What Shoes Do Professional Dancers Wear?

Professional dancers don't all wear the same shoes — and that's the point. The footwear a professional pole dancer performs in is completely different from what a professional Latin dancer wears. Here's the complete answer by discipline.

Professional Pole Dancers

Platform heels in the 20–23cm range with a 7–9cm platform sole, non-slip rubber outsole, open toe, patent or rhinestone finish. Browse our Pole Dance Heels collection.

Professional Latin Dancers

Latin heels with a slim heel post of 7–9cm, suede sole, flexible construction, secure ankle strap. Rhinestone embellishment is standard at competition and professional performance level. Browse our Latin & Dance Heels collection.

Professional Ballroom Dancers

Standard ballroom heels of 5–7cm with suede sole for smooth styles. Latin heels of 7–9cm for Latin ballroom. Browse our Latin & Ballroom collection.

Professional Drag Performers

Platform heels or thigh-high boots in the 15–23cm range, patent or glitter finish, rhinestone embellishment. Browse our Thigh-High Boots, Knee-High Boots, and Rhinestone Everything collection.

Professional Stage and Theater Performers

Patent platform heels in the 12–18cm range. Knee-high or thigh-high boots for character-driven looks. Browse our Platform Heels collection and Stage Boots collection.

Professional Belly Dancers

Bare feet or soft slippers for traditional styles. Performance sandals or low heels for stage and fusion styles. Browse our Belly Dance Costumes collection.