20/05/2026
11 Types of Pads & how we use them in MMA 🥊
In MMA, we don’t use just one type of pad.
Each tool has its own purpose — depending on whether we train speed, power, precision, defense, kicks, knees or elbows.
1. Speed Pads: Fast boxing combinations, light shots and reaction work.
2. Kick Shield: Hard kicks. Less combinations, more power and impact.
3. Focus Mitts: Precise punches, light elbows and light kick techniques.
4. Punch Mitts: Boxing combinations that can be thrown harder and more realistically.
5. Punch Shield: Single powerful shots — body shots, uppercuts, hooks and straight punches.
6. Thai Pads: Hard combinations, especially elbows, knees and powerful kicks mixed with punches.
7. Boxing Sticks: Movement, footwork and blocking techniques with light strikes.
8. Body Shield: Hard body shots and knees to the body.
9. Low Kick Shield: Low kicks in combination with boxing pads for faster transitions.
10. Calf Kick Shield: The dangerous calf kick — controlled, but perfect to combine with boxing pads.
11. Coach Spar Gloves: Boxing techniques, head movement, defensive reactions and blocking.
In MMA, it’s not only about hitting hard.
It’s about using the right tool for the right situation.
