Muay Thai equipment starter pack
Pack the essentials before you fly. Skip the guesswork on what gyms expect on day one.
At a glance
- You need gloves, wraps, shorts, shin guards, and a mouthguard for most camps.
- Buy gloves and mouthguard at home; shorts and extras are easy to find in Thailand.
- Starter budget: roughly $150–350 USD depending on glove quality.
Must-have before camp
- Gloves (12–16 oz for training; heavier if you are 80 kg+)
- Hand wraps (180" — buy two pairs so one can dry)
- Muay Thai shorts (room to kick; avoid board shorts)
- Shin guards (light pairs for pads; sturdier for sparring)
- Mouthguard (boil-and-bite before you fly)
Buy at home vs in Thailand
One decision per item — no need to over-pack.
| Item | Buy at home | In Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Gloves | Yes — break in before camp | Fairtex, Windy, Top King widely available |
| Shorts | Optional | Easy to buy locally at gym shops |
| Shin guards | Yes if you spar at home | Buy on arrival if pads-only |
| Mouthguard | Yes | Bring your fitted one |
| Hand wraps | Yes — cheap and light | Stock up at any gym shop |
Shop starter gear
Order before you fly if you want gear broken in on arrival. Links go to our gear partners — commission helps keep ThaiFights free.
- Fairtex — Gloves, shorts, pads
- Windy — Thai-made gear
- Athena — Women's fightwear
Still missing pieces?
Compare gloves and shorts from our gear partners, or read the first-time guide for what to pack in your bag.
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