5 Custom Mat Projects, Priced: Real Numbers for Real Gyms
Budget-scoping a custom mat order is hard without reference points. Here are five real-world project types with ballpark estimates at our current $5/sq ft reference
How to Measure Your Space for Custom Mats (Without Expensive Mistakes)
Custom mats are built to the exact measurements you give us. If you hand us the wrong numbers, the mats arrive looking great but fitting
Tatami vs. Dappled vs. Smooth: Which Mat Texture Is Right for Your Gym?
Three textures, three very different training experiences. Here is how to pick the right one for your space. Tatami — the BJJ/Judo standard Rice-grain texture.
Wall Mats 101: When You Need Them, When You Do Not
Wall mats protect your walls and students during throws. Here is how to decide. You need them if: You teach Judo or wrestling. Kids classes.
Factory Direct vs. Retailer: Why Custom Mats Cost 40% Less
If you are pricing custom mats and seeing $10-$14/sq ft at retailers, here is the markup stack: Manufacturer: $3-$4/sq ft Distributor: $5-$6/sq ft Retailer: $9-$14/sq
BJJ Mat Thickness: IBJJF Standards and Home Gym Tradeoffs
IBJJF standards For IBJJF competition, mats must be at least 40mm thick and meet a shock-absorption standard. Most Gracie Barra schools use 50mm. Home gym
How Quality Mats Boost Martial Arts Academy Performance
How Quality Mats Influence Martial Arts Academy Performance The foundation of a successful martial arts academy starts long before the first class begins. While instructors
Jiu Jitsu Mats for Competition: Professional BJJ Gear
Jiu Jitsu Mats for Competition: The Ultimate Foundation for Performance The energy of a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournament is unmistakable. Athletes prepare for months to test
Championship Wrestling Mats: Professional Gear by ATX MATS
Championship Wrestling Mats: The Ultimate Foundation for Elite Performance Elite competition demands a surface that matches the intensity of the athletes. For high-level tournaments and
