Foldable Ballet Mat

Loved the idea of this mat! Folds up great and fits inside ballet bag nicely. Unfortunately, the quality was just not there. It started tearing and “shedding” within just a couple of weeks of use.

I ordered this on a whim. I wasn't sure by looking at the picture what made it a "ballet mat" as opposed to just a regular exercise mat. I read a review on another website from someone whose daughter actually danced on it so upon receiving it, I attempted to do a few tendus on it hoping it might make an alternative to the overpriced Dot to Dance (I have a Harlequin dance mat but it can be a pain to pull out when you don't have much time). My toes actually put a hole in it. I should have known better considering it felt like a slightly thicker version of the material used to line kitchen cabinets. However, I have since used it for pilates and strengthening exercises. It's just fine for those activities, but considering it's called a "ballet mat" I was hoping its uses would be a little more specific.