Bloch Dance Sneaker SKU: #7549601

Anonymous

from Amherst

This is the dance shoe that I wish I had when we were wearing Keds. The first class I wore them for was my first ballet in 10 years. They are light, shock absorbing and flexible. Somehow they manage to have great traction, and at the same time turn beautifully. The only thing lacking is wide width. Originally I bought the shoe intending to use full orthotics. They took up too much room. But actually the sneaker give a lot of balance and support and encourages me to work my feet. I can wear the orthotics after class.

Grace S

from Minneapolis, MN

I use this shoe for both dancing and for a step-class. I use the shoe almost daily. I love the shoe's durability, flexibility, form fit (support in design), looks. I carry the opinion that one should allow the feet to strengthen themselves with the muscles in the foot more than relying on orthopedic dependent support from the shoes we wear during exercise while the shoe generally supports and is tailored to the way the foot moves naturally. This Bloch Dance shoe does just that. Some marathon runners practice running barefoot. That might sound crazy. Now Nike is trying to please the "barefoot" runners with shoes that are as close the the 'bare' experience as possible while still providing protection while supporting the natural movement of the feet rather than dictating the foot movement with shoe design. Though there are as many theories on shoes as there are theories on most any matter these days, finally when I share my opinion on this Bloch shoe I simply say, my feet are in love with growing stronger and enjoying the dance and step experience more than ever.

Anonymous

from New Jersey

These dance shoes are great for hip-hip dancing. I am dancing in Thrill the World NYC. My other Bloch dance shoes that I use for Zumba are too sticky for the hip-hop moves, so I tried these. I love them and I am taking more dance lessons in them. They are great and lightweight! But not so good for Zumba, so I use different shoes for different classes and have lots of fun!

Linda C

from Colorado

I got these shoes in white for a dance performance. I\'ve only worn them on stage which is a marley surface. They work perfectly for turns and are not slippery for other moves. However, I have not tried them on a wood floor. They give a nice toe point. They are lower to the ground than some split sole jazz shoes and I like that. I have an average foot but I think that the shoe is a little narrow in the front and a little tight in the instep as it does not have an actual tongue. They look good on my feet.

Brands I'd also recommend: Bloch, Capezio