Your first No-Gi class has enough surprises. What you wear should not be one of them. Here is exactly what to get - and what not to buy until you have been training for a month.

BJJ beginner in white TEAMBLADI rashguard stepping onto dark training mats for the first time – cinematic gym atmosphere

The minimum kit for day one

You need two things to train No-Gi:

1. A rashguard. Non-negotiable. It manages sweat, protects your skin from mat friction and keeps mat hygiene in check for you and your training partners. Short sleeve is the simplest starting point - full shoulder mobility, easy to layer if needed. See our BJJ Rashguards from €49.99 - the Senshi White is a clean, versatile choice for beginners.

2. Grappling shorts. No pockets, no zips - a secure waistband and freedom of movement. These are specifically designed for grappling: they will not bunch, catch fingers or lose their waistband during a scramble. See Grappling Shorts from €54.99.

With those two items, you can walk into your first No-Gi class ready to train. Everything else is an upgrade, not a requirement.

The fast route: A matched No-Gi set (rashguard + shorts in one colour) is more economical than buying separately and looks sharp from session one. See the Senshi White No-Gi Set for €94.99 — both pieces, perfectly matched.

Close-up of white TEAMBLADI rashguard on athlete – sublimated TEAMBLADI branding and flatlock stitching detail

What to add after the first month

Spats. Compression leggings that go under your shorts. They protect your skin from mat bacteria and keep your legs warm between rounds. If your gym is cold or you are rolling five days a week, add these sooner rather than later. See BJJ Spats from €39.99.

A second rashguard. Train more than three times a week and a single rashguard never fully dries between sessions. Two rashguards rotate cleanly. The smell difference alone is worth it.

What beginners overspend on

Long sleeve rashguards before trying short sleeve. Short is usually better to start.
Multiple sets immediately before knowing what you actually want. One solid set first, expand once you are training consistently.
Full Gi setup and accessories all at once before you know if No-Gi is for you. Start with the rashguard and shorts. Buy the rest after your first month.

Two BJJ training partners drilling technique in white TEAMBLADI rashguards – No-Gi beginner training atmosphere

Senshi White No-Gi Competition Set – TEAMBLADI IBJJF legal rashguard and grappling shorts

Senshi White No-Gi Set — The Starter Kit

Rashguard + Grappling Shorts, matched. IBJJF-legal. €94.99

Clean white design, ready for the mat. Ships from Vienna in 2-4 days.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I train No-Gi in a regular t-shirt?

Most academies do not allow it. A regular t-shirt becomes heavy with sweat, creates gripping opportunities for training partners and has sleeves that bunch and cause friction. A rashguard is a technical piece of gear with a specific job.

How many rashguards does a beginner need?

One is enough to start. If you are training three or more times a week, two is more practical - one wears while the other dries. Wash in cold water and hang dry after every session.

Do I need to match my belt colour as a beginner?

For regular academy training, no - most gyms do not enforce belt colour matching outside competition. For IBJJF tournaments, yes. Buy in your belt colour if you plan to compete.

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