What Type of Kickboxing Equipment do Beginners need?

If you're new to Kickboxing but don't know what to buy or wear for your first class, this is the post for you! We will break down what gear or equipment you need for different types of classes. 

BOXING BAG TRAINING

For boxing bag training, which includes light, heavy or floor to ceiling boxing bag, you will need gear that will protect your hands and give support to your wrists. Another factor is something that will wick sweat away from your boxing gloves:

• Boxing Gloves
• Bag Gloves
• Bag Mitts
• Wraps
  
  

PAD/MITT TRAINING

This training requires you to hit pads with your opponent, training partner or instructor. So, what you'll need are:

• Boxing Gloves
• Bag Gloves
• Bag Mitts
• Boxing Wraps
• Shin Guards or Mouth Guard (Optional as it will depend of the type of drills)
• Focus pads
• Thai pads
  
  

SPARRING

This type of training involves simulation of fighting with your training partner or opponent. It also involves contact drills which would require you to wear gear that would protect you and your training partner:

• Sparring Gloves
• Shin Guards/Protectors
• Groin Guard (Any gender requires this for protecting your groin area)
• Mouth Guard 

 

SAFETY FIRST

Regardless of any type of Kickboxing training, it is important to wear the necessary gear and use the correct equipment to avoid any mishaps or trips to the hospital. You don't want to end up missing a tooth if you've forgotten your mouth guard, do you? 

 

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