Bloch Super Jazz Shoe – Ladies (S0401L)
For anyone who needs real slip on jazz shoes for women — not a sneaker dressed up for class, but a proper leather jazz shoe — the Bloch Super Jazz is the one we reach for most. It skips laces entirely in favor of a strong elastic top piece, so it goes on and comes off in seconds, which matters more than it sounds like when you’re switching numbers backstage or just don’t want to fuss with tying shoes before every combination.
Why does a laceless design matter for jazz?
Jazz choreography moves fast, and quick costume or shoe changes are common in recital and competition settings. The Super Jazz’s elastic top insert stretches to let the foot in and out easily, then holds snug once it’s on — no laces to come untied mid-routine, no time lost retying between pieces. It’s a small design choice, but for dancers who change shoes multiple times in a show, it’s genuinely useful.
What does the split sole and EVA outsole actually do?
The rubber split sole lets the foot articulate through the arch rather than fighting a single rigid sole, which matters for the pointed-foot lines and floor work common in jazz technique. The EVA outsole layered on top is chosen specifically for balance — light enough not to weigh the foot down, but with enough texture to grip the floor when a turn or slide calls for control rather than pure slip. Full grain soft leather on the upper shapes to the foot over time rather than staying stiff, and a 100% cotton lining keeps the shoe breathable through a long class or rehearsal.
Who is the Super Jazz built for?
This is one of Bloch’s more advanced jazz shoes — genuine leather construction and real technical detailing rather than a beginner’s synthetic slip-on. It suits students working seriously on jazz technique as well as teachers and performers who want a dependable shoe that holds up to regular wear without needing to be broken in for weeks first.
Materials & Construction
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Upper | Full grain soft leather |
| Top piece | Strong elastic insert — no laces |
| Lining | 100% cotton, for breathability |
| Sole | Rubber split sole |
| Outsole | EVA — light, durable, flexible |
| SKU | S0401L |
Care Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| Cleaning | Wipe the leather upper with a soft, slightly damp cloth |
| Drying | Air dry at room temperature, away from direct heat |
| Do not | Machine wash, soak, or dry near a heat source — leather stiffens and cracks |
| Note | Studio floors only — outdoor wear wears through the outsole and dulls grip |
Sizing Guide — Bloch Super Jazz Ladies (S0401L)
| US Street Shoe | Bloch | UK | EU | JPN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 | 4 | 1.5 | 34.5 | — |
| 4 | 4.5 | 2 | 35 | — |
| 4.5 | 5 | 2.5 | 35.5 | — |
| 5 | 5.5 | 3 | 36 | — |
| 5.5 | 6 | 3.5 | 36.5 | 22 |
| 6 | 6.5 | 4 | 37 | 22.5 |
| 6.5 | 7 | 4.5 | 37.5 | 23 |
| 7 | 7.5 | 5 | 38 | 23.5 |
| 7.5 | 8 | 5.5 | 38.5 | 24 |
| 8 | 8.5 | 6 | 39 | 24.5 |
| 8.5 | 9 | 6.5 | 39.5 | 25 |
| 9 | 9.5 | 7 | 40 | 25.5 |
| 9.5 | 10 | 7.5 | 40.5 | 26 |
| 10 | 10.5 | 8 | 41 | 26.5 |
| 10.5 | 11 | 8.5 | 41.5 | 27 |
| 11 | 11.5 | 9 | 42 | — |
| 11.5 | 12 | 9.5 | 42.5 | — |
| 12 | 12.5 | 10 | 43 | — |
Bloch’s own guidance for this style: start with the same size as your everyday street shoe, sizing up half a size if you’re between sizes or prefer more room. Unlike Bloch’s ballet or tap lines, the Super Jazz doesn’t run several sizes off your street shoe — it stays close to true to size. This chart is a guide only; come in and we’ll fit length and width in person.
Best For
- Students working seriously on jazz technique
- Dancers who change shoes quickly between numbers or costumes
- Teachers and performers who want a durable, break-in-free leather shoe
- Recital and competition settings where a laceless design saves time backstage
A Note from August MuseThe Super Jazz is a step up from a basic synthetic slip-on, and it shows the moment you try it on — the leather is genuinely soft from day one, not something you have to wear in for weeks. We point advanced students and teachers toward this one especially, since it holds up to regular class wear without breaking down. Come by our shop in downtown Elizabethton and we’ll get you into the right size.
Available at August Muse
The Bloch Super Jazz Shoe – Ladies (S0401L) is available in store at August Muse in downtown Elizabethton, TN, in two color options, sizes 4–12.5 (Bloch sizing). Stop in for a fitting, or call ahead and we’ll let you know what’s in stock.
