Cork or EVA foam yoga block? Why I choose cork

The tips I share are general and do not replace a professional. Listen to your body and see a specialist if you have an injury or a health condition.

When you look for a yoga block you’ll mainly find two materials: cork and EVA foam. At first glance they look similar, but on the mat they behave very differently. Here’s what I’ve noticed while practising and why I chose cork.

Firmness: support that doesn’t sink

This is the big difference. Cork is firm and dense: when you put your weight on it, it doesn’t sink. That’s why it feels so reassuring in balance poses or when you load your hands, as in downward-facing dog, plank or camel.

EVA foam is softer and gives under pressure, so the support feels less stable just when you need it most.

Grip

Cork has a natural texture that grips your hands and your mat very well, even when your hands sweat. Foam is usually smoother and more slippery.

Weight and stability

A cork block like ours measures 22.4 x 12 x 7.5 cm and weighs about 540 g. That weight is exactly what makes it stable: it stays in place and doesn’t tip over when you lean on it. As cork is a natural material, the weight may vary slightly from one block to another.

Feel and care

Cork feels warm and pleasant to the touch. To clean it, just use a slightly damp cloth and mild soap, without submerging it, and leave it to air dry away from direct sunlight.

So, why cork?

• Stability: it doesn’t sink or tip over.
• Grip: it doesn’t slip in your hands or on the mat.
• Safety: it gives you firm support so you can practise with confidence.
• 100% natural cork, warm and pleasant to the touch.

If you have any doubts, message me and we’ll talk it over 💚

See the cork yoga block