What are the best shoes for Zumba®?
* Please note: You may not participate in our clases if you are barefoot, in only socks or are wearing inappropriate footwear such as flip flops or “toning shoes”. Also we strongly discourage the use of jazz/dance sneakers or any footwear purchased from any dance supply store as this type of shoe can cause many foot injuries when used in Zumba fitness classes, such as plantar faciitis (they are however just fine for ballroom dancing). Zumba® recommends any shoe that has good cushion support, medial-lateral support (for side to side movements) and low-traction rubber (for easy sliding and turning). There are a number of great fitness shoes and dance sneakers that fit this description. Usually court shoes or “aerobic” shoes are good for medial-lateral and pivoting movements. Running shoes are not ideal due to the heavy tread on the bottom of the shoes and because running shoes are designed more for forward movement. The best shoe for you is the shoe that fits your foot well. Everyone’s f
