Decathlon beginner yoga mat 5mm review: easy start

The Decathlon Beginner Yoga Mat 5mm is the low-risk first mat, which makes it our Best for beginners pick. Around ₱1,300, it is a foam mat from Decathlon’s Kimjaly line, backed by a store you can actually walk into.

What you get

A 180 by 50cm foam mat in dark blue, 5mm thick, weighing around 510 g. It is part of Kimjaly, Decathlon’s own yoga range, so it is sold and supported through Decathlon Philippines rather than a random reseller.

How does it feel to use?

Balanced. 5mm is the sweet spot for starting out: soft enough that your knees are not grinding into the floor, firm enough that you do not wobble in standing poses the way you would on a squishy 10mm mat. At 510 g it is genuinely light, so rolling it up and carrying it to a class is no chore.

Grip is the honest limit. The foam surface holds fine when you are dry, but like most foam mats it can get slippery once your palms sweat. A quick wipe or a light towel over the top sorts it out.

Is it durable and safe?

It is a foam mat, which keeps it light and cushioned but means it will wear faster over time than a TPE or rubber mat, especially where your hands and feet land every session. As a beginner mat you are not paying for a decade of daily hot yoga, and the Decathlon backing means returns and questions have a real counter behind them.

Is it sulit?

At around ₱1,300 as of July 22, 2026, you are paying a little more than a no-name foam mat, and what you get for it is the Decathlon name, in-store support, and a perfect 5.0 rating. For a first mat where you want zero guesswork, that is fair. Compare it against the rest of the field in our best yoga mats in the Philippines roundup.

Who should buy it

Buy this if you are new to yoga and want a proven, no-fuss mat from a real store, at a sensible 5mm thickness. Buy it if you value being able to return or ask about it in person. Skip it if you want a stickier surface for sweaty flows or the deep padding of a thick foam mat. Not sure what thickness suits you? Our yoga mat buying guide explains it plainly.

Alternatives to consider

Starting on a tighter budget? Our best budget Elite 4mm fitness mat covers the basics for less, with a thinner, firmer feel. If you want a grippier surface than plain foam, our best overall Kool non-slip TPE mat holds better under sweaty hands.