Kihon – Protective Equipment – Body protector

The SMAI WKF Shin Instep has been manufactured to exact World Karate Federation specifications. They have been approved for use in official continental tournaments and international WKF Sanctioned events without restriction.
The instep is shock absorbent, making it ideal for the dynamic sport of Karate. With full shin, instep and toe coverage along with added protection on the heel, the SMAI Shin Instep offers complete protection. Featuring a removable instep that connects quickly and easily with a hidden Velcro tab.

This shin-step protection protects the tibia from impacts which may occur during the course of the bout. The inner component is made of rubber and has a specific density and dimensions to ensure its correct use as well as to avoid interfering with the competitor´s movements.

The SMAI Karate female breast guard is manufactured from High-quality injection moulded plastic that is simply inserted into the breast protector. This offers a full zone of protection covering the breasts and underarm region. The moulded plastic inserts can also be easily removed without having to remove the entire crop top. An essential protector for all combat sports and the SMAI Karate protector is approved by the World Karate Federation for use in all WKF sanctioned events internationally.