Francis

balletboot2000 is correct
ankle high or knee highs will give you the best support as unless you have done extensive training in ballet beforehand it's likely your ankles aren't as strong as is needed for the shoe type ballets.
believe me when I say that it was more than painful the first time I tried the shoe type. My ankles just weren't up to the job, but the ankle or knee types will give you the support you need

HHDude

Sweet! I'll try em all if I have to personally. I can take the challenge of these heights, then I'll go to one of those [yearly?] World Meets probably wearing either those (after much practice, of course) or one of my other choices :)

kerm191

a thick pair of socks is also a good idea allows you too tie boots tighter gives more support for the ankles as for getting legs straight that does take some time too achieve

HHDude

I see. I'll keep that in mind

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