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Dance Shoes

Dance shoes come in a variety of different looks and styles. Because there are many different types of dance, there are also many different types of shoes. Specific shoes are worn for certain events. There are shoes for salsa, tango, jazz, tap, and ballet just to name a few. Some of the footwear may be similar to others and is often not a necessary purchase, but it often helps the movement be more specific to the dance.

Dance shoes are required for some activities. For example, in ballet there would be no way to study en pointe without a pair of pointe shoes. This hard-toed stiff-shankled footwear enables a dancer to elevate to their tiptoes for a dance. Similarly, jazz dancers need to have footwear that offers support, flexibility, and stability to be able to jump and twist and turn during routines. You cant "tap" dance without tap shoes, and many professional dancers prefer stilettos when preforming.

Along with dance shoes, one may need to purchase certain attire. There are dances that require a definite look such as Ballet. One would need to buy a leotard as well as tights and a tutu. Although some dances don’t demand specific attire, clothing should often be worn to fit into the mood and feel of a piece. A hip-hop dance may not look right if the dancers were to be wearing skirts and high heels, whereas looser fitting attire and sneakers may be more appropriate.

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