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Which dance shoes are best for beginners? Here's what matters!

Are you currently attending your first dance class and wondering when and why you need dance shoes, and which dance shoes are best for beginners?


We recommend that you to wear dance shoes even in the first courseDance shoes protect your knees and joints. When turning, your knee isn't always leading and your feet following; with dance shoes, you turn your whole body simultaneously. Dance shoes are a piece of sports equipment—would you play tennis without a racket? Therefore, it's important to find out which dance shoes are best suited for you as a beginner.

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Dance sneakers: The best dance shoes in terms of flexibility

High-quality dance shoes are not cheap, as they – like ours – Dancing Queens dance shoes – are handmade. Since dance shoes are considered "sports equipment," high quality is important because they have to withstand a lot and also be comfortable. Therefore, we pay attention to a Special insole padding and comfortable and stable heels in women's dance shoes.


Are you unsure whether you want to invest in dance shoes right from the start? What if you don't enjoy dancing and decide to quit? That's why we recommend dance shoes as your first step. Dance sneakersThey are versatile and can be used for all dances, from salsa, bachata, and kizomba to West Coast Swing, jive, ballroom dancing, disco fox, line dancing, and Zumba. Should you lose your enthusiasm for dancing, you can easily rekindle it thanks to... outdoor sole They can be used as regular sneakers. This makes dance sneakers the most flexible answer to the question of which dance shoes are best for beginners. Bettina, our co-founder, always wears her dance sneakers on city trips because they are more comfortable and softer than regular sneakers. Plus, they're simply trendy for both men and women right now. Find out now which ones are right for you! Sneaker type you are!

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Which dance shoes are suitable for beginners in your dance style?

Do you dance salsa, bachata, kizomba, ballroom, tango, or disco fox and prefer a more elegant look? Then our customers often ask about the right heel height and color for their first dance shoes. Which dance shoes are best suited for beginners?


For salsa, bachata, kizomba, or tango, we recommend starting with dance shoes with 7 cm flare heels, especially if you have some experience walking in heels. The flare heel It's wide and gives you the necessary stability. If you have no experience or have trouble with high heels, for example due to foot surgery, our models with a 5 cm heel are suitable.heel.


For standard dance and disco fox, however, the majority of our female customers opt for dance shoes with a 3 to 5 cm heel.heel, to be flexible for all dances.


For the first Dance shoes for women For beginners, we recommend black or bronze/tan. They go perfectly with any outfit. If you continue dancing, you'll probably soon want to buy a second pair in another color.

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The best dance shoes for your foot type

Are you unsure which dance shoes are best for you as a beginner and would like to choose your shoes according to your foot shape? Every foot is slightly different, and thanks to our shop in Pfäffikon ZH, we've conducted countless shoe consultations. Whether you have narrow, wide, or average feet, you'll find the perfect model with us. Other topics that our customers, and perhaps you too, are interested in:


Do you dislike your toes because they're not the ideal length? Or do you prefer closed dance shoes to ensure no gentleman steps on your toes? Perhaps you have a bunion you'd like to conceal? Or maybe you've had foot surgery and want to use your orthotics?


You see, almost Each person has an individual need. – we would like to offer you, not only in this blog, but also in our consultations via WhatsApp or phone We offer solutions and advice on which dance shoes are best suited for you as a beginner. Discover a small selection below covering specific topics.

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Dance shoes for beginners: Our tips on sizing

Dance shoes vary considerably in their design depending on the manufacturer. Therefore, pay attention to our Size chart or our
Size recommendations are available directly on the product page of your desired shoe. We analyze your return reasons and use this information to continuously improve our website.


Are you still unsure which dance shoes are best for you as a beginner and don't want to order online? Then visit us at one of our dance festivals or in our shop to try them on in person. We are internationally renowned with Dancing Queens Stalls along the way.


Of course, you are also welcome to contact Contact us via our website. Personal service is important to us!

Our best feedback

Excellent Customer Service

Recently I ordered some items and found their Customer Service being super excellent! Extremely efficient and friendly. Quality sportswear and shoes!

Eli

Fantastic!

The service at Dancing Queen was absolutely fantastic! I will definitely recommend it to my participants!

Karin

Beautiful shoes

Beautiful shoes and incredibly great customer service! I will definitely be back. Dancing Queens order! 💃🏽

Melicia

Uncomplicated

Great shoes, fast order processing and delivery. Even in the case of returns/exchanges, communication was very straightforward and professional.

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Excellent Customer Service

Recently I ordered some items and found their Customer Service being super excellent! Extremely efficient and friendly. Quality sportswear and shoes!

Eli

Fantastic!

The service at Dancing Queen was absolutely fantastic! I will definitely recommend it to my participants!

Karin

Beautiful shoes

Beautiful shoes and incredibly great customer service! I will definitely be back. Dancing Queens order! 💃🏽

Melicia

Uncomplicated

Great shoes, fast order processing and delivery. Even in the case of returns/exchanges, communication was very straightforward and professional.

Neo

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