Karate Division · ES-0005

Karate Cotton Gloves

Name: Karate Cotton Gloves
Brand: Everstar Sports
SKU: ES-0005
Price: 180 ZAR
Availability: InStock

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R180

White cotton karate gloves for light training and controlled sparring. A lightweight, breathable option for everyday dojo use. Affordable karate gear available across South Africa — enquire now to place your order.

Available Sizes

Available Colours

White

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SKUES-0005
DivisionKarate
SizesSmall – Large (3 options)
ColoursWhite
PriceR180
BrandEverstar Sports
DeliveryNationwide — South Africa

About the Karate Cotton Gloves

Traditional cotton karate gloves are the lightest hand protection in the sport. They take the edge off knuckle contact without the bulk of foam mitts, and they are specifically required by a number of traditional karate associations for kumite.

Padded cotton construction with an open palm and an elasticated wrist. Sizes S, M and L.

Cotton or foam?

This is a rules question before it is a preference question. Some traditional associations mandate cotton gloves for competition and will not accept foam mitts; others require foam.

In practical terms, cotton gloves are lighter, cooler and give you more feel for contact. Foam karate mitts protect noticeably better. If your dojo permits both, cotton suits light technical kumite and foam suits harder contact work.

Sizing

Measure hand circumference at the widest part of the palm, excluding the thumb:

Small — approx. 15–18cm. Juniors.
Medium — approx. 18–21cm. Teens and most women.
Large — approx. 21cm and above. Most adult men.

Cotton gloves should fit close. Unlike foam mitts there is no bulk to take up slack, so a loose cotton glove simply slides and stops protecting the knuckle. Note that cotton shrinks slightly with washing, so if you are between sizes, go up.

Washing

Cotton gloves can be washed, which is their main practical advantage over foam. Cold hand wash and hang dry — do not tumble dry, as heat shrinks cotton and will make them unwearable.

Wash them regularly rather than occasionally. They sit against the hand for a full class and cotton holds sweat. Pair them with cotton shin and instep guards for a matched traditional kit.

Common questions

What is the difference between cotton karate gloves and foam mitts?

Cotton gloves are lighter, cooler and give more feel for contact. Foam mitts protect noticeably better. The choice is often set by your association's rules rather than preference, as some traditional associations mandate cotton for competition.

What size cotton karate gloves should I order?

Measure hand circumference at the widest part of the palm excluding the thumb: roughly 15-18cm for Small, 18-21cm Medium, 21cm and above for Large. Cotton shrinks slightly with washing, so size up if you are between sizes.

Can you wash cotton karate gloves?

Yes, and that is their main advantage over foam. Cold hand wash and hang to dry. Never tumble dry, as heat shrinks cotton and will make them unwearable.

Are cotton gloves allowed in karate competition?

It depends on your association. Some traditional associations specifically require them; others require foam mitts. Confirm with your dojo before buying for a tournament.