KOA
A Nepal-based online store selling sportswear, gym wear and streetwear.
No pricing page was found, so pricing is estimated from web sources.
Overview
What it does
KOA makes sportswear, performance apparel and sports-inspired streetwear for athletes in Nepal. The range includes quick-dry tees, shorts, hoodies and socks, sold through its own online shop. Pants are listed as coming soon. The site also runs a journal with guides on fit, fabric, washing and running in Kathmandu.
- sportswear
- gym wear
- streetwear
- quick-dry tees
- hoodies
- shorts
- socks
- nepal
At a glance
- Category
- sportswear and gym wear brand
- Headquarters
- Not found
- Founded
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- Team size
- Not found
- Pricing
- One-time retail purchase, per item
- Customers named
- 0
How the product works
- 1Browse the shopOpen Shop all or pick a category such as T-shirts, shorts, hoodies or socks. You can also search or use the filters for size, colour and price.
- 2Check sizingThe site has a size guide, and the journal has a guide on how gym clothes should fit.
- 3Pick a piece and sizeTap a product, choose a size and add it to your bag. A wishlist is also available.
- 4Review your bagThe bag shows the subtotal. Delivery cost is shown as 'To be confirmed'.
- 5Check out and payThe site says you can pay cash on delivery, or by eSewa or bank QR.
- 6Get help or updatesShipping and returns policies are on the site. Contact is through Instagram @koa_np. A newsletter sign-up gives news on new drops and restocks.
Who its customers are
- Gym and strength trainees in NepalWear quick-dry tees, shorts and hoodies built for gym sessions. Site copy: 'Training tees, shorts and hoodies built for the session — and everything after it.'
- Runners in Kathmandu ValleyPick season-appropriate, breathable running and training clothes. The journal has a guide on what to wear for running in Kathmandu, and the tee copy says 'For runs & training'.
- Combat sport and boxing athletesWear performance tees in the ring and gym. Product and campaign images show boxing, Muay Thai pad work and heavy bag training. No named customers or testimonials found.
- Everyday streetwear buyers in KathmanduWear sports-inspired clothing from the session to the street. Site copy: 'Session to street' and 'Wear it every day'. Look images are set in Kathmandu.
What makes it different
- 01Built for Nepal and KathmanduThe site says KOA makes sportswear for athletes in Nepal. Its journal covers Kathmandu topics, such as how quick-dry and cotton tees handle Kathmandu's seasons and what to wear for running there season by season. Comparison with other brands: Not found on site.
- 02Training gear that also works as streetwearThe homepage describes 'Performance & street' and 'Session to street' cuts for the gym, the track and the walk home. The product line is tees, shorts, hoodies and socks, with pants listed as coming soon.
- 03Local payment options at checkoutThe bag panel says customers can pay cash on delivery, or by eSewa or bank QR. Delivery cost shows as 'To be confirmed' in the bag. Shipping terms are not on the pages provided.
- 04Quick-dry tees in three cuts with listed pricesThe Quick Dry tee comes in half sleeve (Rs. 1,800), sleeveless (Rs. 1,600) and full sleeve (Rs. 2,400). The site lists quick dry, lightweight and breathable fabric. Fabric composition: Not found on site.
- 05Practical journal content on fit, care and fabricThe journal has guides on how gym clothes should fit, how to wash gym clothes, quick-dry vs cotton, and choosing between sleeveless and half-sleeve tees. There is also a size guide page linked in the navigation. Its contents are not shown in the input.
Business model
How it makes money
One-time retail purchase, per item
Pricing comes from the shop's own product listings, not a pricing page. No search results were available, so there is no third-party estimate. Prices are per item in Nepali rupees.
- Direct online sales of apparelKOA sells quick-dry tees, hoodies, shorts and socks through its own online shop, with items priced in Rs. such as Rs. 1,600 to Rs. 2,900.
- Discounted salesThe Black Hoodie shows a sale price of Rs. 5,000 against a regular price of Rs. 15,000, a 67% markdown.
- Cash on delivery and digital paymentsThe bag page says customers can pay cash on delivery, or by eSewa or bank QR. Delivery cost is shown as 'To be confirmed'.
Pricing plans
Estimated from web sourcesNo pricing found on the site.
How it acquires customers
- Social and community (Instagram)strongThe announcement bar says 'follow @koa_np for the first drop'. Instagram is linked in the header, footer, about page and contact page. The contact page offers 'Message on Instagram' as the only contact method. The about page says to follow for 'drops, training content and community news'. koanepal.com
- SEO and contentmoderateA journal at /blog has five guides, such as 'How Should Gym Clothes Fit?', 'Quick-Dry vs Cotton T-Shirts: What Should You Train In?' and 'What to Wear for Running in Kathmandu, Season by Season'. The guides target search-style questions and local seasons. Traffic or ranking data not found on site. koanepal.com
- Email list and drop announcementsmoderateThe homepage has a newsletter block titled 'Join the warriors': 'Get the first word on new drops and restocks.' with an email field and a 'Sign up' button. koanepal.com
- Direct online storemoderateThe site is a store with a cart, wishlist, account and search. Checkout pays by cash on delivery, eSewa or bank QR. The shop lists 5 products, and the black hoodie is shown at 67% off (Rs. 5,000 vs Rs. 15,000). A discount is the only promotion seen. koanepal.com
Funding
Not found
Launches
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SourcesKOA homepageShop all | KOABag | KOAAbout | KOAKOA journalContact
Competitors
KOA competes mostly with Nepali gym wear and sportswear brands and stores, plus imported global brands sold through local resellers. Price comparisons are limited: only NKT MEN and KTM CTY list prices in the input, and KTM CTY's listed items are cheaper.
- KTM CTYktmcty.com
Kathmandu brand selling unisex gym wear, activewear and casual clothing, described as accessibly priced and made in Nepal.
CheaperAeromesh Training Tanktop रू 332 (was रू690); Oxford Diamond Half Jacket रू 1267 (was रू2490)
Kathmandu, Nepal - Gorkha Athleticgorkhaathletic.com
Kathmandu activewear brand with in-house gym clothing and custom kits for gyms, teams and businesses, made in Nepal.
Price unknown
Samakhushi, Kathmandu, Nepal - NKT MENnktmen.com
Sells men's sportswear in Nepal, with tees and shorts priced close to KOA's tees.
Similar priceBlack sports t-shirt ₨1,800; cargo shorts ₨1,800; athletic polo ₨2,100; crew neck t-shirt ₨1,200
Nepal - Strix Nepalfacebook.com
Nepal clothing store for men's and women's gym wear, with pre-order sports shorts made from US fabric.
Price unknown
Nepal - Gym Wear Nepalfacebook.com
Online-only Kathmandu gym wear store delivering across Nepal, with a small social following.
Price unknown
Kathmandu, Nepal - Fit2Vogue Nepalfit2vogue.com
Kathmandu retailer of imported gym brands such as Gymshark and YoungLA, priced in NPR with nationwide delivery.
Price unknown
Kathmandu, Nepal - ANEEaneenepal.com
Nepal sports clothing brand focused on custom sportswear and jerseys, sold through outlets in eastern Nepal.
Price unknown
Nepal - Gymsharkgymshark.com
Global gym wear brand named in many lists; sold in Nepal through resellers such as Fit2Vogue.
Price unknown
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9How we searched · 6 web searches
- KOA sportswear and gym wear brand alternatives
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SourcesKOA homepageKOA shopKTM CTYGorkha AthleticNKT MEN sportswearStrix NepalGym Wear NepalFit2Vogue NepalAneeBrandHouseTop 10 branded shoes in NepalSportswear stores in KathmanduBrands like Gymshark
Go-to-market
- Define campaigns6
- Find companies28
- Find decision makers6
- Write emails6
Gyms, boxing and Muay Thai clubs, and running groups in Kathmandu Valley that want branded or shared training apparel for staff, coaches or members. Trigger: a new season, a new club launch, or a need for matching kits. KOA's site shows quick-dry tees from Rs. 1,600, but bulk pricing and custom branding are not found on site.
Where to find them
- Google Maps listings for gyms in Kathmandu Valley
- Gym Instagram pages and DMs
- Local fitness events in Kathmandu
- Instagram pages of combat sport gyms
- Nepal boxing and martial arts federation pages
- Local fight night events
How we searched · 18 web searches
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