Gear FAQ
What should I buy for my first class?
Wraps, a mouthguard, shorts and a water bottle. Gyms lend the rest at first. Beginner kit →
Why does everyone spar in 16oz gloves?
More padding protects your partners and lets everyone spar more often. It's the default house rule in most gyms. Sizing →
How long do gloves last?
Regular training: expect one to a few years depending on materials and care. Replace when padding compacts or the wrist strap dies. Care →
How do I get the smell out of gloves?
You mostly prevent it: dry after every session, wipe with antibacterial solution, use dryer inserts. Entrenched smell means entrenched bacteria — and usually new gloves. Care →
Are Muay Thai gloves different from boxing gloves?
Somewhat: more palm flexibility for clinching and padding shaped for catching kicks. Boxing gloves are fine to start Thai training. Muay Thai gear →
Boil-and-bite or custom mouthguard?
Boil-and-bite for starting out; custom once you spar regularly — better fit, breathing and protection. Guide →
Which bag for a home setup?
Banana bag for Muay Thai if you can mount it, standard heavy bag for boxing, free-standing when drilling the ceiling isn't an option. Bags & pads →
Does headgear prevent concussion?
No — it mainly prevents cuts and abrasion. Safer sparring comes from controlled intensity and good partners. Headgear →