This is the story of Manduka a company founded on the simple idea that a better yoga mat could make a world of difference.In 1997 Peter Sterios an architect turned yogi discovered a simple elegantly designed black mat whose combination of firm grip and complete support revolutionized his yoga practice. In honor of the yoga masters who inspired him he sought to share this amazing product with others.In 1997 Peter Sterios an architect turned yogi discovered a simple elegantly designed black mat whose combination of firm grip and complete support revolutionized his yoga practice. In honor of the yoga masters who inspired him he sought to share this amazing product with others.This is the story of Manduka a company founded on the simple idea that a better yoga mat could make a world of difference.In 1997 Peter Sterios an architect turned yogi discovered a simple elegantly designed black mat whose combination of firm grip and complete support revolutionized his yoga practice. In honor of the yoga masters who inspired him he sought to share this amazing product with others.In 1997 Peter Sterios an architect turned yogi discovered a simple elegantly designed black mat whose combination of firm grip and complete support revolutionized his yoga practice. In honor of the yoga masters who inspired him he sought to share this amazing product with others.