Gymnastics is a sport performed by athletes in the gym for only a few minutes, but behind every routine are months of hard work and even years of training.
From hours of training, repetition of movements, corrections, stretching, falls, improvements and more hours of training in order to do even the smallest improvement the next day, athletes want to be able to focus on their routine when they finally get to go on the mat to perform. They don’t want to have to worry about whether their costume is going to be okay or not.
Hence why a gymnastics costume is something important to note when it comes to gym wear!
In addition to allowing for all movements, the gymnastics costume must feel soft on the skin, not irritate, fit well and be durable enough for many training sessions as well as for competitions. For children and teenagers, it must above all make them feel confident.
The Growing Need for Quality Gymnastics Wear in India
With growing popularity of gymnastics, along with many other performance and sports, in India there is a growing demand for gym gear, or performance wear, that can be relied upon for practice and performance.
So, parents of gymnasts and even gymnasts themselves will have to make several choices: fit, material, design, availability and price. Most of the gymnastics costumes available worldwide are imported, which often can be too expensive for athletes from different parts of the world.
Jersey007 can cater to athletes and their parents worldwide, including India, offering a wide range of Kids Gymnastics Costumes in India and other Gymnastics Costumes in India for Girls. Our range of Gymnastics Wear in India includes Gymnastics Costumes in India for Girls and Boys of all ages. We cater to Gymnasts competing in local and international competitions and therefore provide quality costumes to all athletes globally.
Our main focus at Jersey007 is at creating performance sportswear which incorporates style and comfort in every product that we create for athletes to wear during training as well as for competition wear.
Its range includes options such as:
- Gymnastics costumes in India
- Kids gymnastics costumes
- Custom gymnastics costumes
- Rhythmic gymnastics dresses
- Gymnastics wear in India
- Girls unitards for gymnastics
- Performance sportswear
- Yoga performance wear
Why Does the Right Gymnastics Costume Matter?
A gymnastics costume becomes part of every movement. An athlete performs gymnastics moves like stretch, jump, turn, flip, landing, balance etc. performing a routine several times. Every move is performed in a stretch position. But an uncomfortable, restrictive or moving costume can be a distraction to the athlete.
Poorly fitted or unsuitable clothing may lead to:
- Skin irritation
- Restricted movement
- Constant adjustments
- Discomfort during training
- Reduced confidence
On the other hand, a good costume will not move while the athlete is practicing his or her routines. The costume should be so comfortable that the athlete can focus on his or her movements. For young gymnasts, learning a new skill can be stressful enough, so you want them to be as confident as possible when training in their practice wear.
Designed Around Movement
Gymnasts don't only wear their costumes for competition. Most importantly, they train! Therefore, practice clothing should be designed with similar consideration to competition clothing.
When choosing gymnastics leotards in India or girls unitards for gymnastics, look for features such as:
- Comfortable stretch
- Soft inner finishes
- Breathable materials
- Secure construction
- Reliable stitching
- Durable finishing
This means that the fabric needs to move with the body. It should not pull or restrict the athlete in any way.
Whether your little gymnast is practicing her split, her backflip, her floor routine or getting ready for her competition, her practice clothing should support her.
Custom Gymnastics Costumes: Designed Around the Athlete
No two athletes are exactly alike. The athlete is of different body proportions, age, discipline, training level, of different teams and with different requirements and preferences. One of the key reasons for Custom Gymnastics Costumes in India is because they can be designed as per the athlete’s requirement.
Custom designs can be created for disciplines such as:
- Artistic gymnastics
- Rhythmic gymnastics
- Aerobics
- Acrobatics
- Yoga and performance activities
Depending on the requirement, customisation may involve:
- Colour selection
- Design direction
- Fabric
- Size and fit
- Detailing and embellishments
Customised costumes for teams can create a cohesive visual identity and allow each athlete to feel that they have a costume made for their individual performance.
Made in India, Made for the Needs of Athletes Access matters.
Athletes, parents and teams based in India can now discuss sizing, custom requirements, colors and delivery dates for performance wear within the country.
This will also allow Indian brands to see the athlete’s needs while designing to perform for them.
Jersey007’s approach to Gymnastics wear in India is Performance, Comfort and Design all put together for the athlete’s needs within India.
Don’t get misled by the simple word “costume” . What we are trying to make are pieces of performance-wear that we understand will be used in certain ways by athletes.
The People Behind the Brand
Performance-wear brands are made by a lot of people.
Anu Sharma is one of the key people to have helped to shape Jersey007 into the innovative brand for Gymnastics and Performance Apparel that it is today.
This is how Anu perceives sportswear. It should support the athlete in his/her movements and help him/her gain confidence while playing.
Each of the people involved in the design of the garments are equally important in ensuring that the end product is of the highest quality. The Designer creates the designs, the Stitcher puts the designs together, the Finisher gives the
garment the final touches and the Quality Checker checks that everything is perfect for the athlete.
Supporting Athletes at Different Stages
Not every gymnast has the same journey.
Whether your child is at the very beginning of his/her gymnastics journey or is a more advanced gymnast competing at school, academy, state or even country level, we have catered to their every need.
Jersey007, Gymnastics apparel for the different stages of gymnasts from beginners to full time competitors, in schools, academies, states or countries.
Jersey007 offers a variety of Gymnastics Costumes for kids of all ages, including:
- Kids gymnastics costumes
- Gymnastics leotards
- Rhythmic gymnastics dresses
- Girls unitards
- Custom gymnastics costumes
- Performance sportswear
A comfort fit is generally the priority for the young gymnast, whereas the more advanced competitive gymnast requires consideration of fit, design, fabric and performance.
Ultimately, good performance wear is able to be modified in order to accommodate these differences.
What Should Parents Look for in a Gymnastics Costume?
This is very important so the initial interest with the design does not override more important aspects that will affect the young gymnast.
Here are a few practical things to check.
Fit
The costume should fit comfortably on the gymnast without being too tight. A costume that is too loose could move around while the gymnast is performing different skills.
Fabric
Look for a garment made of a soft material that will allow for comfortable movement.
Stretch
A good amount of stretch is important in gymnastics because of all the different movements that gymnasts do.
Construction
Check the quality of the stitching, seams, collar, hem etc. and generally how the costume has been made. If it is going to be worn frequently then it needs to be well made.
Purpose
For training wear and for competition wear there are different demands which you have to follow.
Design
For competitions and performances, also the design of the costume is important. It should support the athlete and the routine, without restricting his or her movements.
Why Quality Becomes More Important Over Time The gymnastics costume is subject to stretching, washing, wearing and moving. Quality is not just about how something looks when it is brand new. For regular use, parents and athletes should consider:
- Comfortable fit
- Reliable stretch
- Skin-friendly fabric
- Durable stitching
- Shape retention
- Practical construction
- Thoughtful design
It should still be comfortable for the athlete after many uses.
More Than Just a Costume
Whether it is a late night session at the gym, or an early morning practice on the training floor, there is a particular point in time where the athlete’s hard work and dedication is put to the test.
A difficult movement is finally mastered. A routine that once seemed impossible to master is slowly but surely learned by the gymnast. The young gymnast finally walks onto the competition floor filled with confidence and the knowledge that all the long hours of practice have finally paid off.
Performance wear becomes part of that journey.
It doesn’t create the skill of a gymnast, the athlete does it with his/her hard work and discipline in training.
When a costume feels right on an athlete it means one less thing for them to worry about during their performance.
That is where good performance wear earns its place.
Final Thoughts
A high-quality gymnastics costume should do more than complete a look.
Support the athlete’s movement; provide comfort; stay in place; give the athlete confidence in their performance.
Whether you are looking for a kids gymnastics costume or gymnastics leotard, girls unitard, rhythmic gymnastics dress or even custom gymnastics costume in India focus on the athlete first!
Think about the discipline of a gymnast, the level of activity, the fit, the fabric and how you will use the costume.
At Jersey007 we design performance wear that is comfortable, considered and designed to make the most of the athlete.
