There are three main classification methods of sports equipment: classification by sports, which is a method to classify all equipment and equipment related to the same sports, such as track and field equipment, weightlifting equipment, ice and snow equipment, etc. According to the nature of sports equipment, it can be generally divided into four categories: designated equipment, self-provided equipment, venue equipment and other equipment.
Designated equipment is used by both sides of the competition. In order to avoid differences, it is necessary to make clear the brand (trademark), manufacturer and specification of the equipment in advance; Self-provided equipment refers to the equipment used by athletes themselves, such as rackets, sailboats and rowboats, paddles, sportswear, protective gear, shoes and hats, etc. Venue equipment refers to the facilities and equipment of competition and training venues, such as various goals, frames, baffles, timing and scoring equipment, referee equipment, etc. Other equipment mainly refers to non-competition equipment, generally physical training, fitness activities, sports and entertainment equipment. According to the use classification of sports equipment, it is divided into competitive sports equipment, national defense military sports equipment, China folk sports equipment, fitness physiotherapy rehabilitation equipment, children's sports entertainment equipment, disabled sports equipment and auxiliary equipment.