Best Taekwondo Starter Kit UK
Starting taekwondo and not sure what to buy? Here's the complete beginner starter kit — dobok, belt, basic sparring gear and a bag to carry it all.
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Karate Belts Order UK - Gradings & Structure
Discover the complete karate belt order in the UK — from white to black belt. Learn about grading structure, belt colours, and what each level means for your martial arts...
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Buying A Karate Uniform (Gi) guide to choosing the correct suit.
Sections: To see our collections of Karate suits please click the following: Adult Karate Gi Kids Karate Gi Karate Trousers Karate Belts 1) The Basics: What is...
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Martial Arts Shops | Supporting Local Businesses
Supporting Local Businesses: Embrace Your Local Martial Arts Shop and Make a Difference In a world dominated by online retail giants like Amazon and Google, it's easy to overlook the...
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The Benefits of Martial Arts Training in UK Prisons
A Path to Rehabilitation and Reduced Reoffending Whilst browsing the internet looking for new trends in martial arts whilst sourcing new equipment I came across an article from 2018 regarding...
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Taekwondo Sparring Equipment Guide UK
Everything you need for taekwondo sparring — from club training gear to full WT approved competition protection sets.
Taekwondo Belt Colours & Grades Explained
From white belt to black belt — a complete guide to taekwondo belt colours, grades and what each one means in World Taekwondo.
WT Approved Taekwondo Equipment Explained
Competing in World Taekwondo events? Here's exactly which equipment needs to be WT approved and what to look for when buying.
How to Choose a Taekwondo Dobok — Complete UK Guide
Choosing the right taekwondo dobok can be confusing — V-neck or round neck, WT approved or not, kids or adult sizing? This guide covers everything you need to know.
Best Karate Starter Kit UK — Everything a Beginner Needs
Starting karate and not sure what to buy? We cover everything a beginner needs — gi, belt, protection and training gear — for kids and adults.
Karate Belt Colours & Grades Explained
From white belt to black belt — we explain what each karate belt colour means, how the grading system works and how to buy the right belt for your grade.
Kids Karate Gi Sizing Guide — How to Get the Right Fit
Getting the right size kids karate gi is easier than you think. We explain how children's gi are sized by height and how to measure correctly.
WKF Approved Karate Gi — What You Need to Know
What does WKF approved mean and do you need it? We explain the rules for kumite and kata gi at WKF competitions and which suits qualify.
Karate Gi Weight Guide: 7oz vs 8oz vs 14oz
Confused by karate gi weights? We explain the difference between 7oz, 8oz and 14oz suits and which is right for training, kata and kumite.
How to Choose a Karate Gi — Complete UK Guide
Everything you need to know about choosing the right karate gi — weight, cut, size, brand and budget explained for beginners and experienced karateka alike.