Sustainability is increasingly more important when choosing a yoga mat. There are many cheap synthetic variations on the market, but their environmental impact is considerable. That is why we love cork and with that sustainable cork yoga mats and props. The cork properties make it a super-material hard to beat.

Cork properties:

• 100% biodegradable
• Non-allergenic
• Antislip
• Antimicrobial
• Waterproof
• Smooth to the touch
• Great insulant
• Heat resistant

What is cork?

Cork is effectively the outer bark of the cork oak tree. The majority of cork oaks grows in the Mediterranean. That is also where most of the world’s production comes from. The first bark is of the lowest quality, so after the trunk reaches approximately 30cm in diameter, it is removed. The actual cork harvest is then done after at least another 9 years.

Sustainable cork yoga mats

The best thing about cork is that not a single tree falls to produce it. Bark harvest does not harm the oak trees, and some live upto 500 years. More so, the presence of cork oaks in the forest supports biodeversity and provides habitat for many endengered plants and animals. For 100% sustainable and natural result, cork yoga mats are made without the use of glues and chemicals. The cork and natural rubber layers are connected through a high pressure steam process, making our cork yoga mats 100% natural and biodegradable.

Sustainability is important for us in NAYAVITA Yoga. That is why we use recycled, natural and eco friendly materials and sustainable processes without unnecessary ecological footprint.  And cork is one of our absolute favourite materials. Have a look at our cork yoga mats and props – maybe you fall in love too.