Short answer: Muay Thai is safe when taught progressively—start with technique and light partner drills; wear mouthguard, hand wraps, and shin guards for sparring or contact drills. Coaches enforce tapping, controlled contact, and safety rules for beginners.
Details: For your first few classes you likely won’t spar; loaner gear is often available. If you plan to spar, invest in a good mouthguard, cloth hand wraps, 16–18 oz gloves for beginners, and shin guards for protection. Tell instructors about any injuries beforehand.
