Kids Boxing Gloves for Younger Boxers

Kids’ boxing gloves are designed to protect developing hands and wrists while allowing young athletes to train safely and confidently. These gloves use lighter padding structures, smaller hand compartments and supportive wrist systems suited for juniors. At Fight Gear, we offer durable, age-appropriate gloves from trusted brands to support beginners, youth boxing classes and early-stage skill development.

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STING Competition Approved Gloves 2.0

STING Competition Approved Gloves 2.0

£109.99

Tuf Wear Junior Cruise Training Gloves

Tuf Wear Junior Cruise Training Gloves

£24.99

Pro Box Champ Spar Boxing Gloves

Pro Box Champ Spar Boxing Gloves

£44.99

ADIDAS IBA Licensed Boxing Gloves

ADIDAS IBA Licensed Boxing Gloves

£79.99

How to Choose the Right Kids’ Boxing Gloves

Kids’ boxing gloves are specifically designed to protect growing hands and wrists while allowing young athletes to train safely and confidently. Because children’s bones, joints and connective tissues are still developing, junior gloves use lighter padding, scaled-down hand compartments and supportive wrist structures suited for youth training. Choosing the correct glove size helps prevent injuries and encourages proper boxing technique.

Why Children Need Kid-Specific Boxing Gloves

Adult boxing gloves are too large, too heavy and incorrectly padded for young athletes. Kids’ gloves are engineered to:

  • Fit smaller hands securely
  • Support developing wrists
  • Reduce excessive impact forces
  • Encourage correct fist formation
  • Provide comfort during longer classes

This ensures that children can train safely while learning fundamental boxing skills.

Recommended Glove Sizes by Age

Age RangeRecommended Glove Size4–6 years4oz – 6oz7–9 years6oz – 8oz10–12 years8oz – 10oz13–15 years10oz – 12oz

Stronger or more experienced juniors can size up if advised by a coach.

Bag Work vs Pad Work vs Partner Drills

Kids’ gloves perform differently depending on training type:

  • Pad Work: Great for skill development and striking accuracy
  • Light Bag Work: Suitable with proper supervision and wrap use
  • Partner Drills: Only under coach guidance, using soft junior gloves
  • Sparring: Must be overseen by a qualified boxing coach; many gyms require larger 12oz–14oz gloves for older juniors

Always follow gym and coach recommendations for safety.

Wrist Support & Comfort

A good junior glove should include:

  • A secure Velcro closure
  • Thumb attachment for safety
  • Breathable lining
  • Evenly distributed padding
  • A natural fist shape

Comfort is essential to help young boxers stay confident and engaged during training.

Kids’ Glove Use Guide

Pad Work
✔✔✔ — Perfect for skill development and accuracy

Light Bag Work
✔✔ — Fine with supervision and wraps

Partner Drills
✔✔ — Coach supervision required; soft padding only

Sparring
⚠️ — Only allowed with coach approval; older juniors typically need 12oz–14oz gloves

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Kids Boxing Gloves FAQs

Ages 4–6: 4oz–6oz
Ages 7–9: 6oz–8oz
Ages 10–12: 8oz–10oz
Ages 13–15: 10oz–12oz

No. Adult gloves are too heavy and large, and can cause poor form or injury.

Only with coach approval. Older juniors often use 12oz–14oz gloves for sparring safety.

Light bag work is fine with supervision. For heavy impact, older juniors may need sturdier training gloves.

When padding becomes uneven, wrists feel unsupported, or the child outgrows their current size.