Sparring equipment

May 25, 2005 12:24 PM

Does anybody have any recommendations for martial arts sparring equipment and, more importantly, shops where I might procure them in London?

I'm not sure if there is much variation in the quality of these things (I am new to martial arts). My trainer told me to go get some, but I forgot to ask him where to get them. I'm looking for elbow, knee, head and groin protection, plus gloves (bag and grappling) and padded kali sticks.

An estimate of cost would also be most appreciated. Thanks in advance for any help.

posted by Jongo to Sports, Hobbies, & Recreation (2 answers total)

This place is in Chinatown - where better for martial arts equipment? I have no idea about prices, but if you Google 'martial arts' (use google.co.uk), you'll get plenty of online stores where you can compare prices.
posted by essexjan at 12:47 PM on May 25, 2005

Online store for purchase of all the above - plus a forum for discussion with other like-minded individuals who may be able to recommend appropriate shops directly.
posted by longbaugh at 1:52 PM on May 25, 2005