{"product_id":"bl303-jivi-leather-ballroom-latin-practice-shoes-duo-sole-design","title":"BL303 Jivi Leather Ballroom \u0026 Latin Practice Shoes • Duo Sole Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL303 JIVI Ballroom \u0026amp; Latin Practice Shoes\u003c\/strong\u003e take the clever hybrid construction of the BL302 and give it a more premium, traditional finish. Soft leather replaces the fabric upper, while the \u003cstrong\u003eDuo Sole\u003c\/strong\u003e combines suede and rubber for a controlled balance of glide and grip. Comfortable, flexible and reassuringly stable underfoot, BL303 is a strong everyday practice shoe for dancers who prefer the feel and longevity of leather - particularly for regular classes, coaching, teaching and long social dance sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL303 JIVI Personality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic • Supple • Grounded • Versatile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBL303 is the more traditional-looking sister of BL302. The leather upper gives it a cleaner, more polished appearance while retaining the low stable heel, flexible construction and secure lace-up fit dancers expect from a practical training shoe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an easy shoe to place in the wardrobe: technical enough for serious practice, comfortable enough for long sessions and understated enough for teaching or social dancing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL303 JIVI Leather Ballroom \u0026amp; Latin Practice Shoes – Design \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standout feature is So Danca's \u003cstrong\u003eDuo Sole\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hybrid dance sole combining \u003cstrong\u003esuede with a rubber insert\u003c\/strong\u003e. The suede provides the smooth floor contact needed for turns and travelling movement, while the rubber introduces additional traction for a more controlled, grounded sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with a traditional full-suede practice shoe, BL303 can feel reassuring for dancers who prefer a little more resistance beneath the foot without moving into the grip of an ordinary street trainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003epremium leather upper\u003c\/strong\u003e is complemented by breathable mesh panels, allowing the shoe to feel supportive without becoming overly heavy. Leather will also soften and adapt gradually with wear, giving BL303 a more moulded, personal fit over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sturdy \u003cstrong\u003e1.5\" \/ approx. 3.8 cm heel\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a stable working height, while the lace-up front allows the fit to be adjusted securely through the instep. Together, these features make BL303 particularly well suited to regular Ballroom and Latin training where comfort and predictable floor control matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL303 JIVI Technical Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; margin-top: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFlexible Practice Shoe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eUpper\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePremium Leather \/ Breathable Mesh\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSole\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDuo Sole – Hybrid Suede \u0026amp; Rubber\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHeel Height\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1.5\" \/ Approx. 3.8 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHeel Shape\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWide-Based Practice Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFastening\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAdjustable Lace-Up\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; 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