Anybody know of a place to do aqua Zumba or Aqua Aerobics? My google searches aren't finding anything informative

honestly, try looking at some of the hotel pools that do day passes. The SO Sofitel on Sathorn has an aqua aerobics class on their rooftop pool a couple times a week, think it's around 500 baht if you're not a guest. the view of the city skyline is insane while you're splashing around

another spot that's pretty lowkey is the public pool at Lumpini Park. they run morning classes around 7am and it's cheap like 50 baht entry. the catch is the schedule changes monthly so you gotta check the board by the entrance. not Zumba branded but they do water cardio with music

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The outdoor pool at the Mandarin Oriental has a water aerobics program that's been running for a while. It's not Zumba specifically but the instructor mixes in some dance cardio moves that feel similar. Non-guests can join for around 800 baht per class on the sports club membership pass, and the pool overlooks the river which is a nice bonus. The classes tend to be around 7am or 5pm to avoid the worst of the sun.

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Check with the British Club off Silom. They've had water aerobics classes for years, mostly in the mornings around 9 or 10. It's a members-only setup but they do offer short-term trial passes if you just want to test it out. The pool is saltwater and kept at a comfortable temp which makes a difference in this heat.

Another option is the pool at Chulalongkorn University's sports complex near the stadium. They run group aqua classes during semester time and it's open to the public for around 100 baht per session. The schedule can be inconsistent though since it depends on student demand.

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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