Beginner boxing gear list — what you need for your first training
When you start boxing or kickboxing, the gear you need in the first days is less than you'd expect; gloves and hand wraps are often enough to begin. This list separates the basics from the protective gear you'll need once you move on to sparring. Share it with a room code with your training partner; no sign-up needed.
In short
The equipment you need to start boxing or kickboxing is a pair of hand wraps, boxing gloves and a mouthguard. Add a jump rope, comfortable training clothes, a towel and a water bottle. For glove weight (oz), it's best to ask your gym or coach. Headgear and a groin guard become necessary once you move on to sparring; they aren't needed in the first days and can wait.
12 items go straight into your new room; delete what you don't need, add what's missing. No account needed.
What's on the list
- Hand wraps1 pair
- Boxing glovesask your gym for the oz
- Mouthguard
- Jump rope
- Training clotheseasy T-shirt and shorts
- Towel
- Water bottle
- Trial classmeet the coach
- Spare T-shirt
- Gym bagso gloves can air out
- Headgearfor sparring, later
- Groin guardfor sparring, later
Tips
Glove weight (oz) varies with body weight and the type of training; ask your gym or coach before buying.
Don't leave gloves and wraps in your bag after training; air the gloves out and wash the wraps so moisture and smell don't build up.
Don't rush into sparring; get items like a mouthguard and headgear with your coach's approval, and work on technique and fitness first.
Before you start, talk to your doctor about your health or any past injuries; warm up your wrists and shoulders before you begin hitting.
How it works
1. Open your room
Tap the button and the items land in a fresh room. No account, no email, nothing to install.
2. Share the code
Send the room code or the link to the group; everyone's on the same list in seconds.
3. Finish it together
Who's buying what shows up instantly; bought items get ticked, so nobody buys the same thing twice.
Frequently asked questions
Which gloves should I buy when I start boxing?
Glove weight is measured in ounces and varies with your body weight and the type of training. The best way to know which oz suits you is to ask your gym or coach; in the first days, the gym may also lend you gloves.
Why do you need hand wraps?
Hand wraps help keep your wrist and hand stable inside the glove, and they absorb sweat. In your first class, you can ask your coach to show you how to wrap them.
Should you see a doctor before starting boxing or kickboxing?
If you have a heart, joint or other health condition, or a past injury, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor before you start. Telling your coach from the beginning also lets them adjust the training to you.
Can I change the list?
Of course. The ready-made list is just a starting point: delete, add, move items between categories.
Do I need an account?
No. A room code is all it takes — no email, password or signup.
How long is the list kept?
As long as you use it. A list is only deleted after a month without any activity; even opening the room resets the clock.
Can I install it on my phone?
Yes. With the room open, tap "Save Room" to add it to your home screen and open it with one tap.