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What Are the Best Judo and Martial Arts Crash Pads?

By Paige Cerulli

Created: Nov, 2024

Whether you’re building a martial arts studio or want to create a practice space in your home, investing in quality mats is essential. A Judo crash pad offers the shock absorption and cushion needed to help maximize safety during throwing, pinning, and takedowns. At Greatmats, we stock many quality Judo crash mats.

Essential Qualities of a Judo Crash Pad

Unlike other martial arts, Judo focuses primarily on throwing and pinning. That means that athletes sustain repeated falls and impacts, which can lead to injuries like concussions, abrasions, fractures, sprains, and strains.

A Judo crash mat measuring at least 1.5 inches thick can help to maximize safety, absorbing the shock of a throw or pin. A two-inch-thick landing mat offers the best shock absorption, and it can also be used to create a safe space to practice wrestling, gymnastics, and other martial arts.

When choosing a crash pad for Judo, look for a pad that’s made with quality, durable materials. These pads are available in many different designs, so consider whether a portable floor is helpful or if a more permanent installation might be best.

The Best Judo and Martial Arts Crash Pads

We have numerous landing pads and crash pads suitable for Judo and martial arts for sale at Greatmats. Any of these mats would be an excellent addition to your home or professional studio.

Grappling MMA Mats


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The Grappling MMA Mats are 1.5-inch-thick mats crafted from quality EVA foam. The mats feature a four-foot fall height rating and provide the cushion needed to protect athletes during falls. While the mats offer plenty of shock absorption, they also create a firm surface that supports standup work and quick movements.

The mats’ tatami texture helps protect athletes against skin burns, a valuable quality during takedowns. The surface is also waterproof, so cleaning up after training is easy.

With their puzzle-style edges, the mats fit together tightly for an easy and secure installation. They’re reversible, too, and feature different colors on each side. You can reverse mats to create different patterns and boundaries, and can easily remove worn mats as needed.



Gym Mats


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Our Gym Mats are two-inch-thick polyethylene foam mats with durable vinyl covers. The mats offer the shock absorption needed for floor work to help maximize athlete safety and comfort. Features like a thick vinyl cover and double-stitched seams make the mats durable and a long-lasting investment in your space.

Since the mats are foldable, they’re ideal for temporary cushioning needs. They can be stored or transported easily; each 50-square-foot mat weighs just 36 pounds. You can also connect multiple mats to create a larger practice space.



Roll Out Mats


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Also easily portable, our Roll Out Mats are two-inch polyethylene foam mats that are lightweight. The mats can be easily rolled out and up, so you can store them away when not in use. The mats are available with a vinyl top in a smooth or tatami texture, and the foam is flame-bonded to the vinyl for durability.

At two inches thick, these mats help maximize shock absorption. They measure six feet wide and can be cut to any desired length. They’re available in various colors, and you can order them with custom graphics.



Training Crash Mat Non-Fold


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The Training Crash Mat Non-Fold is a four-inch mat with a polyurethane foam interior, so it delivers superior shock absorption. The mat features a durable vinyl-coated polyester surface, and its 4x8-foot size makes it a versatile addition to your home or professional training space.

With its excellent shock absorption, the mat is suitable for martial arts, as well as for gymnastics and aerial arts. The polyester surface is easy to clean, and the mat features polyester web handles so you can easily move it around.



Cushion Crash Mat Non-Fold


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One of our thickest mats, the Cushion Crash Mat Non-Fold is an eight-inch-thick mat designed to protect martial arts athletes. It features a polyurethane foam interior and a durable polyester surface cover. The mat measures 5x10 feet, providing plenty of training coverage. It also features breather mesh sides, creating safe compression for maximum athlete comfort and safety.

The mat has nylon web handles, so you can easily move it around. Its 18-ounce vinyl-coated polyester cover and heavy-duty YKK zippers make it a durable and long-lasting investment.

Order Your Judo Crash Pads from Greatmats

With numerous quality crash pads to choose from, Greatmats is your go-to source for your Judo and martial arts pads. If you have any questions, contact our customer service team today. Our flooring experts can answer your questions, provide shipping quotes, and are happy to help you determine which product is best for your martial arts studio.