Tatami: the Sidea selection
Tatami is not simply a floor covering. It is the surface upon which the quality of training is built: it determines the cushioning of falls, stability in ground positions and the safety of practitioners during every session. The Sidea range comprises 11 products, including modular panels, edging options and finishing accessories, all designed for professional settings. Two main ranges — EVA and Floor — They differ in terms of material, surface finish and area of application, with thicknesses of 2 and 4 cm to suit the specific requirements of each discipline or environment.
Who is the tatami for?
The most obvious application is in martial arts or combat sports gyms. Judo, karate, jiu-jitsu, wrestling: all disciplines that require a surface offering good impact absorption, controlled grip and resistance to abrasion. But tatami has a wider range of applications than one might think.
In recent years, it has also become a recurring feature in areas such as Functional Training, where floor work — Turkish get-ups, mobility exercises, rolling patterns — requires a softer surface than standard technical rubber. The same applies to sessions of Group Activity: yoga, Pilates, group core training. In these contexts, the 2 cm thickness is often sufficient, whilst the 4 cm option is the right choice when falls are an integral part of the programme.
Fitness trainers use it as an area dedicated to proprioceptive training and Balance Training, utilising the material’s controlled give to stimulate the neuromuscular response. Sports schools, multi-purpose sports centres and CrossFit boxes that incorporate grappling or mobility sessions will find the modular tatami to be the most flexible solution: it can be installed, removed and reconfigured.
How to choose the right tatami mat
The first factor is thickness. 2 cm is suitable for activities involving limited impact: floor exercises, stretching, yoga and light functional training. 4 cm is required when throws, controlled falls or jumps form part of the programme — any structured martial art falls into this category.
The second parameter is the type of surface. The EVA range features an interlocking puzzle-style texture, which is practical for modular installations on existing surfaces. The Floor range has a different structure, designed for settings where long-term panel stability and a more uniform aesthetic are prioritised. Both are available in a grey-black combination; the EVA range also includes red-blue and red-grey variants, which are useful when a visual distinction between zones is required (for example, the competition area as opposed to the warm-up area).
Third element: the edging. Tatami panels with interlocking edges leave the edges exposed unless fitted with the appropriate edging. Sidea offers compatible EVA edging — available for both thicknesses — which eliminates the perimeter step, reduces the risk of tripping and improves the overall appearance of the installation. It is not merely a cosmetic accessory: it is a functional safety feature.
Finally, the number of panels required. The quantity needed obviously depends on the surface area to be covered, but it is advisable to allow for a margin of 5–10% to account for any perimeter cuts or future replacements.
Sidea products for tatami mats
The range is divided into three distinct groups:
EVA tatami mats — available in 2 cm (red-blue and red-grey) and 4 cm (red-blue), with a puzzle-style interlocking system. Suitable for modular installations in multi-purpose spaces. Compatible edging strips (2 cm and 4 cm) complete the range.
Tatami Floor — available in 2 cm and 4 cm thicknesses in grey-black. A more uniform and compact surface, suitable for dedicated training areas and permanent installations.
Tatami Edge — available in grey-black in thicknesses of 2 cm and 4 cm, designed to complement or integrate with existing layouts featuring an integrated edge profile.
All products can be combined to create cohesive training areas. Sidea also offers layout advice through its Gym Design service, which includes 3D renderings, proving useful when designing new spaces or refurbishing existing ones.
Why choose Sidea
Sidea has been operating in the professional fitness equipment sector since 1999, with a warehouse covering over 4,000 m² and a product range developed over time to meet the actual needs of gyms, fitness trainers and sports centres. The tatami range is no exception: each product has been selected to meet specific requirements, not simply to fill a catalogue. The technical team is on hand to guide your choice according to the discipline, the available space and the objectives of the installation — with the same attention to detail as for any other componentand professional equipment.
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