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Kids dash off, sweat and then cool down fast when they stop. A light jacket they can get on and off by themselves does more good than a heavy one.
Key points
Size by height in cm, with a little room for a long-sleeve top.
Windproof and water-repellent is usually enough; a membrane for rainy training.
Reflective detail front, back and on the sleeves for dark mornings.
No cords at hood or neck up to age seven, as set out in EN 14682.
A big zip pull, so your child can open and close the jacket alone.
Which jacket for which occasion?
Use
What matters
Your pick
PE and break time
What mattersQuick on, quick off
Your pickLight windproof with a big zip pull
Running club
What mattersTraining in all weathers
Your pickWater-repellent, or a membrane for steady rain
Cross-country races
What mattersWarm until the start, then off
Your pickThin jacket that fits in a kit bag
Darker months
What mattersBeing seen in traffic
Your pickLight-coloured jacket, reflective detail all round
What to look for
Question
In short
Why
Which size?
In shortBy height
WhySizes such as 140 or 152 stand for height in cm. One size up is enough; overlong sleeves get in the way and slip over the hands.
Does it need to be waterproof?
In shortRarely
WhyFor most runs a water-repellent jacket does the job and is lighter and more breathable. If your child trains outside in steady rain, a membrane is worth it.
What about cords?
In shortNone up to age seven
WhyEN 14682 rules out cords at the hood and neck on children's clothing up to age seven; after that, only cords without loose ends. Otherwise they can snag.
What makes it easy to see?
In shortReflectors that move
WhyReflective detail on sleeves and back catches drivers' eyes sooner because it moves as your child runs. A light base colour helps at dusk too.
Frequently asked questions
Does my child need a running jacket?
For running club and cool days, yes. An everyday rain jacket is often too heavy and warm to run in. A running jacket is light, windproof and quick to take off when they warm up.
How warmly should I dress my child?
Rather one thin layer too few: they warm up quickly. Underneath, a technical top rather than cotton, which clings wet to the back. Pack a dry jacket for after training.
How do I wash it?
Follow the care label: liquid detergent, no fabric softener, zips closed. Keep the iron away from printed reflective detail.
Will an adult XS fit?
Sometimes, for tall kids. But adult cuts are proportioned differently at the shoulders and body. Check the sleeves and hem stay put during a full arm swing.
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