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Sports and performance

Activewear and leggings manufacturer for growing brands

High-waisted leggings, sports bras, bike shorts, crop tops and matching sets, cut in four-way stretch fabrics with the fit and finish of a premium label.

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Sampling
Sample before bulk
Order size
Quoted per style
Fabrics
5 core options
Finishes
6 methods
Matching activewear sets
FabricNylon-spandex180–260 gsm
WaistHigh risedouble layer
SeamFlatlockgusset
A designer sketching garments at a desk

Leggings live or die on fabric and fit

Activewear customers can tell a good pair of leggings within seconds. The fabric has to feel smooth and cool, stay opaque when stretched, hold the body without digging in, and keep its shape after dozens of washes. The waistband has to stay up through a full class. We sample against all of that before you commit.

We make activewear for new labels, yoga and pilates studios, run clubs and established brands adding styles. Choose from buttery brushed finishes for yoga, compressive matte fabrics for training and lighter ribbed or textured knits for lifestyle pieces.

Details make a range: contour seams, scrunch backs, cross-over waistbands, hidden pockets, mesh panels and tonal logos. We draft them into the pattern, colour match to your palette and finish each piece with your labels.

Every activewear order includes

  • Fabric swatches to choose your hand and compression
  • Opacity and stretch checked on the sample
  • Colour matched to your palette
  • Fit sampling across key sizes
  • Your labels, tags and packaging

Styles we make

Core activewear styles, each adjustable in rise, length and detail.

  1. 01

    High-waisted leggings

    Full, 7/8 and capri lengths with high, double-layer waistbands.

  2. 02

    Sports bras

    Low, medium and high support, with removable pads and strap options.

  3. 03

    Bike and biker shorts

    Short and mid-thigh lengths with pocket options.

  4. 04

    Crop tops and fitted tees

    Seamed or ribbed tops to match your leggings.

  5. 05

    Scrunch and contour styles

    Scrunch backs and contour seams that shape and lift.

  6. 06

    Matching sets and unitards

    Coordinated sets, one-pieces and jumpsuits.

Fabrics we recommend

  • Nylon-spandex180–260 gsm

    Smooth, cool and durable under stretch, the premium leggings fabric.

  • Poly-spandex180–280 gsm

    Four-way stretch with good recovery at a lower cost.

  • Rib knit180–300 gsm

    Ribbed stretch for lifestyle sets and crops.

  • Recycled polyesterWeight to spec

    Performance stretch made with recycled fibre.

  • Mesh100–160 gsm

    Breathable panels and inserts.

Browse the full fabric library

Logos, prints and finishes

Activewear logos are usually small and tonal: a waistband print, a heat-applied rubber badge or a reflective mark that moves with the fabric.

01Screen printingBold, long-lasting colour for logos and graphics on bigger runs.02DTF printingFull-colour transfers that work on most fabrics, ideal for small runs.03Rubber printingA thick, matte, slightly glossy print with a premium hand.04Reflective printingPrints and strips that bounce light back for safety and night runs.05Laser cutting and etchingClean cut-outs, vents and etched marks on performance fabric.06EmbossingA tonal logo pressed into the cloth, with no ink at all.

From brief to boxed order

The same five stages for every activewear order, with a signed-off sample before anything goes into bulk. See all twelve steps

  1. 01

    Brief

    Send the activewear styles, rough quantities, sizes and your deadline. A sketch, photo or reference garment is enough.

  2. 02

    Quote

    We cost fabric, trims, labour and decoration per style, so you see exactly what drives the price.

  3. 03

    Sample

    A sample is cut, sewn and decorated to your spec. You check fit, colour and placement in hand.

  4. 04

    Bulk

    Once you sign off the gold sample, we cut, sew, decorate and check every piece against it.

  5. 05

    Deliver

    Labelled, folded and packed the way you asked, then shipped with tracking to your door.

Who we make activewear for

Activewear labels, yoga and pilates studios, gyms, run clubs and fitness creators launching their own range.

Gyms and fitnessStringers, leggings and joggersStreetwear and new labelsOversized tees, hoodies and setsSports clubs and teamsJerseys, shorts and training tops

Questions about activewear

Which fabric is best for leggings?

Nylon-spandex for a smooth, cool, premium feel and strong recovery. Poly-spandex for a durable option at a lower price. We can send swatches of both.

How do you make sure leggings are squat-proof?

We choose dense knits and check opacity on the sample while stretched over the body. If you want more coverage, we move to a heavier fabric.

Can I launch an activewear brand with a small order?

Yes. We quote small first runs per style, so you can start with a few colours and sizes and reorder what sells.

Can you add pockets to leggings?

Yes. Hidden waistband pockets and side phone pockets are both common.

Can you match colours across leggings and bras?

We cut sets from the same fabric lot and check them side by side, so colours match within the set.

Do you offer private label activewear?

Yes. Your labels, tags and packaging are added so the range arrives as your brand.

Related services

Brands that order activewear often add these to the same production run.

Gym Wear ManufacturerStringers, pump covers, leggings and training sets.Compression WearCompression shirts, tights and shorts with flatlock seams.Private Label Clothing ManufacturersYour logo, labels and packaging, from a small first run.

Tell us about your activewear.

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