Children's Clothing for Running and Athletics

Technical materials, even for kids

A child running sweats as much as an adult, relative to their size. The technical polyester t-shirts and vests, like the Craft Community, the Jako Run, or the Erima Racing, wick away sweat and dry in a matter of minutes, whereas a cotton t-shirt stays wet and cools the child down when they stop. Flat seams prevent chafing under the arms during long sessions.

Shorts, tights or capri pants

The lightweight shorts, like the Nike Stride, the Joma Olimpia, or the Errea Blast, are suitable for the track and sunny days. The tight-fitting and short tights, like the Joma Elite, reduce friction between the thighs and can be worn alone or under shorts. The capri pants, which stop below the knee like the Erima Performance, and the winter leggings, like the Erima Winter Performance, keep the legs warm for cross-country events from November to February.

Winter layers and accessories

For cross-country and winter, layer a technical t-shirt, a lightweight vest like the Newline Core, then a thin beanie, like the Mizuno Pro Beanie, to be removed once the child is warmed up. The sports bra, like the Endurance Civita, is suitable for girls as soon as their chest develops. The reversible pinnies, like the Errea Chicago, are used for team games and relays during training. Sizes should be chosen based on the child's current stature, with a little extra room for growth, and the technical fabrics should be washed at 30 degrees without fabric softener.

The rest of junior running

Young runners can also find their running shoes, trail shoes, and selections from adidas, Asics, Puma, Under Armour, on the junior page.

New arrivals and great deals

The new arrivals showcase the latest releases, the promos feature discounted items, and items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and dispatched within a day. The good deals, the clearance, the sales, and the Black Friday all have their running page.

Frequently asked questions

Why avoid cotton for a child who runs?

Cotton absorbs sweat and holds it against the skin: when stopping, the child cools down quickly. A technical polyester t-shirt, like the Craft Community or the Jako Run, wicks away moisture and dries in minutes.

What outfit for the school cross-country in winter?

A pair of tights or leggings, a long-sleeved technical top, and a lightweight waterproof jacket are enough, along with a beanie and thin gloves. The child should feel a little cold at the start: they warm up after the first few hundred metres.

How to choose the size of running clothing for children?

Choose the size that matches their current stature rather than a size up: an overly large technical top chafes and wicks sweat less effectively, and shorts that are too big can slip and hinder their stride.

Is a tracksuit necessary for athletics club?

It is very useful for warming up and waiting between races when the child cools down. Team ranges from Erima, Joma, or Jako are available in children's sizes and are often selected by clubs.

How to wash a child's technical clothing?

Wash at thirty degrees and without fabric softener, which clogs the fibres and hinders moisture wicking. Turn them inside out to protect prints and air dry them: they dry quickly, and the tumble dryer can damage elastane.