My sparring gear arrived today!
Head protector (essentially a helmet, but made of heavy foam rubber), foot protectors, hand gear (somewhat like boxing gloves, but open at the palms), and shinguards, all in black. And, of course, a mouth guard--but that's pink. Because I can still be girly while kicking somebody's butt. ;)
Green belts and above are required to have this gear. I've only sparred in (borrowed) gear once before--the rest of this week's classes will be interesting, but at least I am now equipped. Movin' on up, and looking dangerous while I do it...
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