Zebra Blog

By Kaitlin Young One of the unwritten truths about training at a gym that does not speak your language is that language no longer gets in the way. You see people only for who they are, what they do, and not what they’d like us to believe about them. The same is true...

Ready to build your first martial arts facility? Or are you opening a second MMA facility in town? Whether this is your first facility or your third, you likely have a few questions about the layout and the products you will need. At Zebra, we have outfitted countless...

By Kaitlin Young What are the basic rules for cornering a fighter? Well, that depends on the athlete in question. I’ve had a number of wonderful, average, and terrible corners in my time in combat sports. If I’m honest, I’ve likely been all three at some point as...

Thinking about getting new martial arts mats for your facility? Not sure what happens after you make your purchase? Not to worry, Zebra has all the resources you need to get the job done right, the first time. While you can hire someone to help install your mats, you...

By Elisabeth Clay What kind of athlete are you? Is your edge that you’re highly technical? Are you very aggressive? Do you play to the time? What is the thing or things that make you, you? What Kind of Athlete Am I? I won’t lie, I am a very high maintenance...

With the costs of running a gym increasing and the growing availability of environmentally-friendly solutions that benefit both gym owners and the environment, it’s easier and more important than ever to take steps to make your gym 'green.' Flooring Flooring is one of...

Whether your promotion is local, regional, or international, one of the keys to success is having the right equipment. The first decision to make is whether to use a ring or a cage. Rings are more versatile and can be used for boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, and pro...

Martial arts facility owners have a lot on their minds. From running their business, to training their students, managing their finances, and everything else that comes with the title, there’s no shortage of things to do. Even if you feel like there’s a lot going on,...

Where to hang and mount bags in a martial arts or MMA facility is one of the more complicated aspects of facility design. Spatial limitations are usually a problem, as most facility owners do not own as large of a facility as some of the major organizations, but even...

You’ve made one of the biggest investments in your gym — quality martial arts mats. When treated right, Zebra mats can last you 15 – 20 years. We’ve done everything on our end to make sure that your mats are the very best in the industry. What, then, can you do on...