Customer Reviews Bloch Boost DRT Mesh Dance Sneaker
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Customer Fit Survey:
59%"Felt a full size smaller"
84%"Felt true to width"
53%"Excellent arch support"
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These shoes are awesome. I looked and looked for shoes for Zumba - ones that were comfortable and had the circle on the bottom - to twist and turn - these are perfect! I always wear a 7 1/2 and that is what I got in these. They are OK but an 8 might have worked better. Anyway, I love them and get a million compliments on them - the PINK ones!
Judy O, Zappos Customer,
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I bought these shoes for Zumba class. I read another review that recommended this type of footwear to allow for easy rotation movements and to discourage putting a torque on knee joints, something that could cause injury to your knees. I am very happy with this purchase. They are comfortable and they do provide smooth movement on studio/gym floors for dance/aerobic classes! Also, they are real leather uppers. I tried a cheaper pair not knowing that they were "synthetic leather." The non-leather shoes allowed no air circulation and made my feet start sweating. I returned them immediately. Don't waste your money on fake leather ones!
Cynthia G, Zappos Customer,
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Great shoe! Ordered larger size as others recommended and perfect fit. Pink is a bit too pale, but its better than pure black IMHO. Love Zappos!
C P, Zappos Customer,
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I take Zumba classes and was having a lot of trouble with my knees. These shoes are great. You are able to pivot easily. The shoes are flexible, yet have great support. Order 1 size larger then you normally wear in a sneaker.
Irene, Zappos Customer,
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I read the reviews on this shoe and was happy to take their advice. I have been working out with Tracy Anderson Dance Cardio and feel these shoes work perfectly. I have never ordered shoes online, but these fit perfect. I have a wider foot on my left foot because of a bunion, but the width of these shoes worked not irritating it. I did go up from a size 9 to a 10.5 though. I have about a .25 inch of space in the front, but still feel snug because if I went down a size they would be too small.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I am a Zumba instructor, and I have bad knees. I was looking for a shoe that wouldn't stick to the floor with all my twisting motions. I love these shoes. I normally wear 6 1/2 sneakers and ordered the 7 1/2 after reading the other reviews. They fit great. The shoe sizing guide was also helpful.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I purchased these for my Zumba class because I have bad knees and was worried that the sneakers I was wearing would stick to the floor and wrench my knee out of place. I just love these shoes! They\'re stylish, ultra comfortable, and just great for Zumba class because they don\'t stick to the floor like a sneaker would. \r\n\r\nI was a little concerned when ordering because I wear a wide width normally (8 1/2 wide). Nike is known to run narrow, so I ruled that brand out immediately. I ordered a 9 1/2 in the Bloch, which felt a little snug, so I loosened the laces a bit and then it was fine. I\'d recommend these to anybody taking a dance/aerobics/jazzercise-type class.
Lynn R, Zappos Customer,
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I bought these shoes for an aunt of mine who hasn't been able to pick them up yet, but I bought the same shoe for myself and, yes, you need 2 full sizes bigger than what you wear in a street shoe. I wore mine while on vacation. Everyone commented how good they looked but the most important is they are super comfortable. I basically use them to dance Zumba type dance.
Susan F, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes are wonderful for zumba dancing! I did need one full size bigger. These made dance class a dream. They are comfortable, and let me easily move around. I definitely recommend this shoe. They are so much better than the running shoes I was using.
Clare P, Zappos Customer,
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I love this shoes. I got them for my Zumba class and they work great! I wear size 8 and I got 9.5 in these because they do run small.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Love these shoes! I purchased them specifically to wear to Zumba classes and they are awesome! I used to wear Nike Shox Cameo, but they caused me to have severe pain on the tops of my feet near my ankles. They were way too stiff no matter how often I wore them, plus they made my feet look like a couple of sleds. Thus, I decided to look into different shoes. The Bloch shoes completely helped with the pain; it's almost completely disappeared! They are comfortable, cute dance shoes that are perfect for Zumba. I do agree with other reviewers 100% about ordering a complete size bigger than you normally wear (I wear a 9 and ordered a 10 and they are perfect), and that they are a tad bit slippery the first few times you wear them. They definitely have a different feel to them than the Nike Shox, yet I by far prefer the Bloch. Give them a try!
A. H, Zappos Customer,
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I bought thease shoes 1/2 a size larger than my shoe size (5) and they are too big! Ignore what everyone says about getting a size larger; just get your normal size. But apart from that they are brilliant dance shoes.
I'd also recommend:
Capezio
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I recently purchased these shoes to use for Zumba. I have a hard time buying shoes because I need orthotics. I found these shoes to have such excellent arch support that the orthotics are not necessary when wearing these. Also, they slide well and pivot well for Zumba class. I like them so much I am going to order a second pair just in case they stop making them! They run about a size small. I normally wear a 7 and I ordered the 8. Perfect!
Shirley, Zappos Customer,
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I am a Zumba Fitness Instructor and had been looking for a dance shoe that would give me the arch support and the room needed for my pudgy little feet! I have found a perfect dance shoe in the Bloch Boost DRT!!! This is now my favorite Zumba shoe ever... and my feet feel great even after 2 hours of dance!
I'd also recommend:
Capezio Dance shoe
Norma, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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I bought these shoes for Zumba and they are great! I ordered a full size up as some other people had suggested and they fit great! You can slide and pivot with no problem, there is less pain with your knees and back! Glad I bought them!
Lindsey C, Zappos Customer,
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I absolutely love these shoes! I bought them to wear to dance class and practice, but now I am using them for dance social events as well because they are so comfortable and easy to dance with. They work very well on a wooden dance floor and are easy to do spins with. They have great support, especially when standing on my toes during certain dance moves. The first time I wore these shoes was at a dance event in Nashville with over 500 dancers. I was surprised to see how many of the other dancers were wearing this same shoe. It is obviously the favorite shoe amongst swing dancers. My dance partner also bought a pair and loves them as well. We do mostly swing dance with some ballroom. For sizing I went a 1/2 size up from my normal shoe size and they fit perfectly. Thank you Zappos for such a great product and also for the free shipping and easy return policy!
I'd also recommend:
Capezio open-toed dance shoes...
Debra J, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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I wear a 7.5-8 in street shoes, and took a 9.5 in this shoe and it fits well.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Great shoes!!! They are very comfortable and nice looking. I chose them because my dance instructor recommended them, and in fact they are excellent. I also bought the Capezio dance shoes, but had to return them because they were very stiff!! Bloch shoes are soft, inside and out, easy to wear and great for dancing. I bought one size larger than my street shoes, but I guess I could do with just a half-size more instead, they tend to stretch a bit, and over time, they might feel loose, but nothing that two pairs of socks wouldn't fix. Zappos shipping/delivery was exceptional!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Great for Zumba!
These run a full size and a half small. They make spins much easier. The only complaint I have is that when you move side to side they tend to make you slide unexpectedly. As long as you know this you can make the adjustment.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Great shoe for Zumba - order a LARGER size!
I teach 4 Zumba classes weekly as well as teaching dance classes. This shoe rocks for all. However, heed the warnings to order a larger size. I wear 5-1/2 or 6 street size, and ordered a 7...ended up exchanging that for a 7-1/2!! Great shoe overall.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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They did NOT make these, when I was in dance class!
This is an incredible design and an incredible shoe! It's extremely important to read the reviews, especially on a shoe like this; very tricky sizing. So what, I haven't danced in years? I'm certainly dancing, now! The first thing these made me do was roll up on point, then pirouette around the room! Fun, fabulous and great looking, too!
I'd also recommend:
Capezio Fierce Dance Sneaker
Kathee, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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Pay attention to Reviews on Sizing -
Taking the advice of other reviewers, I ordered a full size up from my sneaker size and they are snug to small. I am hopeful that they will stretch a bit so I'm keeping them. I purchased the black because I didn't care for the design of the colored versions. Would like to see a bit of color detail somewhere on the shoe...perhaps the lace straps. Anyhow. They feel great. Spin pretty well on hard floor. I will be using these for a Zumba class.
Here is how I order shoes:
Dress shoes: 6.5
Sneaker: 7
Bloche: 7.5 (8 would have been a better choice)
Julie, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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Great dance sneaker!
I love this shoe for Zumba. It conforms really well to my high arches, is very comfortable, and allows a wide range of motion. I ordered one size larger, and it is a perfect fit (I do have narrow feet, though).
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Great for Zumba!!
I purchased these shoes for my Zumba class and I love them!!! My knees no longer hurt!! They do run small. I normally wear an 8 and I ordered a 9.5.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Excellent buy -
My ballet teacher wears these and I decided to purchase them. She explained they were good for the arch as well as for practice. I received a note from Zappos who gave the shipment to me. I received them earlier than I anticipated and haven't taken them off since. They feel wonderful and make me feel good. I recommend them to everyone.
Tammie W, Zappos Customer,
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