How to measure a gymnast

We need four measurements: bust, waist, hips and height. The most important is the hips. No need to measure torso length.

Gymnast measuring her chest with a tape measure over a black Vinkova top.

Step 1/4 - Measure the chest

To measure the chest correctly, place the measuring tape around the fullest part of the chest.

Step-by-step instructions:

  1. The gymnast should stand relaxed with arms at her sides.
  2. Pass the tape around the back and bring it forward, encircling the chest at its fullest point.
  3. Ensure the tape is straight and parallel to the floor, neither too high nor too low.
  4. The tape should be snug but not tight, allowing for normal breathing.
  5. Record the measurement in centimeters.
Waist measurement: gymnast in a black Vinkova outfit with a tape measure around the torso.

Step 2/4 - Measure the waist

To measure the waist correctly, place the measuring tape around the narrowest part of the waist.

Step-by-step instructions:

  1. The gymnast should stand relaxed with arms at her sides.
  2. Pass the tape around the back and bring it forward, encircling the waist at its narrowest point.
  3. Ensure the tape is straight.
  4. The tape should be snug but not tight, allowing for normal breathing.
  5. Record the measurement in centimeters.
Gymnast measuring her hips with a tape measure, wearing a black Vinkova outfit.

Step 3/4 - Measure the hip

To measure the hip correctly, place the tape measure around the part of the hip with the greatest volume.

Step-by-step instructions:

  1. The gymnast must be standing, relaxed, and with her arms at her sides.
  2. Pass the tape around the back and bring it forward, encircling the hip at the widest part, level with the buttocks.
  3. Make sure the tape is straight and parallel to the floor.
  4. The tape should be snug but not tight, allowing for normal breathing.
  5. Record the measurement in centimeters.
Height measurement: gymnast standing in a black Vinkova outfit beside a tape measure.

Step 4/4 - Measure the height

We need the distance from the top of the head to the floor, with the gymnast completely upright.

  1. Place the gymnast standing, barefoot.
  2. She must remain straight, with feet together, legs straight, and looking forward.
  3. Make sure the back is upright and the head is aligned with the body, without tilting forward or backward.
  4. Utilize a wall as a reference: The gymnast should lean gently against the wall with heels, back, and head straight.

With these four measurements, use “Calculate my size” on the leotard page. We choose and check the size before we make it.

See the size guide