Is your child starting Krav Maga? Then boxing gloves, shin guards, a groinguard and a personal mouthguard are part of the kit. You’ll also need suitable clothing and, usually, clean indoor sports shoes. With the right combination, your child will have their own gear for lessons, from their first striking session to partner drills.
The main differences from standard kickboxing gear are the clothing and training in shoes. Below, you’ll learn what each item adds to the kit, which models to consider and how to choose individual items or a set. A sports bag is a useful optional extra for keeping everything together.
The basic kit for Krav Maga
For regular lessons, start with four protective items: boxing gloves, shin guards, a groinguard and a personal mouthguard. Trousers, a shirt and, where needed, indoor shoes complete the kit. The school may have its own clothing rules, for example about the colour of the youth group’s trousers or shirts.
Before a trial lesson, ask which items are used and whether loan gear is available. For a trial lesson, the Krav Maga Union lists items including long trousers, a T-shirt, clean gym shoes with non-marking soles, water and a towel. That is one organisation’s example; your child’s school will tell you what they need there.
If your child continues with lessons, having their own kit is convenient: you can choose the models, styles and colours for your child and keep personal items, such as their mouthguard, together.
- Boxing gloves Your child’s own pair of gloves for striking practice, in a suitable style and the requested training weight.
- Shin guards Choose a model suited to the lower leg and the lesson. If your child trains in shoes, how the guards fit with the shoes matters too.
- Long trousers and a shirt Usually black long trousers with a club or federation shirt. Check the school’s clothing rules.
- Groinguard Choose a suitable version for boys or girls separately; its size does not have to match the trouser size.
- Personal mouthguard Your child’s own mouthguard for their teeth. Have an adult help mould it according to the model’s instructions.
- Optional extras A sports bag keeps the kit together. A water bottle and towel are practical additions for lessons.
Boxing gloves for youth lessons
Boxing gloves are used for striking practice. Children’s gloves have their own size range and come in a choice of styles, materials and colours. The XPRT Competitor V1 children’s gloves are a synthetic model with a hook-and-loop closure. The leather XPRT Top Gloves for children are an alternative if you prefer that material.
Choose a glove that suits how it will be used in youth lessons. Oz indicates the glove’s weight, not the size of a child’s hand. So don’t choose based only on a number or age. For younger children, the smaller space inside the glove matters differently than it does for teenagers, who may already use a larger size range.
The glove should fit comfortably, and the wrist closure should fasten securely. Those are the main things to consider; for exact sizing and a more detailed model comparison, see the linked glove guides.
Shin guards for training in shoes
Shin guards are used for kicking drills and contact exercises. For Krav Maga, consider not only how they fit around the shin, but also how they work with shoes. You can choose models without a foot section or models with one. How well the chosen combination fits is what matters.
XPRT Protector V1
The Protector V1 is an elastic sleeve-style model without a foot section. It leaves the top of the foot uncovered. That makes it an option for youth lessons in shoes. Use this model’s own size range; don’t assume the same size letter applies to another type of shin guard.
XPRT All-Round V1
The All-Round V1 has a foot section and is another option for a child’s kit. When training in shoes, the foot section needs to work well with the shoe and stay in place during movement. Not every style fits over every shoe.
XPRT Pro V3 Midnight
The Pro V3 Midnight is a pre-shaped model with a foot section. Its construction differs from an elastic sleeve-style model. Check its own sizing and the fit around the lower leg. For youth lessons in shoes, check how it works with the shoe too.
The brief overview shows the different designs side by side. For the next step, use the model-specific sizing information and the linked size guide rather than treating age or clothing size as a universal shin guard size.
Clothing: long trousers and the right shirt
Black long martial arts trousers and a club or federation shirt are common for Krav Maga. Check the school’s clothing rules before buying trousers or a shirt. Sometimes the correct shirt is supplied through the school. The youth group may have different rules for trial lessons and regular lessons.
Martial arts trousers allow room to move during lessons. The XPRT Black and Bytomic Contact are separate pairs of long trousers with roomy legs, an elastic waist and a drawstring closure. They are an option if you want to choose clothing separately from protective gear.
Choose trousers that let your child move freely and whose legs do not slip under their shoes. That is the practical starting point. The model’s size chart can then help you choose a size; the different pieces of kit do not all need the same size letter or height designation.
Groinguard: a separate part of the kit
A groinguard, also called a cup, belongs on the Krav Maga kit list. There are different versions for boys and girls. Choose a model that suits your child’s build and include the groinguard in your purchase, whether you put the kit together from individual items or choose a set.
The XPRT Basic has separate versions for boys/men and girls/women. The women’s Shock Doctor G5 also comes in a children’s version. Check the size range for the model you choose: a small adult size is not automatically the same as a children’s version. The groinguard is a separate choice, just like the other protective items.
A personal mouthguard for your child’s teeth
A mouthguard is personal and should not be shared with other children. Choose one for your child’s teeth and the exercises in their youth lessons. Looking for a children’s mouthguard is a good place to start. The Bytomic Basic for children and the children’s version of the SafeJawz Intro are two examples from the range.
Have an adult help mould it, following the instructions for that specific model. If your child has braces, ask their dentist or orthodontist which version is suitable. Rinse the mouthguard after use and let it dry before putting it away. That way, it has a regular place among the personal items in the sports bag.
Shoes: usually part of training
Krav Maga is usually practised in shoes, but not at every school or youth group. That makes it important to find out in advance what is used in class. If shoes are required, choose clean indoor sports shoes with non-marking soles: soles that do not leave marks on the training floor.
Put indoor shoes on indoors, and do not use shoes your child has just worn outside. Bear in mind that your child will be training in shoes when choosing shin guards. A foot section needs to fit well with the shoe; a model without one leaves the top of the foot uncovered. Below are three options.
Individual items, a set and optional accessories
You can choose individual items or put together a Children’s Krav Maga Set. Buying items separately gives you the freedom to combine models and styles. A set lets you buy them together. Either way, choose models and sizes that suit your child and their youth lessons.
When considering a set, check what the selected version includes and which extras you can choose. This applies to the groinguard too. The product page shows which items are included in your chosen combination; a group photo does not always show the complete contents.
A sports bag is a useful optional extra for the gloves, shin guards and clothing. A water bottle and towel are practical extras for lessons. Together, these items make a complete kit that is easy to organise and take to training.
Care: unpack, clean and dry after lessons
A regular routine keeps the kit fresh and ready for the next lesson. Unpack the bag at home and let the items dry separately. The table shows what to do and what to check for each item. A damp lining needs air and time, not just a fresh scent.
Use a soft, slightly damp cloth on the outside of gloves and protective gear. Care sprays are for suitable interior care of gloves, not for the outer material. Boxing gloves and pre-shaped shin guards with fixed padding should not go in the washing machine or tumble dryer and should not be submerged.
Conclusion: your child’s own kit for Krav Maga lessons
Boxing gloves, shin guards, a groinguard and a personal mouthguard form the basis of your child’s Krav Maga kit. Add the clothing required by the school and, if the youth group trains in shoes, clean indoor sports shoes. A sports bag is a practical option for completing the kit.
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