The secret to choosing the perfect dance shoes

As a dancer, there is one thing you should do well when it comes to your dance clothes. You can cope with a less than perfect skirt or shorts, but if your sneakers don't fit you and feel comfortable, they'll remind you of that fact with every step you take. Make no mistake, your choice of dance shoes will be great. So how can you be sure you are going to choose the right pair?

There are several criteria you will want to weigh when considering which dance shoes to wear. You should make sure to consider each of these before making your purchase. Taking time at this stage will make a difference once you start dancing in your new sneakers. This is not something you will want to make a mistake.

Colour

You may not have thought much about the appearance of your dance shoes, but in reality this can be very important. Clearly, color won't help you dance better or make your sneakers more comfortable, but the color and look of the shoe can be Crease Protector.

Your dance class will likely have some kind of dress code that you are expected to follow. Your dance class or teacher will most likely expect you to wear footwear that conforms to this dress code. Maybe you can see why this is important: Can you imagine showing up in your new hot pink dance shoes and your dance teacher refusing to allow you to participate in class? Suddenly all the other criteria disappear as if they were insignificant. If you have any questions, check with your dance class for information on the dress code. Assuming your class allows you to wear sneakers in the first place, you will probably find black to be the color of choice, but it is important to make sure before you spend any money.

Comfort

It doesn't take a rocket expert to tell you that your dance shoes should be comfortable. Be on the lookout for misplaced places that can cause irritation to your feet. Cheap dance shoes can fall victim to poor design, and what may seem like a harmless nuisance when you put them on for the first time will become really annoying and potentially painful over time.

Weight

If you are going to dance for a period of time, more than an hour, for example, then you should pay attention to the weight of the shoes you choose. Dancing for an extended period in heavy shoes will be like using weights on your feet. Given enough time, this extra weight can really take its toll. Lighter is better, that's the simple truth

Flexibility

You'll want dance shoes that move in all the ways your feet do, so you'll want a flexible but supportive sole. Many dance shoes have innovated a two-sole design, where the heel and the forefoot have a small sole, which does not meet in the middle. This has the effect of reducing weight and increasing flexibility. Not all dance shoes have this, and there are plenty of quality dance shoes that don't, so it's important to at least consider single sole shoes as well.