{"id":8190,"date":"2026-11-03T09:32:25","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T14:32:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/?p=8190"},"modified":"2026-11-03T10:32:45","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T15:32:45","slug":"dance-shoes-guide-choosing-your-first-pair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/blog\/dance-lessons\/dance-shoes-guide-choosing-your-first-pair\/","title":{"rendered":"Dance Shoes Guide: Choosing Your First Pair"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"8190\" class=\"elementor elementor-8190\" data-elementor-settings=\"{&quot;ha_cmc_init_switcher&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e6ee057 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e6ee057\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a59d6a elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"3a59d6a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;],&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;tablet&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_laptop&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of Contents\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__3a59d6a\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__3a59d6a\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__3a59d6a\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-169117ae e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"169117ae\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-72d41f12 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"72d41f12\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dance shoes have <\/span><b>a smooth sole, a softer build and a heel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> made for the style you dance. That&#8217;s why turning, gliding, and feeling the floor all get easier.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Many people come to their first lessons in sneakers and only then notice how much footwear affects every step. We teach ballroom and Latin styles at Fred Astaire Dance Studios \u2013 South Windsor, and each calls for its own kind of shoe.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes.webp\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8191 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes.webp\" alt=\"Dance shoes: close-up of a couple\u2019s feet on a polished studio floor, the woman in silver strappy heels and fishnet tights and the man in black leather lace-up shoes and black trousers.\" width=\"853\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes.webp 1920w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-1536x864.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b>What Makes Dance Shoes Different From Everyday Footwear?<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Everyday footwear is made for walking outside, while studio shoes are built for turning smoothly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>Suede Soles That Let You Turn<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Suede sole dance shoes slide just enough for a clean turn without letting your foot slip out. Nearly every ballroom and Latin model uses this kind of sole.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The key is balance between grip and glide. You need a little friction to push off into a turn or a step, but not so much that your foot sticks to the floor. Suede gives you both. <\/span><b>Floors make a difference too<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: a smoother, \u201cfaster\u201d floor has less grip than a \u201cslower\u201d one, and suede soles help you adjust to either.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Over time, suede can get shiny and slippery. A quick pass with a sole brush lifts the fibers and brings the grip back.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>Flexible, Snug and Light<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Good dance shoes follow the shape of your foot, with no slipping at the heel. In closed-toe shoes, your toes should rest comfortably without empty space in front of them. In open-toe Latin sandals, your toes should reach the front edge of the sole.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both types have a flexible sole that bends under the arch, so you can rise onto the ball of your foot and feel the floor. Latin shoes are even more flexible, since Latin dances rely more on footwork through the ball of the foot.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When a shoe fits well, balance gets easier because your foot isn\u2019t doing extra work. Our post on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/blog\/uncategorized\/6-things-focus-perfect-balance\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">six things to focus on for perfect balance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> explains why the feet matter so much.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b>Ballroom Dance Shoes for the Traveling Styles<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ballroom dance shoes are made for the dances that travel around the floor. In International style, these are the Standard dance<\/span><b>s<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: the Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot and Quickstep. In American style, the Smooth dances include the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot and Viennese Waltz.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">All of these dances rely on long, <\/span><b>gliding steps and heel leads<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, where you step forward onto your heel before rolling through to the ball of your foot. That\u2019s why ballroom shoes have a closed toe, a supportive structure and a lower heel designed to help you transfer your weight smoothly.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The same type of shoe takes you from your first lesson all the way to the competition floor, so if you ever want to see where your dancing could lead, find out<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/blog\/dance-competitions\/ballroom-dance-competition-what-pro-am-is-and-how-it-works\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">how a ballroom dance competition works<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left\"><b>Closed-Toe Heels for Women<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Women\u2019s ballroom shoes are classic closed-toe pumps, often in satin or leather. The heel is usually 2 to 2.5 inches high and slightly flared for stability. If you\u2019re a beginner, you can start with a lower heel, around 1.25 inches, and move to a higher one as your balance improves.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-2-1.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8193 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-2-1.webp\" alt=\"Dance shoes: close-up of a woman\u2019s feet in nude satin ballroom heels with ankle straps, beneath a flowing black chiffon skirt, on a polished wooden ballroom floor.\" width=\"470\" height=\"610\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-2-1.webp 789w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-2-1-231x300.webp 231w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-2-1-768x997.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 470px) 100vw, 470px\" \/><\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>The Men&#8217;s Lace-Up<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For men, the usual choice is a<\/span><b> leather or patent leather lace-up<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that looks like a classic dress shoe. The difference is underneath: a suede sole that lets you glide and turn, and a flexible build that lets you roll through your feet.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The heel is low, usually about 1 inch. That height is no accident. Ballroom dances like the Waltz and Foxtrot rely on heel leads, where you step forward onto your heel and then roll through to the ball of your foot. A low, broad heel keeps that movement smooth and stable.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-4.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8195 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-4.webp\" alt=\"Dance shoes: close-up of a man\u2019s black leather lace-up ballroom shoe with a low block heel, worn with black trousers on a polished wooden floor in a chandelier-lit ballroom.\" width=\"519\" height=\"591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-4.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-4-263x300.webp 263w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-4-768x876.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 519px) 100vw, 519px\" \/><\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b>What Sets Latin Dance Shoes Apart<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Latin dance shoes are made for the Latin and Rhythm styles. In International style, Latin includes the Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble and Jive. In American style, Rhythm includes the Cha-Cha, Rumba, East Coast Swing, Bolero and Mambo.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In all of these dances, you move mostly on the front of your foot, with quick weight changes and plenty of hip action. That\u2019s why Latin shoes are lighter and more flexible than ballroom ones, with a higher heel that keeps your weight forward.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You\u2019ll also wear Latin-style shoes for popular social dances like Salsa and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/blog\/dance-lessons\/bachata-dance-for-beginners-steps-styles-and-roots\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bachata<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. They aren\u2019t part of the competitive Latin and Rhythm categories, but they\u2019re danced at parties and clubs around the world and share the same forward, rhythmic footwork.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>Open-Toe Sandals and Higher Heels<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Women\u2019s Latin shoes are<\/span><b> open-toe sandals with straps across the foot<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, usually fastened around the ankle so the shoe stays secure during quick turns. The most common heel height is 2.5 to 3 inches, but many brands also offer lower heels for beginners.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-6.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8197 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-6.webp\" alt=\"Dance shoes: close-up of a woman\u2019s feet in tan satin strappy Latin dance sandals with high heels and crossed ankle straps, beneath a red fringed skirt, on a polished wooden ballroom floor.\" width=\"576\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-6.webp 736w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-6-216x300.webp 216w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>What Men Wear for Latin<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Men\u2019s Latin shoes look similar to ballroom shoes, with a closed toe and laces, but they\u2019re built differently. They have a taller Cuban heel, usually about 1.5 inches, which shifts the weight forward onto the balls of the feet. They\u2019re also lighter and much more flexible.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-5.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8196 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-5.webp\" alt=\"Dance shoes: close-up of a black leather lace-up dance shoe with a chunky mid-height heel, worn with black trousers on a polished wooden floor in a chandelier-lit ballroom.\" width=\"587\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-5.webp 828w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-5-264x300.webp 264w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-5-768x873.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 587px) 100vw, 587px\" \/><\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b>Do Beginners Need Dance Shoes?<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Not right away. For your first lessons, the most important thing is to wear something comfortable that lets you move freely. As we mention in our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/faqs\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">dance lesson FAQs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, men can wear shoes with leather soles, and women should choose a closed-back style that stays securely on the foot. Once you know you\u2019ll keep dancing, your instructor can help you choose your first pair of dance shoes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>Footwear for Your First Few Classes<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A pair with a smooth leather sole works fine, as long as it stays on and keeps you steady. Turns are where newcomers usually get stuck, so we take them one piece at a time in the first lessons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>Regular Sneakers vs. Dance Sneakers<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Regular sneakers aren&#8217;t a good choice for dancing, since <\/span><b>a rubber sole sticks to the floor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and slows your footwork. Dance sneakers are fine for practice, but they don\u2019t replace a proper ballroom or Latin pair, so check with your instructor first.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b>What to Wear to Your First Dance Class<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Picking clothes is much simpler than picking footwear. What matters is that you can stretch and turn easily, and your instructor can see the line of your body.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>Clothes That Move With You<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pick clothes that don&#8217;t restrict your arms and knees, like pants with a bit of stretch or a knee-length skirt. Skip wide sleeves and jewelry that can catch on your partner. Layers help, since you&#8217;ll warm up fast once class starts.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3><b>Smooth vs. Latin Lesson Outfits<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For Smooth and Standard styles, a skirt that moves as you travel or straight-leg pants work well. For Latin classes, many women choose a shorter skirt or fitted pants, so their knee and hip action stays visible. Men only need a shirt that stays tucked in when they raise their arms.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-3.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8194 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-3.webp\" alt=\"Dance shoes: eight people in black outfits and dance shoes stand in a row holding red roses in a dance studio, with a mirror and a framed black-and-white portrait of a dancer in a top hat behind them.\" width=\"706\" height=\"530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-3.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-3-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-3-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-3-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/192\/2026\/11\/dance-shoes-3-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 100vw, 706px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b>Start Dancing in South Windsor, CT, and Find the Right Shoes Along the Way\u00a0<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your dance journey begins with an intro lesson at<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fred Astaire Dance Studios \u2013 South Windsor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. You\u2019ll start with a friendly consultation and a tour of the studio, talk about what you\u2019d like to learn, see the floor you\u2019ll be dancing on, and take your first steps in a comfortable pair of shoes you already own.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As you discover which styles you love, your instructor will help you find dance shoes that fit both your feet and your dancing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/dance-lessons\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Request your first lesson online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dance shoes have a smooth sole, a softer build and a heel made for the style you dance. That&#8217;s why turning, gliding, and feeling the floor all get easier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":461,"featured_media":8198,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8190","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dance-lessons"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8190","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/461"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8190"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8190\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8198"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8190"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8190"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/south-windsor\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8190"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}