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50 years of fitting swimmers, shared in one place. Our swimwear experts' guides cover sizing, kit care, buying advice and World Aquatics (WA) approved racewear, so you can swim in the right kit from your first length to your next PB.

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World Aquatics Approved (WA) Swimwear Explained

Oct 04, 2026 0 comments

Discover what World Aquatics (WA) approved swimwear means, how to check if a race suit is approved and which competitions require it. Our expert guide also explains the rules for junior swimmers to help you choose the right...