Equipment

A number of different training implements are used to teach and practice Viam Chao.

Training Attire
Training attire is typically comfortable athletic clothing, to include shoes. Clothing should not be too loose, and jewelry (body piercings, bracelets, necklaces, and rings) should be removed. The use of a gi is also permissible. Other times, street clothing is worn to practice real-world scenarios. Students may also choose to wear the belt in accordance with their current rank. The belt may be worn with athletic clothing or with a gi.

Sparring Equipment
Sparring is done to practice techniques and concepts, to pressure test material, and to safely improve one's skills. To limit the likelihood of injury, protective equipment is worn.

Common Protective Gear

 * mouth guard
 * hand wraps
 * boxing gloves
 * mma gloves
 * head protector
 * groin protector

Optional Gear

 * rib protector
 * shin guards
 * rash guard

Training Equipment
Various training gear is used to facilitate full-contact strikes and help students practice techniques, combinations, and concepts.
 * focus mitts
 * kicking shield
 * thai pads
 * grappling dummy
 * training knife
 * training baton
 * escrima
 * training handgun

Common Striking Bags and Equipment

 * heavy bag
 * muay thai heavy bag
 * speed bag
 * double-end bag
 * horizontal bag
 * wrecking ball
 * teardrop bag
 * free-standing bag

Other Equipment

 * agility ladder