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Gymnastics leotards
made in France.
Since 1968, Startner has been making gymnastics leotards in its Marseille workshop, for training and official competitions alike.
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Your club, dressed by our workshop.
Catalogue designs or leotards in your colours, ordered size by size, delivered to the club.
- 1You choose your designs · custom from 5 pieces
- 2You order size by size
- 3The workshop approves · 50% deposit
- 4Made in Marseille · 6 to 8 weeks
- 5Balance, then delivery to the club
Startner archives
Our story
Since 1968, alongside gymnasts.
It all began in 1968, in Marseille. Ever since, the Startner family business has dressed gymnasts from one generation to the next. Cuts and fabrics have changed, but the spirit remains the same: leotards designed, cut and sewn in our workshops, with the same care as on day one.
- 1968Startner is founded in Marseille
- 400+clubs kitted out, in France and abroad
- TodaySublimation prints and rhinestones, still in Marseille
Our shop
Our shop welcomes you.
Clubs and families, come and discover our designs, feel the fabrics and try the sizes, right in our Marseille workshops, all year round.
Can I return an item to change the size?
Send us the unworn item(s) with a copy of your invoice and we will send you the exchange free of charge.
Returns sent by recorded/signed-for delivery cannot be accepted.
Return address: 268 avenue de la Capelette, Bâtiment G, 3rd floor, 13010 Marseille, France.
Which gymnastics leotard should I choose?
It depends on the gymnast's level and on how the leotard will be used. For training, gymnasts usually choose a comfortable Lycra leotard. For competitions, designs with diamanté, prints and shiny fabrics are the favourites.
How do I choose the right leotard size?
A leotard should fit closely for comfort and freedom of movement. To choose the right size, check:
- the gymnast's height
- chest
- waist
- hips
A leotard that is too big will wrinkle, while one that is too tight can restrict movement.
Which fabrics are used for gymnastics leotards?
Our leotards are made from technical Lycra for excellent stretch and support. Several finishes are available:
- matt Lycra
- shiny Lycra
- holographic Lycra
- metallic Lycra
- printed Lycra
- velvet Lycra
These fabrics are comfortable and show off every movement.
Can shorts be worn over a leotard?
Yes. Many gymnasts wear shorts over their leotard, especially in training, for extra comfort.
Shorts are now also allowed at some competitions, depending on the rules in force. They are made from the same stretch fabric as our leotards for comfort, support and performance.
How should I wash a gymnastics leotard?
To keep your leotard looking its best:
- wash cold
- use a delicate cycle
- do not tumble dry
- dry flat in the open air
This preserves the stretch of the fabric and decorations such as diamanté.
Why do gymnasts wear leotards?
The leotard is the ideal outfit for gymnastics because it:
- moves with the body
- does not get in the way of skills
- lets the judges see body positions clearly
That is why it is worn in most gymnastics disciplines.
Can a gymnastics leotard be customised?
Yes. Leotards can be customised in a club's colours and identity: specific colours, unique patterns, diamanté and club logo.
Customisation is at the heart of what we do: every one of our designs can be customised for clubs, and we help you create bespoke leotards for competitions and events.
