Gymshark has grown from a small UK startup into one of the most recognized fitness brands in the world.
But one question many consumers — and even other activewear entrepreneurs — often ask is:
Where does Gymshark actually make its clothes?
As someone who has worked with multiple OEM and ODM factories across Asia and Europe, I can tell you that Gymshark’s manufacturing model is a smart, global operation designed for speed, quality, and flexibility.
Let’s take a deep look at where Gymshark apparel is made, how the brand maintains quality across continents, and what lessons new fitness brands can learn from its supply chain strategy.
Although Gymshark is a British company headquartered in Solihull, UK, it doesn’t manufacture its products domestically.
Like most leading activewear brands, production happens in Asia and parts of Europe, where specialized factories offer advanced sportswear technology.
Key production goals:
🧵 Gymshark doesn’t own factories — it collaborates with OEM/ODM partners, just like how FuKi Gymwear supports private labels worldwide.
Gymshark’s sourcing network spans several countries, each chosen for specific strengths:
| Region | Main Focus | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| China | Seamless knitwear, leggings, accessories | Advanced machinery, precise quality control |
| Vietnam | Performance fabrics, active tops | Strong infrastructure for sportswear exports |
| Turkey | Premium compression and lifestyle apparel | European proximity, quick turnaround |
| Bangladesh | Basic training wear and bulk orders | Cost efficiency for mass production |
| Portugal / Italy | Limited high-end collaborations | Known for craftsmanship and sustainability |
🌍 This regional mix allows Gymshark to balance speed, cost, and quality — a model smaller brands can emulate.
Gymshark’s success depends heavily on consistent feel and fit — whether you buy leggings in London or Los Angeles.
They achieve this through strict supplier management:
🔍 This is the same approach top OEM manufacturers use — standardized specs + localized production = global consistency.
Consumers today want to know not just where their clothes are made, but how.
Gymshark has improved transparency with initiatives like:
♻️ Gymshark’s direction mirrors what many OEMs — including FuKi Gymwear — are already implementing in sustainable manufacturing.
| Factor | Gymshark | Lululemon | Nike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Production Model | OEM partnerships (Asia/Europe) | OEM/ODM with sustainability focus | Owned + contracted factories |
| Key Countries | China, Vietnam, Turkey | Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Cambodia | China, Indonesia, Vietnam |
| Sustainability Level | Moderate, improving | Advanced | High but complex supply chain |
| Product Launch Cycle | Fast, social-driven | Seasonal | Campaign-driven |
📊 Gymshark’s advantage lies in agility — it can move faster than legacy brands with less operational overhead.
If you’re building your own fitness label, Gymshark’s supply chain model offers key takeaways:
💡 At FuKi Gymwear, we help brands implement exactly this kind of flexible, multi-region strategy.
Q1: Is Gymshark made in the UK?
No. Gymshark designs in the UK but manufactures mainly in Asia and parts of Europe.
Q2: Does Gymshark disclose its factory list?
Not fully, but they confirm working with ethical OEM partners who meet international labor standards.
Q3: Are Gymshark’s fabrics sustainable?
Partially — newer lines include recycled nylon and polyester, but most products still use synthetic blends for performance.
At FuKiGymwear.com, we help fitness startups and apparel brands build Gymshark-level quality without massive investment.
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