Protective Equipment

Protective Equipment Requirements

LBKI-approved protective equipment is available at LBKI Karate Store

• Red or Blue Gloves

Advanced Kit (Post-First Grading)

All students need the equipment from the Starter Kit and additionally require:

• Red or blue shin and foot protectors (must match the colour of the gloves)
• Chest Guard
• Mouth Guard
• Groin Guard (for male students)
• Head Guard (for stidents under 14 years)

Note: All equipment, including uniforms, belts, and protective gear, must be LBKI-approved. This ensures all students meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and uniformity in our training and competitions.

These items are crucial for your continued participation in sparring and self-defence sessions and must be worn as directed to ensure your safety and compliance with our training standards.

General Safety Requirements

• Protective Equipment: Participants must always wear LBKI-approved protective gear during sparring and self-defence drills. With the proper equipment, entry into these activities is allowed.
• Hygiene: All participants must ensure their fingernails and toenails are trimmed short to prevent injuries during physical contact.
• Attire and Accessories: It is essential to remove any metallic or hard objects that could cause injury to others, such as jewellery.
• Vision Safety: Participants who require prescription glasses must use safety glasses during activities. Regular eyeglasses are not allowed as they pose a risk during physical exercises.