International Dance Shoes | SKU: MIMIMIAC0007NOT160

Heel Protectors for Ballroom & Latin Dance Shoes • 3 Pairs

€11,00 EUR

Plastic heel protectors for compatible IDS dance heels, with plain or suede-base options to help protect heel tips and dance floors. Supplied as three pairs.

Ballroom & Latin
Dance Bag Essential
Shoe Care

Color: Clear

Size

Suede 2.5 Plain 2.5 Plain Elite Elite

Size & Fit Advice

Choose the protector that matches your IDS heel shape and height. These are heel-specific fittings; your dance shoe size does not determine the protector size.

Check the heel specification on your original shoe order or packaging. If you are unsure, contact Dance World with the shoe model, heel height and a clear photograph of the heel before ordering.

Best fit for IDS shoes
Plain 2.5/ Suede 2.5 for ICS RT SS
Plain Elite for Mia T-bar XG

Materials & Construction

Moulded plastic heel caps.
Plain options: plastic base.
Suede options: an additional suede layer on the base.
Shape varies with the selected heel fitting.

Care information

Wipe the plastic clean after use and let it dry.
Keep suede bases dry; avoid soaking.
Remove loose dirt from the suede gently.
Check the fit and base condition regularly.
Replace loose, split or worn-through protectors.
Store spare pairs in a clean, dry place.

Shoe Size & Fit Advice

International shoe sizes can vary slightly between brands and models. Use your measured foot length as the best starting point, then compare it with the individual brand's size recommendation. Where a product page gives model-specific sizing advice, that guidance should always take priority over a general conversion chart.

Adult Shoes

International Adult Shoe Size Conversion

A general reference for comparing EU, UK and US adult shoe sizes. Foot length is shown to make cross-brand comparison easier.

Foot Length cm	EU	UK	US Women	US Men
21.5	35 / 35.5	2.5 – 3	4.5 – 5	3 – 3.5
22.0	36	3 – 3.5	5 – 5.5	3.5 – 4
22.5	36.5 / 37	3.5 – 4	5.5 – 6	4 – 4.5
23.0	37 / 37.5	4 – 4.5	6 – 6.5	4.5 – 5
23.5	38	4.5 – 5	6.5 – 7	5 – 5.5
24.0	38.5	5 – 5.5	7 – 7.5	5.5 – 6
24.5	39 / 39.5	5.5 – 6	7.5 – 8	6 – 6.5
25.0	40	6 – 6.5	8 – 8.5	6.5 – 7
25.5	40.5	6.5 – 7	8.5 – 9	7 – 7.5
26.0	41 / 41.5	7 – 7.5	9 – 9.5	7.5 – 8
26.5	42	7.5 – 8	9.5 – 10	8 – 8.5
27.0	42 / 42.5	8 – 8.5	10 – 10.5	8.5 – 9
27.5	43	8.5 – 9	10.5 – 11	9 – 9.5
28.0	44	9 – 9.5	11 – 11.5	9.5 – 10
28.5	44.5	9.5 – 10	11.5 – 12	10 – 10.5
29.0	45	10 – 10.5	12 – 12.5	10.5 – 11
29.5	46	10.5 – 11	12.5 – 13	11 – 11.5

Children's Shoes

International Kids' Shoe Size Conversion

Children's shoe sizing changes from child to youth sizing as feet grow. Measure the child's foot rather than converting from an existing school or trainer size wherever possible.

Foot Length cm	EU	UK Kids	US Kids / Youth
14.0	24	7	7.5
14.5	25	7.5	8
15.0	25.5 – 26	8 – 8.5	8.5 – 9
15.5	26.5	9	9.5
16.0	27 – 27.5	9.5	10
16.5	28	10	10.5
17.0	28.5	10.5	11
17.5	29 – 30	11 – 11.5	11.5 – 12
18.0	30.5	12	12.5
18.5	31	12.5	13
19.0	32 – 32.5	13 – 13.5	13.5 / 1Y
19.5	33	1	1.5Y
20.0	33.5	1.5	2Y
20.5	34 / 34.5	2	2.5Y
21.0	35	2.5	3Y
21.5	35.5	3	3.5Y
22.0	36	3.5	4Y
22.5	37	4	4.5Y
23.0	37.5	4.5	5Y
23.5	38	5	5.5Y
24.0	38.5	5.5	6Y
24.5	39	6	6.5Y
25.0	40	6.5	7Y

Dance World Tip

Never choose a dance shoe from conversion alone. Ballet, jazz, ballroom and character shoes can fit very differently depending on the last, upper material, width and intended level of compression. Use this table to understand international equivalents, then follow the fit advice for the individual shoe.

Dance World Measuring Guide

How to Measure Your Feet for Dance Shoes

Measure both feet while standing, preferably later in the day. Use the longer foot when comparing your measurement with a shoe size chart.

Foot Length

Key Measurement

Stand with your heel lightly against a wall and place your foot flat on a sheet of paper. Mark the end of your longest toe and measure the distance from the wall to the mark.

Measure in centimetres for the most accurate comparison with international shoe charts.

Measure Both Feet

Repeat the measurement on the other foot. It is very common for one foot to be slightly longer than the other, so always use the larger measurement when choosing your starting size.

Foot Width

Measure across or around the widest part of the forefoot. Width can be just as important as length in dance shoes, particularly in fitted ballet, jazz and ballroom styles.

Measure While Standing

Take measurements with your full weight on your feet. Standing allows the foot to spread naturally and gives a more realistic measurement than measuring while sitting.

Check the Dance Fit

A correctly fitted dance shoe should feel secure without restricting the toes or causing pressure. Different dance disciplines require different amounts of growing room, compression and heel security, so always follow the model-specific Dance World Fit Advice.

Using This Conversion Guide

This chart is designed as an international reference rather than a replacement for individual brand sizing. Bloch, Capezio, So Danca, IDS, PortDance, Diamant and other dance footwear brands may use their own conversion systems or fit differently from standard street shoes. Always use the individual product's Dance World Fit Advice where available.

Dance World Fit Note International shoe conversions are approximate and can vary between manufacturers, lasts and shoe styles. Foot length provides the most useful starting point, but the individual brand's size chart and model-specific Dance World fitting recommendation should always take priority.

Best For: Compatible IDS heels • Ballroom & Latin • Classes & social dancing • Competition preparation • Heel & floor care

Description

Look After Your Heels, Class After Class

A quick heel check belongs alongside fastening your straps and brushing your soles. IDS Heel Protectors fit over compatible dance shoe heel tips, adding a protective layer where your shoes meet the floor. With plain and suede-base options and three pairs in each pack, they make it easy to keep replacements in your dance bag for lessons, social evenings and competition days.

International Dance Shoes Heel Protectors – Design & Everyday Use

The moulded plastic cap covers the base of the heel, helping shield the heel tip from direct wear and the dance floor from scratches. Choose the matching shape so the protector sits securely around the heel.

Plain protectors have a plastic contact surface. Suede-base protectors add a suede layer underneath, giving the heel a contact material similar to a suede dance sole. Your preferred feel and the floor you dance on can help guide that choice once the fit is correct.

The three-pair pack gives you replacements to keep ready. Store the remaining pairs with their labelled packaging so you can identify the correct heel fitting when it is time for a change.

Heel Tip Protection Add a protective layer over the heel base.

Dance Floor Care Help reduce scratching from exposed heel tips.

Base Options Choose plain or suede in a compatible fitting.

Three Pairs Keep spare protectors ready in your dance bag.

Choosing the Right Heel Protector for Your IDS Shoes

Start with your heel type and height, then choose the base finish. IDS offers different heel shapes, so shoe size or heel height alone will not identify the correct protector. Check the heel specification on your shoe order or packaging; even the same shoe model may be available with different heels.

Fitting Your Dance Shoe Heel Protectors

Check the match. Compare the protector with your heel shape before fitting.
Inspect the heel tip. It should be clean, dry and in good condition.
Fit the cap fully. Ease it over the tip until seated evenly, following any instructions supplied with the pack.
Check both shoes. The protectors should stay secure without wobbling or slipping off. Try a few gentle steps to check the feel before dancing.

Ballroom Heel Protectors – Your Questions Answered

Will these fit any brand of dance shoe?
These protectors are intended for compatible IDS heels. Similar-looking heels from other brands may have different dimensions, so compatibility should be checked before purchase.

When should I replace my heel protectors?
Replace them when they become loose, split or worn through, or when a suede base starts to detach. A protector does not repair a damaged heel tip.

Product Highlight

A Small Essential for Heel and Floor Care. Choose the right IDS fitting and keep a spare pair close at hand, ready for your next class, social dance or competition.

Dance World Tip: Check your studio or event’s footwear guidance before travelling, as some venues request heel protectors to help care for their floors.

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About International Dance Shoes Brand

About International Dance Shoes – Handmade Ballroom & Latin Dance Shoes

International Dance Shoes (IDS) is one of the world's leading manufacturers of ballroom and Latin dance shoes, trusted by social dancers, teachers and World Championship competitors alike. Handmade in England using premium materials and traditional craftsmanship, every pair is designed to deliver exceptional comfort, stability and performance on the dance floor.

Renowned for their elegant styling, precise fit and innovative cushioning, International Dance Shoes offer outstanding support for ballroom, Latin, salsa and social dancing. From practice shoes to competition footwear, each design combines lightweight flexibility with lasting durability, helping dancers perform confidently through every lesson, rehearsal and performance. With decades of expertise, IDS continues to set the standard for premium British-made dance shoes.

Delivery & Returns

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Customer service can be contacted via email : orders@danceworld.ie

By phone - Ireland: 01 497 6129, UK and Rest of World: 00 353 1 497 6129