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Can I obtain a DTV visa in Thailand for CrossFit activities instead of Muay Thai?
Hi I want to get a dtv visa, but can I get a visa with CrossFit, not Muay Thai?
Answer summary
The discussion revolves around whether it's possible to obtain a DTV visa in Thailand by training in CrossFit instead of the traditional Muay Thai. Most comments indicate that the DTV visa must be associated with a Thai cultural activity, specifically requiring certification in Muay Thai. Some users suggest that while one could engage in CrossFit, the visa itself will likely only be granted through recognized Muay Thai training. A few commenters express skepticism regarding how CrossFit aligns with the Thai cultural criteria needed for the visa.
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Brian *********
Ah, the ancient Siamese cultural art of cross fit…
Faraz ********
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Jackie ********
I think Thai has “weight training”
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Pyi *********
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Seun **********
Follow THE rules and guidelines lol you don't get to create your own rules
Stephan ***********
@Seun *********
So... you are saying that Cross Fit isn't "Sport training"...?Seun **********
@Stephan **********
you have a point. Only one way to find out. Try it, if it works, let the group know?Seun **********
@Stephan **********
got it. GoodluckStephan ***********
@Seun *********
Yep... it depends (a bit) on the Embassy where you apply... some take it, some don't. Same with medical appointments and/or cooking class. Some are okay with 14 days, others want to see at least 3 month. And so on...
Henrik *****
No, only something special Thai culture
Alex *******
@Henrik ****
I know people that got their DTV for beach volleyball trainingAlex *******
It might work. I know Beach Volleyball training works
Expat **********
@Alex ******
What’s that got to do with Thai culture?Stephan ***********
@Expat *********
So... Sport training and/or medical treatment is "Thai culture"?Alex *******
@Expat *********
I don't know if it's Thai culture but I know Phuket Beach Volleyball Club has training for DTV's and it works
Anonymous ******************
How does cross fit represent or promote Thai culture? 🤣🤣 the stupid just keep on getting stupider!
Rio ******
Yes. CrossFit is definitely a Thai culture based activity.
James ********
@Rio *****
have not seen any DTV visa issued for it. Only for Muay Thai.Alex *******
@James *******
I think Crossfit might work. I know Phuket Beach Volleyball Club has real training packages for the DTV and it works. Crossfit is an actual sport. For a gym to call themselves a Crossfit gym or use the word Crossfit in their gym name they need to be registered with the worldwide governing body of Crossfit. If the gym in Thailand is a real accredited Crossfit gym then I think it could be used for the DTV in the same way beach volleyball is used cause it's a sport.The DTV does state sports training as one of the options.
I think most people don't realise that Crossfit is an actual sport and just think of it as a normal gym
James ********
@Alex ******
Frankly it's a gamble. Muay Thai training is a KNOWN way to get the DTV visa.
Sophie **************
@James *******
He's being sarcastic.
Samuel ***************
The soft power is based on Thai culture, so that's why it's based on muay Thai and not other things. Get the muay Thai DTV and then train both!
Christopher ********
No, must be a "Thai traditional" course. Fight EVO360 Thailand - Thepprasit Boxing Stadium really good and helpful with this visa if needed.
Anonymous ******************
No
Meaw ************
You can just apply for Muay Thai soft power, join a little bit and go do crossfit. DTV doesnt force you to stay in one place
Dave ********
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Anonymous ******************
No, it will need to be a gym offering Muay Thai and that needs to be certified one.
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