Focus pads Bytomic Red Label

Bytomic is one of the world's largest martial arts suppliers, with its headquarters based in the US. Bytomic gear is affordable and of excellent quality. 

Bytomic's goal is simple: to earn customers' respect by doing what they promise. They have pursued this goal continuously for more than 30 years by building their knowledge, experience, and skills.

Now that they are one of the largest suppliers of leading brands in the US and UK markets, they have no intention of becoming complacent. Bytomic strives for continuous improvement and development, always looking for ways to initiate and share new ideas.

Punching mitts, also known as  focus pads , are  compact pads that are held by a  trainer during a training session. The terms punching mitts and focus pads are used interchangeably. However, in our opinion, there are subtle differences between them, which is why our website distinguishes between them. Punching mitts are primarily intended for punches and punching techniques.

Thai pads, also known as  kickpads or  pao, are larger pads held by a trainer to practise both punches and kicks.

Punching shields are usually large, round cushions that the trainer or partner holds in front of the body. They are especially suitable for various punching techniques, including hooks, liver punches, and uppercuts.

Kicking shields are the really large cushions for punching and kicking. They are ideal for  beginners and children who, frankly, cannot yet aim very well. They are also very suitable for advanced practitioners, as these pads allow them to practise their technique at  full power .

A major advantage of focus pads over regular punching mitts is that you can almost always hold them in two ways: with the palm facing up or the palm facing down.

This offers many more possibilities for comfortably signaling techniques correctly, without the risk of twisting or bruising your wrists.

For example, you can hold the focus pads out in front of you, against your body, or next to your head (for roundhouse kicks).

Focus pads usually have both a handle and a strap that your wrist/forearm goes through. 

With small (lightweight) focus pads, you can train hand-and-foot combinations extremely quickly and easily. 

Especially in ITF Taekwon-do, the (usually round) focus pads are an indispensable training tool. 

They are exceptionally suitable for tactical awareness exercises, conditioning drills, and precision training. 

The Bytomic Red Label Focus pads are lightweight, compact punching shields made from durable PVC, designed for fast punch combinations. The padded wrist strap and sturdy woven handles ensure a comfortable and secure fit. Sold as a pair at a competitive price—ideal for home or the gym. Developed in UK, 30 years of expertise.