OVER-PROTECTION OF GLOVES

Protective gear for HEMA gloves: essential protection for historical European martial arts

HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) encompasses all traditional martial arts practised on the European continent. This discipline includes historical fencing, longsword, sabre and other ancient weapons. Hand protection is crucial in these martial arts, where impacts are frequent and potentially dangerous.

HEMA practitioners use replicas of historical weapons, which require particular vigilance. Without the right equipment, the risk of injury to the fingers and hands can quickly compromise practice.

Different types of hand protection in HEMA

Our catalogue offers three main categories of solutions adapted to the varied needs of HEMA practitioners. We have specially created leather protection and coach hand guards. These allow the Kali instructor to really help their student progress by encouraging contact work, such as hittings in Balintawak.

Leather glove over-protectors constitute the first category. These protectors fit various existing models such as Ironclad Tactical, Red Dragon, Kevlar gloves, and light fencing gloves. They offer reinforced leather protection without sacrificing mobility.

Coach hand protectors specifically designed for coaches and instructors constitute the second category. This leather equipment is designed to withstand the intense demands of training sessions. Perfect for the large family of Filipino martial arts, Kali arnis eskrima.

Shell over-protectors complete the available arsenal. They allow both beginners and experienced practitioners to reinforce their equipment according to the intensity of the fencing exercises.

Reinforced protection for fencing instructors and coaches

HEMA teachers take numerous impacts every day during sessions with their students. Their equipment must offer exceptional resistance while maintaining the flexibility necessary for technical demonstrations.

Protective gear designed for instructors combines high-quality materials such as leather, Cordura and dense foam. This design absorbs repeated shocks without compromising finger dexterity.

This equipment can easily be worn over standard tactical or fencing gloves. For clubs, it represents a long-term investment in the safety of their trainers.

How to choose your HEMA glove protection

Several criteria guide the choice of protection suited to your HEMA needs.

Your level of practice directly influences the type of equipment required. A beginner will favour flexible and versatile protection, while an instructor will opt for maximum reinforcement in leather and Kevlar. The discipline practised also matters. Long swords, one-handed swords and sabres place different stresses on the hands. Rigid medieval gauntlets are not suitable for the same situations as modern modular protection.

Compatibility with your existing equipment deserves attention. Certain accessories can be combined to optimise overall protection. Regular maintenance of leather ensures the longevity of your investment.

Maximising safety and progress in HEMA

Optimal protective equipment radically transforms the quality of training. Practitioners of historical martial arts can train intensively without fear of hand injuries. Working with swords, sabres or any other historical weapon becomes more fluid. Fingers remain protected by proven materials such as leather, Cordura or polypropylene.

For instructors, this increased safety allows for more training sequences. Each glove protector becomes a teaching tool that allows for the repetition necessary to master historical fencing, while preserving physical integrity in the long term.