Premium Acupressure Mat

The Premium Mat is a contemporary take on the Indian bed of nails, a time-honoured healing tool used to release inner tension. Resting on the mat delivers focused pressure that encourages your body to release feel-good hormones and loosens up tight muscles. Much like acupuncture, every single spike also stimulates specific points to help improve circulation.

The most popular way to Shakti is in bed, right before sleep. Lying down with the Mat beneath your back and shoulders is ideal, though you can use it to release tension anywhere on your body.

To get the most out of your Premium Mat, download our free app – Shakti Shala. The welcome series guides you gently through that initial discomfort, while expert tutorials and guided meditations help you feel the benefits sooner and make the most of your downtime.

• Tension-free muscles
• Increased circulation
• Mental clarity
• Calm and focus
• Deeper sleep
• An ongoing sense of wellbeing

A little — but only at the very start.

Every spike reacts to the tension held in your body, so more tension = more sensation. That first “Ouch!” switches on your body’s pain response and tells it to send happiness hormones and pain-relief chemicals straight to the area you’re working on. If the spikes don’t feel sharp enough – or you’re already deeply relaxed – you won’t notice much.

Within a few minutes, the tingling melts into a deep, relaxing warmth. The redness is nothing more than a circulation boost. You may well drift off to sleep.

Like the firmness of a mattress or the pressure of a massage – acupressure is the opposite of ‘one size fits all’. Push too far at the beginning and you’re less likely to build a lasting habit. That’s exactly why we offer three intensities, all of which unlock the benefits of acupressure.

Level 1 is the ideal starting point. Expect a gentle balance between that first sensation and deep release. Perfect for anyone new to acupressure.

Level 2 is for the bold. Fewer spikes mean more discomfort up front, so commit to pushing through and you’ll unlock a deeper release.

Level 3 is for the brave. Expect serious sensation from the outset, with plenty of reward if you can handle it.

Level 4: Limited Edition is for the experienced only. These are our most intense spikes ever – perfect if you're craving more from an advanced Shakti practice.

Still undecided? Take our quiz and find out which one suits you best.

Premium Mats feature:
• Signature Shakti spikes
• GOLS-certified organic latex Blissfoam™ wrapped in an organic cotton slip
• Discreet YKK® zip closures
• Rounded corners and premium piped seams
• Mouldable rectangular cushion-like pillow
• 100% organic cotton, GOTS-certified covers
• A select range of neutral and limited edition colours
• 4 intensity levels

Classic Mats feature:
• Signature Shakti spikes
• Firm, lightweight, hypoallergenic polyurethane foam
• Twin self-fastening closures
• Pointed corners, clean seams and dual hanging tabs
• Firm, half-moon shaped pillow
• 100% organic cotton, GOTS-certified covers
• A single colour
• 3 intensity levels

While acupuncture uses needles that pierce the skin, acupressure uses spikes that press against it.

The key difference with acupressure is that you can activate many points in the few seconds it takes to lie down on them — and there’s no appointment to book either.