Making A Splash: The JoJo Guide To Swimwear

Making a Splash: The JoJo Guide To Swimwear

From garden sprinkler run-arounds to seaside adventures, having the right swim kit is a must for water-fuelled activities. In this handy guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about choosing the best kids’ swimwear. Discover more about all our key features like UPF protection, quick-drying fabrics, secure fits, and materials that hold their shape, so your child can splash, swim, and dive into all-day comfort.

Which styles to look out for?

From essential UV coverage to secure, stretchy fits for those chaotic cannonballs, JoJo swimwear is ready for every kind of splash! Our colourful swimsuits and swim shorts are designed for comfort and easy movement during water-fuelled activities. Made from lightweight fabrics that help dry quickly after a swim, they’re easy to pop back into a changing bag when the fun is done. Our beach-ready rash vests are also a great option for extra sun coverage, you’ll always find the perfect pick for every water-filled plan.

What should I consider when buying kids swimwear?

High-quality swimsuits

Swimming is a core skill, which means kids need good-quality swimsuits to keep up with every splash. Look for styles that are designed with stretchy fabrics that help maintain their shape, colours that are easy to spot, and a UPF50+ rating for extra sun protection for outdoor use. You may even want to consider the activity - if using for swimming lessons, you may opt for a suit that’s more streamlined, rather than stylish frills and features such as easy pull-on straps if they’re dressing themselves.

Sun protection

Rash vests and sun-safe suits help provide coverage from UV rays, helping to shield key areas like the arms, chest and back — ideal for when they’re dipping in and out of the water. At JoJo, our rash vests, swimsuits and all-in-one suits are made with UPF50+ rated fabrics for added sun coverage during outdoor play. They’re also fully lined for comfort when worn. For best protection, sunscreen should still be applied to skin.

Sun hats & sunglasses

Accessories are more than just the extra steps; they’re essential during peak sunshine hours! Sun hats sporting a legionnaire style ensure the backs of their necks are covered, whilst the wide brim at the front helps to shield their eyes and foreheads. And don’t forget their sunglasses – ours are designed with 100% UV Protection to help block harmful UV rays with shatter resistant FC3 lenses that offer high protection against sun glare. Sun Rays? Not Today!

What is UPF 50+ fabric?

UPF50+ rated fabric (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) is material designed to block UV rays from the sun. With a 50+ rating, it blocks at least 97% of harmful UVA and UVB rays, allowing 2% or less to pass through. This feature adds another layer of protection on top of their sunscreen to reduce the risk of sunburn and skin damage.

What are the benefits of a rash vest?

Rash vests are made from lightweight, quick-drying fabrics that keep kids comfortable in and out of the water, while UPF50+ protection shields delicate skin from harmful sun rays, while the stretchy material moves with them for active splash-filled days.

What extras do I need for sun protection?

For outdoor swims during high summer, pair a UPF50+ rash vests or a swimsuit with a wide-brimmed hat to shield the face and neck, and kid-friendly sunscreen on exposed skin. Sunglasses with UV protection and a lightweight cover-up such as a towelling poncho can add another layer of defense, keeping little ones safe while they splash and play. And for babies, we have lots more info in our guide about sun protection for babies under 6 months.

When would they need a wetsuit?

For unheated swimming pools, UK ocean or lake activities or extended swimming sessions, wetsuits are ideal as it traps a thin layer of warm water against their skin to keep them comfortable while splashing, bodyboarding, or paddling.

What type of swimwear and extras do babies need?

Depending on the environment babies need to be kept warm from the water and shielded from the sun. It’s important to note that most public swimming pools require them to wear a swim nappy and if they’re unheated or below 30°C, you might want to consider a baby wetsuit for them (Don’t forget the warm, fluffy towel for afterwards!). Planning their first trip to the pool? We have lots more info and a handy checklist in our guide for baby swimming lessons.