MMA gloves are ideal for Mixed Martial Arts training but can also be used in Krav Maga and punching bag training. We also have great MMA gloves in 4 oz and 7 oz in stock.
MMA gloves weight: 4 oz and 7 oz
The gloves for Mixed Martial Arts come in two types (weights). These are 4 oz MMA gloves and 7 oz MMA gloves. The main difference is the thickness of the padding.
4 oz are really thin gloves used in professional matches and have minimal padding. Simply put, they offer much less protection and hit harder.
The 7 oz gloves have thicker padding and are therefore more commonly used for training.
MMA training gloves 7 oz
If you want to play it safe and also use the gloves for regular training, choose 7 oz MMA gloves with thicker padding. The thicker padding provides more cushioning and protection for yourself, but especially for your opponent or training partner.
What size MMA gloves do I need?
Besides the difference in weight, MMA glove sizes are also expressed from S to XL. These are almost always adult sizes, so most women will fit an S or M and most men—depending on their hand size—a M, L, or XL.
Depending on your age and the circumference of your hands, you will need to choose the size that fits your hands best. For personal advice, it’s best to visit our showroom so you can try on the gloves.
Advantages of MMA gloves:
Flexibility and improved grip: designed with flexibility in mind, these gloves often have an open finger design allowing fighters a better grip during wrestling, grabbing, and holding. This is essential for performing various techniques in MMA, such as grappling and submissions.
Weight options: available in different weight classes, such as 4 oz and 7 oz. This allows fighters to choose gloves based on their preference and intended use, for example, for training or competition.
Ventilation and comfort: Many modern MMA gloves feature ventilation openings and breathable materials, keeping hands cool during intense training sessions. The comfort of the gloves contributes to better performance.
Hygiene: Many gloves have antimicrobial properties or moisture-wicking linings to reduce bacterial growth and prevent odors, promoting a hygienic environment.
Punching bag training with MMA gloves
Of course, the open gloves are also ideal for intensive punching bag training. Thanks to the thick padding, your hands are well protected.
The separate fingers give you flexibility and allow you to easily pause the training to do push-ups, for example.
The Fairtex MMA gloves offer the best protection in terms of padding; the padding of these gloves forms a nice protective layer over your knuckles while still providing the flexibility you need for grappling.
MMA gloves, available directly from stock
MMA gloves are shipped from our own stock within 1 business day! We are the martial arts specialists and know everything about boxing gloves, kickboxing gloves, shin guards, handwraps, bag gloves, and other training equipment!
We have a huge range of Gloves for children, women, and men in stock at our showroom! Visit us for expert advice and purchase your chosen item right away.
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It is common to wear Boxing wraps under MMA gloves.
Handwraps provide crucial support and protection for the hands and wrists, which are prone to injuries during training and fights. Boxing wraps help stabilize the wrist and knuckles, prevent hyperextension, and absorb impacts.
Reasons to use handwraps in MMA:
Support and stability: handwraps connect the small metacarpal bones and bones of the hand and wrist. This creates a more stable structure that can withstand the force of punches.
Injury prevention: they help prevent common (MMA) injuries such as broken metacarpals, sprained or broken wrists, and knuckle injuries.
Improved fit: handwraps improve the fit inside your gloves. They give a more compact, firmer, and tighter feel.
Sweat absorption: handwraps absorb sweat, which can help prevent the gloves from becoming slippery and uncomfortable, and also keep your hands drier.
Hygiene: by absorbing sweat, handwraps help prevent the growth of bacteria inside your gloves.
This is because they provide protection with minimal obstruction. You can also easily grab and hold with them. This makes them well suited for the most realistic training possible.
Of course, the open gloves are also ideally suited for intensive heavy bag training.
Thanks to the thick padding, your hands are well protected. The separate fingers give you flexibility and allow you to easily pause your training to do push-ups or have a drink, for example.
Can I also come to try on MMA gloves and buy them directly from you?
Yes.
You can absolutely come try on our MMA gloves and purchase them directly. That way you know 100% for sure that you walk out of the showroom with the right gloves! We have the same stock in our physical showroom as in the webshop.
There is always a specialist available who can help you choose the right MMA gloves for you and your budget.
Hybrid MMA gloves are exactly what they sound like: a "hybrid" between regular larger boxing gloves and smaller compact MMA gloves.
They are relatively large for MMA gloves because they have thicker padding and therefore offer more protection than (competition) MMA gloves.
In training at clubs & gyms, Hybrid gloves (or at least heavier MMA gloves) are mainly used for safety.
Hybrid MMA gloves are also very suitable for Krav Maga, bag training, or other forms of self-defense. You can punch well with them, while still being able to grapple.
Besides the difference in weight (4 oz or 7 oz), the sizes of MMA gloves are also expressed in S to XL.
These are almost always adult sizes, so most women will fit an S or M and most men - depending on their hand size - an M, L, or XL.
Depending on your age and the circumference of your hands, you will need to choose which size suits your hands best; for personal advice, it is best to visit our store so you can try on the gloves.
For every brand and model of MMA glove on our website, there is a unique size chart. In it, we provide the best possible guideline on what we think is the best choice for you for that specific model.
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