Why We Partnered With Oko Living

At Asivana Yoga we believe your mat should nourish more than your practice, it should nourish the planet and the people who made it. Oko Living embodies that belief. Born from a love of tradition and a commitment to holistic wellness, this brand creates hand‑loomed yoga rugs dyed with medicinal herbs and plants.

Their mission is to help yogis reach their highest potential through natural, ethical and regenerative design. Each rug is woven from certified organic cotton, colored with Ayurvedic plant dyes and crafted by artisans paid fair wages. Oko Living’s mats invite you to build strength, alignment and wellness on a surface that is as kind to you as it is to the earth.

What Makes Oko Living Special

Oko Living uses certified organic cotton woven on traditional handlooms and dyed with 10–20 medicinal plants and flowers such as neem, turmeric and holy basil. The brand’s herbal dyeing process follows an ancient Ayurvedic method that preserves the bioactive qualities of the plants. As you practice, your skin touches the mat and absorbs the properties of these herbs, promoting vitality and calm. This natural approach means the mats are free of chemicals, heavy metals, PVC, BPA and phthalates, and they are biodegradable and eco‑friendly.

Ethically made by women artisans

Oko Living partners with women artisans in India who hand‑loom each mat using heritage techniques. The company ensures fair wages and safe working conditions so that these women can support their families while keeping their vibrant traditional knowledge alive. Buying an Oko Living mat means you’re investing in the wellbeing of these communities and helping sustain an ancient craft.

Wellness benefits and lasting performance

The herbal dyes used on the mats provide skin‑soothing, antibacterial and antifungal benefits. Each mat is slip resistant and naturally antibacterial. A coating of natural tree rubber on the bottom prevents sliding and adds durability. The mats are light (around 4 lbs) yet supportive, with a thickness of roughly 7 mm and dimensions around 77 × 27 inches. They are easy to machine wash and come packaged without plastic.

Products We Love

Chakra Energy Herbal Yoga Rug: This vibrant hand-loomed rug celebrates balance and vitality through all seven chakra colors, each naturally dyed with Ayurvedic herbs for grounding, harmony, and energetic alignment. Crafted from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton, it offers a soft, supportive 5 mm weave with a natural tree-rubber-coated bottom for grip and stability. Sweat-resistant, antimicrobial, and entirely free from PVC or synthetic dyes.

Jade & Jute Travel Herbal Yoga Mat: Perfect for yogis on the go, this lighter‑weight mat rolls up compactly while retaining the grip and wellness benefits of Oko Living’s herbal‑dyed rugs. The natural rubber coating keeps it steady on studio floors or sandy beaches, and the plant dyes infuse your practice with the subtle aromas of neem, turmeric and basil.

Clay Naturally Dyed Herbal Yoga Mat: Warm clay hues give this mat a grounded, earthy feel. Like all Oko Living mats, it is hand‑loomed from organic cotton and colored with medicinal plant dyes. The thick, cushiony weave and natural rubber underside provide stability and comfort for all practice styles, from restorative yin to vigorous vinyasa.

Why We Partnered with Oko Living

Oko Living reflects the core values we hold at Asivana Yoga. Their commitment to organic materials and plant‑based dyes aligns with ahimsa, our dedication to non‑harm and sustainability. By supporting women artisans with fair wages and safe workplaces, they embody seva and kula (service and community).

Their mats are designed to connect you to nature and to the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, reminding us that yoga is a practice of unity and self‑discovery. When you practice on an Oko Living mat, you honor yourself, the planet and the artisans who wove it into being.

Explore the Collection

Whether you’re drawn to the balanced energy of the chakra yoga rug, the portability of the Travel Mat or the grounding warmth of the Clay mat, Oko Living offers a rug to enhance your practice. Explore the full range of their herbal‑dyed mats and find the one that speaks to your journey.

View the Oko Living Collection