There are three main classification methods for sports equipment:

① According to the classification of sports items, this is to classify all equipment and equipment related to the same sports event into one category Methods, such as track and field equipment, weightlifting equipment, ice and snow equipment, etc.

② According to the nature of sports equipment, it can generally be divided into four categories: designated equipment, self-provided equipment, venue equipment and other equipment. Designated equipment is used by both parties in the competition. In order to avoid disagreements, the brand (trademark), manufacturer and specification model of the designated equipment need to be specified in advance; self-provided equipment is equipment used by the athletes themselves, such as rackets and sailboats. And rowing, 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, ball racks, baffles, timing and scoring equipment, referee equipment, etc. etc.; other equipment mainly refers to equipment used for non-competition purposes, generally equipment for physical training, fitness activities, and sports and entertainment.

③According to the classification of sports equipment, it is divided into competitive sports equipment, national defense and military sports equipment, Chinese folk sports equipment, fitness and bodybuilding physical therapy and rehabilitation equipment, children's sports and entertainment equipment, sports equipment for the disabled, and auxiliary equipment. Sexual equipment, etc.