Gi (martial arts uniform)
A durable jacket-and-trouser uniform worn in several grappling and striking martial arts.
Overview
A gi is a traditional martial arts uniform made up of a heavy cotton jacket, drawstring trousers and a belt that is often used to show rank. The sturdy fabric is built to withstand pulling and gripping during training.
Gis are worn in arts such as judo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and karate, though the exact cut and weight vary between them to suit each art’s style of movement.
Good to know
- The belt often indicates the wearer’s rank.
- Heavy fabric withstands gripping and pulling.
- Cut and weight differ between judo, jiu-jitsu and karate.
Where it’s used
Sports that use gi (martial arts uniform):
Judo
A grappling martial art based on throws, holds and control, practised on mats with a partner.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
A ground-focused grappling art that uses leverage, position and technique to control a partner.
Karate
A striking martial art of punches, kicks and forms, structured around steady progression for all ages.
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