Shoes and dancewear in the Sportano shop First practice of energetic Zumba in the fitness room, or perhaps jazz dance performances in large arenas? Whatever your favourite type of dance and level of expertise, at Sportano every dancer can successfully stock up on the best quality clothing and shoes with which to feel the true freedom of every movement. Dance shoes: which to choose? When choosing shoes, you need to suggest the type of dance. You'll need completely different shoes for zumba training and for Latin American dances. Zumba shoes If you're planning to go to a zumba class, comfortable, snug-fitting sports shoes like those for fitness training will suffice. However, the sole will be important - it's important that it's slightly thicker and has a properly shaped tread. This will ensure that the shoes provide slip protection. Ballroom dance shoes Are you interested in ballroom dancing? Choose shoes with a small, approximately 6 cm heel and a sole made of eco-leather, which ensures that your feet glide over the dance floor. Latin American dance shoes Latin American dance shoes should also have a heel, preferably a flare heel, and should be flexible and soft. Latin American dances, such as salsa, are very energetic, so it is advisable to look for shoes that are more built up and have stabilising straps to take care of the balance of each movement. Jazz shoes Jazz shoes, as they are commonly called for jazz dance shoes, should be comfortable and very flexible to adapt to each figure performed by the dancer. Such shoes include slip-on and unlined models made of natural leather. They have a velour sole with neoprene inserts for maximum freedom of movement. Other jazz shoes are those laced, mesh, with a suede sole, with which you will take the very sure steps.High heels dancing shoes High heels are associated with dancing for a reason. The preferred stiletto height for shoes for this dance is as high as 8-10 cm. Beginning dancers should also take into account the build-up of the shoe - the more material, the better the ankle stabilisation and the more secure the movement. Unlined stilettos are spectacular, but they're best for advanced dancers who take precise steps. The material of construction is also important here - organic leather will do a great job of wicking away moisture, while mesh material will be ideal for summer and provide air permeability. Pole dance shoes High platform shoes will work well for pole dancing. Above all, heels should be slightly wider than usual to balance the weight between platform and stiletto. Built-up models will help beginner dancers to stay stable on the pole, while the more exposed ones will be great for advanced dancers. Glass shoes, as these shoes are expertly referred to, need to be comfortable and should not have extra embellishments that could cause abrasions and cuts when performing difficult positions. In addition, these shoes should be a size larger than the one you wear every day. Clothing for dancing: what type of clothing is best? As with shoes, clothing should also be selected for the specific type of dancing. However, there is a denominator for all dance clothing - comfort.
Sportswear such as a synthetic, breathable T-shirt or top and moisture-wicking elastane leggings will work well for high-energy dance workouts with aerobic elements such as zumba and fat burning.
However, if you're training for show dance, contemporary dance, you'll need to tailor your clothes for the stage conditions you'll be performing in. Contemporary dance incorporates elements of ballet, so include in your training a body-fitting outfit that accentuates your every move. This can include synthetic, longer tops and polyamide leggings with a touch of elastane.
In addition to the comfort that the outfit must provide, aesthetic considerations are also important. Latin American dancing will be much more glamorous if you choose outfits with different embellishments: tassels and frills. For women, skirts as well as skirt-shorts are proposed to add grace to every movement, and for men there are hip-high fitted high-waisted trousers to highlight every acrobatic move.
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