Which cut is best for a gi (martial arts uniform)?

Over time, a gi (martial arts uniform) has undergone modifications with respect to the martial art being practiced and the geographical location. Accordingly, the fabric of the gi is cut and hence, the best cut for a gi would be as per your geographical location and the martial art that you practice. For example, if you practice Karate in Japan, then a Japanese cut would be suitable, whereas if you practice Karate in any European country, then a European cut would be appropriate. However, you can wear any cut in which you feel comfortable. As a rule of thumb, go with the cut that is followed in your training school.

Pacific Sports offers high-quality gi in European and Modern cut for practitioners of Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, BJJ, and Jiu-Jitsu. A gi is sold without a belt, so that you can purchase the belt of your chosen colour. Pacific Sports sells premium black and coloured belts. In Sambo, a European cut gi jacket is worn, and if you practice Sambo, then you don’t have to buy the entire gi, as you can buy only the gi jacket. Pacific Sports also sells individual gi jackets and gi pants to both professional and amateur martial artists all over the world.

Tap / Click any image to go to its product page

Pacific Sports Gi

  • Consists of jacket and pants (no belt)
  • 100% cotton canvas or poly-cotton
  • Jacket is cut generously through the shoulders and chest to allow for a full range of movement
  • Pants have full gusset to allow room for deep stretches and high kicks without pulling at the seams
  • Elasticated waist in the pants means they fit comfortably and with a narrow internal drawstring it can be adjusted to fit your waist size for a secure fit
  • Heavy-duty double stitching at the seams
  • Pre-shrunk gi has minimal shrinkage over time
  • Non pre-shrunk gi has shrinkage allowance so you can buy your regular size
  • Hard-wearing, durable and comfortable
  • Excellent quality at a sensible price
  • Sizes Available: Please see product page
  • Please see the size chart for your size

The popular cuts of a gi are:
—European cut
—Modern cut
—Taekwondo cut
—Japanese cut
—Kata cut

European cut

This is the preferred cut in European countries. The jacket sleeves are long, and similarly the length of the pants is also long. The lapels of the jacket are shorter. Pacific Sports offers this cut in white, black, and blue colors in cotton, canvas, and poly-cotton in fabric weights from 8oz to 18oz, and in different sizes. This cut is very popular and is extensively used by European practitioners of Karate, Taekwondo, Judo, and BJJ. Please click on the images to see the product pages for the availability of the colour, fabric, weight, and size of the gi that you require.

Modern cut

This is a like a European cut but it is slightly tailored to give a sleeker appearance, while giving enough space for mobility. It is a balance between style and comfort. This cut is available in both male and female varieties. Pacific Sports offers this cut for BJJ practitioners with a hot pink trim for females and a red trim for males. Please click on the images to see the product pages for details.

Tap / Click any image to go to its product page

Taekwondo cut

This is same as the European cut, with the exception that the jacket has no lapels, rather it is worn like a T-shirt having a V-neck collar. Pacific Sports offers Taekwondo cut gi with or without the ITF logo.

Japanese cut

This is the cut that is worn in Japan. The gi has a very loose fit. The sleeves are shorter and the length of the pants is also shorter than the European cut. However, the lapels of the jacket are longer than the European cut. If you need a Japanese cut gi, please send us an email and we will arrange it for you.

Kata cut

This is worn to perform Karate Kata in competitions. The sleeves and the pant length are the shortest among all the cuts. The length of the lapel of the jacket is the same as the Japanese cut. The fabric is heavy canvas, and it is starched so that it produces a very good snapping sound. If you need a Kata cut gi, please send us an email and we will arrange it for you.

Pacific Sports Gi Belts

A belt shows the level of skill attained and every martial artist is proud to wear it. Pacific Sports offers belts of all colours so that you can easily find one that you need. Belts have 8 lines of stitching, and the ends are sewn, so that they do not get frayed at the edges. Additionally, premium quality cotton 5cm wide black belts with 11 rows of stitching are also available. Belts come in different sizes that correspond to the uniform size, so the size of your Gi is the size of your Gi belt.

Coloured gi belts

Click / Tap the image to go to product page

Coloured Belt – All Colours & Sizes
  • Coloured Belts
  • For Taekwondo/Karate/Jiu Jitsu
  • Eight lines of stitching, sewn ends
  • All Colors & Sizes
  • Available in white, yellow, green, blue, brown, black
  • Other colors and striped belts are also available
  • Your uniform size is your belt size

Premium Black Belt

Click / Tap the image to go to product page

Black Belt Premium Cotton 5cm wide
  • Black Belt
  • Made of Premium Cotton
  • For Taekwondo / Karate / Jiu Jitsu
  • 5 cms wide
  • 11 rows stitching
  • Sizes Available: 3/160, 4/170, 5/180, 6/190, 7/200
  • Your uniform size is your belt size

Pacific Sports Gi Jackets

Tap / Click any image to go to its product page

Gi Jackets from 8oz to 16oz in Canvas/ Cotton/ Poly-Cotton
  • Only jacket
  • No pant
  • For Taekwondo/ Karate/ Jiu Jitsu/ BJJ/ Judo
  • Canvas/ cotton/ poly-cotton fabric
  • Fabric weight from 8oz to 16oz
  • The jacket may be pre-shrunk or not pre-shrunk. Buy your regular size if the jacket is pre-shrunk. Even if it is not pre-shrunk, then also buy your regular size, as a shrinkage allowance is already given.
  • Well-fitting jacket
  • Comfortable European cut offering full-range of motion
  • Available in White colour
  • Please see the product page for your size and its availability.

Gi jackets are available in white colour in fabric weights of 8oz to 16oz. They are available in canvas, cotton or poly-cotton fabrics.

Cotton fabric tends to shrink and therefore some jackets are already pre-shrunk during the manufacturing process. Some jackets are not pre-shrunk, but they are manufactured with a shrinkage allowance so even after the natural shrinkage, the gi will fit you perfectly. Hence, you can buy your regular size irrespective whether the jacket is pre-shrunk or not pre-shrunk.

The Gi jacket features a European cut with the sleeves and collar having multiple lines of stitching, so that they resist tearing when they grabbed for throws or takedowns.

Pacific Sports Gi Pants

  • Only pant
  • No jacket
  • For Taekwondo/ Karate/ Jiu Jitsu/ BJJ/ Judo
  • Canvas/ cotton/ poly-cotton fabric
  • Fabric weight from 8oz to 16oz
  • Traditional cut provides plenty of room to stretch and move
  • Elasticated waistband with inner drawstring for extra adjustment
  • Gusseted crotch with reinforced stitching
  • Available in White or Black colour
  • Excellent for exercising at home or just wearing around the house
  • Please see the product page for your size and its availability

Gi pants are available in white and black colours, in fabric weights from 8oz to 16oz. They are available in canvas, cotton or poly-cotton fabrics.

The Gi pants are designed to facilitate kicking and so they feature a traditional cut with ample space to easily perform any type of kick.

The crotch is gusseted with reinforced stitching that prevents pulling and tearing while executing high kicks.

An elasticated waistband secures the pants at the waist, while an inner drawstring helps in adjusting a perfect fit.

Pacific Sports Gi, Gi Jacket, Gi Pants, Gi Belt sizes

Size chart
Canvas and cotton Gi Sizes

Pacific Sports quality

All products sold at Pacific Sports undergo rigorous testing. Numerous gyms and martial arts schools of Australia and the world, rely on the Pacific Sports quality for tough and long-lasting products, which includes uniforms, jackets, pants, belts, shoes, rash guards, compression wear, protective wear and training gear. Additionally, products offered on sale carry this same high quality but with drastically reduced prices. Moreover, if the monthly newsletter is subscribed, then an additional 10% discount is also offered.


Check out the SHOP for latest products. If you subscribe to our monthly newsletter, then you can also get 10% discount on your purchase.

Your comment...

Shopping Cart0

Cart