Question 1

What makes a good tap dancing shoe?

Accepted Answer

The most basic consideration when buying tap dancing shoes is the noise. When selecting tap dancing shoes, it is just as important to take into consideration the way they sound as how they look and feel.

Question 2

What is the Overall Build and Design of Tap Dancing Shoes?

Accepted Answer

It is important for you to look at the specific components of the design. For example, the stitches on the leather cut upper will indicate whether the tap shoe will have more flex or if it has more durability. The more stitches there are, the more it will give a stronger hold but it would really cut back on the flexibility of the upper. This in particular is known to be a point of concern to tap dancers. Another component that is equally important but also hinders the flexibility is a toe cage-like build. This extra material on the toe box would help prevent strain caused by the constant tapping of the toes on the ground as done in tap dancing.

Question 3

How do you choose the Right Upper Fabric for Tap Dancing Shoes?

Accepted Answer

The upper fabric will affect the aesthetics of your tap dancing shoes, and also your overall performance. There are a lot of upper fabrics that you can choose from. Despite several materials being used regularly in tap dancing shoes, leather has to be the most practical to be the build of your tap shoe.

Question 4

What types of Materials are used in the Taps?

Accepted Answer

If these are going to be your first tap shoes, and you are not yet familiar with taps, they are the component of a tap dancing shoe that sits under the forefoot. Taps make contact with the ground and is what is responsible for the tapping sounds you get with these shoes.

Question 5

How much are average Tap Dancing Shoes?

Accepted Answer

Of course, everybody wants the best bang for their buck. You want to compare the price of tap shoes before buying one. However, always remember that the cheapest isn't always the best option for you, some of the best tap dancing shoes can go upwards to $150!