A coach who absorbs their students' strikes all day long needs a serious chest protector. RDX chest and body protectors shield the torso, ribs and solar plexus during guided sparring and body work – for the coach as well as for the athlete in competition. Shipped across Switzerland with DPD, delivered in 2 to 3 working days.
RDXSports.ch is the official RDX Sports store for Switzerland. Authentic models, Swiss warranty, support in FR/DE/EN.
Which protector for which use?
Coach: standard protection for regular sessions → F6 KARA Coach Chest Protector – designed specifically for coaches who hold mitts and take body shots. Maya Hide Leather, open-sided cut for mobility.
Athlete: sparring & amateur competition → Chest Guard Aura Plus T-17 – full body protector, approved for training and competition, protects ribs and solar plexus.
Serious sparring / advanced club → T15 Noir Body Protector – premium matte black finish, high-end multi-layer padding, maximum protection for intense sparring.
Professional coach / intensive daily use → L1 Mark Pro Body Protector – genuine leather, multi-density foam, the premium protector for coaches who work 3+ hours a day.
Athlete body protector vs coach chest protector: what is the difference?
Athlete body protector
Designed to absorb body shots in sparring – full torso + rib coverage. Often approved for competition. The athlete wears it to take the opponent's strikes.
Coach chest protector
More mobile cut (open at the sides), comfortable for extended wear, protection focused on the solar plexus and front ribs. The coach wears it to hold mitts for hours without fatigue.
Our advice
If you are a coach holding mitts: F6 KARA or L1 Mark Pro. If you are an athlete who spars: Aura Plus T-17 or T15 Noir.
What a chest protector actually protects
Solar plexus
The most sensitive area. An unprotected shot to the solar plexus can knock the wind out of you and end a session. Plexus protection is non-negotiable once body shots are frequent.
Floating ribs
The lower ribs are the most exposed to uppercuts and body hooks. Multi-layer protectors such as the T15 Noir and the Mark Pro cover them completely.
Sternum
A hard area, but painful under repeated impact. In daily sparring, a good protector prevents trauma from building up.
Why buy from RDXSports.ch?
RDX chest protectors are available in Switzerland from several retailers, including Decathlon and Galaxus. On the brand's official store:
All 4 available models – from the coach chest protector to the leather Mark Pro body protector, the full range here.
Usage advice – coach or athlete, sparring intensity, level of the gym: we steer you to the right model.
Swiss warranty handled locally in FR/DE/EN.
Free DPD delivery from CHF 100, same-day dispatch for orders before 12 noon.
Not legally, but strongly recommended as soon as sparring includes body shots. In serious clubs, coaches and athletes wear at least a head guard + mouthguard + groin guard + chest protector. Without a chest protector, repeated body shots cause cumulative micro-trauma.
Should a coach replace their chest protector regularly?
With daily use (5 sessions a week), expect 3 to 5 years for a mid-range model. The sign of wear: the foam no longer springs back and the protector "flattens" under strikes. A leather Mark Pro lasts significantly longer.
Is the Chest Guard Aura Plus T-17 approved for competition?
It is designed for training and for competitions compatible with the RDX T-17 system. For official competition (Swiss Boxing, WAKO), always check the list of approved equipment with the organiser – rules vary by federation.
Can it be used in MMA and kickboxing?
Yes. A body protector is universal across contact disciplines. In Muay Thai and MMA, it also protects against knees and body kicks. Make sure the protector covers the side ribs well – angled strikes from the side are common in Muay Thai.
Strike and absorb in safety. 4 models below, from the coach chest protector to the Mark Pro body protector.
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