Tavi - TA85 (Child)
Child Vegan Polytone Tap Shoe with Elastic Snaps
Regular price$32.00
What Exactly is PolyTone?
PolyTone is the name for our proprietary precision-engineered tap material, an injected polymer compound used in place of traditional metal taps. It's not a shoe model name. It's not a gimmick. It's the result of asking a simple question: does a tap have to be made of metal to sound like a tap? After extensive development, the answer is no. PolyTone taps are screwed directly onto the heels, and riveted onto the toes. Same physical connection to the floor. The difference is in the material itself, and what that material makes possible.
"But Won't It Sound Cheap?"
We get it. Metal has been the standard for a reason. Doing anything else needs to be questioned. So let's talk about sound first, because that's what actually matters. PolyTone is precision-engineered for clarity, consistency, and control. The tonal response is remarkably close to metal taps, with a slightly warmer, rounder character that many dancers find natural and musical once they spend time with it. It responds to heel work, brushes, and flaps with the feedback that builds real technique. It rewards good footwork and exposes the sloppy stuff, exactly the way a quality tap should. Close your eyes and listen first. We think you'll be surprised.
What PolyTone Actually Changes
Moving away from metal creates some genuine advantages that are worth understanding.Engineered to be consistent. Metal taps are cast — which means slight variations from unit to unit are normal. PolyTone taps are injection-molded to exact tolerances, so every pair performs the same way. For studio owners outfitting an entire class, that consistency matters. When fifteen students tap together, you want uniform sound — not fifteen slightly different tonal responses.
Vegan construction. PolyTone is part of So Dança's fully vegan tap shoe lineup — no metal, no animal-derived materials. For dancers and families who care about what goes into their gear, that matters.
Color is part of the design now. Metal taps come in one finish: silver. PolyTone opens up tonal colorways that actually coordinate with the shoe — tan taps on a caramel upper, black on black.. It's a considered design detail that makes a difference on stage, especially for younger performers where uniform presentation matters to the teacher.
Accessible pricing. Better materials shouldn't mean higher prices. PolyTone allows So Dança to deliver professional-grade sound at a price that makes sense for students, families, and educators who want quality without over-investing in a first pair — or a tenth pair.
For adult sizes, click here Taven-TA86 (Adult)
PolyTone is the name for our proprietary precision-engineered tap material, an injected polymer compound used in place of traditional metal taps. It's not a shoe model name. It's not a gimmick. It's the result of asking a simple question: does a tap have to be made of metal to sound like a tap? After extensive development, the answer is no. PolyTone taps are screwed directly onto the heels, and riveted onto the toes. Same physical connection to the floor. The difference is in the material itself, and what that material makes possible.
"But Won't It Sound Cheap?"
We get it. Metal has been the standard for a reason. Doing anything else needs to be questioned. So let's talk about sound first, because that's what actually matters. PolyTone is precision-engineered for clarity, consistency, and control. The tonal response is remarkably close to metal taps, with a slightly warmer, rounder character that many dancers find natural and musical once they spend time with it. It responds to heel work, brushes, and flaps with the feedback that builds real technique. It rewards good footwork and exposes the sloppy stuff, exactly the way a quality tap should. Close your eyes and listen first. We think you'll be surprised.
What PolyTone Actually Changes
Moving away from metal creates some genuine advantages that are worth understanding.Engineered to be consistent. Metal taps are cast — which means slight variations from unit to unit are normal. PolyTone taps are injection-molded to exact tolerances, so every pair performs the same way. For studio owners outfitting an entire class, that consistency matters. When fifteen students tap together, you want uniform sound — not fifteen slightly different tonal responses.
Vegan construction. PolyTone is part of So Dança's fully vegan tap shoe lineup — no metal, no animal-derived materials. For dancers and families who care about what goes into their gear, that matters.
Color is part of the design now. Metal taps come in one finish: silver. PolyTone opens up tonal colorways that actually coordinate with the shoe — tan taps on a caramel upper, black on black.. It's a considered design detail that makes a difference on stage, especially for younger performers where uniform presentation matters to the teacher.
Accessible pricing. Better materials shouldn't mean higher prices. PolyTone allows So Dança to deliver professional-grade sound at a price that makes sense for students, families, and educators who want quality without over-investing in a first pair — or a tenth pair.
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Sizing Guidelines:
Children & Women: Generally same as street shoe size
Men: 2 sizes up from street shoe size
CALIFORNIA WARNING: CANCER and REPRODUCTIVE HARM - Material: Man-made leather
- Riveted-on plastic taps
- Comes with ribbon ties and elastic closure with snaps
- Excellent heel fit
- Cushioned lining
- Full synthetic flexible sole
- For adult sizes, click here Taven-TA86 (Adult)