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Yoga Mat Guide

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Material Mat Details Overall Rating & Reviews Price
Yoga Essentials® Mat (3mm) 4.1 star rating $21.98
Yoga Essentials Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Gaiam’s original, bestselling mat

Ideal for home or studio use

“This was my first mat for my first ever yoga class, and I love it. It has enough cushion for my body and is the perfect length and grip. It started to smell rubbery after awhile, but I aired it out. Perfect mat for a beginner!”
– Gaiam Customer

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Bloom Yoga Mat (3mm) 3.5 star rating $21.98
Bloom Printed Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Fresh floral pattern

Ideal for home or studio use

“I like this mat a lot – it’s comfortable but also sticky, so I don’t slide too much. In heated classes I still need one of the yoga toes mats though. Shipping was incredibly fast too – good quality, reliable site.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Tree of Life Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.4 star rating $21.98
Tree of Life Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Customer-favorite pattern

Ideal for home or studio use

“I just purchased the Tree of Life yoga mat and have used it several times. I like everything about this mat, from the inspiring tree of life image, to the color of the mat itself and the compliments I receive.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Medallions Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.2 star rating $21.98
Medallions Printed Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Medallion pattern supports proper alignment

Ideal for home or studio use

“I am very satisfied with this mat. There is a very slight smell, but I expect that to go away with time. I think any new mat would smell. This is still fairly new to me. I bought this so I could keep my alignment straight – I am fairly new to yoga. It works.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Damask Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.3 star rating $21.98
Damask Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Exclusive pattern

Ideal for home or studio use

“This mat is not only perfect in stickiness, but is a standout in class with its style. I loved it so much I got the pink mat and carry bag for my 24-year-old daughter. She loves her mat also. I have had more people ask where I got my mat. Of course, it’s Gaiam!”
– Gaiam Customer

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Tie-Dye Yoga Mat (3mm) 5.0 star rating $21.98
Tie Dye Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Fresh tie-dye print

Ideal for home or studio use

“I echo other customers’ appreciation of this mat’s non-slipperiness and would like to add that the horizontal pattern helps with aligning postures. The 3mm thickness is forgiving without being bulky. Of my three mats, this is easily my favorite.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Citrus Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.0 star rating $21.98
Eco Yoga Mat- Peace On Earth

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

Fresh, energizing color

Ideal for home or studio use

“I use this product for stretching every morning. No funny smell out of the box (as some others do). Stays put on hardwood floors.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Peace on Earth Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.7 star rating $21.98
Peace on Earth Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

Unique, inspiring print

Ideal for home or studio use

“I got this as my second yoga mat. I love world peace as my focus, because in my world of chaos, I need a little peace in my practice!”
– Gaiam Customer

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Dragonfly Hydrangea Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.9 star rating $21.98
Dragonfly Hydrangea Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

Delicate floral print

Ideal for home or studio use

“I wanted the best that I could get at a reasonable price, and I feel that I accomplished that with the purchase of this mat. This is my first yoga mat. It is a very pretty shade of pink and the design seems to fit in with the spirit of a yoga workout. It provides a good, non-slip surface without being ‘sticky.’ Not only would I recommend this mat to others, but I will not hesitate to purchase another when the need arises.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Prosperity Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.6 star rating $21.98
Prosperity Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

Graceful peony design

Ideal for home or studio use

“This mat is such a wonderful purchase. It’s a great quality mat, and it is so calming and pretty to look at. It makes me happy every time I take it to yoga or Pilates class.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Flower of Life Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.3 star rating $21.98
Flower of Life Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

Inspiring flower of life print

Ideal for home or studio use

“This makes doing my daily yoga even more enjoyable. I love the flowers and the bright color.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Zen Garden Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.4 star rating $21.98
Yoga Essentials Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

Unique Japanese-inspired print

Ideal for home or studio use

“I purchased the Zen Garden mat recently and not only did I love the color when I received it, but it also fulfilled my expectation as a functional yoga mat. I’m able to do my intermediate and advanced yoga poses with ease, and there is no slippage. It also provides the right amount of cushion for what I need in a mat. Absolutely love it!”
– Gaiam Customer

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Bamboo Print Yoga Mat (3mm) 0.0 star rating $21.98
Yoga Essentials Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Unique bamboo design

Ideal for home or studio use

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Green Tea Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.5 star rating $21.98
Green Tea Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Uniquely textured, nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Unique texture that hands and feet love

Ideal for home or studio use

“I am so glad I bought this yoga mat. It is sticky enough and also cushy, and the color is beautiful in my opinion. It’s my first personal mat – I have only used my yoga studio’s mats before, and I am very happy to have this.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Chakra Yoga Mat (3mm) 3.5 star rating $21.98
Chakra Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

Unique, grounding design

Includes chakra guide

“I was surprised how detailed and beautiful the printing was. This mat is perfect for my Kundalini practice… its bright row of chakra symbols is one of the first things I see every morning. The cushioning is good and it is lightweight enough to cart around the city with me. Great product!”
– Gaiam Customer

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The FIRM® Yoga Mat (3mm) no rating $19.98
The Firm Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

FIRM workout DVD included

Ideal for home or studio use

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The FIRM® Yoga Mat (3mm) 4.0 star rating $19.98
The Firm Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

FIRM workout DVD included

Ideal for home or studio use

“I practice yoga and Pilates six times a week, so that’s a lot of sweat and wear-and-tear on a yoga mat. I purchased this because I needed a thin sticky mat to replace my old mat. I prefer the 3mm mats like this one, because my stance and standing poses always feel more grounded. Things I love about this mat: thickness, bright blue (not distracting or obnoxious, yet cheerful), right amount of stickiness. …”
– Gaiam Customer

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Thirsty Yoga Mat Towel (2.5mm) 4.5 star rating $24.98
Thirsty Yoga Mat Towel

78% polyester, 22% nylon

Soft, absorbent microfiber

68"L x 24"W

Absorbent layer for hot yoga

Dries quickly

“I’ve been using my Thirsty Yoga Towel for two weeks now and I LOVE it! I can use it as a blanket during meditation and as a towel during sweaty Bikram sessions. My mat is on the thin side, so sometimes I lay my Thirsty Towel on top for added cushion – it even sticks to the mat! It dries quickly and has become an all-purpose wonder tool for my yoga practice. I highly recommend having one (the large towel is the same size as a standard yoga mat).”
– Gaiam Customer

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Wisdom Yoga Mat (3mm) 3.4 star rating $29.98
Wisdom Mat

Natural rubber; Latex-free; 6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Made from 100% renewable material

Biodegradable

“Instead of buying an $80 eco rubber mat from another company, I picked this one up. I have loved it from day one! It is soft, but supportive. My hands grip so easily, from arm balances to crescent pose. As a yoga teacher, I also look for durability, and I’m going four months strong of everyday practice and teaching and it still looks mint! … Namaste! THANKS AGAIN GAIAM!”
– Gaiam Customer

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Eco Reversible Peacock Yoga Mat (3mm) 3.8 star rating $29.98
Eco Reversible Yoga Mat

TPE; Latex-free; PVC-free

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Created from nontoxic TPE

Reversible with two fresh colors

“I really like this mat. The two-tone color is nice, and there is a subtle print on both sides as well. I like a bit cushier mat, but this one was quite soft, which helped with the comfort factor. Overall, a great purchase.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Reversible Travel Yoga Mat (1.5mm) 2.0 star rating $29.98
Reversible Travel Yoga Mat

Rubber on one side, microfiber on the other

Absorbs sweat and increases grip

68"L x 24"W

Extra thin for travel

Absorbent layer for hot yoga

“I think the concept is great – and for me, portability was the issue, so it fulfilled that need. However, when I actually used it, the mat on the sticky side was too sticky and bunched up. On the smooth side, it was too smooth, thus my hands and feet couldn’t grip, and my form was compromised.”
– Gaiam Customer

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2-in-1 Yoga Mat (3.5mm) 4.0 star rating $29.98
2 In 1 Yoga Mat

PVC on one side, microfiber on the other

Latex-free; 6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface on one side

68"L x 24"W

Absorbent quilted microfiber on one side for hot yoga

Thicker for extra cushioning

“This 2-in-1 mat is excellent for Bikram yoga! It is extremely easy to clean and you just leave it out to dry. I highly recommend it!”
– Gaiam Customer

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Audio Yoga Mat (4mm) 4.9 star rating $29.98
Yoga Essentials Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Built-in speaker for MP3 or iPod® player

Thicker for extra cushioning

“What a fun new mat! The design and color are lovely, the ‘stickiness’ is a good amount, and the little speaker in the corner is really cool. I love being able to hook up my iPod® and play music or yoga podcasts in such a portable way. Now I don’t have to be near an outlet or stereo system. Nice!”
– Gaiam Customer

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Cabernet Yoga Mat (4mm) 3.7 star rating $29.98
Cabernet Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

72"L x 24"W

4 inches longer than a standard mat

Thicker for extra cushioning

“I recently started attending Bikram yoga classes – this mat is long enough (I’m 5'9") and sturdy enough for me. I also love the color. Great job!”
– Gaiam Customer

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Premium Sticky Yoga Mat (5mm) 4.4 star rating $29.98
Premium Sticky Yoga Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Extra-sticky, non-slip surface

68"L x 24"W

Twice as thick as a standard mat

Perfect for more demanding yoga

 

“I have not seen a mat with this much cushion anywhere else. As soon as I opened it from the box, I knew this mat was different than the others. You can see the thickness without touching it. I need the extra padding, as it’s hard to put weight on my knees for floor exercises. This mat stays put, and I don’t slide when stretching or doing yoga poses. Now I can do floor exercises without pain and discomfort in my knees or my back. It’s a great mat: sticky, padded and doesn’t move while exercising.”
– Gaiam Customer

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Reversible Yoga Mat (4mm) 3.2 star rating $39.98
Reversible Yoga Mat

TPE; Latex-free; PVC-free

Light-tack,
nonslip surface

68"L x 24"W

Superior cushioning

Created from nontoxic TPE

“I love this mat! It’s lightweight, has a good grip, is nice and thick and is latex-free!”
– Gaiam Customer

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The FIRM® Yoga Express Premium Mat (5mm) 5.0 star rating $27.98
The FIRM® Yoga Express Premium Mat

PVC; Latex-free;
6P-free (6 most harmful phthalates)

Light-tack,
nonslip surface


68"L x 24"W

Extra thick for maximum comfort

Ideal for hot yoga

“I already had a yoga mat, but it was very thin, and I have problems with pain in my lower back. After purchasing this firmer, slightly thicker mat, I’m enjoying yoga again without the discomfort to my back. It was worth the money spent!”
– Gaiam Customer

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