Ultimate BJJ Gi Size Chart and Fitting Guide: A Beginner’s Journey to Choosing the Perfect Gi Explained

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If you practice Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, you know how important it is to have a well-fitting Gi. A Gi too big or too small can affect your performance, comfort, and safety on the mats. But how do you find the right size for your Gi? Reading a BJJ Gi size chart seems straightforward, but it can be a hassle if you do not understand the nuances. 

That is where this article comes into play.  

How Do I know my BJJ GI size?

What is my BJJ Gi Size?

You should know that BJJ Gi sizes are not standardized across brands. Each brand’s size chart may vary depending on the Gi’s model, cut, and material.

Some brands offer more options than others, such as half sizes, long sizes, short sizes, or slim-fit sizes.

Therefore, the best way to know your BJJ Gi size is to refer to the specific size chart of the brand and model you are interested in. You can usually find the size chart on the product page or the brand’s website. If not, you can contact the brand’s customer service and ask for it.

However, before you look at the size chart, you must know how to measure yourself or your existing Gi. This will help you compare your measurements with the size chart and find the closest match.

BJJ Gi Size Charts

As mentioned, each brand has its own size chart and sizing system. However, most brands use a similar format for their size charts. They usually consist of a letter and a number (e.g., A1, A2, A3, etc.), where the letter indicates who the Gi is for (A for adult men, F for adult women, M for adult unisex, K for kids), and the number indicates how big or small the Gi is.

Some brands also use additional letters to indicate variations in height or weight (e.g., A1L for long, A1H for heavy) or fit (e.g., A1F for fitted). These variations are not always available for every model or brand, so check the size chart carefully.

Here are some examples of BJJ Gi size charts from different brands:

Fuji

[amazon link=”B00GIHW30Y” title=”Fuji” /] offer high-quality Gis that are pre-shrunk and durable. Their size chart is simple and easy to follow. They only use A and F letters for adult men and women, respectively, and K for kids. Fuji Kimonos also offers half sizes (e.g., A2.5) for some models.

[Expand] Fuji Gi Size Chart SizeHeight (in)Weight (lbs)Height (cm)Weight (kg)
A05’0? – 5’4?95 – 120 lbs152.4 – 162.6 cm43.09 – 54.43 kg
A15’4? – 5’8?120 – 155 lbs162.6 – 172.7 cm54.43 – 70.31 kg
A1L5’6? – 5’9?125 – 160 lbs167.6 – 175.3 cm56.70 – 72.57 kg
A25’8? – 6’0?155 – 190 lbs172.7 – 182.9 cm70.31 – 86.18 kg
A2L5’11? – 6’2?160 – 195 lbs180.3 – 188 cm72.57 – 88.45 kg
A2H5’8? – 6’0?190 – 225 lbs172.7 – 182.9 cm86.18 – 102.06 kg
A36’0? – 6’4?190 – 225 lbs182.9 – 193.0 cm86.18 – 102.06 kg
A3L6’2? – 6’5?195 – 230 lbs188 – 195.6 cm88.45 – 104.33 kg
A3H6’0? – 6’4?225 – 260 lbs182.9 – 193.0 cm102.06 – 117.93 kg
A46’3? – 6’7?225 – 270 lbs190.5 – 200.7 cm102.06 – 122.47 kg
A5>6’4?>270 lbs>193.0 cm>122.47 kg

Tatami

Another well-known and respected brand in BJJ. They offer various Gis with different designs, materials, and cuts. Their size chart is more detailed and comprehensive than most brands. Tatami uses A and F letters for adult men and women, respectively, but utilizes M (M0 to M4) for kids. Long and short sizes are unique in the Tatami Gi series (e.g., A1L, A1S) but are only available in some models.

[Expand] Tatami Gi Size Chart SizeHeight (in)Weight (lbs)Height (cm)Weight (kg)
A05’2? – 5’6?110 – 140 lbs157.5 – 167.6 cm49.9 – 63.5 kg
A0S5’0? – 5’4?110 – 140 lbs152.4 – 162.6 cm49.9 – 63.5 kg
A0L5’4? – 5’8?110 – 140 lbs162.6 – 172.7 cm49.9 – 63.5 kg
A15’6? – 5’9?140 – 165 lbs167.6 – 175.3 cm63.5 – 74.8 kg
A1S5’4? – 5’7?140 – 165 lbs162.6 – 170.2 cm63.5 – 74.8 kg
A1L5’8? – 6’0?140 – 165 lbs172.7 – 182.9 cm63.5 – 74.8 kg
A25’9? – 6’0?165 – 187 lbs175.3 – 182.9 cm74.8 – 85.2 kg
A2S5’7? – 5’10?165 – 187 lbs170.2 – 177.8 cm74.8 – 85.2 kg
A2L6’0? – 6’3?165 – 187 lbs182.9 – 190.5 cm74.8 – 85.2 kg
A2XL>6’3?<187 lbs>190.5 cm<85.2 kg
A36’0? – 6’3?187 – 210 lbs182.9 – 190.5 cm85.2 – 95.3 kg
A3S5’10? – 6’1?187 – 210 lbs177.8 – 185.4 cm85.2 – 95.3 kg
A3L>6’3?<210 lbs>190.5 cm<95.3 kg
A4>6’3?>210 lbs>190.5 cm>95.3 kg

Kingz

A relatively new but fast-growing brand in BJJ. They offer modern and stylish GIs with innovative features and materials. Their size chart is similar to Tatami’s but with some notable differences. They use A and F letters for adult men and women, respectively, and for kids. However, they also offer long and heavy sizes (e.g., A2L, A2H) for some models.

[Expand] Kingz Gi Size Chart SizeHeight (in)Weight (lbs)Height (cm)Weight (kg)
A0<5’4?<135 lbs<162.6 cm<61.2 kg
A1<5’8?<165 lbs<172.7 cm<74.8 kg
A1L<5’11”<165 lbs<180.3 cm<74.8 kg
A2<6’0?<200 lbs<182.9 cm<90.7 kg
A2L<6’3?<200 lbs<190.5 cm<90.7 kg
A2H<6’0?>200 lbs<182.9 cm>90.7 kg
A3<6’3?<245 lbs<190.5 cm<111.1 kg
A3L>6’3?<245 lbs>190.5 cm<111.1 kg
A4>6’4?>245 lbs>193 cm>111.1 kg

Gold BJJ

Gold BJJ is a relatively young company. Started in 2016 by two dedicated BJJ practitioners, Cole and Dave. The company prides itself on its customer service. Cole and Dave interact with their customers every day, and are proud representatives of their brand. Gold BJJ stock and ship all of their orders within one business day, and they train in their gear every morning. 

[Expand] Gold BJJ Gi Size Chart SizeHeight (in)Weight (lbs)Height (cm)Weight (kg)
A0<5’5?<140 lbs<165.1 cm<63.5 kg
A0H<5’5?120 – 175 lbs<165.1 cm54.5 – 79.5 kg
A15’5? – 5’9?120 – 165 lbs165.1 – 175.2 cm54.5 – 74.8 kg
A1H5’5? – 5’9?160 – 200 lbs165.1 – 175.2 cm72.6 – 90.7 kg
A1L5’8? – 5’11”120 – 165 lbs172.7 – 180.3 cm54.5 – 74.8 kg
A25’8? – 6’0?150 – 190 lbs172.7 – 182.9 cm68.0 – 86.2 kg
A2H5’8? – 6’0?185 – 230 lbs172.7 – 182.9 cm83.9 – 104.3 kg
A2L6’0? – 6’2?150 – 190 lbs182.9 – 188.0 cm68.0 – 86.2 kg
A35’11” – 6’3?185 – 240 lbs180.3 – 190.5 cm83.9 – 108.9 kg
A3H5’11” – 6’3?220 – 280 lbs180.3 – 190.5 cm99.8 – 127.0 kg
A3L6’2? – 6’6?190 – 230 lbs188.0 – 198.1 cm86.2 – 104.3 kg
A46’3? – 6’6?220 – 280 lbs190.5 – 198.1 cm99.8 – 127.0 kg
A5>6’5?>240 lbs>198.1 cm>108.9 kg

Revgear

Since 1996, Revgear is a top choice for athletes seeking high-quality gear due to their innovative products and rigorous testing procedures.

[Expand] Revgear Gi Size Chart SizeHeight (in)Weight (lbs)Height (cm)Weight (kg)
M003’5? – 3’8?35 lbs104.1 – 111.8 cm15.9 kg
M03’9? – 4’0?50 lbs114.3 – 121.9 cm22.7 kg
M14’1? – 4’4?70 lbs124.5 – 132.1 cm31.8 kg
M24’5? – 4’8?90 lbs135.2 – 142.2 cm40.8 kg
M34’9? – 4’11”120 lbs144.8 – 150.5 cm54.5 kg
A05’0? – 5’2?135 lbs152.4 – 157.5 cm61.2 kg
A15’3? – 5’5?150 lbs160.0 – 165.1 cm68.0 kg
A25’6? – 5’8?170 lbs167.6 – 172.7 cm77.1 kg
A35’9? – 6’0?190 lbs175.2 – 182.9 cm86.2 kg
A46’1? – 6’4?220 lbs185.4 – 193.0 cm99.8 kg
A55’5? – 6’8?240 lbs165.1 – 203.2 cm108.9 kg
A6>6’8?260 lbs>203.2 cm117.9 kg

KVRA

KVRA was started in Brazil by Black Belt Marcelo Baek in 2013. Marcelo and his family actually emigrated from Korea to Brazil. Marcelo started training BJJ to deal with bullies, and he was inspired when he saw Royce Gracie on TV. Both of Marcelo’s parents worked with fabric, so he feels he had a head start when creating his brand. 

Expand KVRA Gi Size Chart SizeHeight (in)Weight (lbs)Height (cm)Weight (kg)
A0<5’6?150 lbs<169 cm68 kg
A1<5’8?159 lbs<174 cm72 kg
A2<5’8?187 lbs<175 cm85 kg
A3<6’0?209 lbs<185 cm95 kg
A4>6’1?265 lbs>210 cm+120 kg

Elite Sports

Elite Sports was born out of the necessity to fill a quality gap in the market. As martial arts become more popular, the quantity of poorly designed and made products increases. Elite sports aims to provide high-quality, long-lasting products at affordable prices. This approach helped establish Elite as one of the best gi brands in the world very quickly compared to other brands. 

[Expand] Elite Sports Gi Size Chart
lbs/in4’9?4’10”4’11”5’0?5’1?5’2?5’3?5’4?5’5?5’6?5’7?5’8?5’9?5’10”5’11”6’0?6’1?6’2?6’3?
kg/cm144.8 cm147.3 cm150.2 cm152.4 cm154.9 cm157.5 cm160.0 cm162.6 cm165.1 cm167.6 cm170.2 cm172.7 cm175.2 cm177.8 cm180.3 cm182.9 cm185.4 cm188.0 cm190.5 cm
95 lbs43.09 kgA0A0A0A0
100 lbs45.36 kgA0A0A0A0
105 lbs47.63 kgA0A0A0A0
110 lbs49.90 kgA0A1A1A1A1A1A2A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
115 lbs52.16 kgA0A1A1A1A1A1A2A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
120 lbs54.43 kgA0A1A1A1A1A1A2A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
125 lbs56.70 kgA1A1A1A1A1A2A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
130 lbs59.01 kgA1A1A1A1A1A2A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
135 lbs61.23 kgA1A1A1A1A1A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
140 lbs63.50 kgA1A1A1A1A1A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
145 lbs65.77 kgA1A1A1A1A1A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
150 lbs68.04 kgA2A2A2A2A2A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
155 lbs70.31 kgA2A2A2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
160 lbs72.58 kgA2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
165 lbs74.85 kgA2A2A2A2A2A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
170 lbs77.11 kgA3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
175 lbs79.38 kgA3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
180 lbs81.65 kgA3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
185 lbs83.92 kgA3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
190 lbs86.19 kgA3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4
195 lbs88.46 kgA3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4A4
200 lbs90.72 kgA3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4A4
205 lbs92.99 kgA3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A3A4A4A4A4A4
210 lbs95.26 kgA4A4A4A4A4A4A4A4
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