Sportswear Guidance
Here to help you action change in your community
Developed in collaboration with leading organisations and focus groups specialising in various areas of inclusivity, the Inclusive Sportswear Guidance ensures that the recommendations are informed by diverse perspectives and real-world experiences.
We want to make it EASY to understand the most important aspects of kit inclusion, so The Inclusive Sportswear Guidance is engaging and accessible.
In each specific section, the Inclusive Sportswear Guidance provides:
Choice & Comfort
This section provides guidance on why it is so important to support individuals to choose clothing that makes them feel confident and comfortable while participating in sports. This includes why policy should offer a range of sportswear options that cater to individual preferences, body types, and comfort needs, placing participation, performance, enjoyment and belonging in sport first.
Race & Ethnicity
The guidance addresses the specific needs and considerations for individuals from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. It provides recommendations on how to create sportswear and sports kit policy that is culturally sensitive, inclusive, and celebrates diversity.
Religion & Belief
This section offers guidance on accommodating the sportswear and sports kit policy needs of individuals with different religious beliefs and practices. It includes recommendations on modest sportswear options, head coverings, and other religious accommodations.
Female Bodies, Women & Girls
The guidance provides specific recommendations for creating sportswear and sports kit policy that is designed for the unique needs and preferences of female bodies, women, and girls. It addresses issues such as appropriate fit, support, and style options. There is also comprehensive guidance on the sports kit support needed for female bodies, such as menstruation, breast health and sports bras, and life-stages of girls and women such as puberty, pregnancy and menopause.
Male Bodies, Men & Boys
This section offers guidance on sports kit policy that meets the needs and preferences of male bodies, men, and boys. It includes recommendations on fit, comfort, and style options that cater to the diverse needs of male athletes.
Gender Diversity & Expression
The guidance provides recommendations on creating sports kit policy that is inclusive of individuals with diverse gender identities and expressions. It offers guidance on gender-neutral options, accommodating transitioning individuals, and supporting self-expression through sportswear.
Disability & Neurodiversity
This section addresses the specific needs of individuals with disabilities and neurodiverse conditions. It provides guidance on adaptive sportswear, accommodating sensory needs, and ensuring that sportswear is accessible and inclusive for all abilities.
kit lifecycle sustainability
This section provides guidance on incorporating sustainable practices into sports kit policy. It offers recommendations on supporting kit recycling to create circularity in the lifecycle of kit.
specific sports
The guidance includes specific recommendations for creating sportswear that meets the needs and preferences of young people. It addresses issues such as body image, peer pressure, and the importance of self-expression through sportswear.
schools
This will span the Guidance of the other sections but specific to schools. This section will provide examples of school PE and sports kit policies for different schools and different needs. For example, both Basic and Advanced policies for schools to implement with help.
How you can get involved
Join the community to access the guidance
Joining the community begins your individual journey, where you can access free Inclusive Sportswear Guidance and explore how you can become an Inclusive Sportswear Advocate and pledge your organisation or institution to the Inclusive Sportswear Charter.
Become an Inclusive Sportswear Advocate
Join the movement by becoming an Inclusive Sportswear Advocate, earned through taking our e-learning course. Choose between the Inclusive Sportswear Advocate course or our specific Schools Advocate course, built alongside Youth Sport Trust.
Pledge to the Charter
Inclusive Sportswear Advocates will unlock the ability to pledge their organisation or institution to the Inclusive Sportswear Charter, committing to the principles and actioning policies.
become an Inclusive Sportswear Champion
Inclusive Sportswear Advocates will be able to help their organisation or institution become an Inclusive Sportswear Champion by sharing how they have implemented the Inclusive Sportswear Charter and actioned the Inclusive Sportswear Guidance effectively.
