Can a normal gym membership suffice for the soft power requirement of the DTV visa in Thailand?

DTV Visa Soft Power Activities Gym Membership Muay Thai Visa Regulations Sports Authority of Thailand

Sep 12, 2024

3 months ago

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Hi. Just wondering if a normal gym membership, gym that has weights, cardio equipment and body fitness classes, would be ok for soft power application? Does it have to specifically be a muay thai gym for example. Thoughts.

Thanks.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The post discusses whether a standard gym membership, which offers weights and fitness classes, is sufficient for meeting the soft power requirements of the DTV visa in Thailand. Most comments suggest that a regular gym membership may not be adequate, with some indicating that an official letter from a licensed gym authorized by the Sports Authority of Thailand is necessary. Furthermore, activities like Muay Thai are preferred for the soft power criteria, and engaging with personal trainers or specialized gyms is recommended.

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Wannikea *********

This visa's ability to attract some of the most feeble is astounding. There is nothing culturally soft power "Thai" about working out at a gym.

3 months ago

Derry *********

We have found that a few embassy were accepting non soft power activity such as scuba diving, self defense initially but slowly they have began to gravitate towards insisting its a soft power activity. I run a muay thai school and have processed 50 so far.

3 months ago

Faraz ********

The Wall Studio The Wall Fitness we can do it 😀💪🏽

3 months ago

Roberto *********

I'd say you'd have to sign up with a personal trainer at your specific gym. Unlikely a normal gym membership would suffice.

3 months ago

Tod *********

I think you're really pushing it to think a Fitness First, or Jetts Gym membership is gonna cut it for the "soft power" part of the DTV 😮

BUT

hey, i could be wrong, try it and see, worst case they turn you away 😉

3 months ago

Jim *********

Not all gyms in Thailand are allowed to issue official letters for the DTV visa. The gym should be licensed and authorized by the Sports Authority of Thailand.

3 months ago

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Jim *********

What are the requirements and process for obtaining a soft power Muay Thai visa in Thailand?

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3 months ago

Can I use the soft power visa option for freediving training in Thailand instead of Muay Thai?

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What documents are needed to apply for a DTV visa for muay thai training in Thailand?

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