| Learning to tap dance is a great way to keep fit. It will | | | | adjustments to the screws that hold them to the sole. |
| also no doubt lead you to making loads of new too! | | | | Just like any style of dance such as ballet, jazz or |
| To get the most out of your tap dance classes it's | | | | modern there are different types of tap shoes |
| really important to make sure you choose a suitable | | | | designed for different abilities. It's therefore important |
| pair of tap shoes. Choosing the right pair is slightly | | | | that you purchase a pair that match your level of skill. |
| different to buying a pair of regular shoes or trainers | | | | As a beginner, it's advisable to use a full sole with |
| because there are a few things you need to know so | | | | either a flat or low heel as this will make it as easy as |
| you can ensure you purchase the shoes that suit you | | | | possible to master new moves making learning as |
| best. | | | | enjoyable as possible. Once you've mastered the |
| Firstly, it's highly important to invest in a pair of tap | | | | basics, you can learn more advanced steps and |
| shoes that are good quality. You can ensure this by | | | | choose tap shoes with a split sole or slightly higher |
| buying from a reputable dancewear brand such as | | | | heel. |
| Roch Valley, Dance Gear, Capezio, So Danca or Leo's | | | | If you're a little unsure about which shoe to go for, then |
| Dancewear. A pair of shoes from any of these | | | | you could go to a local dance shop to get your tap |
| suppliers will stand the test of time and ensure that | | | | shoes fitted by a professional. However, the internet |
| you get the most enjoyment possible out of your tap | | | | offers you a massive choice of dance shops where |
| dance lessons! | | | | you can purchase your dance gear such as tap shoes. |
| If you have the ability to pick things up quickly, you may | | | | It's a good idea to shop around because prices often |
| consider teletone taps. These are the most common | | | | vary. Make sure you also take into account the cost |
| type of tap shoe but are usually for those who have a | | | | of postage, their returns policy, and also check out the |
| little experience. The benefit is that they enable you to | | | | dance shop's terms and conditions to ensure you get |
| tune the sound of the tap they make with small | | | | the best possible service. |
