Groin protection is compulsory for sparring and competition in virtually every combat sport, and for obvious reasons it is not the piece of equipment to economise on or forget.
This is the traditional strapped design — a rigid moulded cup inside a padded shell, held by an adjustable elasticated waist strap and leg straps. It fits over the shorts rather than inside them, which is the standard configuration for boxing, karate and Muay Thai.
Sizing
Sizes run S to XL, based on waist measurement. Measure around your waist at the hip bone.
- Small — approx. 66–76cm waist
- Medium — approx. 76–86cm waist
- Large — approx. 86–96cm waist
- Extra Large — approx. 96–106cm waist
The cup should sit flush against the body with no gap and no movement when you shift stance. A guard that slides during a round is not protecting anything, so set the leg straps snug and re-check them after your warm-up.
Strapped or compression style?
The strapped design worn over the shorts is the traditional and most widely accepted configuration, and it is what most karate, boxing and Muay Thai clubs expect to see.
The synthetic leather groin guard in our MMA range is the alternative for grapplers, where a bulkier external guard can snag during ground work. Check your club's requirement before competition, as accepted styles vary by federation.
Hygiene
This is equipment that sits against the body for an entire session, so hygiene is not optional. Wipe the shell and straps down after every use with a mild antibacterial cleaner and air it fully before it goes back in your bag.
Never share a groin guard, and replace it if the shell cracks or the strap elastic goes slack. A cracked cup concentrates impact rather than spreading it, which defeats the purpose entirely.
