Jackets & Tops

Unlike offshore sailing, children often do not require heavy offshore jackets. Instead, softshell jackets, waterproof rain jackets, or spray tops are used depending on the weather conditions and the type of sailing. The best choice depends on the conditions on the water and the sailing discipline.

Softshell jackets are ideal for dry to changeable conditions. They provide protection against wind, repel light rain, and offer excellent freedom of movement thanks to their flexible fabric – perfect for training, the yacht club, or cooler days on the water.

Rain jackets are the right choice when reliable protection against persistent rain and wet weather is needed. They keep out wind and water, ensuring that children stay dry even during longer sailing trips.

For active dinghy sailing, spray tops are a popular choice. They are pulled over the head and feature tightly sealed neck and wrist closures, significantly reducing the amount of spray entering the garment compared to a traditional jacket. At the same time, they provide maximum freedom of movement during tacks, gybes, and other active maneuvers.

On warm summer days, a rash guard is the perfect addition to a young sailor’s gear. This lightweight performance shirt protects the skin from intense sun exposure, dries quickly, and remains comfortable to wear even underneath a life jacket or wetsuit.

For a complete clothing system, we recommend combining these garments with sailing pants, a functional baselayer or fleece on cooler days, non-slip sailing shoes, and a suitable children’s life jacket. This ensures that young sailors are well equipped for a wide range of weather conditions.

Depending on the weather, sailing area, and sailing discipline, different types of sailing jackets and tops for kids are suitable. While some models are primarily designed to protect against wind and rain, others are specifically developed for active sailing or warm summer days. Choosing the right clothing therefore depends on the conditions on the water and the intended use.

Softshell jackets are versatile companions for sailing training, the yacht club, and leisure activities around the water. They provide reliable protection against wind and light rain while offering excellent breathability and freedom of movement. The flexible fabric moves with every action on board, ensuring that children are not restricted while steering, tacking, or working on deck.

With the MP Ole Softshell Jacket Kids, Marinepool offers a functional children's softshell jacket that is ideal for changing weather conditions. It can be worn both on the water and on land, making it a versatile choice for young sailors.

When persistent rain or wet conditions are expected, waterproof rain jackets provide the necessary weather protection. They reliably shield children from wind and rain, keeping them comfortably dry even during extended periods on the water.

The Stormy Jacket Girls was specially developed for young female watersports enthusiasts and is ideal for sailing trips, leisure activities, and outdoor adventures. Combined with a baselayer or a fleece jacket, it can be easily adapted to different temperatures.

Spray tops are specifically designed for performance sailing. Unlike a traditional jacket, they do not feature a full-length front zipper but are pulled over the head. Elastic seals at the neck and cuffs help reduce the amount of spray entering the garment while ensuring a secure and comfortable fit.

The MP Dinghy Top Kids was specifically developed for young dinghy sailors. It provides reliable protection against wind and spray, offers a close-fitting design, and ensures maximum freedom of movement during active maneuvers on the water.

A rash guard is the ideal choice for warm summer days and intense sun exposure on the water. As lightweight children's Lycra, it provides reliable protection against UV radiation, dries exceptionally quickly, and remains comfortable to wear even in high temperatures.

The MP Rash Guard Long Sleeve Kids features integrated UV protection and is ideal as a UV swim shirt kids or as functional UV clothing for kids while sailing, stand-up paddleboarding, or participating in other watersports. At the same time, the stretchy fabric reduces friction underneath a life jacket or wetsuit and provides unrestricted freedom of movement on the water.

Since 1991, Marinepool has been developing functional sailing apparel based on the principle of “From Sailors for Sailors.” Founded by active sailors, the brand continues to work closely with sailing clubs, national teams, competitive sailing associations, and sea rescue organizations. The practical experience gained through these partnerships flows directly into product development – including our children's collection. The result is sailing jackets, spray tops, and rash guards specifically designed to meet the needs of young watersports enthusiasts, combining protection, comfort, and unrestricted freedom of movement.

Marinepool has long been a partner of numerous international regattas, sailing events, and top-level teams. These include the Austrian Sailing Federation, the German Sailing League, and the Bayerischer Yacht-Club. All products are tested under real-world conditions and continuously refined, ensuring that even the youngest sailors benefit from the same functional quality trusted by experienced watersports enthusiasts.

Especially in the fields of competitive sailing and youth sailing, the experience of active sailors is incorporated directly into the development of our children's apparel. The result is functional clothing that provides reliable protection during intensive training sessions and changing weather conditions while allowing maximum freedom of movement.

Marinepool combines maritime heritage with modern technology. Our sailing jackets and tops for kids are made from functional materials that provide reliable protection against wind, rain, spray, and intense sun exposure. Whether it's a softshell jacket, rain jacket, spray top, or rash guard, every model is designed to meet the needs of young sailors while offering exceptional comfort and maximum freedom of movement. Close collaboration with sailing clubs, coaches, and watersports enthusiasts ensures that every collection is tested under real-world conditions and continuously refined.

As a company with deep roots in watersports, protecting the waters we sail on is an important part of our product development. That is why Marinepool uses PFC-free water-repellent treatments on many products and is increasingly replacing PVC-containing materials.

For families, this means high-quality sailing apparel for children that meets the demands of life on the water while supporting a more responsible approach to protecting marine environments. In this way, Marinepool combines technical performance, quality, and responsibility for the waters that define our sport.

The right sailing jacket for children primarily depends on the intended use. A softshell jacket is ideal for changing weather conditions, while a waterproof rain jacket provides better protection during prolonged rain. For active dinghy sailing, a spray top is often the best choice, as it is specifically designed for unrestricted movement on the water.

A softshell jacket is a versatile option that is suitable for sailing as well as everyday wear and outdoor activities. A spray top, on the other hand, is specifically designed for performance sailing. It is pulled over the head, offers a close-fitting design, and provides particularly effective protection against wind and spray.

A rash guard, also known as Lycra, is ideal for warm summer days and sunny sailing destinations. Thanks to its integrated UV protection, it helps protect the skin from intense sun exposure, dries quickly, and remains comfortable to wear even underneath a life jacket or wetsuit. This makes it suitable not only for sailing, but also for swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, and other watersports.

Yes. Especially in challenging conditions, the 3-layer principle is just as effective for children. A functional baselayerwicks moisture away from the skin, fleece provides additional warmth when needed, and a softshell jacket, rain jacket, or spray top protects against wind and water. This allows the clothing system to be easily adapted to changing weather conditions and temperatures.

For safe movement on board, we recommend non-slip sailing shoes with excellent grip. They provide children with secure footing on wet surfaces and are the perfect complement to their sailing apparel. Our Tec Sneakers are particularly well suited for this purpose. However, for Optimist sailors, we recommend neoprene boots such as the Mahe Zip Boots.

Marinepool sailing jackets and tops for kids provide young sailors with reliable protection in a wide range of weather conditions. Whether it's a softshell jacket, rain jacket, spray top, or Lycra, each option is designed for a specific purpose, supporting children during training, regattas, and recreational activities on the water. Combined with a baselayer, fleece, sailing pants, sailing shoes, and a suitable children's life jacket, they create a functional clothing system that delivers comfort, freedom of movement, and dependable weather protection. For over 35 years, Marinepool has been developing high-quality watersports apparel that is tested under real-world conditions and specifically designed to meet the needs of active sailors.

Last updated: August 2026