Bloch | SKU: PSPOPAFW0002PX1024

European Balance ES0160 Pointe Shoes • Wide, Deep Platform

€85,00 EUR

BLOCH European Balance ES0160 is a curved-last pointe shoe with a tapered box, generous wide platform, flexible arch construction and low-profile finish.

Professional Fitting Required
Ribbons & Elastics Sold Separately
En Pointe Training

Size & Fit Advice

NOTE: Size Conversion, All shoes are displayed in UK sizes. The size printed on the shoe or box may differ due to the manufacturer's international sizing system.

Professional Pointe Fitting
Pointe shoes must be selected in person with a qualified fitter and your teacher’s guidance. When reordering the same model, refer to the size and width stamped on the shank inside your current shoe.

At a Glance

• Curved, arch-hugging last
• Tapered box
• Wide, deep platform
• Flexible shank at the arch
• Thin outsole
• Open throat line
• Low profile with medium sides
• Elastic drawstring
• Padded heel
• Removable internal gel toe cushions
• A-Paste construction
• Ribbons and elastics sold separately

Materials & Construction

Satin upper with curved last, tapered box, flexible arch construction and thin outsole. Features include an elastic drawstring, padded heel, removable internal gel toe cushions, diagonal side seams, A-Paste and noise reduction beneath the pleats.

Care information

Allow pointe shoes to dry fully between wears. Avoid storing them in an airtight bag or exposing them to heat or direct sunlight. Check the box, platform, shank and satin regularly, and replace the shoes when they no longer provide safe support.

BLOCH Size & Fit Advice

BLOCH sizing varies between dancewear and footwear styles. For garments, use actual body measurements rather than everyday clothing size wherever possible. For shoes, use measured foot length as your starting point and always follow the model-specific Dance World Fit Advice shown on the individual product page.

Women's Dancewear

BLOCH Women's Garments Size Chart

Compare bust, waist, hips, girth and inseam to find your recommended BLOCH women's dancewear size.

Size	Bust cm	Waist cm	Hips cm	Girth cm	Inseam cm
2XS UK 6	77–82	56–61	84–89	140–145	76–87
XS UK 8	82–87	61–66	89–94	145–150	76–87
S UK 10	87–92	66–71	94–99	150–155	76–87
M UK 12	92–97	71–76	99–104	155–160	76–87
L UK 14	97–102	76–81	104–109	160–165	76–87
XL UK 16	102–107	81–86	109–114	165–170	76–87

Children's Dancewear

BLOCH Children's Garments Size Chart

Ages are a starting point only. For the most reliable fit, compare the child's bust, waist, hips, girth and inseam measurements with the chart.

Size	Bust	Waist	Hips	Girth	Inseam
CHP Age 2–4 / UK 4	20–21" 51–54 cm	18–19" 46–49 cm	21–23" 54–59 cm	32–35" 82–89 cm	18–20" 46–51 cm
CHS Age 4–6 / UK 6	21–23" 54–59 cm	19–21" 49–54 cm	23–25" 59–64 cm	36–39" 92–99 cm	20–22" 51–56 cm
CHM Age 6–8 / UK 8	23–25" 59–64 cm	21–22" 54–56 cm	25–27" 64–69 cm	40–43" 102–109 cm	22–24" 56–61 cm
CHL Age 8–10 / UK 10	25–27" 64–69 cm	22–23" 56–59 cm	27–29" 69–74 cm	44–47" 112–120 cm	24–26" 61–66 cm
CHL Age 10–12 / UK 12	27–29" 69–74 cm	23–25" 59–64 cm	29–31" 74–79 cm	48–51" 122–130 cm	26–28" 66–71 cm
CHXL Age 12–14 / UK 14	28.5–30" 72–76 cm	24.5–26" 62–66 cm	29.5–31.5" 75–80 cm	51–54" 130–135 cm	26.5–28.5" 68–73 cm

Dance World Tip

For BLOCH leotards and other fitted dancewear, girth is particularly useful because it reflects the full length of the torso. For children's garments, use age as a reference only and prioritise actual body measurements whenever possible.

Adult Shoes

International Adult Shoe Size Conversion

Use this general conversion chart to understand approximate EU, UK and US equivalents. BLOCH shoe sizing varies by style and dance discipline, so always follow the model-specific Dance World Fit Advice.

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

Measure the child's foot rather than converting directly from an existing school or trainer size wherever possible. Dance shoes require different amounts of growing room depending on the style, so always check the individual BLOCH shoe fitting advice.

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

Before Choosing Your Size

Take dancewear measurements over underwear or close-fitting clothing using a flexible tape measure. For shoes, measure both feet while standing and use the longer measurement as your general starting point.

Bust / Chest Measure around the fullest part of the chest, keeping the tape straight and level.

Waist Measure around the natural waist, usually the narrowest part of the torso.

Hips Measure around the fullest part of the hips and seat, keeping the tape level.

Girth Start at one shoulder, measure down the front of the torso, through the crotch and back to the same shoulder in one continuous loop.

Foot Length Measure from heel to longest toe while standing. Measure both feet and use the longer measurement as your general starting point.

BLOCH Fit Guidance

BLOCH produces footwear for many different dance disciplines, so there is no single BLOCH shoe conversion that accurately predicts the fit of every model. Ballet, jazz, tap, character, contemporary, dancesport and studio shoes can all use different fitting recommendations. Use the international shoe tables above as a reference only and always follow the model-specific Dance World Fit Advice shown on the individual product page.

Dance World Fit Note BLOCH size charts and Dance World sizing recommendations are intended as a guide only. Fit can vary depending on body proportions, garment design, fabric, stretch, foot shape, shoe width, construction and personal preference. Where an individual BLOCH product carries its own sizing recommendation, that model-specific advice should take priority.

Perfect For Dancers professionally fitted into the BLOCH European Balance ES0160 • pointe class, rehearsal and performance • dancers seeking a curved last with a generous, stable platform

Description

BLOCH European Balance ES0160 Pointe Shoes are built around a curved, arch-hugging last designed to follow the natural contour of the foot. Its combination of a tapered box, generous platform and low-profile construction creates a secure, streamlined pointe-shoe profile.

This standard ES0160 version features the European Balance’s flexible-at-the-arch shank construction. The European Balance Strong is available as a separate product for dancers professionally fitted into that variation.

BLOCH European Balance ES0160 Pointe Shoes – Design & Performance

The European Balance is designed around a curved last and shank that remain close to the instep, helping the shoe follow the shape of the foot. Its tapered box creates a snugger internal toe space, while the generous platform supports balanced weight distribution when en pointe.

A low profile, open throat line and elastic drawstring give the shoe its close, streamlined finish. Diagonal side seams help reduce satin creasing, while the thin outsole and flexible shank at the arch support a responsive, arch-emphasising construction.

BLOCH European Balance ES0160 Technical Profile

Last Curved, arch-hugging last

Box Tapered box with reduced internal toe space

Platform Wide, deep and generous platform

Shank Flexible at the arch

Outsole Thin outsole

Vamp Open throat line

Profile Low profile with medium sides

Drawstring Elastic drawstring

Toe Cushioning Removable internal gel toe cushions

Additional Details Padded heel, diagonal side seams, A-Paste and noise reduction beneath pleats

BLOCH European Balance ES0160 Pointe Shoe Construction

The European Balance combines a curved last with a thin outsole and flexible arch construction to maintain close contact through the instep. A-Paste construction supports performance use, while the padded heel and noise reduction beneath the pleats add practical finishing details.

Pointe Shoe Fitting & Reordering Tip: Pointe shoes must be selected in person with a qualified fitter and your teacher’s guidance. Ribbons and elastics are sold separately. When reordering the same model, refer to the size and width stamped on the shank inside your current shoe.

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About Bloch - World-Leading Dancewear, Ballet Shoes & Pointe Shoes

For over 90 years, Bloch has been one of the world's most respected dance brands, trusted by dancers, teachers and professionals across every level of dance. Founded in Sydney, Australia, Bloch has built its reputation on exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design and an unwavering commitment to supporting dancers' performance and technique.

From iconic ballet shoes and expertly crafted pointe shoes to dancewear, jazz shoes, tap shoes, ballroom footwear and studio essentials, Bloch combines premium materials with technical expertise to create products that deliver outstanding comfort, durability and performance. Whether you're taking your first ballet class or preparing for professional performances, Bloch continues to inspire generations of dancers with beautifully designed products that help you move with confidence.

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