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I have been a dancer for many years. As I have gotten older, I have become more prone to repeated strains and chronic heel pain. The arch and ankle compression along with the light padding on the bottom of the socks have been game changers: my ankles feel supported and my heels can make it through classes without needing shoesw! I am so happy to have discovered these.
Korinne R. - Verified Buyer - 5 star rating

The Alpha Shock with Traction - Womens Dance Sock
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Half Sole Dance Shoes
- Easily replaces your half-sole dance shoes and provides effective support
- Highly engineered knit design made with quality performance yarns, creating durable footwear that will outlast any other half-sole dance shoe
- So light and comfortable, you will forget you are wearing The Alpha on your feet
- Shows off and accentuates the feet while creating long clean lines
- Compression helps remove inflammation and improve circulation
- Snug fit in the toes
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Perfect for ballet, jazz, tap, zumba and any other dance activity you can think of!
For more Apolla Shocks information click here
Half Sole Dance Shoes
- Easily replaces your half-sole dance shoes and provides effective support
- Highly engineered knit design made with quality performance yarns, creating durable footwear that will outlast any other half-sole dance shoe
- So light and comfortable, you will forget you are wearing The Alpha on your feet
- Shows off and accentuates the feet while creating long clean lines
- Compression helps remove inflammation and improve circulation
- Snug fit in the toes
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Perfect for ballet, jazz, tap, zumba and any other dance activity you can think of!
For more Apolla Shocks information click here
Amazing for teachers and students alike!
I bought a pair last year, fell in love, and this year got 21 of my company students to purchase them as well! I teach 9 hours a day and these not only are comfortable to dance in, they keep me from being as achy at the end of the day. I will always wear these!
Beth L. - Verified Buyer
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How are the Shocks different from my regular socks or dance shoes?
Apolla Shocks are the only footwear for dancers that provides Arch support, Ankle stability, energy Absorption (our 3 A’s) and our customizable traction. Our targeted compression for key insertion points of the feet help to lift, support, and remove inflammation. Dancers suffer TWICE the injuries from the knee down as football players…and 65% of those injuries occur from repetitive strain, overuse, and inflammation. Apolla Shocks show off your feet more than any dance shoe or on the market. They as durable or more so than your dance shoes or socks. What really makes them special is our option of traction and how you can customize it. For all other dancer footwear, you are not able to change the traction based on the style of dance or the floor. However, with Apolla Shocks you are able to get the Shocks with NO traction (which is great in shoes and on carpet at conventions), or you can get it with our unique traction that is meant to be worn down to your level of grip then you use a traction refresher to keep the grip the life of the Shocks.
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Tips for sizing?
Tips for Sizing
The Alpha Shock is a snug toe fit and the Infinite Shock has a freedom fit toe
If a dancer has a very wide foot and is on the top end of the size range listed, you may choose to go up a size in the Alpha Shock
For example, if they are a size 7.5 with a very wide foot or you typically range between a 7.5-8.0 instead of a 7.0-7.5, you may be more comfortable in a size Large Alpha Shock instead of the size Medium. Your sizing in the Infinite Shock should not be affected with a wider foot
The Performance Shock/AMP Shock fits similar to the Infinite but the size chart IS slightly different so please take note! The top of each size range is borderline, here are tips to help you determine your best fit.
Foot size, narrowness and age may change the size up or down.
You may consider selecting the smaller of your border line size IF:
You are at the low end of a size range and are younger than 11 years of age, are very petite boned for your age, and/or have a narrower foot than average for your size
For example, an 11-year--old who wears a size 5.5-6 shoe would choose a size Small Infinite instead of a Medium (based on the size chart) or a very petite boned adult
A 16-year-old who typically ranges between sizes 6.0-6.5 street shoes and has average leg and foot size would choose the recommended size Medium.
A 16-year-old that ranges 5.5-6.0 with a narrower foot will likely be more comfortable in a size Small
Also consider if you are a 6.0-6.5 but very narrow feet or petite boned if you prefer a snug fit in the toes you may want a small, if you like wiggle room, go with the Medium.
Every dancer has a preference…some will love the lower profile of the Performance, some may miss the snug hug of the Infinite up the calf.
The Performance Shock has the same arch and ankle support and differs in:
Lower profile & softer opening: the top of the Shock should hit below the bottom of the calf and goes on easier. The Infinite hits mid-calf
Sleeker and fitted in the toes than the Infinite to accentuate the feet and create a more seamless look onstage. But still has freedom.
For the Infinite Shock sizing, foot size, narrowness and age may change the size
You may consider selecting one size smaller if:
You are at the low end of a size range and are younger than 11 years of age, are very petite boned for your age, and/or have a narrower foot than average for your size
For example, an 11-year--old who wears a size 5.5-6 shoe would choose a size Small Infinite instead of a Medium (based on the size chart)
A 16-year-old who typically ranges between sizes 6.0-6.5 street shoes and has average leg and foot size would choose the recommended size Medium.
A 16-year-old that ranges 5.5-6.0 with a narrower foot will likely be more comfortable in a size Small
The Infinite has the MOST freedom in the toes of all Shock styles…so with the above rules also consider if you prefer a snug fit in the toes (go with the smaller size you are borderline for) or want some wiggle room (go to the larger size you are border line for)
The Performance Shock/AMP Shock fits like the Infinite but the size chart IS slightly different so please take note! The top of each size range is borderline, use the same rules of the Infinite to size.
Every dancer has a preference…some will love the lower profile of the Performance, some may miss the snug hug of the Infinite up the calf. Remember the purpose of the Performance is to create the perfect line on stage while providing Apolla support and the Infinite is to give maximum support and protection for long days and rehearsals.
The Performance Shock has the same arch and ankle support and differs in:
Lower profile & softer opening: the top of the Shock should hit below the bottom of the calf and goes on easier. The Infinite hits mid-calf
Sleeker and fitted in the toes than the Infinite to accentuate the feet and create a more seamless look onstage. But still has freedom.
The Joule Shock:
If you are border line and have a very short arch (the length of your overall shoe size is primarily made up of the ball of your foot and toes) or you are very narrow feet/petite boned, go down a size.
If the Joule loses it shape, wash it with normal care instructions and it should regain its shape nicely.
Please watch our quick How To Wear (www.apollaperformance.com/pages/how-to-wear) tutorial videos to see how to put them on.
The K-Warmer Shock:
Measurements are given as a range that it may fit. Most likely starting about an average 13/14 yr. old female on thru an adult petite/average male dancer. However, it may vary based on ersonal preference.
Please watch our quick How To Wear tutorial videos to see how to put them on.
Before placing anorder please feel free to emailinfo@apollaperformance or click our live chatwith any questionsif your feetmay be an exception to the sizing chart or are on the border line of sizes.
The Alpha: Level 1 The Performance: Level 2 The Infinite: Level 3
Apolla Shocks Support Scale:
Each of our Shocks come with our revolutionary support, what we call our 3 A’s.
1.Arch support
2.Ankle stability
3.energy Absorption
Each has their own unique performance features that help to protect and support you for the many different preferences of dancers along with the different needs of style, class, performance and traction.
You will feel the benefits of all our Apolla Shocks. However, we recommend you knowing the different levels of support and features to decide what is best for you and your dancer’s individual needs. It is our mission to continue to innovate and deliver a Shock for every dancer’s needs, so you will always have what you need in your dance bag. They truly are the last and only dance sock or footwear you will ever want or need!
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How does the Infinite Shock fit?
The Infinite Shock is intended to give your toes a little more freedom to spread out and ground you while dancing. It gives you the freedom of a sock but with full coverage protection and maximum support. The best sock you have ever danced in.
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How does the Performance Shock fit?
The Performance Shock fits just like the Infinite with a few differences:
Lower profile: the top of the Shock should hit below the bottom of the calf.
More sleek and fitted in the toes than the Infinite to accentuate the feet and create a more seamless look onstage.
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How does the Joule fit?
The Joule is thin, light, and provides comfortable and effective arch and ankle support while leaving the ball of your foot and heel exposed.
If the turn-welt at the end of the Joule comes up too far under the ball of the foot, you are in a size too big. If the arch is not completely covered, you are in a size too small.
Make sure when you put them on the ribbed arch band is closer to your toes when you slip it on…it should not be on the ankle.
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How does the Alpha Shock fit?
The Alpha Shock is intended to be a very snug fit. Intended for those dancers that like buying their dance shoes nice and snug. This is to eliminate the annoyance of floppy toes in traditional footwear that don’t fit your foot well. The Alpha’s snug fit helps accentuate the entire foot and is light but durable. The Alpha replaces your half-sole dance shoe and provides much needed and effective support.
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If I am younger than 12 OR very petite for my age OR have a very narrow foot does that change my size for the Infinite, Performance or the Alpha Shock?
Infinite and Performance Shock sizing may vary based on foot size and age. You may consider selecting one size smaller if: If you are younger than 11 years of age, are very petite, or have a very long/narrow foot but have a larger size of foot. For example: an 11 year old who wears a size 6 shoe would choose a size Small Infinite instead of a Medium (based on the size chart). A 16 year old who wears a size 6 shoe and has average leg and foot size would choose the recommended size Medium.
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If I have a very wide foot, does that change my size?
If you have a very wide foot and are on the top end of the size range listed, you may choose to go up a size in the Alpha Shock. For example, if you are a size 7.5 with a wide foot, you may be more comfortable in a size Large Alpha Shock instead of the size Medium. Your sizing in the Infinite or Performance Shocks should not be affected.