Frequently Asked Questions
Is Happ:y an acronym?
Yes, it stands for Health, Accessible, Products and Programs: using Yoga and more.
What’s with the colon in Happ:y?
If you turn the :y at the end of Happ:y sideways, it reminds us to smile.
What is the ‘be good to the Earth’ recycling campaign?
It is our way to help the environment through recycling efforts. For more details got to our Be Good to the Earth page.
How does my purchase of a Happ:y Mat support accessibility?
A portion of The Happ:y Mat’s profits will be donated to support accessible yoga with a local, Madison WI organization called YAFA (Yoga Accessible for All). https://yafayoga.org/
How did this idea come about?
It started with a simple situation of communication with a yoga research class for the Deaf and hard of hearing community. To read about how we started, visit our Evolution page.
Who has used the The Happ:y Mat so far?
Teachers, students and therapists tested our mat prototypes in 2018. Today we have many yoga teachers, students, therapists and parents using The Happ:y Mat. Research projects using the Happ:y Mat include programs with the Special Olympics community and a research study on ADL’s and Fall Prevention in rural Wisconsin.
What is The Happ:y Mat made of?
The Premium Happy Mat© is made of a high quality, eco-friendly, cellular vinyl, that is free from harmful BPAs, phthalates, and latex. The Standard Mat is Latex Free, Phthalates Free, PVC scrim
Where is The Happ:y Mat made?
The Happ:y Mat is proudly MADE IN THE USA. We work with Pravacana Mats in North Carolina, USA for our Premium Mat. Our Standard mat is from NSI Materials in New York.
How can I clean my Happ:y Mat?
Clean your mat using a soft cloth with soap and water or a specific mat cleaner. You can also use acid-based natural cleaners (lemon juice or vinegar) to break down oils or tough dirt. Dry flat before rolling up. Do not machine wash. Do not put in a dryer. Do not consume. Store your mat rolled with the image side facing out. Keep out of direct sunlight. Your Happ:y Mat will become stickier over time.
How do I use The Happ:y Mat?
YouTube videos, training sessions and additional instructional materials specifically designed for yoga teachers and therapists.
Why would I use The Happ:y Mat?
The Happ:y a Mat is ideal for everyone.
If you are a parent it is a great way to engage your kids. Plus, Yoga is a wonderful activity for you to share.
If you are a teacher, the mat is an amazing educational tool for new and seasoned students. It is also very effective for helping instruct students living with multiple challenges, like cognitive development; Deaf or hard of hearing, balance issues…
The student will enjoy using The Happ:y Mat because it is a template for positioning hands and feet. This allows for the new student to have a familiar ‘road map’ to learn and practice yoga. The seasoned student will enjoy advancing their practice by using the markings as a gauge.
The yoga therapist and research community will find the 6 in markings/ruler on the edge of the mat a great way to assess clients and participants. The template also allows for universal consistency with monitoring the fidelity of a research study.
Why do I need a template to practice yoga?
As a colleague once pointed out: “you shouldn’t need a protractor to do yoga!” We completely agree. Yoga poses should be about feeling what the body is offering in that particular pose at that specific time. We also know that for many students, teachers and therapist, the process of getting to the form of a pose can be daunting. We are not suggesting using The Happ:y Yoga Mat to create a synchronized alignment team. We are providing a template to start, grow and explore a practice of yoga.
What is the price of The Happ:y Mat?
Retail cost of the premium mat is $78. Our Standard mat is $25.
We do offer discounts for bulk purchases, packages and research facilities.
How can I get The Happ:y Mat?
You can purchase on our Happ:y Products page.
You can visit with us and order in person at conferences, festivals and wellness events. To see where we will be, please click on our Events page.
For more information feel free to call us at: 608-571-4269.
What is your return policy?
We will refund any unused/good condition Happ:y Mats. Shipping charges to return a mat are the responsibility of the purchaser.
Would you be interested in selling The Happ:y Mat on consignment in your studio?
Yes, please reach out directly to me via email, at: paulm@happyw.co or call 608-571-4269.
What makes you Happ:y?
Family, friends, walking with my dog Ripley, photography and kayaking. What makes you Happ:y?
