🥋 Complete Gear Guide for Pangration – Rules, Techniques, and Required Equipment

Pangration is one of the oldest martial arts in history, dating back to Ancient Greece. In its modern form, it combines striking and grappling in a dynamic, complete combat system. 

Whether you're training or competing, proper gear is essential. Here’s what you need to know:

📜 1. Key Rules in Modern Pangration

• Punches, kicks, elbows, knees, along with takedowns and submissions, are allowed
  
  

• Matches take place in rings, mats, or designated combat zones
  
  

• Full protective gear is required, especially for youth divisions
  
  

🥋 2. Essential Pangration Equipment

1. Official Uniform

• A Pangration gi – shorter than judo or BJJ uniforms
  
  

• Can be worn with long or short pants
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2. Pangration Gloves

• MMA-style gloves with open fingers
  
  

• Allows easy switch between striking and grappling
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3. Protective Gear

• Groin guard and mouthguard (mandatory)
  
  

• Lightweight shin guards
  
  

• Headgear with jaw protection (especially for juniors)
  
  

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🧠 3. Pangration Techniques – Ancient Roots, Modern Flow

• Controlled strikes + clinch work
  
  

• Takedowns inspired by Greco-Roman wrestling
  
  

• Submission holds similar to modern grappling (BJJ)
  
  

❓ FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Pangration an official sport in Romania?
Yes – it is practiced and regulated by national and international federations.

2. Can children practice Pangration?
Absolutely. Junior divisions exist with modified rules and full protection.

3. Are special gloves required?
Yes – MMA-type gloves are standard, with specific models for Pangration.

4. What makes Pangration different from MMA?
It emphasizes tradition, ethics, and control alongside combat effectiveness.

5. Can I reuse gear from other combat sports?
Partially – but Pangration-specific gear ensures mobility and compliance with rules.

🛒 Ready to compete like a modern warrior?

Gear up with official Pangration training and competition essentials:
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