RDX F6M Kara Coach Chest Protector – Maya Hide Body Guard for Boxing & MMA | Black | S/M & L/XL

Practice combinations and train twice as hard with the RDX F6M Kara Coach Chest Protector. Its unique strapping system — over the shoulder and around the back — allows for a comfortable yet secure fit. Uniquely designed to disperse impacts and resist the force imposed by a trained fighter, this chest guard ensures realistic practice shots at full power. Kalix Skin Maya Hide leather provides a durable, tear-resistant outer coat, while SpongeX Padding, an Infused Shock Dispersion Sheet, and EVA-LUTION Sheet work in combination to handle and disperse impacts without damage to the wearer. Available in Black — S/M and L/XL.

• Kalix Skin Maya Hide leather for a durable, tear-resistant outer coat
• SpongeX Padding for softening blows and reinforcing the surface
• Infused Shock Dispersion Sheet to handle and spread impacts
• EVA-LUTION Sheet — specialist padding designed specifically for protective equipment
• Elasticated shoulder straps with Quick-EZ™ hook-and-loop system for secure, easy fitting
• Available in Black | S/M and L/XL

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does a coach or pad holder need a chest protector?

A chest protector absorbs the residual force of body shots and poorly angled kicks and punches that bypass the held pads. In MMA and Muay Thai training, fighters regularly throw knee strikes and body kicks that require the coach to be in close proximity. Without a chest guard, repeated sessions at high intensity lead to bruising and cumulative fatigue for the coach — even with proper pad technique.

What is the difference between a chest protector and a body protector?

A chest protector covers the thoracic region — sternum, ribs, and upper abdomen. A full body protector extends the coverage lower to include the hips and groin. For pad holder or coaching use in boxing and MMA, a chest protector is typically sufficient; full body protectors are more common in point-fighting or karate formats where lower-body targets are scored.

How do I size the F6M chest protector?

S/M suits chest circumferences of approximately 32–40 inches; L/XL suits 40–48 inches. The chest protector should cover from the lower neck to the upper abdomen and sit flat against the torso without gaps on the sides. Try it with the strapping system fitted before your first session and adjust the shoulder straps until the guard feels stable under impact.

What is EVA-LUTION Sheet padding?

EVA-LUTION Sheet is RDX's dense ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam used in flat sheet form within protective equipment. It provides consistent energy absorption across the coverage area — compressing on impact and recovering its shape quickly for the next strike. Combined with the Infused Shock Dispersion Sheet, it creates a layered system that handles both the initial force spread and the residual energy absorption.