What Are the Best Martial Arts Mats for Home?
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Features to Look for in the Best Martial Arts Mats for Home Use
Choosing home martial arts mats isn’t always a straightforward process, since you’ll want to consider the unique factors that you’ll face with your personal space. Consider these different features as you narrow down your options.Shock Absorption
Shock absorption and the overall quality of the mats are a must. If you’ll be practicing takedowns and floor work, like wrestling, then consider buying a thicker mat, which offers increased shock absorption. Our mats generally range from ¾ to 1 ½ inches thick. The thicker mats provide increased athlete safety and are typically backed by higher fall height protection ratings.
Mat Surface Texture
MMA mats are available in several surface textures, so it’s important to choose a texture that works well with the types of martial arts you’ll be doing.
- Tatami mats feature a surface texture that resembles a rice texture. Tatami mats are designed to help prevent mat burns from the flooring, so they’re ideal for MMA and BJJ.
- Smooth mats have a smooth, leather-type texture. This type of mat surface is ideal for striking and spinning, so they’re a good choice for Karate, Taekwondo, and other striking arts.
- Gym mats have a different type of smooth texture since they feature a vinyl surface. These mats are preferred for throwing and grappling arts like judo, BJJ, and Jiu-Jitsu.
- Thatch mats have a surface that’s very scuff and scratch-resistant, so these mats are ideal for boxing, kung fu, and muay Thai.
- Carpet mats feature a surface that helps take the sting out of falls. These mats are highly resistant, so they’re a popular choice for martial arts weapons training.
Mat Size
Consider the mat size, too. Our 2x2-foot mats are much easier to move around and are cheaper to ship than the 1x1-meter mats that you might find in a dojo. These smaller mats are easier to install, too, so they’re a popular choice for home use. You can easily create a 10x10-foot training space, and if you need to use the space for other purposes, you can remove and store the mats until you train again.
Explore different mat styles, too. Puzzle mats easily fit together and can be quickly removed. Roll out mats are another popular option since you can set them up in minutes and then store them away again.
The Best Martial Arts Mats for Home
At Greatmats, we have an excellent selection of martial arts mats for home use. We’ve highlighted some of the top mat styles and options.Puzzle Mats for Home
Home BJJ Mats
The Home BJJ Mats feature a no-skin-burn tatami surface that makes them a great choice for ground fighting. The mats are firm enough to support stand-up martial arts, and at 2x2 feet, they’re easy to install.
Home Sport and Play Mat
Our Home Sport and Play Mats have a scuff-resistant texture that’s durable enough to withstand athletic shoes. The mats are durable and long-lasting, and they’re excellent for stand-up fighting.
Roll Out Mats for Home
Home Martial Arts Flexi-Roll Mat Tatami Surface
The Home Martial Arts Flexi-Roll Mat Tatami Surface is crafted from lightweight but resilient polyethylene foam. The mat kit includes two of the mats and one roll of clear tape that allows you to connect the two mats together, creating a 10x10-foot space. These mats are ideal for BJJ, jiu-jitsu, and grappling practice.
Home Martial Arts Flexi-Connect Mat Tatami Surface
The Home Martial Arts Flexi-Connect Mat Tatami Surface is also available with a hook and loop connection. The hook and loop connections allow for easy and repeated setup, so you can remove the mats when you’re done practicing and then quickly install them again.
Home Wrestling Flexi-Roll Mat Smooth Surface
Our Home Wrestling Flexi-Roll Mat Smooth Surface is a lightweight mat that is easy to set up. It’s been infused with a biocidal to help maintain a hygienic practice surface.
Folding Mats
Gym Mats 2 Inch x 5x10 Ft.
The Gym Mats 2 Inch x 5x10 Ft. feature a foam core for extra cushioning, and the vinyl cover is designed to withstand rough treatment. The mats fold down for storage and portability, and they feature hook and loop connectors on all four sides so you can connect multiple mats together.
Optional Wall Padding
Our Safety Wall Pad can further enhance the safety of your home practice space. The pad features two-inch-thick foam to help absorb the energy of an impact with your wall.