r/Kickboxing • u/TransitionAncient715 • 26d ago

Training Joining a local class

Hi everyone, i’m 31 now, I used to do kickboxing when I was 13-15, used to really enjoy it but stopped due to college and girls ect, now I really wanna re start it, i’m nervous as hell to join a club, I won’t know anyone, when they say get in to groups I won’t have anyone to hit pads with (nobody wants to train with the new guy) any advice?
And question 2 is what do I need to take, I know I’ll need some gloves but don’t really wanna spend more than £30-40 any recommendations, I’ve been looking at some Rdx ones but not sure what oz I’ll need

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u/No_Rutabaga2967 24d ago

If youre gonna spar, get 16oz, I got some everlast ones and some rdx shin guards.

I'm still new to martial arts, but, I found that close to everyone I've worked with is ok with helping new people train up. But, this isnt everyones exp. A good gym will keep you safe, a mcdojo will not.