How Australian Sports Teams Use the Arctic Heat Ice Vest

Australian sports teams across AFL, NRL, rugby, cricket, tennis, and soccer increasingly use the Arctic Heat ice vest as standard equipment for managing heat during pre-season training, match warm-ups, and half-time recovery.

How do AFL and NRL teams use cooling vests?

• Pre-game warm-up: Players wear the vest during warm-up to arrive at kick-off with a lower core temperature.
• Half-time recovery: The vest goes on immediately at half-time to maximise the recovery window.
• Quarter breaks: AFL teams use the vest during shorter quarter-time and three-quarter-time breaks.
• Bench players: Players waiting to be substituted wear the vest on the bench.
• Pre-season conditioning: Worn between sets and drills during pre-season fitness sessions.

Tennis and cricket use

Tennis players wear ice vests during changeovers and set breaks. Cricketers use the vest during drinks breaks and lunch and tea intervals. Fast bowlers use it between overs when the field is set.

Can community clubs use the Arctic Heat vest?

Absolutely. The Arctic Heat vest works in a standard household freezer, costs no more to run than any other freezer item, and lasts for years. For team orders, contact us. The vest is also available through Arctic Heat USA for US teams.

Frequently asked questions

How many vests does a team need?

For a squad of 20 to 25 players, a practical starting point is 10 to 12 vests, allowing half the squad to cool at any time while rotating.

Are cooling vests legal in Australian sports?

Yes. Legal under AFL, NRL, rugby union, Cricket Australia, Tennis Australia, and all other major Australian sporting bodies. Classified as thermal management equipment.

Do junior athletes benefit from cooling vests?

Yes, and arguably more so than adults. Children thermoregulate less efficiently and are at higher risk of heat exhaustion. The Arctic Heat vest is available in child sizes.