Prepping Floors for Martial Arts Mats Installation

Prepping Floors for Martial Arts Mats Installation

The installation of martial arts mats begins with prepping the floor that the mats will be installed on top of. As with most remodeling projects, preparation is the key to a great finished product. If you do not take some time to prep the your flooring, you won’t get...
The Hardest Part of Being a Female Fighter

The Hardest Part of Being a Female Fighter

By Kaitlin Young In countless conversations and interviews over the years, I’ve been asked about the difficulties I’ve come across in my profession, and, more specifically, the difficulties of taking on fighting as a female. There are times where blatant sexism,...
Three Qualities You Need in Good Hot Yoga Flooring

Three Qualities You Need in Good Hot Yoga Flooring

If you run a hot yoga studio, or a yoga studio that offers hot yoga classes, the best investment you can make for your facility is quality hot yoga flooring. Choosing the right yoga flooring can make or break your studio’s success as well as the experience for each...
Color Trends In Gyms and Training Facilities

Color Trends In Gyms and Training Facilities

When it comes to MMA and martial arts gyms, the facilities generally have a aesthetic style that evokes a familiar feeling when you walk through the door. Many gyms favor strong, bold colors — red, black and gray, with yellow and blue rounding up the top five. This...
How to Build a Martial Arts Home Gym

How to Build a Martial Arts Home Gym

Is it your dream of building a complete martial arts or MMA home gym? Whether you want to train full time from the comfort of your own home or want to put in extra time outside your normal training routine, a martial arts home gym is the perfect way to put in the...
Choosing Between Roll-out Mats, Flat Mats and Puzzle Mats

Choosing Between Roll-out Mats, Flat Mats and Puzzle Mats

There are three types of martial arts mats that are commonly used by facilities: There is the classic roll-out mat, known best for its use in wrestling. There is the flat mat, typically rectangular in shape and of varying thicknesses. Then there is the puzzle mat, the...
Installing Martial Arts Mats in Unique Spaces

Installing Martial Arts Mats in Unique Spaces

Choosing a space for your gym is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. While location plays a huge role in the success of your facility, what do you do when you’ve found the perfect spot for your gym but are faced with an oddly-shaped interior? The Right...
Think Puzzle Mats are Just for Martial Arts? Think Again!

Think Puzzle Mats are Just for Martial Arts? Think Again!

Whether being used at home or in the gym, there are many uses for puzzle mats, making them one of the most versatile and affordable options for flooring. While Zebra’s puzzle mats are ideal for MMA, martial arts and yoga facilities, there are a lot of alternative uses...
Your Complete Martial Arts Mats Installation Guide

Your Complete Martial Arts Mats Installation Guide

Thinking about getting new martial arts mats for your facility? Not sure what happens after you make your purchase? Not to worry, Zebra has all the resources you need to get the job done right, the first time. While you can hire someone to help install your mats, you...
Going Green at Your Gym

Going Green at Your Gym

With the costs of running a gym increasing and the growing availability of environmentally-friendly solutions that benefit both gym owners and the environment, it’s easier and more important than ever to take steps to make your gym ‘green.’ Flooring...
How to Prepare Your Ring or Cage Before Putting on an Event

How to Prepare Your Ring or Cage Before Putting on an Event

Whether your promotion is local, regional, or international, one of the keys to success is having the right equipment. The first decision to make is whether to use a ring or a cage. Rings are more versatile and can be used for boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, and pro...
Three Qualities You Need in Good Hot Yoga Flooring

6 Considerations to Make When Shopping for Yoga Flooring

Building or renovating a yoga studio comes with a healthy dose of decisions that need to be made, one of which is the type of yoga flooring to use. There are many different yoga flooring materials to choose from, and not all are created equal. If you are looking for a...
Fighting Germs at Your Martial Arts Facility

Fighting Germs at Your Martial Arts Facility

Martial arts facility owners have a lot on their minds. From running their business, to training their students, managing their finances, and everything else that comes with the title, there’s no shortage of things to do. Even if you feel like there’s a lot going on,...