What is a wrestling mat called?

A wrestling mat is most commonly called a wrestling mat, but it is also referred to by several specific terms depending on its construction — including a roll-up mat, tatami mat, or grappling mat.

The terminology shifts based on material and discipline. Tatami refers to a mat with a woven or embossed surface texture that adds grip underfoot — common in BJJ and judo training. Roll-up mat describes the format: a single continuous surface that rolls into a cylinder for storage rather than connecting as foam tiles. Grappling mat is the broader catch-all used across wrestling, BJJ, and judo contexts.

• "Tatami" describes a wrestling mat with a textured, grip-enhancing surface — standard for BJJ and judo.
• "Roll-up mat" refers to a wrestling mat that stores as a rolled cylinder, not interlocking tiles.
• "Grappling mat" is the general term covering wrestling, BJJ, and judo training surfaces.
• A standard home-training wrestling mat measures 10' x 10' — the common benchmark for garage and basement setups.
• Wrestling mat thickness typically ranges from 1.25 to 2 inches, with thicker surfaces suited for takedown and throwing drills.