{"title":"Contemporary Shoes","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"f9m90o\" data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eContemporary Shoes (Half Shoes) for Dance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eContemporary shoes, also known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"198\"\u003ehalf shoes, turning shoes, or lyrical foot thongs\u003c\/strong\u003e, are specially designed dance footwear that protect the ball of the foot while maintaining a barefoot look and natural movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"535\"\u003eThese shoes are widely used in \u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"436\"\u003eContemporary dance, Jazz dance, Lyrical dance, and Modern dance training\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially for dancers who require flexibility, floor connection, and controlled turning ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eMade for both training and performance, half shoes help dancers move freely while reducing friction and protecting the skin during floor work, spins, and transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"708\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a11mc4\" data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eLyrical Foot Thongs \/ Foot Undies \/ Dance Paws\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003eLyrical foot thongs, foot undies, and dance paws are different common names for the same style of minimalist dance shoe. They are lightweight covers designed for the front of the foot, allowing dancers to maintain a barefoot aesthetic while adding essential protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eThese are especially popular in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eLyrical and Contemporary dance\u003c\/strong\u003e, where fluid movement, expressive choreography, and floor work are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mo6nr2\" data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eBenefits of Half Shoes for Dancers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c03yi6\" data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eProtects feet from friction, burns, and abrasion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7t8aj9\" data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eImproves turning control and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"734r7c\" data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eSupports smooth transitions and floor work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4ely4u\" data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eMaintains a natural barefoot stage appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"amdg7s\" data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eLightweight, flexible, and breathable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1z0ojtp\" data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eSuitable Dance Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ot60os\" data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eContemporary Dance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kh1rqm\" data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eJazz Dance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ton0o5\" data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eLyrical Dance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b273tm\" data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003eModern Dance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ebgdup\" data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eAcrobatics (basic training use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"premium-lyrical-foot-thongs-foot-undies-dance-paws","title":"PREMIUM Lyrical Foot Thongs, Foot Undies, Dance Paws","description":"Brand New - Top quality\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreat for dancing or casual use \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSizes: \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eXS (NZ 1-3 = EU 30-33 = 20cm-21.5cm) \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eS (NZ 4-5 = EU 34-36 = 22cm-23cm) \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eM (NZ 6-7 = EU 37-38 = 23.5cm-24cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eL (NZ 8-9 = EU 39-40 = 24.5cm-25cm) \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eXL (NZ 10-11 = EU 41-42 = 25.5cm-26cm)","brand":"DanceWarehouse","offers":[{"title":"XS (NZ 1-3 = EU 30-33 = 20cm-21.5cm)","offer_id":40528060448834,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S (NZ 4-5 = EU 34-36 = 22cm-23cm)","offer_id":40528060481602,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M (NZ 6-7 = EU 37-38 = 23.5cm-24cm)","offer_id":40528060514370,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L (NZ 8-9 = EU 39-40 = 24.5cm-25cm)","offer_id":40528060547138,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL (NZ 10-11 = EU 41-42 = 25.5cm-26cm)","offer_id":40528060612674,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/3247\/7506\/files\/3652906082693836971.jpg?v=1698712183"},{"product_id":"leather-half-shoes-ballet-pink-jazz-contemporary-turning-dance-shoes-foot-thong","title":"Leather Half Shoes Ballet Pink – Jazz Contemporary Turning Dance Shoes Foot Thong","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese pink half shoes (turning shoes) are made from soft premium pigskin leather, designed to provide a snug, second-skin fit while allowing maximum freedom of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for dancers who want the look of barefoot with added protection and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBallet Pink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJazz\u003cbr\u003eContemporary\u003cbr\u003eLyrical\u003cbr\u003eAcro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDance classes\u003cbr\u003eExams (Jazz \u0026amp; 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