10 Best Yoga Mats for Hot Yoga UK 2024 | Manduka, Sweaty Betty and More

There are so many reasons why we have chosen the Teddy Yoga Mat by Yogi Bare as our number one. First of all, it features a sweat adaptive highly absorbent microfibre towel surface that becomes grippier the more you sweat, making it the dream mat for hot yoga practice. Spray with water before your class for the ultimate grip between you, your mat and the floor.

With a base made from a sustainably sourced natural rubber and dyed with water-based inks, this mat is reassuringly kind to the environment, as well as gorgeous to look at. Being very lightweight, with only a 2mm thickness, it makes for a perfect travel mat too!

You know you're in for an expertly designed hot yoga product when it's made by Sweaty Betty — a brand synonymous with the practice. Their Super Grip yoga mat does not disappoint, non-toxic and biodegradable, the soft natural latex material provides the ultimate grip for security during your asanas.

Coming in three delightful colour options, there's sure to be a hue to suit your style. It's also super lightweight whilst remaining comfortably supportive with a 4 mm thickness, which is rather hard to find!

Yogi Bare is a premium brand creating eco-friendly yoga mats and accessories, and their Extreme Grip Yoga Mat is one for the dedicated yogi. Part of their signature Paws range, this super grippy mat is made from natural rubber and PU with an extra firm perforated surface that stops sweaty hands and feet from slipping.

Using totally sustainable and biodegradable materials, this mat is in harmony with nature. The subtle alignment markers guide you to your optimal practice, and the black colour in particular will hide any marks or stains.

Sweat-proof and non-slip, NUNET's yoga mat is environmentally friendly, well-designed and aesthetically pleasing. Made from natural, sustainable cork on top, and non-toxic, lightweight TPE on the bottom, it has an excellent grip and works perfectly for hot yoga practice.

The cork surface increases when wet, making sure you stay safe and stable on your mat. Plus, it features alignment lines to help with posture, which is great for beginners. Two inches wider than a standard yoga mat and 6 mm thick, you're sure to stay comfortable throughout!

Made from latex and phthalate-free PVC, this premium yoga mat is one of Gaiam's finest. The textured, non-slip surface provides adequate grip and the 5 mm thickness gives a lot of support and cushioning, which is perfect for those with delicate knees or joints.

The mandala design is soothing to practice on and, although very reasonably priced, this mat also comes with a lifetime guarantee for total peace of mind! This mat works best when it is aired out on arrival, but given a little space to breathe it's sure to be your new best yoga friend.

Coming in a choice of two attractive colour schemes, this linen yoga mat is a rather luxurious choice. Combining a cloth surface and a "sticky" mat all in one, this non-slip mat works well for all types of yoga and provides that much sought after stability during hot yoga.

Featuring a latex-free TPE underside, the natural linen surface feels slightly sticky, allowing your body to grip the mat. Tried and tested by some of the UK's leading wellbeing experts, this mat creates a comfortable and reliable base for your practice.

Specially designed with hot yoga in mind, this yoga mat towel from Gaiam is made from super-absorbent microfibre which dries in half the time of a cotton towel! It's easy to care for and perfect for throwing into the washing machine after a class or session.

There's something invigorating about the vivid blue and fuchsia colour scheme, which really gets you in the mood to start your sequence! Best of all, it really does help you stay put and can be used on top of a regular yoga mat for extra protection.

The latest version of Yoga-Mad's bestselling Warrior mat, the Warrior II features improved grip, is made from phthalate-free PVC material and comes in an exciting range of colours, such as this hot pink hue.

Brilliant as it is for hot yoga, this mat is also suitable for other types of yoga, pilates or as part of a home gym. Overall, for such an affordable mat it's of a decent quality and size, with a comfortable amount of cushioning, even if it's not quite as grippy as some of the more premium options online. 

The eKO Superlite Yoga Mat from Manduka really does what it says on the tin. If you regularly attend a hot yoga class after work, this mat is a great choice. It's extremely lightweight and can be easily folded into a bag, making it ideal for travelling with.

However, it's lack of thickness may be a downside for some. Further, when wet, it isn't quite as non-slip as others. But for seasoned yogis who don't require additional padding, or fear slipping, the Superlite is still an excellent option.

Made entirely from natural latex and jute material, ecoYoga's mat is biodegradable, made in the UK and suitable for all styles of yoga. The rubber underside provides excellent grip on the floor, and the jute and rubber top surface is soft and comfortable to practice on, making it an ideal match for hot yoga.

As is the case with many natural mats, you'll want to take good care of it to prolong its life. Although a lovely mat to use, it will degrade quickly if used daily for hot yoga. For this reason, you won't want to put it in the washing machine too frequently either.