Students always ask which heels I recommend for latin and ballroom class, so here they are! My picks range from beginner-friendly pairs to professional favorites, plus a few essentials to help you keep your heels in top shape.
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โจLatin Heels โจ
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Latin/Ballroom Practice Shoes
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Shoe Care ๐งผ
โจLatin Heels โจ
Some heels I recommend for Latin dancing based on my own experiences and what Iโve heard from other dancers ๐ฏโโ๏ธ
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(Pricepoint: $$) I've never heard a bad thing about Supadance from any professional dancers. Definitely a good quality choice for those starting out or dancing professionally.
Supadance
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(Pricepoint: $$) I danced in Ray Rose latin heels for almost all of my competitive years and they never failed me! They're flexible for the foot and I like the styles they have compared to other latin shoe brands.
Ray Rose
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(Pricepoint: $$$) Aida dance shoes are on the pricier side, but if you are serious about your dance training they are definitely worth it!
Women's Latin/Rhythm Dance Shoes
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(Pricepoint: $) A great economical option for dancers just starting out! The heel comes in 2.2 and 2.8 inches which is a comfortable starting point for beginners.
RoseMoli Women's Satin Latin Dance Shoes
Latin/Ballroom Practice Shoes
These shoes are a comfortable alternative for dancers that practice often and want to protect their ankles from dancing in heels!
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(Pricepoint: $$) A practice shoe for the girls that want a little extra flair. ๐โโฌ๐พ
Leopard Print Practice Dance Shoe
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(Pricepoint: $) These are great for beginners that don't want to start off right away on a higher heel.
RoseMoli Women's Latin Dance Shoes
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(Pricepoint: $$) Another good option for optimizing comfort and flexibility during dance practice.
Split Sole Dance Sneakers
Shoe Care ๐งผ
Keep your shoes lasting longer with these recommendations!
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An important thing to have if you want to keep your shoes with suede soles less slippery and last longer!
Suede Sole Shoe Brush Cleaner
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Great for protecting your heels and keeping you from slipping!
Anti-Slip Heel Cap Protectors
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Dance shoes can get pretty stinky over time, so using a deodorizer spray is great to keep them smelling fresh for longer! This spray does the job, but be prepared for a lingering essential oil smell.
LUMI Natural Shoe Deodorizer Spray
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Baking soda is a good option for helping you scrub out stains from your shoes! Just use a tiny bit with water and gently scrub out the stain with a towel or soft brush.
Baking Soda
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To keep the bottoms of your shoes fresh, you can use suede stick-on soles as a temporary solution! Suede fabric is best for not being too slippery or too sticky.