This entry was posted on Friday, September 26th, 2008 at 8:17 pm and is filed under Ballroom Dancing, Shoes. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can skip to the end and leave a response. Pinging is currently not allowed.
If you’ve recently become interested in the world of ballroom dancing, you’re not alone. The sport has received considerable exposure thanks to programs such as “Dancing with the Stars,” and ever since, people are opting to tango far more than ever before.
But beginning dancers should know that a quality shoe is the first step to ballroom success. First off, the soles of your shoes need to be slick and smooth. Tread is great for icy streets, but it will make spinning almost impossible on the dance floor.
The actual shape of the shoe is important as well. Go with closed toe dance shoes to begin. This will protect your toes from novice partners and any clumsy missteps. It’s also a good idea to have a covered back so that your shoe offers the best support possible.
With the right shoe, you can actually concentrate on the new steps rather than worrying about an uncomfortable, ill-fitting, or misbehaving shoe.
