Training Tracksuits Le Coq Sportif

The Sunday suit from the Romilly knitwear

Before becoming a sports brand, Le Coq Sportif was a knitwear company opened in 1882 in Romilly-sur-Seine by Émile Camuset. The company started working with jersey, corded cotton, and brushed fleece early on, materials that were more flexible than the outfits of the time. Just before the Second World War, in 1939, it launched a tracksuit presented as a Sunday suit, designed for both sports and the leisure activities that the French were starting to discover. The rooster, which appeared on labels in 1948, then became the signature of these warm-up outfits, long associated with the French teams.

Other brands

Training tracksuits are also available from:

• adidas.
• Nike.
• Under Armour.
• Puma.
• Canterbury.
• Kappa.
• Gilbert.

All training tracksuits are gathered on the training tracksuits page.

From the Blues to the Pumas, two nations in Le Coq Sportif

Rugby has provided the brand with its finest showcases. A supplier to the French federation since the 1930s, Le Coq Sportif dressed the French XV during the Grand Slams of 1977 and 1981, and again from 2018 to 2024, a period when the Blues warmed up in its tracksuits featuring the rooster. Since 2024, the brand outfits the Pumas of Argentina and other national teams in the country. A club tracksuit from Le Coq Sportif reflects these codes: a simple cut, rooster on the chest, and tricolour trims on certain models, for a look reminiscent of the national team outfits.

Pants, children's sizes, and care for the embroidered rooster

The tracksuit pants are chosen based on waist size, but it's the inseam that makes the difference: tapered models can ride up to the ankle when they are too short, especially during warm-up runs. For children, sizes are expressed by age, but actual height remains the best reference, and one size up covers a year's growth. For maintenance, the jacket should be washed inside out at thirty degrees to protect the embroidered rooster, and it should be ironed inside out if needed, never directly on the embroidery. The tumble dryer, which can wear out the threads and cuffs, should be avoided.

Good deals

Great bargains can be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The key events of the year follow a consistent order: the Black Friday in late autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and the back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

Does Le Coq Sportif run small or large?

Their sizes follow European standards, but the close-fitting cuts often give the impression of a slightly small garment. In case of doubt between two sizes, it's best to choose the larger one, especially for a jacket worn over another layer.

Does Le Coq Sportif offer women's tracksuits?

The brand offers some of its tracksuits in a women's cut, which is more fitted at the waist and shorter in the bust. For a player who prefers more room, a men's cut in a smaller size is also an option.

Why did the brand choose a rooster as an emblem?

The Gallic rooster is a traditional symbol of France. The brand adopted it in 1948 to assert its French identity, a choice that naturally brought it closer to the tricolour national teams.

Who created Le Coq Sportif?

Émile Camuset, a knitter from Romilly-sur-Seine, in the Aube region, whose workshop opened in 1882 is at the origin of the brand. The company subsequently developed its sportswear, culminating in the trademark registration of Le Coq Sportif in 1950.

Does a Le Coq Sportif tracksuit hold up to rugby sessions?

Training models made from polyester withstand the abrasions and frequent washes of a club year. The fleece pieces, which are softer, are better reserved for travel and waiting, as they tend to pill more when in contact with the field.