I ordered this recently, and haven't had time to use it much yet, but when I wore it to class the other day, was surprised when the instructor called me out saying that my punches and kicks were quick, as she was noting the "snap" from the gi. I'm just a beginner, doing this with my kids, but having a comfortable, well-made gi makes all the difference. I hate poor quality stuff, and I'm very pleased with this uniform!