Hemp Yoga & Meditation Mats
Natural Rubber Yoga Mats
Hemp Yoga Mat Bag
Hemp Yoga Strap

• How is your hemp yoga mat different?
  
  It's a thick 38 oz/sq yard soft & rustic woven mat that's as pure and natural as they come. It's perfect for the inclusive philosophy of yoga which stipulates that all life forms, including planet earth, be respected. What better way to do that than practice on a sustainably made hemp yoga mat that's free of the stuff that harms the earth and you?
  
  
• Is there a rubber backing on your hemp yoga mat?
  
  No. We purposely did not use any rubber per customer request and concern. We want our hemp yoga mat to be as pure, sustainable, and natural as possible. See ways to add a grip surface to your hemp yoga mat in the next heading.
  
  
• What surface is your hemp yoga mat good for?
  
  
• It's ideal for carpeted or other gripping or frictive floors of many homes and yoga studios. In our yoga studio, there is a rather rough coir carpet (which provides a lot of traction) which does an amazing job of keeping the hemp yoga mat in place even through the difficult stretch poses. See photo at top.
  
  
• To use with a smooth surface, you'd need some kind of a non-slip backing. Untreated natural latex backing for carpets or rugs would do just fine.
  
  
• Many customers also use the hemp yoga mat ON TOP of their regular rubber yoga mats (or those provided by yoga studios). This way, during practice, which always involves deep inhalations, they are shielded from the chemical outgassing of conventional yoga mats in addition to having a softer surface of the hemp yoga mat to practice on.
  
  
• For those using this hemp mat as a meditation mat or yoga prop, any surface is perfectly fine, of course.
  
  
• Compatibility: Of the grip type, non-skid yoga mats available out there, we've found 100% natural rubber yoga mats to be the safest. All foam yoga mats contain PVC, which is really toxic to human and planetary health, especially during deep breathing. Although comparatively healthier than foam mats, natural rubber yoga mats still smell (outgas) pretty badly, plus the surface feels unnatural against the the skin. That's why our customers use our hemp yoga mats on top of open-cell natural rubber yoga mat if they need a non-skid practice surface. This accomplishes 2 things: 1) it protects against the smell (and hence any chemical outgassing) of the natural rubber mat 2) it provides a soft and natural contact with the skin. Hemp fabric wicks away moisture at a fast rate and is naturally anti-bacterial, so it's an ideal material for mindful yoga practice.
  
• Do you have a hemp yoga mat carrier to go with your hemp yoga mat?
  
  Absolutely! Our Organic Hemp Yoga Sling Bag is designed to fit our Organic Hemp Yoga Mat to perfection. Click here to view photo, read more, or to buy.
  
  
• How do I care for my hemp yoga mat?
  
  

  The hemp yoga mats - meditation mats are machine washable (front loader recommended) in warm or cold water with like colors using a mild, biodegradable detergent. They are best hung or laid flat to dry. If you wish, you may machine dry them at low heat/air dry setting (remove promptly) but we generally do not recommend it as excessive linting may occur.

If you are looking for a natural, eco-friendly alternative to sticky synthetic yoga mats full of all manners of chemicals, then our Organic Hemp Yoga & Meditation Mats maybe for you. Our 100% Hemp Yoga & Meditation Mats are made from certified organic European hemp that is processed without chemicals of any kind for true purity and environmental sustainability.

You'll love our organic hemp yoga meditation mats if you're looking to lie on something natural, organic, and soft during your yoga session so that you can really let go of worries about synthetic and dusty carpets and be in the moment (many yoga studios have carpeted or other synthetic, dust-filled flooring).

Of course, for meditation, the type of floor is not an issue. For a sitting meditation, you may want to fold the mat twice or three times so you have a thicker cushion under while you sit. Rolled up, the hemp yoga and meditation mats make a great impromptu pillow and lower back support too. We've also found that the Eco Hemp Yoga Meditation Mats are good for the second (eco hemp mat to lie on) and third (folded up for knee support) of the Five Tibetan Rejuvenation Rites as bare floors can be hard on the knees in the long run.

Those who practice yoga on hardwood floors would do best to get widely available naturally-processed latex backing that they can sew onto our hemp yoga mats or simply put under the hemp mats when needed.

The heart of yoga is oneness — unity with self and the world around us. What better way to be there than starting with synthetic-free, plastic-free, chemical-free, and toxin-free organic hemp mats on which to perform your asana's?

• What are Jade mats made of?
  Jade mats are made with natural rubber and contain no PVC or other synthetic rubbers. Natural rubber is tapped, like maple syrup, from a rubber tree, a sustainable, renewable resource. We use natural rubber because it grips better and has more cushion than any of the synthetic rubbers on the market (PVC, PER, TPE, EVA). It is also better for the earth as it is made sustainably. In addition to natural rubber, our mats contain both natural and man-made components. The precise components of our mats are proprietary (the last thing we want is someone knocking off our mats overseas); Jade mats contain no PVC's, heavy metals or ozone depleting substances. All components are approved by FDA for use in rubber in continuous contact with food.
  
  
• Is there latex in Jade mats?
  Although Jade mats are 99% latex free, as they from a rubber tree, there may be trace amounts of latex proteins in the mats so we recommend persons with latex allergies avoid contact with our mats.
  
  
• Where are Jade mats made?
  Jade mats are made in the United States in compliance with all US environmental, labor and consumer safety laws.
  
  
• What makes Jade mats eco-friendly?
  Jade mats are eco-friendly as they are made with a renewable, sustainable resource - natural rubber, tapped from rubber trees. Jade mats contain no PVC or other synthetic rubbers. Perhaps most importantly, Jade mats are made in the United States in compliance with all US environmental and labor laws. Finally, through its partnership with Trees for the Future, Jade Yoga plants a tree for every mat sold.
  
  
• When will that rubber smell go away?
  The natural rubber smell will dissipate over time. The best way to accelerate this process is to air the mat out in a well ventilated area - maybe even in front of a fan - but not in direct sunlight. Because natural rubber has natural variations in smell, and everyone has different sensitivities, the amount of time it takes for the smell to dissipate varies. For most people a week or two is enough, but for some people it may take a couple months (but just like with a car tire or bike tire or anything made of rubber, even then there will be some residual smell.)
  
  
• How do I wash my mat?
  As Jade mats act like sponges - and hold water, we recommend simple wiping the surface of your mat on a regular basis with plain water. If your mat needs an occasional deep cleaning, that is fine, but you should be aware that as Jade mats act like sponges, holding soap and water, you must be prepared to thoroughly rinse and dry your mat. You can wash your mats by soaking in a bathtub, hosing it off or in a front loading washing machine (no agitator) on gentle. We recommend a mild soap. Do not use oils, solvents or harsh abrasives. The mat should then be hung or laid flat to dry. DO NOT DRY IN OR ALLOW PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT.
  
  
• What do you mean by "Buy a mat. We plant a tree?"
  While it has always been our goal to make the best performing yoga mat on the market and we are very proud that Harmony is made with natural rubber, a renewable resource, contains no PVC or ozone depleting substances and is made in the United States in compliance with US environmental laws -- we felt we could and should do even more. We looked for a partner to help us give back to the earth and found Trees for the Future to be the right choice. What we like about Trees for the Future is that they work with local communities on projects that are environmentally and economically sustainable. They are not about going in and dictating what they are going to do, doing it and walking away. They engage the local community which leads to a project that can continue long after Trees for the Future has left. Trees for the Future works to develop and implement programs to improve living standards for the participants, by the careful management, rather than the exploitation, of our natural resources. Through this partnership with Trees for the Future, we plant a tree for every yoga mat we sell.

• Green your practice with a Natural Fitness Natural Rubber Yoga Mat.
• Made from natural rubber, a sustainable and biodegradable material, these mats offer superb traction and a high-rebound dense cushion.
• Natural Rubber
• No PVC
• Zero Impact Program
• Biodegradable
• Reversible – two earth colors per mat
• Free of cadmium, lead, and phthalates

Store your Natural Fitness natural rubber yoga mat in a cool, dark area. Do not store in direct sunlight or spaces subject to high temperatures. Clean your natural rubber yoga mat using a soft cloth and warm water or an all natural yoga mat spray cleanser. DO NOT use chemical cleaners or submerge/soak your natural rubber mat.