Professional MMA team sponsorship & tryouts
We are excited to announce upcoming professional MMA team tryouts! We will be hosting a week-long trial for MMA athletes seeking professional sponsorship. During this trial, athletes will have the opportunity to showcase their skills, work ethic, and team mentality. Tryouts will take place from December 6–13, 2026, at Khunpon Martial Arts in Phuket, Thailand.
We are offering 6 professional sponsorship spots to the most dedicated and talented athletes. Below are the details of the sponsorships available, the requirements to apply, and the qualities we are looking for in our team members.
Sponsorship packages
There will be a total of 6 sponsorship spots available, divided into two tiers based on performance during the tryouts.
฿500k Sponsorship Packages
2 spotsAthletes awarded the ฿500k sponsorship will receive our most comprehensive support, including:
- Visa sponsorshipFull visa support (50k THB)
- HousingProvided housing accommodation (180k annually)
- Gym membership1-year gym membership (120k THB annually)
- Food allowance10,000 THB monthly food allowance at Khunpon Kitchen
- Apparel & gearKPMA Gloves, KPMA Gear (10k THB value)
- Fight guaranteeGuaranteed MMA and Muay Thai fights (Priceless)
- Recovery2x monthly sessions with a physio or IV treatments at the Recovery Center (8k monthly value)
฿200k Sponsorship Packages
4 spotsAthletes awarded the ฿200k sponsorship will receive substantial support to aid their professional development:
- Visa sponsorship6 months of visa support (50k THB)
- Gym membership6-month gym membership (60k THB)
- Food allowance5,000 THB monthly food allowance at Khunpon Kitchen
- Recovery1 monthly session at the recovery center (4k THB monthly value)
- Apparel & gearKPMA Gear (10k value)
Application requirements
To be eligible for the tryouts, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of grappling experience and at least 2 years of overall training experience.
Competition history
Must have participated in at least 2 sanctioned MMA or Muay Thai fights.
Commitment
Must demonstrate a clear willingness and readiness to fight professionally.
Who we are looking for
What we are looking for
Beyond physical skills and experience, we are looking for athletes who embody the values of our professional team. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:
- Team playerAbility to work collaboratively and support teammates.
- HardworkingDedication, perseverance, and a strong work ethic.
- RespectfulDemonstrates respect for coaches, teammates, and the sport.
- Open mindsetWillingness to learn, adapt, and grow as an athlete.
- RelocatableWillingness to relocate to train and live with the team.
What we are not looking for
We want to be transparent about the types of athletes who will not be a fit for our team:
- Ego-driven athletesIndividuals who put themselves above the team, resist coaching, or refuse to take direction.
- Undisciplined individualsThose with inconsistent training habits, poor punctuality, or a lack of commitment to the daily process.
- Drama creatorsAthletes who bring unnecessary conflict, gossip, or negativity into the gym environment.
- Closed-minded fightersPeople unwilling to adapt their style, learn new techniques, or accept constructive criticism.
- Unwilling to fightAthletes who are not genuinely committed to competing in sanctioned bouts.
We look forward to seeing you at the tryouts!
Tryouts application
Every field marked * is required. It takes about ten minutes. Have the links to two of your fights ready.
Please complete the application in English.