
Whatever the sport, polycarbonate lenses, the lightest and most resistant lenses, are particularly advisable.
They are comfortable and impact-resistant. On this type of lenses, anti-reflective and scratch-resistant coatings are highly recommended. For more details :
Lenses : instructions.
For outdoor sports, wearing UV-protection sunglasses is necessary.
For more details :
the secrets of UV radiation and
UV rays and children do not mix.
At the swimming pool, let them wear their glasses.
If they need to see under the water, swimming goggles are highly recommended in order to avoid eye irritation or conjunctivitis. There are even swimming goggles with prescription lenses ! On the contrary, contact lenses cannot be used: they do not mix with water !
From the age of 10, if the child is smart and self-sufficient,
choosing contact lenses can be wise (except for swimming, in which case they are not advisable).
For more details :
Children wearing contact glasses.