IDS Heather Split-Sole ladies practice and teaching dance shoe featuring a textured black snake skin print finish and a supportive low heel profile.

Heather Split-Sole Ladies Practice & Teaching Dance Shoes — Black Snake

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£140.00
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IDS Heather Split-Sole ladies practice and teaching dance shoe featuring a textured black snake skin print finish and a supportive low heel profile.

Heather Split-Sole Ladies Practice & Teaching Dance Shoes — Black Snake

£140.00
Subtle Texture and Elite Flexibility for Professional Teachers and Multi-Genre Dancers
Bring a sophisticated edge to your training and social wardrobe with an exceptional balance of understated style and world-class technical support. Handcrafted in England by International Dance Shoes, this signature variation of the legendary Heather Split-Sole features a sleek, subtly textured black snake-print finish. It is the definitive industry standard for professional ballroom coaches, Latin teachers, and serious competitors who demand supreme comfort through grueling training days.

Engineered for the Floor: From Ballroom to Northern Soul & Line Dancing
Beyond the competitive Ballroom circuit, the masterfully balanced architecture of the Heather makes it a highly sought-after secret weapon across multiple dance communities. The low, broad practice heel is contoured to deliver rock-solid stability, making it an exceptionally popular choice as a premium line dancing shoe where balance and rapid foot changes are vital.

Simultaneously, the traditional, high-grade suede split-sole removes all resistance under the arch. This complete freedom of movement—combined with specialised interior gel cushioning—makes the Heather highly prized by Northern Soul dancers who require a durable, beautifully flexible shoe for executing fast glides, spins, and shuffles on authentic timber floors without putting strain on the knees or lower back.

Key Technical
Size

International Dance Shoes size guide

Official International Dance Shoes size chart, taken from IDS Sizing & Fittings. UK sizes use decimal half sizes (for example 4.5).

Ladies' shoe sizes

UKEuropeanAmericanLength (cm)
133320.8
1.533.53.521.2
234421.6
2.5354.522
335.5522.4
3.5365.522.8
437623.2
4.537.56.523.6
538724
5.538.57.524.4
639824.8
6.5408.525.2
740.5925.6
7.5419.526
8421026.4

IDS also offer Regular, Wide, Extra Wide and Narrow fittings (and wider/narrower made-to-order options). If you need fit advice, email info@blackpooldancestore.co.uk.

Not sure which heel to pick?

Flared IDS heel heights

Flared heel (IDS)

The classic flared shape — stable and balanced. A popular everyday choice on Latin, ballroom and social shoes.

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Elite heel heights

Elite heel

A slimmer Latin profile with the tip set further under the arch for a sleek competition look.

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Slim heel heights

Slim heel

A tapered ballroom heel with the tip set slightly further back to help balance through heel turns.

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Ultra Slim heel heights

Ultra Slim heel

The narrowest option we stock — for dancers who want a fine silhouette and are confident on a slim tip.

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Junior, Heather and Cuban low heels

Low heels

Junior, Cuban and Heather options favour a broader base and lower height — ideal for younger dancers, teaching and long practice sessions.

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Vogue heel heights

Vogue heel

A soft flare inspired by Argentine tango — elegant, with a little extra confidence on the floor.

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Men’s Latin heel heights

Men’s heels

Latin heights (typically 1.5″ or 2″) plus ballroom Contra, Tango and Gibson shapes — pick for height, lip and surface area.

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Explore all heel types

Still unsure? Email info@blackpooldancestore.co.uk and we will advise.

Materials + Care

Material and care notes will appear here when available. Email info@blackpooldancestore.co.uk if you need specific fabric or care advice.

UK Shipping & Returns

Enjoy reliable, fast dispatch across the UK directly from Blackpool. We offer standard tracked and express next-day delivery options via our premium courier partners. Returns are straightforward and hassle-free within 14 days, ensuring complete peace of mind for your practice wear and competition essentials.

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