Ace Martial Arts SupplyKung Fu Closed Toe Slip On Shoes -Cotton Sole, Brown Rubber Sole and Yellow Bubble Gum Sole

These shoes are perfect for practicing Tai Chi movements. For me, graceful transitions between movements are one of the most difficult aspects of Tai Chi. These shoes will help you to glide/slide into the next movement. At the same time, they provide modest traction on hard floors and are not slippery. I practice on textured ceramic floors. Size 37 fits like a glove on a woman's 6.5 to 7 foot. A tab at each heel helps immensely in slipping these shoes easily onto the feet. I have one caveat: Since I haven't washed them yet I don't know if there will be shrinkage. I didn't, but one might consider buying 1 size up and wearing thin socks to allow for possible shrinkage in the wash.

I wanted a pair of shoes for indoors Tai Chi class. As stated by others the bottoms are slippery but that's what I wanted for smoother turns. I was very careful to measure my feet from big toe to heal and then added just a tad so my toes wouldn't pinch. Worked perfect for a great fit. I don't wear them outside of the class. Not even to the bathroom. Company claims they are washable but I just have that feeling It would be problematic so I will just use a slightly damp cloth to wipe out the insides and outsides and air dry them. They are very comfortable to wear. If you are looking for a comfortable shoe to wear out doors try a moccasin. They have the same kind of soft feel on the feet but come with various types of soles..I hope this helps.

Traditional shoes, cotton soles for indoor use. If you want to wear them outside then get the rubber sole version. Yes, they are a bit slippery on bare floors although not bad, good on everything else. Very comfortable! Size is exact IF you use the metric measurements- measure your foot in centimeters then use the size chart. For me it worked out to 27cm foot which was a size 43. Converting from US size to metric isn't a good way to do it, just measure your foot with a metric ruler and use that- it's much more accurate. They were a bit tight at first, but an hour of wearing them and now they fit perfectly! Remember, these are slip on shoes, so the should be tight at first. They are not very good for wearing during karate practice (remember, they are slip on shoes!), but they are great for wearing around the dojo before and after practice. I would certainly not hesitate to buy them again.

I have been getting size 38 kung fu slippers for years. The product I usually use wasn't available this time, so I bought these (even though I prefer cotton sole). I don't understand why size 38 in these shoes would be so loose when they fit fine with the cotton sole style. Also, the back of the shoe is very tall and stabs into the back of my ankles when I walk. Very uncomfortable. I kept the one pair as my "outdoor" slippers, but I have to wear them with socks or they're too loose and uncomfortable.Adding to this review, since now the cotton soled shoes are back, they're awful. The soles extend 1/2" all around the bottom of the shoe, so they feel like boats on your feet. You can't sit around comfortably in these shoes, because of that giant sole (I use these as house slippers, nothing to do with martial arts). As with the rubber soles that I reviewed above, the back is too high and stiff, and rubs the backs of my ankles. I'm really sad that I can't find the same cotton sole slippers that I used to get from this vendor.

Perfect house shoes. I go through multiple pairs every year. Easily the most comfortable slippers for indoor use and I really appreciate the lack of synthetic materials in the construction. Perfect for tai chi, chi gung, or any energy practice. Essential for travel, very useful for anyone who would prefer not being barefoot on hotel carpets or hallways.I wear a size 8 in most shoes, size 7-1/2 in some. Size 40 fits perfectly in these.Buyers should be aware that deterioration rate seems to increase if the soles ever get wet, inside or out, so care should be taken to keep them dry.

This is a good purchase but the soles are hard plastic, not gummy at all. This doesn't have the comfort of a rope/nylong soled shoe but it is nice if you step in a little dampness. It doesn't soak into into the bottom of the shoe. I basically use this as a house slipper and it keeps my feel a little warmer than my kung fu shoes with nylon soles. However, the plastic is hard and doesn't grip well. Something a little more rubbery would have been prefferable. I got the plastic, yellow soled shoes.

I hate shoes; I hate wearing them, buying them, trying them and replacing them. This is the closest I've gotten to being able to go barefoot without exposing the tops of my feet or wearing sandals. I'm an acrobat so these are perfect for the studio, for travel and for rehearsals. Unlike other "flats" I've purchased, these contour to your foot and allow your entire stride to connect with the ground. The size 40 is a perfect fit, covers the entire toe and the cotton stretches over if you have a wider foot at the top. Just be warned that there is ZERO traction in these - the bottoms are cotton so you will slide on slick surfaces. I also live in the desert where everything is sharp and poisonous, these are not for any outdoor activity where you'd be exposed to cactus or other stingy/sharp things. You can also wear these as clogs or slip ons if you need to because there is no stiff heel to "break".

For stretching they are amazing, they allow you to ease into a stretch without the weirdness of regular shoes. They are super comfortable. I washed them 3 times in the washing machine (not recommended, wash by hand) and I'm still wearing them just fine. They are super comfy. There is a feeling about them that is very comforting. I can be having a bad day and once I put them on I know things will be fine.

I am totally satisfied with my purchase. The product was as described and excellent quality. It’s the cloth soles I required and have had a difficult time sourcing them. If I need more (and I will) I will be using this supplier.

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Good product