PROTECTIVE SKIRT FOR THIGHS AND HIPS HEMA

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A protective skirt designed for real combat

The BLAKLIST thigh and hip protection skirt is not a generic piece of protective kit borrowed from another sport. It is equipment designed specifically for the demands of historical fencing, where every weapon wielded by an opponent can leave lasting marks. Designed for HEMA practitioners, it offers targeted protection for the thighs and hips without ever restricting freedom of movement – the very factor that makes all the difference in a bout.

What combat really does to the body

In HMA, the lower limbs are among the most frequently targeted areas. During sparring sessions, exchanges follow one another in rapid succession and blows to the thighs mount up. The result: bruises, painful areas that persist for several days, and a practice that becomes difficult to maintain at the intensity it deserves. Injuries do not always occur in a spectacular manner — they develop through repeated blows, session after session.

HEMA practitioners already wear a mask, gloves, a jacket and sometimes a chest protector. This protective gear effectively covers the upper body and hands. However, the thighs and hips often remain the most exposed areas. The weapons used — synthetic simulators or steel swords — generate powerful impacts that require a tailored solution, not the repurposing of equipment from other disciplines. HEMA combat has its own demands, its own rhythm, and it deserves equipment designed accordingly.

The product: identification and positioning

The Thigh and Hip Protective Skirt directly addresses this need. This protective skirt has been developed for HMA sparring, with coverage designed for the areas most frequently struck during close-quarters exchanges. It integrates naturally into existing fencing gear — gambeson, jacket, gloves — without causing any layering issues or discomfort.

The protection covers the front and sides of the thighs, as well as the hip area — the two areas most exposed during close-quarters sword fighting. This equipment is designed to minimise vulnerable areas whilst remaining compatible with the movements specific to fencing: lunges, lateral movements and changes of guard. The knee is not the target area for this product; specific protectors are available to cover this joint. The arms, meanwhile, are protected by standard gloves and cuffs, allowing the gambeson to focus entirely on its designated coverage area. The technical materials used in HMA — from leather to reinforced synthetic fabrics — all share this objective: to absorb impact without adding unnecessary weight.

✅ Targeted protection for the thighs and hips thanks to the 350 N padded fabric

✅ Full mobility retained for attacking manoeuvres

✅ One-size-fits-all with rear fastening for a secure fit during sparring

✅ Compatible with a groin guard for full coverage of the pelvic area

✅ Durability suited to regular use

On the training floor, you’ll feel the difference from the very first session

Imagine a training session at a historical re-enactment club. The strikes come thick and fast, your partners are armed with sparring swords, and the exchanges are fierce and intense. Without suitable protection, the thighs absorb every hit directly — and after an hour of practice, the marks start to pile up. With this HEMA kit, every impact is cushioned before it reaches the skin. The practitioner can stay in the exchange, attempt offensive moves and take the counter-attacks without holding back. The protection is there, discreet yet effective, and it doesn’t restrict footwork.

The HEMA Thigh and Hip Protector combines everything a discerning practitioner has a right to expect: targeted and effective protection, 350 N padded fabric that absorbs repeated impacts, full mobility preserved to maintain performance, and a one-size-fits-all design with a rear fastening that guarantees a stable fit in all circumstances. In the tradition of medieval fencing revived by HEMA, every weapon wielded by an opponent deserves an appropriate response. Complete your HEMA kit with this protective skirt and approach every bout, every training session and every tournament with the confidence that only suitable protection can give you.