Description A solid kick shield for everyday training If you train striking arts — Taekwondo, Karate, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, or MMA — a kick shield like this is probably the most-used piece of equipment in your gym. It’s big enough to take full-power kicks, sturdy enough for knee and elbow strikes, and light enough that the holder can move around during pad work without getting worn out. This black and white training shield from Pacific Sports is a practical, no-fuss option that does the job well at a fair price. It’s the kind of pad you’ll grab every session and not have to think about. Why the size matters At 56cm x 40cm x 11cm, this shield gives you a genuinely large striking surface. That matters for a few reasons: Kickers have a real target to aim at, which makes the training more realistic The holder has less work to do positioning the pad precisely — it’s a bit more forgiving It handles combination work well — kick, knee, kick — without the pad getting moved around too much between strikes The 11cm thickness is enough to absorb a solid kick without jarring the holder’s arms. Thinner pads might save a bit of weight, but you feel it in your joints after a long pad-holding session. What the four handles mean for the holder This is something that’s easy to overlook when you’re buying a kick shield, but the handle setup makes a real difference to how the session goes. There’s a single riveted handle on top, plus three handles across the back. That gives the holder flexibility to present the pad in different positions — flat against the chest for front kicks, angled for roundhouses, raised for head-height targets. You’re not stuck in one position. The riveted construction on the top handle means it’s not going anywhere. Handle failure on a kick shield is usually where cheaper pads fall apart, so that reinforcement is worth noting. Who this shield is suitable for This shield works well across a wide range of training situations: Beginners learning to kick with proper form and power Experienced strikers doing combination work and power training Taekwondo and Karate practitioners working on kicking technique Muay Thai and Kickboxing training that includes knee strikes MMA training for striking combinations that include knees and elbows Fitness classes using martial arts-style pad work It’s also a good shield for training with kids — the large surface is forgiving for developing kickers, and it’s not so heavy that an adult can’t hold it comfortably for an extended session. What it’s not ideal for To be straight with you: this is a mid-range training shield, not a competition-grade pad. If you’re running a full-time professional gym doing multiple heavy sparring sessions a day, you’d be looking at heavier Thai-style shields with more premium construction. It’s also a single-size shield. If you specifically need a compact shield for children holding pads for each other, or a larger Thai-style shield for heavy power work, this might not be the right fit. Construction and materials The shield uses a high-density foam filling. High-density foam matters here because it absorbs repeated impacts without breaking down quickly. Lower-density foam tends to compress over time and lose its shock-absorbing properties — you end up with a flat pad that’s hard on the holder’s arms. The outer covering is durable and handles the kind of regular use you’d expect in a martial arts school or home gym. Care instructions Wipe down with a damp cloth after training. Don’t submerge in water or leave in direct sunlight for extended periods — both will degrade the outer covering faster. Store it flat or standing upright rather than folded or compressed, which can affect the foam over time. Specifications Dimensions: 56cm x 40cm x 11cm Weight: 0.6kg Handles: 1 riveted top handle 3 back handles Filling: High-density foam Colour: Black and White SKU: SHLD1 Price: AUD $75.00 Features at a glance Large striking surface — 56cm x 40cm Suitable for kicks, punches, knees, and elbows Four-handle system for versatile holding positions Riveted top handle for durability High-density foam filling for shock absorption Suitable for all martial arts disciplines Beginner to advanced Lightweight at 0.6kg Free shipping on Australian orders over $150 Frequently Asked Questions Can this shield handle full-power kicks, or is it just for light training? Yes, it handles full-power strikes well. The high-density foam filling and 11cm thickness are there specifically for impact absorption. It’s suitable for everything from beginner kicking practice through to experienced martial artists training with power. Is this shield suitable for knee and elbow strikes, or just kicks and punches? It’s designed for all striking types — punches, kicks, knees, and elbows. The large surface and thick padding make it a good all-round target for Muay Thai, MMA, and Kickboxing training that combines different strikes. How does the holder carry the shield during pad work? There’s a riveted handle on top of the shield and three handles across the back. This gives you multiple grip options so you can present the pad flat, angled, or raised depending on what the kicker is working on. The variety of positions makes pad holding much more practical in a real training session. What martial arts is this shield suitable for? It works well for Taekwondo, Karate, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, MMA, and general martial arts fitness training. Any discipline that involves striking with hands, feet, knees, or elbows will get good use out of this shield. Is it suitable for children to hold, or only adults? Adults can hold this comfortably for extended sessions at 0.6kg. It’s also fine for older children and teens to hold for each other, particularly in a supervised class environment. For very young children holding pads, you might want to look at a smaller shield. Does this come with a carry bag or is it just the shield? Just the shield — no carry bag included. Most people keep their kick shield in a training bag with the rest of their gear. If you’re equipping a class, it’s easy enough to store them flat on a shelf or in a equipment bin.
