Bloch Allie Tap Shoe – Girls (S0357G) | Easy Velcro, Entry-Level
Shopping for beginner tap shoes for girls usually comes down to one question: will she be able to get them on herself before class starts? The Bloch Allie answers that with a single velcro strap — no laces to tie, no buckle to fumble, just a quick adjustable closure that a young dancer can manage on her own within a class or two.
Why does a velcro strap matter for a first tap shoe?
A lot of first tap shoes ask a five- or six-year-old to manage a skill she hasn’t learned yet — tying a bow, threading a buckle — right when she’s trying to focus on shuffles and ball changes. The Allie’s velcro strap removes that entirely. It closes securely, adjusts easily as her foot settles into the shoe, and doesn’t come loose mid-combination the way an untied lace can. For a true first-timer, that’s one less thing standing between her and the fun part of tap.
What makes the sound reliable for a beginner shoe?
Bloch builds the Allie with its own Techno Taps, paired with sound boards built into the toe and heel of the shoe itself. That combination means a clean, consistent sound from the very first class, rather than a duller strike that some entry-level tap shoes produce. The resin outsole and non-slip Pro Balance EVA pads add grip across different studio floor surfaces, so a beginner’s footing stays stable while she’s still learning her weight placement.
How does the Allie compare to the Bloch Sync?
We carry both, and the difference comes down to where a dancer is in her tap training. The Sync is a full leather, lace-up Oxford shoe built for dancers past their first year who want a locked-in, adjustable fit for serious rehearsal and performance. The Allie is the entry point — a synthetic leather upper, an easy velcro strap, and a lower price point built specifically for a first-time tapper who’s still growing into the style. Most families start in the Allie and move to the Sync once a dancer is ready for more structured footwork.
Materials & Construction
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Upper | Synthetic leather with reinforced heel wrap |
| Closure | Velcro strap — adjustable, no laces |
| Outsole | Resin, with non-slip Pro Balance EVA pads |
| Taps | Bloch Techno Taps with toe and heel sound boards |
| Insole | Cushioned for comfort and shock absorption |
| Reinforcement | Strong heel and toe counter for durability |
| SKU | S0357G |
Care Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| Cleaning | Wipe the upper with a soft, slightly damp cloth |
| Taps | Keep dry — moisture can cause taps to rust or loosen |
| Drying | Air dry at room temperature |
| Do not | Machine wash, soak, or dry near heat |
| Note | Studio floors only — hard outdoor surfaces scratch new taps quickly |
Sizing Guide — Bloch Allie Girls (S0357G)
| Bloch Size | US Street Shoe | UK | EU |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 6.5 | 6 | 23 |
| 7.5 | 7 | 6.5 | — |
| 8 | 7.5 | 7 | 24 |
| 8.5 | 8 | 7.5 | 25 |
| 9 | 8.5 | 8 | — |
| 9.5 | 9 | 8.5 | 26 |
| 10 | 9.5 | 9 | 27 |
| 10.5 | 10 | 9.5 | — |
| 11 | 10.5 | 10 | 28 |
| 11.5 | 11 | 10.5 | — |
| 12 | 11.5 | 11 | 29 |
| 12.5 | 12 | 11.5 | 30 |
| 13 | 12.5 | 12 | 31 |
| 13.5 | 13 | 12.5 | 32 |
| 1 (Youth) | 13.5 | 13 | — |
| 1.5 (Youth) | 1 | 13.5 | 33 |
| Width | Guidance |
|---|---|
| M | Medium |
| W | Wide |
The Allie only comes in Medium and Wide — there’s no narrow width, which the adjustable velcro strap helps make up for on a slightly snugger foot. Bloch’s own size runs about half a size above your child’s everyday street shoe. This chart is a guide only; bring her in and we’ll fit length and width together.
Best For
- First-time tappers, especially preschool through early elementary
- Dancers who aren’t ready to manage laces or a buckle on their own
- Recital and beginner class wear
- Families who want a reliable, budget-friendly first tap shoe
A Note from August MuseThe Allie is the shoe we reach for when a dancer is brand new to tap and just needs to get her shoes on and get moving — the velcro strap genuinely makes a difference for little hands that aren’t ready for laces yet. It’s not built for the same serious footwork as our Sync, and that’s by design; it’s meant to be an easy, confident first shoe, not a performance shoe. Come by our shop in downtown Elizabethton and we’ll get her fitted.
Available at August Muse
The Bloch Allie Tap Shoe – Girls (S0357G) is available in store at August Muse in downtown Elizabethton, TN, in sizes 7–1.5 (Bloch sizing), widths M and W. Stop in for a fitting, or call ahead and we’ll let you know what’s in stock.
