For Players From India · Bangkok, Thailand

    Train Snooker in Bangkok: A Short Flight From Home

    Weekday one-to-one coaching on professional STAR tables, private air-conditioned accommodation, and a full training week from approximately ₹35,000, visa-free for Indian passport holders.

    ⚡ Limited spots: only 8 students per session

    Visa-free entrySTAR snooker tablesAC stay includedRupee pricing shown

    Visiting players

    Shruthi at Kiatthada

    Shruthi L from Chennai, World Women's Billiards Champion in 2024 and 2025, training and playing on our tables in Bangkok.

    Training at the academy
    On the table in Bangkok

    Meet Your Coaching Team

    Two careers. One team.

    World Snooker-certified coaching and decades of international playing experience at Kiatthada Snooker Academy.

    Coach Toey at the snooker table coaching a player

    World Snooker-certified coach

    Coach Phawat “Toey” Wongkiatpornsak

    Nearly two decades of elite coaching, from building strong fundamentals to developing national-team and professional players. His approach combines technique, tactics and a consistent competitive mindset.

    • World Snooker professional coaching certificate (2012)
    • Thailand national-team coaching experience (senior and youth squads)
    • 8 international gold medals as head coach: SEA Games, Asian Indoor Games and Asian Games
    • Royal decoration: Order of the Direkgunabhorn
    Asian youth champions coached
    7×
    World youth champions coached
    3×
    Professional world players developed
    3
    View Toey’s full coaching credentials
    Coach Rom Surin at the snooker table with a championship trophy

    Thai national-team cue-sports player

    Coach Praprut “Rom Surin” Chaithanasakun

    A Thai cue-sports veteran with more than three decades of competitive experience across snooker, English billiards and pool. Rom Surin brings a player's perspective from national and international competition to the academy team.

    • 1993 World Amateur Snooker Championship runner-up, Karachi
    • Five-time Thailand snooker champion (1991, 1992, 2000, 2001, 2004)
    • Multiple SEA Games gold medals representing Thailand
    • National and international experience in snooker, English billiards and pool
    World amateur snooker runner-up
    1993
    Thailand snooker champion
    5×
    Years of competitive experience
    30+
    Thailand Snooker Association player profile
    Rom Surin with fellow players at Kiatthada’s Crucible-themed training room

    A shared training environment

    Our coaching team brings together experience in developing players and competing internationally. From your first fundamentals to your next competition, training is focused on your level and goals.

    Why Indian Players Choose Bangkok

    2.5–4.5 hour flights

    Direct flights to Bangkok from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata and Hyderabad. Leave in the morning, practise the same evening.

    Visa-free entry

    Indian passport holders currently get visa-free entry for short stays, so no embassy appointment is needed for a 7 or 14-day camp. Confirm current rules before you fly.

    Coaching + stay in one price

    One payment covers coaching, table time and a private AC room. No separate club fees, no hotel to arrange.

    Flight Times From India

    Approximate non-stop flying times to Suvarnabhumi (BKK). The academy is roughly 30–45 minutes from the airport by car.

    Departure cityFlight time to Bangkok
    Delhi (DEL)~4h 15m direct
    Mumbai (BOM)~4h 20m direct
    Bengaluru (BLR)~3h 50m direct
    Chennai (MAA)~3h 30m direct
    Kolkata (CCU)~2h 30m direct
    Hyderabad (HYD)~3h 55m direct

    The Academy & Your Room

    Seven full-size STAR tables in an air-conditioned tournament venue, and a private air-conditioned room at Kiatthada Resort, both included in your package price.

    Main hall with seven full-size STAR snooker tables at Kiatthada, BangkokTournament match room with show table and spectator seatingCrucible-themed practice room at Kiatthada Snooker AcademyKiatthada Snooker Academy exterior at nightSuperior air-conditioned room with balcony at Kiatthada ResortPrivate room balcony overlooking greenery at Kiatthada Resort

    Packages & Rupee Prices

    Rupee figures are indicative conversions of our Thai baht prices at roughly ₹2.6 per baht. You are charged in THB at checkout and your bank applies the live rate.

    Performance Training

    1 hour weekday coaching, 3 hours daily table practice, private AC room.

    7 Days

    13,500 THB · approx ₹35,000

    ≈ ₹5,000/day all-in

    14 Days

    25,000 THB · approx ₹65,000

    ≈ ₹4,500/day all-in

    30 Days

    40,000 THB · approx ₹1,04,000

    ≈ ₹3,500/day all-in

    Elite Performance

    2 hours weekday coaching, unlimited table access, airport transfer, video analysis session.

    7 Days

    20,000 THB · approx ₹52,000

    ≈ ₹7,500/day all-in

    14 Days

    32,000 THB · approx ₹83,000

    ≈ ₹6,000/day all-in

    30 Days

    55,000 THB · approx ₹1,43,000

    ≈ ₹5,000/day all-in

    Extra nights (room only) can be added at checkout for 950 THB per night.

    Secure card checkout. Visa, Mastercard and Amex accepted, including Indian cards. Instant email confirmation with your dates, room and arrival details.

    Not sure which package? Ask us on WhatsApp

    Planning Your Trip

    Pick your dates

    Choose your package and start date at checkout, add extra nights if you want to explore Bangkok afterwards.

    Food & daily life

    Vegetarian and Indian food is easy to find in Bangkok, with Indian restaurants near the academy. Bring light clothing; it is warm year-round.

    Airport pickup

    Airport transfer is included with Elite Performance, or can be added for 1,000 THB. We send the details in your confirmation email.

    What Visiting Players Say

    “Kiatthada is a wonderful place to improve your game. Coach Toey is a very committed and dedicated coach. I was there last month for one week and I learned a lot from Coach Toey. One should visit if you are a snooker player.”
    Charles Jong, one-week training visit

    Questions From Indian Players

    Who will coach me at Kiatthada?

    Our coaching team includes Coach Phawat ‘Toey’ Wongkiatpornsak, a World Snooker-certified coach with Thailand national-team coaching experience, and Coach Praprut ‘Rom Surin’ Chaithanasakun, the 1993 World Amateur Snooker runner-up and a multiple SEA Games gold medallist. Contact us about your training goals and preferred coach before booking.

    Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Thailand?

    Indian passport holders currently enter Thailand visa-free for short stays (up to 60 days at the time of writing), which covers our 7-day and 14-day camps. Rules change, so always confirm with the Royal Thai Embassy in India before booking flights. For 30-day residencies or longer stays, we can help arrange extended options through the education-visa programme run on the same premises.

    How much does it cost in Indian rupees?

    Packages start at 13,500 THB (roughly ₹35,000) for 7 days including coaching, table time and private accommodation. You pay in Thai baht at checkout; your bank converts at the day's rate. Flights from most Indian metros are additional.

    Is the coaching in English?

    Yes. All coaching and communication with international players is in English.

    What about vegetarian or Jain food?

    Bangkok has extensive vegetarian and Indian food options, and there are Indian restaurants close to the academy. Tell us your requirements when you book and we'll point you to the nearest options.

    Can I use an Indian card to pay?

    Yes. Checkout is handled by Stripe and accepts international Visa and Mastercard. If your card is blocked for international transactions, enable it in your banking app first.

    What is the best time of year to come?

    November to February is Bangkok's coolest, most comfortable season and is our busiest period, so book early. Training runs year-round in an air-conditioned hall, so any month works.