Choosing the Right Yoga Mat for Class and Home

You may have noticed that we have a HUGE selection of different kinds of Yoga Mats at YogaDirect.com. With so many choices, it may be hard to choose a Yoga Mat that fits all of your criteria, including price range, what classes you are going to use the mat for, and much more! Here's a few helpful tips that will assist in your Yoga Mat buying decision-making:

On our Yoga Mats page, you'll see 4 different categories of Yoga Mats. In this blog, I will break down the sections for you to help you choose the best mat!

If you are looking for a basic Yoga Mat, check out our Classic Yoga Mat section. This section contains our lowest-priced Yoga Mats in many different styles, colors, and thicknesses.

If you're new to yoga and unsure how devoted you'll be to downward dog a month from now, consider the Classic Yoga Mats. They are a popular and affordable choice among yogis at every level - a great value for the budget-conscious novice. If you're an instructor, these discount yoga mats are a low-cost way to stock your studio.

Advanced yogis or those with sensitive elbows and knees will appreciate the added comfort of our quarter-inch yoga mats, which are twice as thick as average yoga mats.


Classic Yoga Mats

For frequent travelers who prefer to practice in their hotel rooms, pick something that's thin and light. Our Travel and Air Yoga Mats will free you of a heavy, bulky load. (Don't forget a bag to tote your mat around.)

If you'd prefer a more "high tech" Yoga Mat, then check out our Premium Yoga Mat section. The Yoga Mats here are cost a bit more, but it is because the mats are made out of special materials like Micro-Fiber or cotton.

Bikram and other hot yoga followers may prefer the Microban Yoga Mats that repel bacteria and fungus, or the Arama Microfiber Yoga Mats, which are four times more absorbent than cotton. We also offer Microfiber Towels that you can place over standard mats.


Premium Yoga Mats

If you are looking for a Yoga Mat that is a different size, shape, or appearance than a regular Yoga Mat, take a look at our Specialized Yoga Mat section. This section contains round mats, square mats, long mats, short mats, and more!



Specialized Yoga Mats

Finally, the last section on our Yoga Mats page is for Kids! Our fun Children's Yoga Mats come in a variety of different colors and designs and are the perfect size for kids, so they can feel special when they practice Yoga!


Children's Yoga Mats

We guarantee you'll find the perfect fit at an excellent price! If you ever need any assistance in purchasing a Yoga Mat from YogaDirect.com or any of our other high quality products, do not hesitate to give us a call at 1-800-331-8233. Namaste!