Mats & Foam Shapes

Resting Mat

An inexpensive but quality mat for floor exercises and activities that do not require great shock absorbency.

Code #1102, 2’ x 4’ x 1” thick 

Elementary Tumbling Mat

18 oz. vinyl and high density poly foam.

Code #1201, 4’ x 6’ x 2” (no fold) 
Code #1202, 4’ x 6’ x 2” (folding) 
Code #1204, 4’ x 8’ x 2” (folding) 
Code #1208, 5’ x 8’ x 2” (folding) 

Firm Gymnastics Mat

18 oz. vinyl and high density cross-linked closed-cell polyethylene foam.

Code #1203, 4’ x 6’ x 1 1/4” (folding)
Code #1205, 4’ x 8’ x 1 1/4” (folding)
Code #1207, 5’ x 8’ x 1 1/4” (folding)
Code #1209, 5’ x 10’ x 1 1/4” (folding) 

Landing Mat

Made of 1 1/4” Polaris foam on top of 3 1/4” polyfoam for a safe landing with shock-absorbency. 18 oz. nylon-woven vinyl-coated fabric covers. Folding and non.

Code #1264, 4’ x 6’ x 4 3/4“ (no fold)
Code #1253, 5’ x 8’ x 4 3/4 “ (folding) 

Safety Mats

Constructed of Polyfoam core w/extra layer of firm, closed-cell Polaris foam on the bottom and handles on the side.

Code #1221, 4’ x 6’ x 8” (no fold) 
Code #1254, 5’ x 8’ x 12” (folding) 
Code #1228, 6’ x 12’ x 12” (folding) 

Pad-N-Carpet

The combination of 3/4” (19mm) thick Polaris Foam™ under our Workout Carpet offers a plush surface, even without an Airbase®, for low to medium impact activities. When used atop an Airbase®, it provides the most comfortable and shock-absorbent workout surface. For gymnastics and other high impact activities, 1 1/4” (32mm) Polaris Foam™ is recommended.

Code #8999, Carpet (call for sample)
Code #8300, 3/4” Polaris Foam™  
Code #8301, 1 1/4” Polaris Foam™ 
Code #8302,  2” Polaris Foam™ 

Multi-shape

Multi-shape can be folded into an oversized rectangle, unfolded into a tunnel, a triangular mountain or a valley. 18 oz. industrial vinyl cover with firm polyfoam inside and velcro-like fasteners on 6 edges. This unique original Gerstung design is one of the most universal foam shapes on the market.

Code #1252,

2’ x 2’ x 5’ (when folded)
2’ x 4’ x 5’ (when open)

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Donut

Like all Gerstung sculptured shapes, this is dense polyurethane foam covered with 18-ounce industrial vinyl in different color combinations. Nylon web handles.

Code #1244,
52”high x 15”thick
Code #1246,
54”high x 20”thick
Code #1247,
60”high x 30”thick

Half Moon

Sold as a pair, these half moons fit firmly together with Velcro fasteners forming a full moon. Made of high density polyurethane foam and covered in 18- ounce vinyl coated nylon.

Code #1235,
52” diameter, 18” thick  

Tumbling Block

This large block of dense polyfoam is covered with heavy-duty, vinyl-coated, nylon-woven industrial fabric. An integral part of a well designed set up, it serves as an individual platform to climb on, tumble on and over, or as a piece of support equipment. Two tone color design.

Code #1256, 4’ x 5’ x 18”
Code #1257, 4’ x 5’ x 36”

Inclines

Inclines are made of 18-ounce, vinyl coated nylon cover encasing a firm 2 pound polyfoam. The sides, in different color than top and bottom, have two handles for easy moving.

Code #1230,
3’ x 6’ x 16”
Code #1231,
4’ x 6’ x 16”
Code #1232,
5’ x 7’ x 18”
 

All three decline to 2”

Folding Wedge

An 18-ounce, vinyl coated nylon cover encases a firm two-pound polyfoam. Two handles for easy moving on each side. This original Gerstung design folds from an incline into an 18” block.

Code #1237,

2’ x 4’ x 16”
Code #1238,

4’ x 5’ x 18"
 

Both decline to 2”  

Mailbox

This Mailbox is a skill builder. Use it to perform backbends, walkovers, or tumble over it. Heavy-duty nylon coated cover with form polyfoam core.

Code #1248,

16” x 36” x 20”

Soft Steps

Soft Steps are a wonderful addition to foam shapes, balance beams, and elevated apparatus. Dense polyfoam tightly cut fills three 7” risers.

Code #1249,

24” x 32” (overall depth) x 21”h
 

Octagon

Octagons come in assorted colors with hooks and rings for fastening to other equipment. Filled with firm, high-quality polyfoam.

Code #1240, 15” x 24” 
Code #1241, 20” x 28” 
Code #1242, 25” x 30” 
Code #1243, 30” x 36” 

 

“Try it My Way”
10 Original Tumbling Charts

By: Siegfried Gerstung
Ten charts illustrate teaching progressions for the forward roll, backward roll, cartwheel, handstand, back extension, roundoff, front hand-spring, back handspring and others. An easy to follow reference guide, with simple hints for teaching these skills.

Code #1899, Stapled  $11.42