What Should I Look For When Buying An Inflatable Mat For Tumbling

If heavier gymnasts or adults are using the mat, thickness is important so that you can be sure that the cushioning is adequate and safe. At maximum inflation this shouldn't be too much of a problem as the surface of a properly inflated air mat will be firm and solid. Another consideration regarding the distance from the ground is that when mounting the mat from the floor below, the position of your hands may feel slightly different if the mat is a few inches higher. However, this will hardly be noticed and children will quickly and easily adjust to any height difference.

Distance from the ground

With a regular gymnastics air track mat, thickness is even more important as it can affect how much your hands and feet sink into the surface as you roll. The inflatable gymnastics mats we have reviewed do not allow your feet or hands to sink into the rubber surface when tumbling or doing gymnastic runs, as the inflatable surface is solid.

Inflatable gymnastics mat size
Height: The height of an inflatable gymnastics mat is usually 4" or 8". 4" is the best option for younger children or smaller gymnasts, 8" for all gymnasts.
Width: Usually an air mat is between 2ft - 3ft wide, but the largest gymnastics mats are over 6ft wide. For most users, anything over 3 feet is ideal to provide enough room for any lateral twists, movements and falls.
Length: If you are restricted to a small space to practice, then a 10ft option is great for simple tumbling skills, but not long enough for combinations. The longest air floors are over 30 feet and are perfect for use in the gym, cheer leading practice or outdoors to practice long running passes and gymnastic tumbling combinations.

Surface material for gymnastics inflatable training mats
You want to make sure the mat from Kameymall uses a sturdy PVC tarp and double wall material stitched material to ensure the mat holds air well, is durable and strong enough not to puncture, and provides a firm and comfortable tumbling surface.