LION BUDOKAN KARATE INTERNATIONAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Safety is our top priority at LBKI Karate. All students must wear LBKI-approved protective gear during sparring and self-defence sessions. Here’s everything you need to know about required equipment at each stage of your training.
BEGINNER'S KIT
WHAT YOU NEED WITHIN YOUR FIRST MONTH
Students must have their Beginner’s Kit within a month of joining to ensure the best training experience. This kit is required for all White Belt students from their very first grading.
Red or Blue Gloves
White Belts — Required Within First Month
LBKI-approved gloves are mandatory for all students from the Beginner’s Kit stage. Gloves must be either red or blue — the colour you choose will determine the colour of your other protective gear.
Important Note
LBKI-APPROVED GEAR ONLY
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.
ADVANCED KIT
REQUIRED AFTER YOUR FIRST GRADING
After your first grading, students need all items from the Beginner’s Kit plus the following additional equipment. All shin/foot protectors must match the colour of your gloves.
Shin & Foot Protectors
Post-First Grading
Red or blue shin and foot protectors are required. They must match the colour of your gloves to maintain uniformity during sparring.
Chest Guard
Post-First Grading
A full chest guard is mandatory for all students after their first grading. Provides essential protection during sparring and self-defence drills.
Mouth Guard
Post-First Grading
A properly fitted mouth guard must be worn at all times during sparring. Protects teeth, gums, and jaw from impact.
Groin Guard
Post-First Grading — Male Students
Mandatory for all male students after their first grading. Must be worn during all sparring and self-defence sessions.
FULL ADVANCED KIT CHECKLIST
- Red or blue gloves (from Beginner’s Kit)
- Red or blue shin and foot protectors
- Chest guard
- Mouth guard
- Groin guard (male students)
SAFETY PROTOCOLS
GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
All participants must adhere to these safety requirements during sparring and self-defence classes to ensure a safe training environment for everyone.
Protective Equipment
Participants must always wear LBKI-approved protective gear during sparring and self-defence drills. Without the proper equipment, entry into these activities is not allowed.
Hygiene
All participants must ensure their fingernails and toenails are trimmed short to prevent injuries during physical contact with training partners.
Attire & Accessories
It is essential to remove any metallic or hard objects that could cause injury to others, such as jewellery, watches, rings, and earrings before training.
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.