Elevate

In short: Elevate is a budget brand with the best value for money for beginners and recreational athletes. The 'Prime' boxing gloves from €39.95 are available in 10, 12, 14 and 16 oz, the Prime head guard from €24.95 in S/M and L/XL. The product range includes everything from boxing gloves and MMA gloves to Muay Thai shorts, focus mitts and mouthguards.

Which Elevate equipment for which sport

Elevate offers a wide range of martial arts equipment for various disciplines. For boxing and kickboxing you'll find boxing gloves in 10, 12, 14 and 16 oz, along with matching hand wraps in 250, 350 and 450 cm length as well as focus mitts for pad training. For Muay Thai the brand complements the range with special Muay Thai shorts in various colours and shin guards. MMA athletes will find both MMA gloves and MMA sparring gloves in 4, 6 and 8 oz. The Prime mouthguard is suitable for all martial arts and is available in versions for children up to 11 years and adults from 11 years.

Choosing the right sizes and weights

For boxing gloves: 10 oz are suitable for lighter athletes and fast pad work, 12 oz are the standard for women and light men for sparring, 14 oz fit most male beginners, and 16 oz offer maximum protection for heavier athletes or intense sparring. Head guards come in S/M and L/XL – measure your head circumference to find the right fit. MMA gloves are significantly lighter: 4 oz for competition, 6 oz as an all-rounder for training and light sparring, 8 oz for MMA sparring with more padding. For hand wraps, 250 cm are suitable for children, 350 cm are the standard for most adults, and 450 cm offer extra protection for large hands or if you prefer more wraps. Muay Thai shorts are available in S, M, L, XL and XXL.

What level is Elevate suitable for

Elevate is clearly aimed at beginners and recreational athletes looking for solid equipment at an accessible price. Prices start at €7.45 for smaller items like mouthguards and go up to €89.95 for more comprehensive products. For beginners taking their first steps in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai or MMA, the brand offers everything needed to get started. Hobby athletes who train regularly but not at competition level will also find good value for money here. However, if you train intensively several times a week or compete, you should invest in higher-quality brands designed for durability and professional requirements.

At a glance

• Elevate Prime boxing gloves: from €39.95, for beginners and recreational athletes, in 10, 12, 14 and 16 oz
• Elevate Prime head guard: from €24.95, for beginners, in S/M and L/XL
• Elevate Prime MMA gloves: for beginners, in 4, 6 and 8 oz
• Elevate Prime hand wraps: for beginners and recreational athletes, in 250, 350 and 450 cm
• Elevate Prime Muay Thai shorts: for beginners, in S, M, L, XL and XXL
• Elevate Prime mouthguard: from €7.45, for beginners, for children up to 11 years and adults from 11 years

What our customers choose

The best-selling product is the Elevate Prime boxing gloves in White/Black, followed by the Elevate Prime hand wraps in Black in second place and the Elevate Prime shin guards in Black/White in third place. For sizes, around 15 per cent choose M and around 12 per cent choose L.

Our recommendation by budget

For beginners and recreational athletes on a limited budget, Elevate is the right choice. The brand offers the best value for money in this price range. The Prime boxing gloves from €39.95 and the Prime head guard from €24.95 cover the most important needs for getting started with training. You get functional equipment that's sufficient for your first months to years in martial arts, without investing too much.

Frequently asked questions

Which Elevate equipment is the best choice?

For beginners in boxing or kickboxing, the Elevate Prime boxing gloves from €39.95 are the best choice. They offer solid quality at the lowest price and are available in all common weights from 10 to 16 oz. Combine them with the Prime hand wraps for optimal wrist protection. For MMA beginners, the Prime MMA gloves in 6 oz are a good all-rounder for training and light sparring.

What size Elevate boxing gloves for beginners?

As a beginner, choose 12 oz if you're a woman or weigh under 70 kg, 14 oz for most men between 70 and 85 kg, and 16 oz if you weigh over 85 kg or do a lot of sparring. The higher weight offers more padding and protects you and your training partner better. For pure pad work you can go one size lighter to work faster.

Do I need different gloves for different martial arts with Elevate?

Yes, the glove types differ significantly. Boxing gloves with 10 to 16 oz are designed for boxing, kickboxing and Muay Thai and have plenty of padding for sparring and pad training. MMA gloves with 4 to 8 oz have open fingers for grips and submissions and significantly less padding. You cannot use the same gloves for both disciplines, as the construction and function are completely different.

Last updated: September 2026