{"title":"WKF Body Protectors","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWKF approved body protectors\u003c\/strong\u003e are essential for safe and compliant \u003cstrong\u003ekarate kumite  competition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed to meet \u003cstrong\u003eWorld Karate Federation (WKF)\u003c\/strong\u003e standards, these protectors help reduce impact and minimise the risk of injury without restricting movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock premium \u003cstrong\u003eWKF body protectors\u003c\/strong\u003e from trusted brands such as \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/budo-nord\" title=\"Budo nord - wkf approved products - martial arts supplies\" aria-label=\"Budo nord - wkf approved products - martial arts supplies\"\u003eBudo-Nord\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hayashi\" title=\"Hayashi karate gi’s and wkf approved gear - masa australia\" aria-label=\"Hayashi karate gi’s and wkf approved gear - masa australia\"\u003eHayashi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e known for their lightweight design, durability and competition-ready performance. Developed in line with WKF requirements, these protectors are widely used in both training and official tournaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a lightweight and flexible construction, \u003cstrong\u003eWKF body protectors\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed to dampen and distribute impact across a wider area, helping reduce the risk of rib injuries while allowing fast, unrestricted movement during sparring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorn underneath the gi like a vest, each \u003cstrong\u003eWKF approved body protector\u003c\/strong\u003e includes adjustable straps for a secure and personalised fit. The design ensures comfort and stability, even during intense kumite sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur range also includes \u003cstrong\u003eWKF approved body protection for women\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for comfort, breathability and freedom of movement. These protectors must be paired with a \u003cstrong\u003eWKF approved female chest guard\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esports bra\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure proper protection and compliance during competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrusted by karate practitioners across Australia and New Zealand, our WKF body protectors are suitable for both competition and everyday training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop our range of \u003cstrong\u003eWKF approved body protectors\u003c\/strong\u003e today and train with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hayashi-wkf-approved-body-protector","title":"Hayashi WKF Approved Body Protector","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ctl00_plcMid_lDescrShort\"\u003eHayashi WKF approved Body Protector for Kumite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ctl00_plcMid_lDescrShort\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"fbPhotoSnowliftCaption\" class=\"fbPhotosPhotoCaption\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hasCaption\"\u003eThe new shape Hayashi WKF approved body protector is cut off shorter so the bottom doesn't ride up under the belt for a better fit and feel whilst competing. Hayashi are leading the market with this innovative design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"fbPhotoSnowliftCaption\" class=\"fbPhotosPhotoCaption\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hasCaption\"\u003eRestricting the impacts on manoeuvrability giving you the best option at success \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e** New images added to the gallery, highlighting the effectiveness the new shape from Hayashi offers**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWearing a Body Protector became mandatory in all WKF tournaments from 2012 for all competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has also been carried to all Australian level competitions that compete to WKF rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis WKF approved Chest guard has been especially designed according to WKF Sport Commission\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChest guards must be used by every competitor in all kumite categories within Australia (individual or team)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chest guard is thin and light weight in design, the WKF approved Chest guard is worn under the Gi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is minimal restriction of movement for kicks and punches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest guard actively absorbs and distributes the force impact of kicks and punches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNow in Extra Small for our up and coming young athletes!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe World Karate Federation have confirmed that no specification changes are being made to WKF approved equipment from the 2012-2015 term so the 2016-2019 products will be the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result of this the WKF approved protections (2012-2015) will also be valid for use during the 2016-2019 term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hayashi","offers":[{"title":"Extra Large","offer_id":44799799558466,"sku":"358-1XL","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":44799799591234,"sku":"358-1L","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":44799799624002,"sku":"358-1M","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small","offer_id":44799799656770,"sku":"358-1S","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Extra Small","offer_id":44799799689538,"sku":"358-1XS","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/9715\/9746\/files\/hayashi-wkf-approved-body-protector-674.webp?v=1726461469"},{"product_id":"wkf-female-chest-guard","title":"Hayashi WKF Female Chest Guard","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHayashi WKF Female Chest Guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWKF Female Chest Guard from Hayashi. With the “Maxi” chest protector, you are not just at the competition level. 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