What Is the Best Punchbag for Kids?
Have you enrolled your child in boxing classes, hoping they will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, and Nicola Adams? If so, good for you.
Boxing is a fantastic form of exercise with many benefits for young people. It teaches them discipline and self-defence and boosts their confidence. The combat sport also helps children build a healthier body and become more aware of their surroundings. Boxing even improves the child’s cognitive functions and strength and reduces aggressive behaviour.
So, it is a truly empowering sport, which is amazing for improving children’s physical health and mental well-being.
You may be wondering the answer to the question ‘what is the best punchbag for kids?’ Well, we will outline in this article everything you need to know.
What is the best punchbag for kids?
At Sports Maxx, we sell kids’ punch bags to help your young ones navigate the world of boxing professionally, resulting in creating match-winning stars of the future.
Our junior boxing equipment is super child-friendly because we understand that a sustained injury could end a career before it even starts.
Younger boxing fighters also need equipment that is reflective of their weight and strength, which our junior collection offers.
Junior Punch Bag
Our Junior Punch Bag comes in black & gold, black & green, black & white, black & pink, and black & red. Weighing approximately 12kg, it is a durable rex leather punch bag. The bag is 32” in height, including straps.
Ideal for kicking and punching, the bag improves punching power and hand speed, improving upper-body strength and muscle building. You can make the punch bag lighter or heavier by adding a lighter or denser filling.
You can buy the punch bag on its own, or with a heavy-duty wall bracket, or hook. You can also buy our sophisticated matching boxing gloves as an optional extra: choose from either 6oz gloves or 8oz gloves.
Kids Junior Free Standing Boxing Set
Our Kids Junior Free Standing Boxing Set comes with gloves and a punching bag which is adjustable up to 4 feet. This freestanding punch bag is a great training partner for developing punching, kicking and sparring skills. The bag comes in black, black & green, or black & red.
The base is ultra-stable and can be filled with wet sand. Regularly using this boxing set will enhance your child’s cardiovascular health and improve their hand-eye coordination and body composition.
Amazingly, this boxing set is suitable for children aged 3 and over, so it is a wonderful gift for birthdays or Christmas.
Maxx Junior Punch Bag Set
Our Maxx Junior Punchbag Set comes with a 25” high punch bag and can be purchased with gloves only, gloves and a bracket, or gloves and a hook.
The punch bag is prefilled and has a Zip top, made from top-quality Rexion leather- this is the same quality as our larger bags.
It is an excellent starter set without compromising on quality. You can buy the gloves in sizes 4oz, 6oz and 8oz.
Maxx Kids Junior Free Standing Boxing Training Set
Our Maxx Kids Junior Free Standing Boxing Set is a high-quality free-standing punch bag that is adjustable up to 4 feet. It comes with bag mitts, making it ideal for developing punching, kicking and sparring skills.
This exclusive boxing set comes in black, black & gold, black & red, and black & white. An excellent choice for boxing and MMA training, this piece of equipment has earned its popularity with customers in the UK, USA & Europe.
How do I secure my kid’s punch bag?
At Sports Maxx, we sell accessories to help you secure your child’s punch bag so that they can hit and kick to their heart’s content, without you worrying that the bag will fall off and potentially injure your child. These accessories can also be used for securing adult punch bags.
Maxx Pro Double End Floor Anchor System For Punch Bags
Our floor anchor system allows you to secure punch bags to the floor in just a moment. The secure connecting fittings and reinforced closure allow a swinging punch bag to be tethered firmly, to act as a steadied target for a range of training needs.
The anchor system includes a zip tie and reinforced closure, which prevents the filling from coming loose, no matter how hard you are using the attached punch bag. It is designed for maximum swing retention for target practice when a stabilised target is needed.
To make your life easier, the anchor system is delivered empty, so that you can fill it with your desired material, depending on your (or your child’s) weight class.
The anchor system comes with a secure fastening metal clip to connect and remove punching bags easily. The product is available in black, black & red, and black & white.
Maxx Wall Mount Striking Punch Bag Punch Pad
If you do not have enough space in your home to put a bag stand or free-standing bag for your child, we have got you covered. Our Maxx Wall Mounted Punch Bag Punch Pad is mounted to the wall using the fittings supplied, via strongly reinforced rivets. The fixing screws are supplied.
It is a specialist piece that is used for close boxing skills, especially elbow strikes. The highly visible face and chin target areas allow for precise technical training. This makes it the best training partner for young boxers looking to train at a professional level.
Maxx Wall Mount Striking Punch Bag Boxing Pad
We sell another wall pad called the Maxx Wall Mount Striking Boxing Pad. It comes with a steel frame, which is mounted to the wall, with fixing screws also included.
This piece of equipment is designed for improving hooks, jabs and uppercut techniques. This wall pad has the additional benefit of high-visibility target areas.
Perfect for those with minimal space in their homes for a free-standing punch bag or bag stand, you can still get a boxing workout with our wall pad, using no space at all. This wall pad is fantastic for practising close boxing skills, such as elbow strikes. You will be training at a professional level in no time.
What size punch bag should I get for my child?
A good size for your child’s punch bag is 2 feet (24 inches) or over.
It is better to buy a punching bag from a sports retailer which is specially designed for little hands.
Watch out for toy boxing sets and inflatable punch bags with cartoon characters on them, which are sold by toy shops. These punch bags may slide around when your child hits them, plus they may not provide adequate protection for your child’s hands and body.
How heavy should a kids’ punching bag be?
As a rule of thumb, follow the basic guidelines below to choose the right size heavy punch bag:
- Our Kids Free Standing Punch Bag can be used for kids aged 3+
- 12kg: best for young children, who are beginners to boxing
- 18kg: optimal for youth boxers
- 30kg: designed for teenagers and beginners
- 45kgs: suitable for intermediate boxers
Can a child use an adult punch bag?
No, not all adult punch bags are safe for children to use.
Children are more likely to use the incorrect form when they are punching and kicking, so they could injure themselves badly if they attempt to hit a bag that is too heavy for them.
Always buy a junior-size punch bag that is specially designed for children, as they are safer to use.
What should I look for when buying a punchbag for my child?
- Consider the age of your child. A mini punch bag for a 6-year-old will be unsuitable for a teenager.
- Your child’s punch bag should be sturdy and hold up well.
- You want your punch bag to last years, if possible, so plan ahead and choose a punching bag that your child can keep using as they grow older.
- Don’t forget to secure the punch bag with a wall bracket or ceiling hook. The punch bag should not swing around when your child hits it with as much force as they can master.
What size boxing gloves should I get for my child?
At Sports Maxx, we have a basic guide for boxing glove sizing:
- 4oz – younger children
- 6oz – ideal for children, 9-12yrs
- 8oz – a starter size for women & teenagers
- 10oz – a starter size for men; second size for women; commonly used for competition
- 12oz – starter size for men
- 14oz – good for sparring; used for practice; helps with getting used to heavy-weight
- 16oz – used by experienced or heavy-weight boxers
The weight of the gloves is increased by putting more padding into them at the manufacturing stage. If you are going to go full onto your opponent then the heavier gloves will give more protection.
Buy the gloves that are right for you, or as advised by your instructor (if you have one). Also, make sure you choose the correct ones for your competition – your trainer should let you know.
How can I keep my child safe when they are boxing?
- Never allow your child to use an adult punch bag when they are boxing. Give them a junior punch bag instead. Once your child reaches around 14 years old and they have amassed more boxing knowledge, then they can progress to an adult punch bag, provided they can do so safely.
- Always supervise your young child when they are boxing, or rely on a boxing instructor to do so.
- Never allow your child to hit a punchbag with bare fists. Make sure they always wear boxing gloves, which are the correct size for their hands.
- Equip your child with the correct protective gear. Wearing headgear, hand wraps, arm pads, and shin pads greatly reduce the risk of cuts, bruises and injuries.
- Ensure your child takes rest breaks and stops boxing when they get tired. Make sure they do not overtrain, as too much exercise could lead to exhaustion, injuries and stress fractures.
- Make sure your child drinks plenty of water throughout and after their boxing training session.
- If you have a dedicated boxing space in your house, remove any hazards in the environment before your child starts boxing. E.g. your child could trip over skipping ropes on the floor. Or the punch bag could swing and accidentally smash into a glass cabinet.
Get in touch for our best punchbag for kids
We hope we have provided the answers to your question ‘what is the best punchbag for kids?’
A family-run business established in 2000, Sports Maxx is the UK’s top boxing equipment supplier. Find out more about Sports Maxx by visiting our website here.
To browse our collection of kids’ punch bags, visit our webpage here.
We sell a variety of products for your training needs, from adult punch bags, boxing gloves and hand wraps, to Speedballs and protective gear.
