Aikido

Aikido mats for ukemi practice and regular throws

Flowing throws, joint locks and control techniques in aikido are interspersed with ukemi, the practice of falling safely. Repeated rolls and returns to standing require a balance of cushioning and stability. For instructors planning a dojo floor, the starting point is the content of the classes themselves.

For regular throws and falls, we recommend 4 cm EVA foam for greater cushioning. Less intensive sessions and beginner groups may suit 3 cm, depending on the exercises involved. This version is firmer than 4 cm and provides more stable footing. Participants' experience alone is not enough to determine the surface: the way training is conducted also matters.

A rice-straw texture gives aikido mats a classic dojo appearance. Consider texture for its look and grip, and assess cushioning through foam thickness and density. Modules measuring 100x100 cm can be trimmed to suit the room. Reversible colour options provide a choice of appearance, and individual modules can be replaced without dismantling the floor.

Send the room dimensions, subfloor type and details of your ukemi and throwing exercises. We can discuss thickness in relation to those sessions and help plan module placement and colours that suit your dojo. Compare the complete range of 2 cm mats, 3 cm mats and 4 cm mats. Speak to our team or call: 576 586 444.