What leotard and footwear rules apply at national women's artistic events?

Under the 2026 WAG Technical Regulations, competition attire is as set by the Gymnastics Australia Uniform Policy (version 1.0, December 2022). For women's artistic:

• Gymnasts may perform barefoot or in gymnastics footwear.
• Leotard requirements follow the FIG Code of Points (Competition Attire).
• Options include a leotard or unitard with varying arm and leg lengths, form-fitting cultural and religious headwear, a form-fitting shirt or singlet under the leotard, and form-fitting shorts or variable-length leggings over or under it (close fitting, secure, no loose or metal fastenings, no pockets). Traditional gymnastics shorts may be used (not on bars).
• Australian Levels Program athletes who are not in the international stream may use the inclusive uniform options; international stream athletes must meet FIG requirements.
• At the National Clubs Carnival, all athletes must wear their club approved leotard and uniform.
• At the Australian Championships, state competition attire is worn for team qualification (Day 1), with optional attire for finals (Day 2).

The policy does not mention jewellery.

Sources: 2026 WAG Technical Regulations V1.1 (clauses 5.1.3, 10.2); Gymnastics Australia Uniform Policy v1.0.