by euzebra | Jan 14, 2019 | Other
Where to hang and mount bags in a martial arts or MMA facility is one of the more complicated aspects of facility design. Spatial limitations are usually a problem, as most facility owners do not own as large of a facility as some of the major organizations, but even...
by euzebra | Jan 7, 2019 | Other
When planning out the perfect MMA facility, there are so many things that go into it. When it is all said and done, it needs to come out perfect. One aspect of this process is displaying your brand to maximize awareness in the space. Zebra has helped hundreds of gyms...
by euzebra | Jan 3, 2019 | Other
You’ve made one of the biggest investments in your gym — quality martial arts mats. When treated right, Zebra mats can last you 15 – 20 years. We’ve done everything on our end to make sure that your mats are the very best in the industry. What, then, can you do on...
by euzebra | Dec 19, 2018 | Other
By: Nick Bez If the Gracie’s do it, there’s your sign. At first glance, they may seem like opposites, yoga with its the meditative qualities and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with its combative and competitive nature. However, they are an excellent pairing. If you’ve seen the...
by euzebra | Nov 28, 2018 | Other
As far as the hierarchy of mats go, puzzle mats lie somewhere in the middle, but that does not make them the wrong choice, depending on the facility and the martial arts disciplines practiced there. There are four main reasons why puzzle mats may be the right choice...
by euzebra | Nov 12, 2018 | Other
Just because functional fitness is completely different from MMA and martial arts in general, this doesn’t mean your facility cannot benefit from offering these types of classes. In fact, there are four good reasons for you to consider adding fitness classes to your...
by euzebra | Nov 8, 2018 | Other
By Brent “Trig” Peters As a U.S. Army Veteran, Combatives Instructor and Criminal Justice Major, I’ve had the opportunity to train with several highly-skilled martial arts and self-defense practitioners. Throughout that time, curious minds always seemed to...
by euzebra | Nov 1, 2018 | Other
We know what you’re thinking: Isn’t Zebra Athletics an MMA and Martial Arts facility outfitter? While historically that may be true, we have exploded onto the yoga scene and have outfitted yoga studios across the country with industry-leading yoga flooring for years....
by euzebra | Oct 19, 2018 | Other
When purchasing martial arts mats and other equipment for your facility, you have a big choice to make: install it yourself or hire a professional to do it for you. While most Zebra customers install their own equipment – it’s not very hard – some choose to hire our...
by euzebra | Oct 11, 2018 | Other
Have questions about yoga tiles? You’ve come to the right place! We enjoy providing answers, dispelling rumors and helping people just like you make the best decisions for your facility. We get a lot of questions, so we’ve compiled the most frequently asked questions...
by euzebra | Sep 28, 2018 | Other
No matter which martial art you practice – from BJJ to taekwondo – your facility can (and should) be considered a business, which means increasing the number of students you have is a primary concern. While most martial arts facility owners are great teachers, not all...
by euzebra | Sep 27, 2018 | Other
Taekwondo training requires martial arts mats that not only protect athletes when they hit the mat, but also provides the stability they need to perform head-height kicks, spins, jumps and other stand-up techniques. While some facilities choose puzzle mats, often for...
by euzebra | Aug 31, 2018 | Other
We are commonly asked, “Which mats are best for BJJ training” by facility owners. As a major martial arts discipline, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is quickly growing across the U.S., and we are outfitting facilities in nearly every state in the country. While many martial arts...
by euzebra | Aug 22, 2018 | Other
Wabi-sabi, the art of embracing imperfection, dictates that “nothing lasts, nothing is finished, nothing is perfect.” The same can be said about your yoga studio; it will forever be a work in progress. Whether you have recently purchased a studio or are looking to...
by euzebra | Aug 15, 2018 | Other
Open and closed cell foam are terms you might hear when shopping for mats for your MMA or martial arts facility or yoga studio. While mats made with closed cell foam will provide some protection to your students, the most protective martial arts mats in the industry...
by euzebra | Jul 26, 2018 | Other
Cleaning yoga flooring is no one’s favorite chore, but it’s an absolute must for studios. It’s not something you should do infrequently, either. Nothing will turn yoga students off more than the smell that is left behind by an unkempt yoga studio. Thankfully, cleaning...
