Come as strangers, leave as family

The annual camp bringing Malaysian Siamese youth together. Since 1993.

About Ruam Thai

Ruam Thai is where Malaysian Siamese youth find their people. Every year, students from across the country gather for a few days of bonding, learning, and celebrating shared identity.

What started in 1993 as a small motivation seminar by Siamese university students has become an annual tradition, connecting generations through education, culture, and religion.

Three Main Pillars of Ruam Thai

πŸ“š Education

Ruam Thai introduces school students to the opportunities and pathways after SPM through career talks and pathway sessions covering matriculation, STPM, diploma, and more. Participants also get to connect with seniors currently studying in university to ask about courses and campus life.

πŸ™πŸ» Culture

Siamese culture is unique, beautiful, and should be celebrated. Ruam Thai gives participants a space to explore and practice Siamese culture through activities such as Malam Kebudayaan.

πŸͺ· Religion

Ruam Thai provides a space for participants to practice Dhamma through morning and evening chanting, meditation sessions, and Dhamma talks.

Read Ruam Thai Origin Story

Ruam Thai 34

Event Date
1-4 September 2026
Venue
Wat Chetawan
Petaling Jaya, Selangor
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Timeline

Milestones leading up to Ruam Thai 34

30 Dec 2025 - 1 Jan 2026

New Year Booth

Opening ruam thai booth at Wat Machimmaram, Tumpat, Kelantan, for selling snack during New Year fair at the temple to raise fund

January - 10 Feb 2026

Pre Order Opened for Ruam Thai Magazine - 1st Edition

Preorder of Ruam Thai Magazine - 1st Edition. The fund raised are used for Ruam Thai 34 event

17 Jan - 17 Feb 2026

Committee Registration

Ruam Thai committee registration window

28 Mar 2026

15th Ruam Thai Alumni Meeting

Alumni meeting with Ruam Thai 34 Committees to discuss about this year event

1 May - 1 June 2026

Participant Registration

Ruam Thai participant registration window

1-4 Sept 2026

Ruam Thai 34 Camp

The main Ruam Thai camp event

What Past Participants Say About Ruam Thai

Ruam Thai 33 was overall awesome!! I never thought I'd cry in public, but it turned out I was wrong ... Ruam Thai 33 was special. I feel like home, you guys are my family. I just can't move on and accept the fact we have to wait next year to be together again πŸ₯Ή This chapter will always have a special place in my heart 🫢🏻 LOVE EVERY ONE OF YOU Ruam Thai 33 😘
- Sara Suphamaard, Ruam Thai 33
I don't know how to explain because this seminar is very nice for me and I learned new things.
- Pheeradha Pereira, Ruam Thai 33
I hope these activities from seminar Ruam Thai 33 can continue from generation to generation β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈπŸ’
- Wirita, Ruam Thai 33
This was my first time and honestly I didn't know what to expect. But Ruam Thai 33 was amazing! I met incredible people, gained so much confidence, and discovered new things about myself. Missed Ruam Thai 33!
- Paul Sirikphan, Ruam Thai 33
All overall Ruam Thai 33 is the very perfect it's my first Ruam Thai and it's made me want to another time next year. Thanks all the biro for you guys work hard
- Pat Thavi, Ruam Thai 33
Facilitator was great.Very clear, friendly, and made things easy to understand
- Warissara, Ruam Thai 33
My group facilitators are like dad and mom for me they so friendly and caring. They always take care of us. I love them.
- Sukshada, Ruam Thai 33
First time joining Ruam Thai and zero regrets. Everything felt perfect ✨✨✨. THAT'S ALL, THANKYOU. LOVE EVERY SENIORS, LOVE RUAM THAI ❀️❀️❀️
- Emy Chakmikka, Ruam Thai 33
For me, I think there is no need to improve anything because everything turned out perfect I am very satisfied. This is the first time I have visited to Ruam Thai 33 and I love it very much
- Valinie, Ruam Thai 33

* Some of these testimonials are edited so that they are easier to read.

Ruam Thai Experience

Moments that make Ruam Thai special

Cultural Night performance during Ruam Thai
Cultural Night Performance
Group games and activities
Fun & Games
University talk session
University Talk
Dhamma Talk session during Ruam Thai
Dhamma Talk
Mealtime bonding
Sharing Meals
Explorace session session
Explorace
Ice breaking and team bonding activities
Ice Breaking & Team Bonding
Friendship moments
New Friendships

Watch the Ruam Thai 33 aftermovie

Relive the moments and activities from RT33 Β· 29 min

Join Ruam Thai

Registration for Ruam Thai 34 is currently closed. Follow us for updates on next year's registration.

Volunteer

  • For Siamese pre-university and university students
  • Help plan and run the camp with the committee: logistics, activities, multimedia, sponsorship, and more.
  • A few months of commitment. You will not be doing it alone.

Participant

  • For Form 3–5 secondary school students
  • Three to four days of career talks, games, cultural night, and meeting Siamese students from across Malaysia.
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