Heels — Dance & Performance

Heels in Dance

Many dance styles use heels: ballroom (specific heel heights for Standard and Latin), tango, and modern "stiletto" choreography. Dance heels are built for flexibility and balance; they differ from fashion heels in stability and sole construction.

Writing cues

  • Describe the difference between a ballroom heel's purposeful support and a stiletto's precarious glamour.
  • Mention specialised actions (pivoting on the ball, controlled tilt) when writing dance scenes.