The Tumbl Trak Jack and Jill Mats are early years gymnastics mats designed specifically for young children learning their first physical skills - forward rolls, backward rolls, cartwheels, and general active floor play - in gymnastics clubs, early childhood classrooms, home play spaces, and sensory environments across North America. At 6 feet long by 4 feet wide and 2 inches thick, with a two-tone colour design and a construction built for the specific needs of beginner movers, these are a step up from a standard play mat and a step softer than a full gymnastics practice mat.

The dual-layer foam construction is the technical detail that makes this mat work for young children rather than simply any child: a 1-inch open-cell foam top layer provides a noticeably soft, forgiving landing surface that cushions forward roll landings and reduces the fear response in children who are apprehensive about floor contact; a 1-inch cross-linked closed-cell EVA foam base layer provides structural firmness that stops the mat from compressing completely under body weight, giving young athletes a stable, consistent surface to push off from and land on with confidence. Together the two layers deliver what the mat needs to do - soft enough to be welcoming, firm enough to be functional.

The mat folds into four equal 18-inch panels for storage and transport, making it easy to carry under one arm and store on a shelf or in a cupboard when not in use.

Key Features of the Tumbl Trak Jack and Jill Mats

• 6ft L x 4ft W x 2in Thick - A generously sized mat for an early years product; 6 feet long provides enough surface for a forward or backward roll from start to finish without the child running out of mat; 4 feet wide provides a safe working width for cartwheels and lateral movement
• 1in Open-Cell Foam Top Layer - The soft open-cell foam top gives the mat a forgiving, cushioned landing feel that is noticeably gentler than a firm gymnastics mat; specifically appropriate for young children who are learning to fall safely and building confidence with floor contact
• 1in Cross-Linked Closed-Cell EVA Foam Bottom Layer - The EVA base layer provides firm structural support that prevents the mat from collapsing too softly under load; cross-linked EVA is the same material used in premium sports and fitness applications for its durability, moisture resistance, and consistent density over time
• 18 oz. Vinyl Covering - Durable 18 oz. vinyl covers the foam on all sides; wipes clean easily; built to withstand the daily active use of young children in gym and early childhood settings
• Four 18-Inch Folding Panels - The mat folds into four equal 18-inch-wide panels; compact enough to carry under one arm and store on a standard shelf; the folded profile is useful as a soft block for creative play and structured skill stations
• Non-Skid Bottom - Non-skid material on the base keeps the mat firmly in position on any floor surface during active use; prevents the mat from sliding when a child lands on it or rolls across it
• Two Named Colourways - Jack (Lime Green & Light Blue, PE-462L) and Jill (Pink & Purple, PE-462P); two distinct two-tone designs that add visual personality to early childhood gymnastics spaces and home play areas
• CPSIA-Compliant, Made in the USA - All materials meet CPSIA safety standards; manufactured in the USA to Tumbl Trak's commercial gymnasium standards; appropriate for children from preschool age upwards

Skills and Development Supported

• Forward & Backward Rolls - The mat's soft top layer provides the forgiving surface young children need to attempt and repeat forward and backward roll progressions without discomfort; repeated safe practice on a consistent surface builds the body awareness and rolling technique that carries forward to more advanced gymnastics skills
• Cartwheels & Beginning Tumbling - The 4-foot width gives young gymnasts enough lateral space to practise cartwheels and beginning tumbling without stepping off the mat; the firm EVA base provides stable push-off and landing support
• Body Confidence & Proprioceptive Development - Early floor work builds the proprioceptive body awareness - the sense of where the body is in space - that underpins all physical skill development; a mat that is soft enough to feel safe and firm enough to feel stable accelerates this development
• Gross Motor Coordination - Rolling, jumping, and active play on the mat develops bilateral coordination, spatial awareness, and the dynamic balance that young children build through free, exploratory movement
• Social & Cooperative Play - Two children can use the mat together for mirroring games, rolling sequences, and partner play; the generous 6x4ft surface accommodates two small children simultaneously for cooperative movement activities

Ideal for

• Gymnastics clubs running early years and preschool gymnastic programmes
• Early childhood classrooms and daycares adding a gymnastics and active movement mat
• Home play spaces and family rooms where a colourful, foldable gymnastics mat is needed
• Occupational therapy and sensory spaces using a soft, structured floor surface for motor development activities
• Children of all abilities from preschool age upwards - neurodiverse and neurotypical, beginners and active movers alike

• Dimensions: 6ft L x 4ft W x 2in Thick
• Foam: 1in open-cell foam (top) + 1in cross-linked closed-cell EVA foam (bottom)
• Cover: 18 oz. vinyl
• Materials: 
  • 18 oz vinyl covering
  • 1in open cell foam on top
  • 1in cross-linked closed-cell EVA foam at the bottom