We’ve recently had a period of mild conditions in the UK with generally lighter winds and warmer air temperatures. With people desperate to escape the confines of their homes and get their kids back into the new season swing of watersports it’s been tempting for a dip. But is it still too cold – in the water and out – for your offspring to be in the drink?
It’s a case of picking and choosing your days and timings accordingly, based on how hardy your child (or children) are. Plus the right location. Avoiding typically deep water, where they’re more likely to be submersed, is a good idea. Of course, we appreciate not everyone has access to such stretches of H2O. And with lockdown restrictions still in place getting to a suitable spot may also be tricky. For those who can make it work, however, then there’s no reason not to be getting your kids back in the brine.
Kids & Juniors 5mm Winter Wetsuits (chest zip)
Kids Winter Wetsuits for all types of watersports. Need a kids winter wetsuit? Do your kids get really cold in the water? NCW’s kiddy specific wetsuits are our WARMEST 5/3mm full kids & junior cold water wetsuits that we’ve ever produced. High end chest zip suits, without the premium price tag, are aimed at kids that need the anti flush protection a chest zip suit offers without sacrificing flexibility. Even if watersports isn’t your child’s thing they can be used for general beach fun! See our junior chest zip 5mm wetsuit in action here
Note: NCW does trade ins of ALL used wetsuits – kiddy suits included. If you’re looking to upgrade your child’s wetsuit, and have a pre-loved one you’re replacing, then get in touch. We can probably part exchange or buy your used wetsuit outright.
NOTE : Chest zip suits are top entry via the shoulder width of the suit and you have to pull the neck envelope over your head to zip closed. If your child has issues with tight fitting garments this may not be the suit for you. Even kids that may not initially like this style of wetsuit entry tend to get on fine with it once they have used the suit a few times. The benefit of the chest zip wetsuit performance, for most, outweigh getting used to putting it on. Here is a video of an adult putting on a chest zip suit for you to see if you are unsure, watch the whole video or skip to around minute 6 to see how this works. Let them put one on and if they are not convinced no problem to return, see our returns policy.
NCW kid’s winter chest zip suits are 5/3mm, offering plenty of flex for up and coming stand up surfers, they are made from super stretch neoprene. The special blend of neoprene we use in our kids winter wetsuits is soft and comfortable super stretch which kids are happy to wear whilst giving a warm and snug fit.
Features included in our kids winter wetsuits:
- High quality “Comfort Super Stretch” neoprene for good snug and comfortable fit.
- All seams glued and blind stitched to prevent cold water seapage.
- Spot-on tape at critical pressure joints of seams for added strength.
- Chest and back panels feature durable anti wind chill finemesh neoprene exterior and plush lined heat holding insulative interior.
- Interior lining made with low water absorption materials for quick drying.
- Anti flush envelope over head entry system.
- Snug fit anti flush wrists with rubberised cuff ends.
- Rubberised anti flush neck lining.
- DuraFlex reinforced kneepads.
- High quality YKK metal zip.
- Anatomical suit shaping.
PLEASE SCROLL DOWN THIS PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION & SIZING. The drop down box to select size listed measurement is NOT child’s height but ankle to neck if you read below.
ALL SIZES £109.95
Want to read our fair returns policy first?Good wetsuits and wetsuit accessories (such as booties/shoes) are important. A 3mm summer suit won’t cut it. Your children need proper full winter wetsuits with at least 5mm thickness. Consider the getting changed process as well. Warm, fleece lined towelling change robes will help. And don’t aim for a full day session. It might only be a short period of time, during the middle part of the day when it’s at its warmest, that’ll be applicable for a child friendly dip.
NCW Kids Beach Towelling Changing Robes (cotton) in blue, pink and seagrass green
- The NCW kids high quality hooded toweling changing robe is the perfect beach and pool accessory in navy blue or pink
For use by anyone enjoying the outdoors but with nowhere private to change into and out of leisure kit, like wetsuits and swimming costumes. Great for surfers, windsurfers, kitesurfers, swimmers etc and for all the family on holiday. The NCW robe is made from 100% terry toweling, with a built in hood which helps dry your hair and keeps out the wind on chilly days. The arm holes are designed to allow access into the robe so you can change without baring all to the world!
- 100% 380gsm Cotton Terry Toweling
- Change in privacy, dry yourself off and stay warm
- Large hood and easy access arm holes
- Easy care, washable at 40 degreesSizing, shoulder to lower hem, for age 6-8 is 27″ and for age 9-12 is 34″
Take a look at our adult version
Want to read our fair returns policy first?With Easter 2021 being early this year there’ll be plenty of families looking to enjoy some watersports fun. Make sure you have the right kit – especially for your offspring – and there’s no reason why you won’t be loving it.
3mm Kids / Childrens Wetsuit ankle boots – easy fit and good sole protection / grip
Kids 3mm ankle wetsuit boot, warm, grippy, easy fit and good protection.
We find most children struggle to get full wetsuit boots on and our answer is these full seal 3mm wetsuit ankle boots which are much easier to get on and nice and warm too. They have a good firm hard sole for foot protection along with plenty of grip for rock pooling fun and so on. Equally at home on the deck of a surfboard too.
Need more warmth? You can wear a pair of kids 3mm wetsuit socks inside these boots if you go up a shoe on the boot size you order giving 6mm protection in cold / winter seas.
Sizes available from UK kids 10 to junior 3.
These will keep your little ‘uns feet toasty warm with sole protection for just £12.99
Want to read our fair returns policy first?Get in touch for any questions or queries about NCW’s range of kiddy friendly wetsuits and accessories.
3mm kids / childrens low price wetsuit gloves
Low cost kids wetsuit gloves made with 3mm neoprene, stretchy and warm with silicon dot grip on the palms.
GLOVES FOR KIDS ages 5 to 15. We try to keep the price down on these as we know how fast they can grow out of them but they still keep you kids hands nice and warm.
Features include
- Stretchy high grade neoprene for a snug fit.
- Thinner cut for kids’s hands.
- Silicon dot printed pattern palms for plenty of grip.
- These gloves are made for cooler waters like here in the UK.
PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR CHILD’S AGE AS INDICATOR OF SIZE. You need to measure their fingers and hands as per the image of the size chart on this page. Also note wetsuit gloves need to be a good snug fit. They won’t work if loose and they should be a little bit of a struggle to get on to your childs hand.
AGE IS NOT ALWAYS A GOOD INDICATOR OF SIZE – please use the chart.
SIZE XXXS – kids age 5 – 6 – 7 approx.
SIZE SIZE XXS – kids age 7 – 8 – 9
SIZE XS – kids age 9 – 10 – 11
SIZE S – kids age 11 – 12 – 13
SIZE M – kids 14 – 15
Note for some older kids our extra small high quality adult wetsuit gloves may fit well if you wish to spend a little more
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