thai titles, showcasing her dedication, discipline, and ability to perform at the highest level of the sport.
As a coach and role model within the Portsmouth Muay Thai community, Sarah is passionate about helping students develop confidence, and fight-ready conditioning. Whether working with beginners or experienced fighters, she delivers high standards of coaching rooted in real competition experience.
Harry Martin
Harry is an active Muay Thai fighter that has developed his skills through consistent training and regular competition, building strong technical ability, composure, and valuable ring experience.
He has trained and fought multiple times in Thailand, gaining important international experience and exposure to authentic Muay Thai at its source.
Alongside his development as a fighter, Harry supports the gym by assisting with classes, helping new members build strong foundations in technique, fitness, and confidence. As an active competitor, he provides valuable insight and serves as a positive example of what can be achieved through dedication and consistent training.
Harry’s commitment to his own progression and his support of beginner students reflects the strong team culture and high standards at Portsmouth Muay Thai.
Macauley Neill
Macca is a rising Muay Thai fighter and junior champion. At just 17 years old, he has already achieved major success in the sport, including becoming a Sandee Muay Thai Champion and representing Team GB at the WMF Amateur Muay Thai World Championships in Bangkok, Thailand winning Gold.
Macca has also competed for British and English Muay Thai titles, demonstrating his commitment, skill, and ability to perform at a high level against top national and international opponents. His experience competing on major stages has helped him develop strong technical ability, ring intelligence, and mental resilience beyond his years.
As a key member of the Portsmouth Muay Thai team, Macca helps teach the junior, youth and beginner classes engaging as a role model of what can be achieved through staying on the right path, hard work, dedication and discipline.
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Ross Smith
Ross is the head coach at Portsmouth Muay Thai, bringing over 20 years of Muay Thai and Thai Boxing experience in Portsmouth to the gym.
He has competed at a high level, fighting for national Muay Thai titles and also fighting internationally.
His competitive background allows him to deliver effective Thai boxing training methods that are tried, tested and that work in real situations.
Known for his quick wit and funny nature Ross creates an environment of working hard whilst having fun from beginners to advanced fighters training at our Portsmouth Muay Thai gym.