What do I mix FoamFooting™ with?

It mixes with many different sands, screenings, and other footing additives. Most customers use inexpensive masonry sand — start with 2–3" of clean sand and use our Arena Sand Calculator to estimate the right number of FoamFooting bags.

Does it blow or float away?

The foam is very dense — similar to rubber — but unlike rubber it binds with the sand once integrated, holding it in place. Like anything on the surface, some material can blow in extreme wind. Boards around the arena perimeter help hold everything in place.

Is it really that colorful?

Yes — when you open the bags you'll see a rainbow of colors. Once integrated into the arena and ridden in, the colors fade quickly and are barely visible.

Unlike most additives, FoamFooting is packaged into small bags you can manage by yourself. They arrive on pallets and can be carried like a bag of horse feed.

Do I need a tractor to unload it?

No. You can add the optional Liftgate Service at checkout to have the pallets lowered to the ground by a smaller truck.

How do I install FoamFooting™?

Five steps: (1) Unpack the bags and place them across the arena ~14–16 ft apart. (2) Cut an X in the top of each bag. (3) Turn each bag over so the foam empties into the arena. (4) Rake each pile until it covers the surface. (5) Drag with your normal drag until the foam mixes into the base. Normal riding finishes the blend.

What should I install it over?

FoamFooting performs best over a stable, well-draining base. Many customers pair it with BaseCore™ Geocell for erosion and drainage control, plus our non-woven Geotextile to keep the base clean over time.

FoamFooting™

Name: FoamFooting | Arena Footing Additive | Performance Footing
Brand: Performance Footing
SKU: PF-FF
Price: 79.00 USD
Availability: InStock

An easy-to-apply foam additive that softens impact, cuts dust, and restores cushion to tired sand — bag-by-bag, no tractor required.

Change the life of your indoor or outdoor arena. FoamFooting™ is a dense, hypoallergenic foam additive that binds with your sand to reduce compaction, lower watering frequency, and restore energy return to a tired surface. Unlike rubber, it doesn't crumble, contain metal pieces, or carry a rubber smell. It ships in feed-bag-size sacks you can install yourself — no specialized harrow, no tractor to unload, no contractor fees.

$79.00per bag

Quantity (per bag)

Total: $790.00

Minimum Order: 10

Benefits of FoamFooting™

Softens the Hoof's Impact

A dense foam matrix absorbs concussion on landing, helping protect joints and tendons across long training sessions.

Lessens the Amount of Dust

FoamFooting binds with your sand and locks fines in place, dramatically reducing airborne dust during rides and drags.

Reduces Watering Frequency

Holds moisture longer than plain sand so you water less often — a major win for arenas without an irrigation system.

Chemical Free & Hypoallergenic

No chemicals, no rubber smell, no metal pieces. Safe around horses, riders, and barn dogs.

Enjoy Longer Training Sessions

Lower compaction and better energy return mean horses stay sound and willing through deeper schooling blocks.

Reduces Compaction & Injury Risk

Maintains void space between sand particles so your surface stays cushioned instead of packing into a concrete-like state.

Improves Cushioning & Energy Return

Riders consistently describe a noticeable push-off and reduced fatigue compared to plain sand or stone dust.

Reduces Freezing in Cold Climates

Used successfully from below zero to 115°F. The foam keeps your top layer workable when temperatures drop.

Why Choose FoamFooting™?

Easy DIY — no tractor required

Bags are sized like horse feed sacks. Carry them by hand, cut an X in the top, dump, rake, and drag. Add the optional Liftgate Service if you need pallets lowered to the ground.

Indoor or outdoor, any climate

Riding facilities across the U.S. run FoamFooting from below zero to 115°F — covered arenas, open arenas, round pens, and walkways.

Compatible with standard drags

Repurposed material that's safe to drag with any standard arena groomer. No specialized harrow required to maintain it.

Dense like rubber, without the downsides

Hypoallergenic, doesn't crumble, no metal pieces, no rubber odor. Binds with the sand so it doesn't migrate the way loose rubber chips do.

Mixes with most sands & additives

Pairs cleanly with inexpensive masonry sand and is commonly blended with Performance Footing® Fiber, DustHalt™, and Mag Flakes for a customized surface.

Backed by spec-first advice

Not sure how many bags to order? Use the Arena Sand Calculator, or request a free ArenaSpec™ assessment and we'll size the order to your arena, sand depth, and discipline.

FoamFooting™ in Detail

FoamFooting™ in a finished arena — softer landings, less dust

Before vs After: FoamFooting™ transforms a tired sand surface

After: FoamFooting™ integrated for cushion and rebound

FoamFooting™ ships in feed-bag-size sacks

Color mix straight from the bag — fades quickly into the surface

Spread evenly, then drag in with any standard harrow

Frequently Asked Questions

Trusted by Riders Nationwide

I was very impressed with Jennifer at performance footing and this product. It made an immediate difference and was easy for me to install with my daughters. Will probably order a few more bags for our indoor soon!

Susan L. · 2021-01-26

Jun 12, 2026

Awesome stuff. Added it in our round pen then ordered more to do our indoor. Great delivery

Brian · 2021-03-12

Jun 12, 2026

Best additive and great price. Had Nike footing before and this is just as good if not better

Bobby V. · 2021-05-07

Jun 12, 2026

Technical Specs

View the full spec sheet

Every test result, dimension, and material property in one downloadable view.

Ready to upgrade your arena with FoamFooting™?

FoamFooting™ ships nationwide. Order online or call 877-835-0878 to talk through quantities.