If you’re in Los Angeles and looking to start Muay Thai, having the right gear is key and finding it shouldn’t be a hassle. At MTK, with locations in North Hollywood and Glendale, we make it easy for Angelenos to gear up and train safely. What Gear Do I Need to Start Muay Thai Training in LA? Here’s the essential gear you’ll need: Hand Wraps  – Support and protect your wrists during punches. Muay Thai Gloves  – Properly padded for striking and clinching. Shin Guards  – Keep

“Can I just use my boxing gloves for Muay Thai?” The short answer is simple: not really .  The difference might seem small at first, but it becomes huge once you start punching, kicking, clinching, and moving like a real “Nak Muay”. Boxing Gloves Terrence "Bud" Crawford Boxing gloves  were created for the sport of boxing. Their design focuses on protecting your knuckles during straight punches. They carry extra padding on the front and the wrist support is very firm to keep y