🏊♀️ Arena FINA-Approved Tech Suits for 12 & Under (Official + 2025 Update)
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Since 2020, USA Swimming bans certain tech suits for swimmers 12 years and under. However, several suits are officially approved for use — and must either:
Be listed on the USA Swimming approved tech suit list, or- Display both a FINA logo and a green check mark next to it.
️ If a suit has only a FINA logo but no green check, it is considered illegal unless it appears on the official approved list.
Official Arena Suits Approved for 12 & Under (from 2020 USA Swimming List)Gender Suit Name FINA Code Female Powerskin ST 2.0 Kneeskin AR220613 Female Girl’s Powerskin ST 2.0 Kneeskin AR220613 Female Powerskin ST Classic AR219943 Female Powerskin R-EVO Classic AR211006 Female Powerskin Luckystar ST 2.0 Open Back (Limited Edition) AR220613 Female Limited Edition Powerskin ST Kneeskin AR220613 Male Powerskin ST 2.0 Jammer (Boys/Men) AR140615 Male Powerskin-EVO Jammer AR211006 Male Powerskin Luckystar ST 2.0 Jammer (Limited Edition) AR140615 Male Limited Edition Powerskin ST Jammer AR140615 Male Powerskin R-EVO Tech Brief AR111007
2025 Arena Suits Likely FINA-Approved (with Green Check & Amazon Verified)While not on the 2020 document, the following suits are marketed as FINA-approved with sewn seams and green check validation, making them suitable for 12 & Under swimmers. Always confirm at the meet if uncertain.
Female SuitsArena Powerskin ST Next Open Back Kneeskin
View on AmazonArena Powerskin ST Next Classic Suit
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🧒 Male Suits
Arena Powerskin ST Next Boys Jammer
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Reminder for Parents & Coaches- Always look for the green check mark next to the FINA logo.
- 🧵 Only suits with sewn seams (not bonded or taped) are legal.
Check the model number and brand documentation if unsure.
For the latest official rules, refer to USA Swimming or consult your meet referee before competition.
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