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Gymnastics Grips for Brands, Clubs and Team Dealers
Gymnastics grips from Oath and Oak Global are cut and finished in our own factory for gymnastics brands, club shops, team dealers and distributors that sell under their own name.
Choose palm guards for beginners or dowel grips for bar work, then set the leather, closure, size range and branding.
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Which Grip Types Do We Make for Gymnasts?
Soft leather with two finger holes and no dowel, the usual first grip for young gymnasts. See our leather gymnastics grips.
A rod across the fingers locks the hand onto the bar in circling skills. View our gymnastics dowel grips.
Men's Bar and Rings Grips
Grips for high bar and still rings, built on the same dowel principle and sized for men’s apparatus.
Beginner Dowel Grips
Narrower, smaller grips with softer leather for small hands moving up from palm guards.
Which Materials and Builds Can You Choose?
Inside the Oath and Oak workshop, leather weight decides how quickly a grip breaks in and how long it lasts, so it is matched to the gymnast’s level.
| Part | Options | What to Specify |
|---|---|---|
| Palm leather | Soft beginner leather or heavier competition leather | Leather weight and finish |
| Dowel | Skinny, straight or curved shape | Dowel shape per model |
| Wrist closure | Hook-and-loop, single buckle or double buckle | Closure type and strap width |
| Finger holes | Two holes, cut slightly small | Hole spacing per size |
| Extras | Finger band to hold the grip on | Band on or off |
Finger holes are cut small on purpose, because leather stretches and the holes open up as the grip breaks in.
Which Specifications Can You Set?
| Specification | Options We Produce |
|---|---|
| Grip type | Palm guard, beginner dowel, dowel, men’s bar or rings |
| Sizes | Size 0 to 3 as standard, smaller and larger on request |
| Palm width | Narrow for bar feel or wider for coverage |
| Closure | Hook-and-loop, buckle or double buckle |
| Colors | Natural leather, colored straps and stitching |
| Accessories | Grip bag and grip brush |
Grip shapes and size charts outside this table are cut from your own pattern during sampling.
How Can You Brand Custom Gymnastics Grips?
Grips are small, so branding usually sits on the wrist strap and the outside of the palm, where it shows in competition photos. The full set of logo methods is on our customization page.
| Branding Element | Methods |
|---|---|
| Palm leather | Embossing, debossing or laser engraving |
| Wrist strap | Club colors, woven label or printed logo |
| Names | Gymnast name or initials on the strap |
| Grip bag | Printed bag in club or brand colors |
| Packaging | Box or header card with size chart and barcode |
Should You Order Private Label, OEM or Wholesale Grips for Gymnasts?
Private Label
Choose one of our grip patterns, then add your leather finish, strap colors and logo for a fast launch.
OEM Manufacturing
Bring your own palm shape, dowel position and size chart, and we develop the grip with you through sampling.
Club and Wholesale Supply
Order size runs for club shops and dealers, matched to your approved pair on every reorder.
Read how private label and OEM projects work, or how our wholesale supply serves dealers.
How Are Gymnast Grips Made From Brief to Delivery?
1. Brief and Size Chart
Share the grip types, levels you serve, leather preference, closure and colors with an estimated quantity per size.
2. Sampling and Fit
Sample pairs are made in key sizes so coaches or gymnasts can check fit, dowel position and closure on the bar.
3. Cutting and Finishing
Leather is cut by size, finger holes are punched, dowels are set and straps are stitched before inspection.
4. Pairing and Shipping
Grips are paired by size with your labels and size charts, then shipped to you by air or sea freight.
New grip patterns follow our product development and sampling process.
What Do We Check Before Your Grips Leave the Factory?
Each lot is compared with your approved pair through our quality control process, including:
- Palm length and finger-hole spacing per size
- Dowel position and attachment
- Leather thickness and surface marks
- Strap stitching, buckle or hook-and-loop function
- Pairing, size marks and labels
What Affects MOQ and Lead Time for Gymnast Grip Orders?
MOQ and timing are confirmed in your quote once the grip is specified.
| Factor | How It Affects Your Order |
|---|---|
| Leather | Beginner and competition leathers come from different hides |
| Size run | Each size needs its own cutting die |
| Closure | Buckle grips take more assembly than hook-and-loop grips |
| Personalization | Names and club colors add per-pair handling |
Include sizes, closure types and your target season in the request so the quote covers the full order.
Palm Guards or Dowel Grips: Which Should You Stock?
Gymnasts usually start in palm guards and move to dowel grips as their bar skills grow.
| Feature | Palm Guards | Dowel Grips |
|---|---|---|
| Dowel | None | Rod sewn in across the fingers |
| Main job | Friction protection | Protection plus grip on the bar |
| Level | Young and first-time users | Gymnasts learning circling skills |
| Break-in | Quick | Longer, especially in heavy leather |
| Closure | Usually hook-and-loop | Hook-and-loop or buckle |
A full range offers both, so club shops can move each gymnast to the next grip as they progress.
How Do You Request a Quote for Gymnastics Grips?
Send Oath and Oak the grip types, levels and sizes you need, your closure choice and logo, with estimated quantities per size for the season ahead.
What Else Do Buyers Ask About Gymnastics Grips?
Still have a question?
Send your product details for a quote, or reach Oath and Oak through the contact page.
How are gymnastics hand grips sized?
For dowel grips, measure from the tip of the middle finger to the bottom of the palm and match the brand chart. Palm guards are often measured to the base of the middle finger instead.
Should gymnasts size up or down?
Between sizes, the smaller size is the usual advice, because leather stretches. New grips should feel almost a little small and the hand should not fully straighten.
Can finger holes be adjusted?
Yes. Tight holes can be eased with sandpaper wrapped around a pencil, but only a little at a time, because the leather keeps stretching as the gymnast trains.
Are gymnastics bar grips different for men?
Yes. Men wear grips on the high bar and rings, each needing its own cut, while women wear grips on the uneven bars, so the two lines are sized separately.
How should grips be cared for?
Store them in a grip bag, avoid heavy chalk or water build-up and brush the leather when it turns smooth, since slick grips can slip on the bar.
Do you supply gymnastics clubs directly?
Yes. Club orders can carry club colors and gymnast names, and grips for gymnastics clubs are packed by athlete or by size, whichever suits your shop.
Which Related Categories Should You Explore?
- Gym Grips for CrossFit and weightlifting customers
- Wrist Wraps for gymnasts who need wrist support
- Gym Gloves for full hand coverage
- All Fitness Accessories for the full Oath and Oak catalog