Zebra Blog

Many of the people who frequent yoga studios are parents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives to children and teenagers. For many, their yoga practice is the time to take a break from parenting, but yoga doesn’t have to ONLY be an escape from the kids. There’s a great...

Open mats can be a great opportunity to roll with new partners and to visit other gyms. However, there are a few definite rules of etiquette to remember when attending an open mat at another gym. Follow these dos and don’ts for a open mat experience that’s beneficial...

Opening a gym is a daunting task. Once they’ve selected a location, a future gym owner’s next goal is to obtain new equipment. Mats are the obvious first selection, but wall pads, sometimes an important second, often fall by the wayside or are earmarked as a future...

The events of 2020 have led many businesses, especially gyms and martial arts facilities, to reevaluate their business models and budgets. Cutting expenses and putting aside money is on every gym owner’s mind. It’s not something anyone wants to do, but it may be...

Practicing martial arts has many benefits for kids, and many parents have taken advantage of children’s martial arts programs to help their little ones develop critical life skills like discipline and work ethic. These types of children’s programs are the foundation...

Opening a new MMA gym comes with a hundred different decisions. Perhaps the most important one you will make is where to open your gym. The location of your facility can be an advantage or a hinderance. How can you choose the right location for your mixed martial arts...

Your martial arts mats are one of the biggest financial investments you will make in your business. They’re the equipment your members depend on and use every single day.  Zebra mats have a lifetime expectancy of 15 years, and you can ensure that your mats last by...

Autumn is a favorite season for many of us. Fall means colorful leaves, cooling temperatures, and evening bonfires. As a gym owner, fall can bring other considerations. What does fall mean for your martial arts facility?  Back to School Kids going back to school is...

Covid-19 still has many martial arts gyms and facilities in a state of flux. With the virus still a large issue in many areas of the world, many athletes have found benefits in having an additional training space at home. When planning a home gym, what is it important...

I have established that I do not approach life like most people. The joke when I was growing up was, Lis was not happy unless trying to eat an elephant. I guess from the earliest family stories, I have always attempted to do more, do it bigger, and go beyond what I...