We sell many models of boxing gloves for children. These boxing gloves can be used for many sports including boxing, kickboxing and Thai boxing. When buying a boxing glove, as a parent you should pay attention to the following points:
- leather or artificial leather
- what size boxing glove
- thumb protector available
- colour
- inner gloves or bandages
- maintenance
Should I buy a boxing glove made of leather or artificial leather?
The difference between leather and artificial leather is difficult to see with the naked eye. Faux leather boxing gloves feel a bit plastic, but are fine for children who are starting kickboxing and are not sure whether they want to continue doing it. The advantage is that artificial leather boxing gloves are cheaper than leather boxing gloves. The biggest disadvantage, however, is that artificial leather boxing gloves are more likely to smell because they ventilate less well. There is little difference in terms of filling and protection. We therefore recommend purchasing artificial leather boxing gloves (PU, skintex) for small children aged 5 to 8 years. At this age they do not sweat that much and there is a chance of dropping out. A good buy, for example, is the Boxing Glove Competitor V1 from XPRT Fight Gear . This is available in various colors and all (youth) sizes.
What size boxing gloves does my child need?
For boys and girls aged 5 to 7 years, we recommend 6 oz gloves. For children aged 8 to 10 years, we recommend 8 oz. But every child is different. For example, a 10-year-old child may be small and light for his or her age. Then 6 oz is better. But a 7 year old child can also be big for his or her age and then 8 oz is better. If you are really unsure about the weight, you can always visit our store in Capelle aan den IJssel. We can then put on the 6 oz and the 8 oz and then we can see which glove fits best! By the way, we are talking about the weight of the gloves and not so much the size. However, the weight (6 oz or 8 oz) also determines the size.
Is there a thumb protector available?
All boxing gloves for children that we sell are equipped with a thumb protector. This means that the thumb is attached to the rest of the glove. This prevents the thumb from folding and thus prevents annoying injuries.
Is the color of the children's boxing gloves important?
The color of the boxing gloves is very important for many children. In our store we see many children who find the color more important than the fit. This is of course not the correct order of importance and that is why we always try to give children good advice. Fortunately, we have most gloves in all colors and sizes so this does not have to be a problem. Black boxing gloves are always easier to combine with other colors of kickboxing shorts and shin guards than, for example, pink. Keep this in mind when purchasing a pair of boxing gloves.
Does my child have to wear inner gloves or bandages?
Wearing inner gloves is recommended for children who sweat a lot. The sweat soaks into the inner gloves and you then put them in the wash. This keeps the gloves fresh for longer. We recommend that older children wear bandages . These provide more support and protection. It is up to the trainer to decide how or what. In our children's kickboxing sets we always include a few short bandages (if this is included in the set).
Do boxing gloves need maintenance?
The most important thing with boxing gloves is good ventilation. The sweat must evaporate from the boxing gloves. If this is not done, the boxing gloves will stink enormously. That is why you should always remove the boxing gloves from the sports bag after training and place them in a place where they can dry. A good place is the garage or on the doormat. You can also lightly grease the boxing gloves with some Vaseline twice a year. You should only do this if you have leather boxing gloves.
