EQUIPMENT'S NEEDED DURING KARATE MATCH

HELLO EVERYONE! 

Today, we will be explaining about the equipment needed during the Karate match. 

• SUITS & UNIFORMS (THE GI)

The Gi refers to the white cotton suit worn by all karate competitors. Whether you’re a lowly beginner just finding your feet, or a martial arts professional, the Gi is the universally accepted suit that all karateka must wear. Designed to match the ‘cleansing’ qualities of the sport, the Gi originates from judo and didn’t become an official part of the karate uniform until 1939. A light and hard-wearing Gi should be relatively inexpensive. Just remember, they’re meant to be worn baggy but make sure you don’t go over-the-top!

• HAND PROTECTOR

Hand protection tool for Karate self-defense is a martial gear that serves as a protective device for the hand. Hand protection tool for Hand Protection or glove for martial arts gloves is useful for protecting bones and wrists while competing. Tokaido WKF Approved Hand Protector is a protective sleeve for the right hand for the Kumite competition. Tokaido WKF Approved Hand Protector Cheap Martial.

• FOOTWEAR PROTECTION

Foot protective device functions to protect the legs of the shin from impact, puncture slip or fall during karate match. Examples of Shin Guard tools for Karate are safety shoes and shin guards. Maestro Shin Guard shield protective device is able to protect the feet / dry bones because it consists of quality materials. Furthermore, the Kumate Karate Shoe from Tokaido WKF Approved Shin / In-Step Guard is a martial art tool to protect the legs as a whole. 

• FACE SHIELD

Helmet and face shield protective function is to protect the face and head from the collision or fell while competing Karate. Face and head protection for martial arts should be made of PVC or EVA foam resistant to high temperature and voltage changes and anti-strike. Comfortable head shields are easy to set with Velcro according to head size. 

• FEMALE CHEST PROTECTOR 

Useful for protecting unwanted incidents towards chest and breasts during a match. Female Chest Protector is a self-protection that must be used during the fight. Female Chest Protector sections consist of a customizable bra and a rigid, flexible EPE shell that also protects the armpits. 

• OBI (BELT)

The Karate Belt is one of the compulsory equipment for Kumite or a match. Useful for tying clothes to be comfortable when worn. Karate belts are available in 6 colors: white, yellow, green, red, blue, and black. 

• BODY ARMOUR

Body Protector Karate is an additional protective clothing for Karate serves to protect the body from the danger of extreme heat or cold temperature, collision, able to protect the breastbone and friction. Body Protector Karate is used in the Karate / Dogi shirt and is designed for the effect of the blow to the chest and the side of the body can be further reduced. This equipment must be used especially during the game. Body Protector Karate should also be comfortable when worn, protected by a lightweight foam and resistant to scratches. 

• GUM SHIELD

In some game, the use of a dental shield becomes a necessity. Gum Shield serves to protect the tooth from a hard impact that can make gum injury and tooth loss.  GumShield is made of a flexible plastic material that is useful to protect the tooth parts to avoid injury. 

• GROIN GUARD

Groin guard is to protect male and female groin area. Groin guard will avoid low blow injuries to the groin and kidneys. 

Sources:
https://www.karatemart.com/adgroinprotm.html
http://www.blitzsport.com/karate/karate-groin-guards
https://kabarkarate.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/peralatan-pertandingan-kumite/
http://kobarkarate.blogspot.my/2012/07/peralatan-pertandingan-kumite.html