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Bloch Women's Jason Samuels Smith Ballet Flat, Tap Dancing

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Size Chart

US TAP DANCING BALLET FLAT

Brand Size	EU Size	UK Size
4	35	2
4.5	35.5	2.5
5	36	3
5.5	36.5	3.5
6	37	4
6.5	37.5	4.5
7	38	5
7.5	38.5	5.5
8	39	6
8.5	41	6.5
9	41.5	7
9.5	42	7.5
10	42.5	8
10.5	43	8.5
11	44	9
11.5	44.5	9.5
12	45	10
12.5	45.5	10.5
13	46	11

Product details

Fabric type

100% Leather

Care instructions

Machine Wash

Origin

Imported

Sole material

Leather

About this item

TAP SPECIFIC : Our Shoe is specifically designed for tap dancers, with a focus on producing clear and precise sounds. The shoe is engineered to achieve maximum tap plate contact with the floor for a crisp sound.

SUPPORTIVE ARCH: The Jason Samuels Smith Dance Shoe features a supporting arch that helps to maintain proper foot alignment and reduce strain on the feet. This is important for preventing injuries and maintaining good form.

COMFORTABLE AND FLEXIBLE: The shoe has an absorbing stable heel that helps to reduce the impact on the feet and joints during high-impact dance routines. This feature is particularly important for tap dancers who perform routines with a lot of jumping and stomping.

DURABILITY: The shoe is made from high-quality leather that is durable and long-lasting to withstand frequent use. The leather also conforms to the foot for a comfortable and secure fit use, making them an excellent investment for those who want a reliable and stable Dance shoe

STYLISH and VERSATILE : The Jason Samuels Smith Dance Shoe for Women has a sleek and elegant design that is popular among serious dancers. The shoe is available in various colors and styles, making it easy for dancers to find one that suits their style and preferences.

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From the manufacturer

bloch, dance, bloch dance, dancewear, ballet, tap, contemporary

It all started with a promise…

...to make the most comfortable dance shoes in the world.

Bloch, leo, mirella, dance, dancewear, shoes, ballet, pointe, tap, leotards, tutus, tights, apparel

Jacob Bloch, a shoe maker by trade, emigrated to Australia in 1930 during the height of The Great Depression.

Jacob's love of music and dancing took him to the local ballet schools and at one of these schools he noticed a young dancer struggling to stay en pointe. Jacob promised he would make her a better pair of pointe shoes to dance in, and so he did.

Jacob’s reputation for making high-quality dance footwear spread rapidly.

Jacob’s shoes became so well-known and sought after, that it sparked the creation of a full range of dance footwear and dance fashion products. The brand grew rapidly and over time became the BLOCH we know and love.

Today, BLOCH has a reputation as one of the most trusted in the industry and is still fulfilling the promise made by its founder close to nine decades ago; "to make the most comfortable dance shoe in the world".

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Product Description

Canvas and Kashmir lining provide optimal comfort

Founded in Sydney, in 1932 by Jacob Bloch, Bloch is a pioneer in the technical dance market. Since its inception, the renowned footwear brand has produced handmade pointe shoes for esteemed ballet dancers worldwide. Bloch recently entered an exciting new period of innovation and fashion design with the creation of mainstream footwear, following the demands by current customers to create street-ready shoes.

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.9 x 6.1 x 3.5 inches; 12 ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ S0313L
Department ‏ : ‎ womens
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 16, 2014
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Bloch
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005AALJ7I

Best Sellers Rank: #82,334 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry)
- #82 in Women's Ballet & Dance Shoes

Customer Reviews:
875

Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5

875 global ratings

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Customers say

Customers like the quality, sound quality and comfort of the tap shoes. For example, they mention they're well made, have a sturdy toe plate and heel plate, and have gotten better with their tapping. That said, some disagree on fit and weight.

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130 customers mention123 positive7 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the tap shoes. They mention that they are well-made, have a sturdy toe plate and heel plate, and are easy to get more sounds than beginner tap shoes, with thicker soles and heels. They also say that the leather is sturdy and the thicker toe and heel plates make them perfect.

"These tap shoes are the best! They are very heavy duty and great quality. The sounds on these are beautiful! Very sharp and loud sounds...." Read more

"Love love love these tap shoes, great quality and amazing deep noise." Read more

"Great good quality shoes, great sounds. Bloch says size up 0.5 inch from street shoe its more like 1. Inch. Perfect would be 0.75...." Read more

"...They seem to be more stable for toe stands (tho the larger toe box took a bit of adjustment too)...." Read more

75 customers mention71 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the tap shoes. They mention that the sound of their tapping has improved, making an amazing deep noise. They also say that the shoes are comfortable and easy to adjust, making their taps crisp and louder.

"...They are very heavy duty and great quality. The sounds on these are beautiful! Very sharp and loud sounds. They do run a bit small...." Read more

"Love love love these tap shoes, great quality and amazing deep noise." Read more

"Great good quality shoes, great sounds. Bloch says size up 0.5 inch from street shoe its more like 1. Inch. Perfect would be 0.75...." Read more

"...shoes so it took a class or two of adjustment, but my taps are more crisp and louder...." Read more

41 customers mention38 positive3 negative

Customers find the shoes comfortable right from the first time they wear them. They appreciate the extra padding and the sturdy construction. Customers say the shoes are supportive enough for toe stands. They also mention that the leather is super soft and the shoes themselves are incredibly sturdy. Overall, customers are satisfied with the comfort and quality of the shoes.

"...I first got them but have stretched a little since then and are now comfortable. They come with the rubber soles unattached...." Read more

"...And it has more padding. These ones are heavier then normal shoes so it took a class or two of adjustment, but my taps are more crisp and louder...." Read more

"...good, much more easy to get more sounds then beginner tap shoes, nice support." Read more

"...The shoes are nice, good quality leather, comfortable, and have good sound. Wish I would have started with these...." Read more

18 customers mention18 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the shoes. They mention that they are beautiful, nice, and sound great.

"...The sound is awesome, the black leather is gorgeous, and it is easier for my students to hear because the tone is so loud and clear...." Read more

"This is a beautiful tap shoe...." Read more

"...The sound is so strong and solid, it's beautiful...." Read more

"...They fit perfectly and my daughter LOVES them. They sound AMAZING. Nice, clean sounds can be heard on stage...." Read more

18 customers mention18 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the shoes. They say it's a good investment and a low cost high quality cute.

"...Worth the money!" Read more

"These tap shoes are pricey but are high quality and have a great sound! They have a sturdy toe plate and heel plate...." Read more

"...Definitely the most comfortable tap shoe I've ever owned and worth the money. I wear a 9.5 street shoe and based on the reviews, ordered a 10.5...." Read more

"Fit was true and delivery was prompt. Price was very good. The quality was not the same as the ones I've seen at the dance store...." Read more

98 customers mention52 positive46 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the shoes. Some mention that they fit as expected, are comfortable, and stylish. Others say that the sizing is off, and the shoes are definitely undersized.

"...The next day they arrived and fit perfectly. Much easier than having to drive to a dance shop." Read more

"...I can still wear a pair of thin socks with them. The toe area was a bit tight when I first got them but have stretched a little since then and are..." Read more

"...a size 5 (women's) but I ended up sending them back for 5.5 and they fit better...." Read more

"...Inch. Perfect would be 0.75. Wonderful shoes though just sizing is off" Read more

20 customers mention10 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the weight of the shoes. Some mention that they are definitely heavier and have a taller heel, while others say that they're weighted just right.

"...Great sound and tone! I hardly notice the heaviness of the shoes." Read more

"...And it has more padding. These ones are heavier then normal shoes so it took a class or two of adjustment, but my taps are more crisp and louder...." Read more

"...They are definitely heavier and have a taller heel, which for me in my late 40’s, required some adjustment time...." Read more

"I wanted to love this shoe, but for me the style is too heavy and stiff. I know tappers who love them, and it’s definitely well made...." Read more

8 customers mention0 positive8 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the laces of the shoes. They mention that the shoes arrived without laces, with only one shoe string, and with the black sole treads unattached. Some customers also report that the shoe pad is missing.

"...Shoe also came with no laces, which I found surprising...." Read more

"Shoe pad missing. I ordered snd only got one pad" Read more

"...arrived fast but once she took both shoes out we realized we only had one shoe string. So now I have to buy and additional shoe string...." Read more

"...in love so I paid $170 dollars for these brand new shoes that didn't even come with laces?..." Read more

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Aricka

Awesome shoes!

Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2020

Size: 8.5Color: BlackVerified Purchase

These tap shoes are the best! They are very heavy duty and great quality. The sounds on these are beautiful! Very sharp and loud sounds. They do run a bit small. I normally wear a 7.5 to 8 in street shoes and I had to get a few sizes before finding a good fit. I ended up with a size 8.5 in this tap shoes and it fits snug (which I wanted). I can still wear a pair of thin socks with them. The toe area was a bit tight when I first got them but have stretched a little since then and are now comfortable. They come with the rubber soles unattached. I chose not to put them onto my shoes (because I didn’t know how and I didn’t want to pay more money to find someone to do it professionally). There is definitely more sliding without them but I’ve gotten used to it. I do feel like the balls of my feet get a bit more sore after dancing for a while probably because of this. Overall, I love these shoes! I’ve had them for about two years now and I still love them. I’m considering getting them in white too! If you get these shoes, you won’t regret it!

10 people found this helpful

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Bimal

Best Shoes Ever

Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2024

Size: 7.5Color: BlackVerified Purchase

Love love love these tap shoes, great quality and amazing deep noise.

Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2023

Size: 9Color: BlackVerified Purchase

Great good quality shoes, great sounds. Bloch says size up 0.5 inch from street shoe its more like 1. Inch. Perfect would be 0.75. Wonderful shoes though just sizing is off

One person found this helpful

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domlex

Very supportive, good investment if you plan on tapping.

Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2019

Size: 8.5Color: BlackVerified Purchase

I'm just a regular tap dancer, I don't do really fancy stuff due to spine issues, but I can actually do more in these. I had regular tap shoes before, the $60 ones with the full sole. I decided to get these after my son accidentally threw out my old ones (they were in a grocery bag after recital, boys, *sigh*). My dance teacher and more pro dancers at my studio wear these and he said, "you'll never have to buy another pair". So I decided, go for it, treat yourself, up your game. I'm super happy I did. I love that the front, where the laces are, goes up higher then a regular shoe. And it has more padding. These ones are heavier then normal shoes so it took a class or two of adjustment, but my taps are more crisp and louder. They seem to be more stable for toe stands (tho the larger toe box took a bit of adjustment too). Obviously I don't know how long they last but I'm really glad I spent a bit more. Of note, I got really confused by the size chart and tried two smaller sizes. It ended up being the same size as my regular full sole Bloch's. One size larger then running shoe size. Also, they did have to be broken in.

8 people found this helpful

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MikePA83

1 Size up

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2024

Size: 8Color: BlackVerified Purchase

Size up one size from regular shoes.

My daughter wears a size 7, we ordered an 8. The next day they arrived and fit perfectly. Much easier than having to drive to a dance shop.

Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2023

Size: 7.5Color: BlackVerified Purchase

They are good, much more easy to get more sounds then beginner tap shoes, nice support.

One person found this helpful

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Raquel

Tap size

Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2024

Size: 8Color: BlackVerified Purchase

Many people have written that the Bloch tap shoes run to small. I have been a professional dancer for 40 years. Leather stretches a lot!! I bought my regular shoe size 8 and they were tight but perfect.
After 3 days and 6 hrs, they are already stretched. If you are going to be wearing them often get your shoe size. If not, maby .5 size up.

The sound is awesome, the black leather is gorgeous, and it is easier for my students to hear because the tone is so loud and clear. Worth the money!

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Kimberly Bright

Hi quality soe, but buy 1.5 sizes larger than street shoe. Runs small. Also came with no laces

Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2022

Size: 10Color: BlackVerified Purchase

I normally where a 9-9.5 street shoe, so was shocked when the size 10's I ordered were too small. I also was disappointed there was no option on Amazon to exchange sizes, so I actually had to return the shoe, wait for a credit and buy again. Shoe also came with no laces, which I found surprising. Other than that, this is a quality tap show, however it comes a little stiff, so needs breaking in. There is also no rubber on the bottoms, like some.

3 people found this helpful

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