Protective Equipment for Sparring and Self-Defence Classes
Protective Equipment Requirements
Beginners Kit(White Belts)
- Red or blue gloves
Advanced Kit (Post-First Grading)
Students need the equipment from the Beginners 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)
Note: All equipment, including uniforms, belts, and protective gear, must be LBKI-approved. This ensures that all students adhere to 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.