Choosing the right size wetsuit is essential. If the fit isn’t correct, then your suit might not keep you warm or movement may be restricted.

The best way to ensure your wetsuit will fit well is by measuring yourself. You’ll need accurate measurements for your height, chest, and waist. When measuring your height make sure you’re barefoot and standing on a flat surface. Your chest measurement should be taken under your armpits and around the widest point of your chest. When measuring your waist, breathe out and measure around the narrowest part of your waist, between your ribs and your hips.

Junior suits start at 4XS and finish at 3XL (including an extra MS size which refers to medium small).

When trying your suit on, you’re looking for a snug fit all round. There shouldn’t be any excess material around your neck, under your arms or behind the knees, as this means the suit is too big and it won’t keep you warm. You should also make sure your suit isn’t too tight in these areas, as this will restrict movement, cause rubbing and put strain on the neoprene, possibly reducing the wetsuit’s lifespan.

Youth wetsuit sizes chart

Size	Height	Chest	Waist
4XS	2' 9 1/2" - 2'11 1/2" 85 - 90cm	19 1/2" - 21 1/2" 50 - 55cm	17 1/2" - 19 1/2" 45 - 50cm
3XS	3' 1 1/2" - 3' 3 1/2" 95 - 100cm	20 1/2" - 22 1/2" 52.5 - 57.5cm	18 1/2" - 20 1/2" 47.5 - 52.5cm
2XS	3' 6 1/2" - 3' 8 1/2" 107.5 - 112.5cm	21 1/2" - 23" 53.5 - 58.5cm	19 1/2" - 21 1/2" 50 - 55cm
XS	3' 10 1/2" - 4' 1/2" 117.5 - 122.5cm	21 1/2" - 23 1/2" 55 - 60cm	20 1/2" - 22 1/2" 52.5 - 57.5cm
S	4' 2 1/2" - 4' 4 1/2" 127.5 - 132.5cm	23 1/2" - 25 1/2" 60 - 65cm	20 1/2" - 22 1/2" 52.5 - 57.5cm
MS	4' 3 - 4' 5" 130 - 135cm	24 1/2" - 26 1/2" 62.5 - 67.5cm	21 1/2" - 23 1/2" 55 - 60cm
M	4' 6 1/2" - 4' 8 1/2" 137.5 - 142.5cm	25 1/2" - 27 1/2" 65 - 70cm	22 1/2" - 24 1/2" 57.5 - 62.5cm
L	4'10" - 5' 0" 147.5 - 152.5cm	28 1/2" - 30 1/2" 72.5 - 77.5cm	23 1/2" - 25 1/2" 60 - 65cm
XL	5' 2" - 5' 4" 157.5 - 162.5cm	29 1/2" - 31 1/2" 75 - 80cm	25 1/2" - 27 1/2" 65 - 70cm
2XL	5' 6 1/2" - 5' 8 1/2" 167.5 - 172.5cm	30 1/2" - 32 1/2" 77.5 - 82.5cm	26 1/2" - 28 1/2" 67.5 - 72.5cm
3XL	5' 8 1/2" - 5' 10 1/2" 172.5 - 177.5cm	33 1/2" - 35 1/2" 85 - 90cm	27 1/2" - 29 1/2" 70 - 75cm

 

C-Skins NuWave Journey

From Spring 2024 C-Skins will offer a full range of natural rubber wetsuits. Wetsuits have traditionally been made from neoprene, a synthetic rubber made from either limestone or oil. C-Skins NuWave range, on the other hand, comes from the Hevea tree; a plant-based alternative with minimal environmental impact. Click here for more information.

 

Youth Rash X & UV Skins

Size	Chest	Waist
XS	21 1/2" - 23 1/2"" 55 - 60cm	20 1/2" - 22 1/2" 52.5 - 57.5cm
S	23 1/2" - 25 1/2"" 60 - 65cm	20 1/2" - 22 1/2" 52.5 - 57.5cm
M	25 1/2" - 27 1/2"" 65 - 70cm	22 1/2" - 24 1/2" 57.5 - 62.5cm
L	28 1/2" - 30 1/2"" 72.5 - 77.5cm	23 1/2" - 25 1/2" 60 - 65cm
XL	29 1/2" - 31 1/2"" 75 - 80cm	25 1/2" - 27 1/2" 65 - 70cm
2XL	30 1/2" - 32 1/2"" 77.5 - 82.5cm	26 1/2" - 28 1/2" 67.5 - 72.5cm

Youth Footwear

Size	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL
UK	8	10	13	2	4	6.5
EU	25.5	28	32	34	37	40

 

Youth Gloves

If you’re also measuring for accessories, your hand size is measured at its widest width, and length from the base of your palm to the tip of your middle finger.

Size	Palm Width	Length
S	6 cm	13.5 cm
M	7cm	14.5 cm
L	8 cm	15.5 cm
XL	9 cm	16.5 cm

 

Hoods

Head circumference is measured horizontally around your forehead.

Size	Head Circumference
JNR	48 cm
XS	51 cm
S	53 cm
M	56 cm
L	58 cm
XL	61 cm

 

Legend Buoyancy Aids

	Chest Size		Wearer's Weight		Buoyancy (N)
SIZE	CM	INCH	KG	LBS	Actual value	Nominal value
KIDS	76 - 86	30 - 34	30 - 40	66-88	35	35
S/M	86 - 106	34 - 42	40 - 60	88 - 132	45	40
M/L	106 - 116	42-46	60 - 80	132 - 176	50	50
L/XL	116 - 127	46-50	> 70	> 154	70	50
2XL	> 127	> 50	> 70	> 154	70	50

 

The c-skins size charts are only an indication of your correct size. For the perfect fit we recommend visiting us at H2O Sports who will be full of valuable advice and knowledge, plus you can try the product on so you're happy it's super comfortable and the perfect size for you.