The Best Mats For Korean Martial Arts
Related Product: Pro Taekwondo Martial Arts Mats 20 mm x 1x1 Meter
Korean martial arts, made popular by a variety of movie scenes, are used in military and recreational practices, as well as competitions and intense training settings. They are characterized by self-control, balance, unity, discipline, and self-defense, but the different forms of Korean martial arts vary in their specific techniques and style. Some forms combine yoga, dance, and healing practices with defense techniques.
Regardless of the specific form of Korean martial arts being practiced, having protective mats or flooring solutions in place that will help to prevent injury while still allowing for freedom of movement is crucial.
Greatmats offers the best mats available anywhere, with the following 4 being among the best and most popular:
- Pro Taekwondo Martial Arts Mats
- Premium Martial Arts Karate Mats
- Carpet Top Mats 6x42 ft x 2 Inch Poly Flexible Roll
- Grappling MMA Mats
PRO TAEKWONDO MARTIAL ARTS MATS

These mats have a thatched surface texture that is resistant to scuffing. The mats are 20mm thick, and like pieces of a puzzle, they fit together tightly and form a floating flooring solution that allows for multiple room layouts.
The professional quality puzzle mats are waterproof, lead and latex free, and made of high density, closed cell EVA foam. They deliver firmness to allow for freedom of movement, while also offering cushioning and safety from falls as well. They are used in different styles and types of Korean martial arts, in both home and professional settings.
Let’s take a look at what some of Greatmats customers are saying about using its mats for different Korean martial arts disciplines.
Taekwondo
“They stay in place and don't fray. They're soft, but not too soft... soft enough that if somebody fell on them, they'd do the job. You can do rolls or throws or self defense on the mats.''- Lorraine Reid

''With the new ones, when you do a pivot, it's this wonderful slide. I think it's amazing.''

They shared, “We can make them fit just about any size and shape of space we need. We did need to span two floors in this location and we needed to go around a doorway and through that doorway and the puzzle mats were a perfect solution.”

He said, ''They're easy to put together. They're good for safety. ... If somebody falls down or something happens, they're not on the hard floor and you-re able to spin on them - turn your bottom foot on them - without getting stuck.''

Hapkido

He shared, “You fall down and hit your head, there's still that safety component to them. They're very functional. ... I hold my own tournaments in the building now instead of having to haul everything to the high school, which is really nice.''

Grandmaster Barry Rodemaker of Tactical Hapkido Alliance in Erie, Pennsylvania uses the Taekwondo mats, as well.
He shared, “They're durable. They get marked up, but they're holding up very well. The mats I have - If you do katas or hyungs, you can perform on them, but yet, they're soft enough to take controlled takedowns. It's a really great, versatile mat.''
PREMIUM MARTIAL ARTS KARATE MATS

These mats are designed to allow for outstanding freedom of movement, and they are firm, yet flexible. They are very easy to install for a full flooring system with their interlocking design. They are also double sided and low maintenance, and they are mold, mildew, and odor resistant.
Taekwondo

Larry and Elizabeth Treger of Treger Studio of Martial Arts in Highland, Michigan have employed the Premium Martial Arts Mats in their facility.
They wrote, “The 1 inch mats we use for private lessons in our smaller space and tournaments.” He continued, “I’m glad I made the choice to purchase the products.”

He shared, “I don’t have to put a wood border around these. This product doesn’t go anywhere. The edging holds up. I’m very impressed.” He added that customizing the installation was also simple. “They cut well around corners and around poles,” he said. “We have two poles in our room.”

Tang Soo Do

Nicole said, “We LOVE these mats. They are so durable and very well made. We are still using our original 2008 set. Last year we turned them over, and changed the entire look of our Honey Brook studio, and the mats were still like brand new on the underside, which is now our training side. They are easy to clean, durable, and just a great investment.”
“They stay in place and don't fray. They're soft, but not too soft... soft enough that if somebody fell on them, they'd do the job. You can do rolls or throws or self defense on the mats.''- Master Chad Adams

Of his experience with Greatmats, he said, ''I highly recommend people to use Greatmats. The quality is great. The price is good. The service is good. I don't have any complaints. I've shopped. I don't feel there's need to buy anywhere else.''
CARPET TOP MATS 6X42 FEET X 2 INCH POLY FLEXIBLE ROLL

The mats are attractive and very robust. The convenient roll up design offers flexibility and portability, so it even works great for traveling teams and tournaments.
This mat is made to the highest quality assurance standards, providing years of performance. The super durable foam used in these mats allows for constant pounding without losing shape or cushioning, as well.
Kyuki-Do

He shared, “I like the feel, personally, of the mat itself under your feet. I was used to carpet on concrete, honestly, so it had that nice firm feeling, but when you hit the ground it's not like hitting the concrete. They're thick enough to be cushiony, but they're firm enough that you can do your techniques without sinking into the mat. They're very easy to clean.”

Greg Garves of Hudson Martial Arts Academy in Hudson, Wisc., wrote, “They have been fantastic. We also work with weapons, so there’s an occasional drop on the floor. We want something that is durable and is not going to puncture ... They hold up really well.”
GRAPPLING MMA MATS

These mats are made from highly durable EVA foam, and they work well for home, studio, and gym settings. They have a no-burn tatami texture for skin protection and tight-fitting interlocks, so they will stay put and offer protection martial artists can count on.
Hapkido
