# DanceGymCheer

> Dance, gymnastics and cheerleading gear guides: ballet, pointe, jazz and tap shoes, leotards, gymnastics mats, beams and bars, grips, cheer shoes and uniforms, air tracks and studio barres.

DanceGymCheer publishes dance, gymnastics and cheer gear reviews, buying guides and reader discount codes. Every review states who the product suits, the current price from the brand's own store, and any active reader code.

## Key pages
- [Reviews](https://dancegymcheer.com/reviews): every product we recommend
- [Buying guides](https://dancegymcheer.com/guides): how to choose
- [Glossary](https://dancegymcheer.com/glossary): dance, gymnastics and cheer gear terms defined
- [How we test](https://dancegymcheer.com/testing-methodology)

## Topics
- [Dance](https://dancegymcheer.com/category/dance): Ballet slippers, pointe shoes, jazz, tap, lyrical and ballroom shoes, leotards, tights and dancewear.
- [Gymnastics](https://dancegymcheer.com/category/gymnastics): Home and club gymnastics mats, balance beams, bars, grips and gymnastics leotards.
- [Cheer](https://dancegymcheer.com/category/cheer): Cheer shoes, uniforms and practice wear, pom-poms, bows and squad gear.
- [Tumbling & studio](https://dancegymcheer.com/category/tumbling-studio): Air tracks, incline and folding mats, portable barres, studio flooring, mirrors and travel bags.
- [Competition & travel](https://dancegymcheer.com/category/competition-travel): Garment and costume bags, rolling duffels, backpacks and costume care for competition weekends.
- [Beginners & parents](https://dancegymcheer.com/category/beginners): Kids' and beginner guides by discipline: sizing, safety, what to buy first and what can wait.

## Buying guides
- [Air Track Buying Guide: Length, Thickness and Pressure](https://dancegymcheer.com/guides/air-track-buying-guide): Air tracks are inflatable tumbling mats built with drop-stitch construction that holds a flat, bouncy surface. Lengths run from about 10 to 40 feet; 4 to 8 inches thick covers most home and gym use. Adjusting pressure changes firmness: firmer for walking skills, softer for drills. Check the pump, material weight and repair kit, measure your space and use it under supervision.
- [Ballet Shoes: Full Sole vs Split Sole, Leather vs Canvas](https://dancegymcheer.com/guides/ballet-shoes-full-sole-vs-split-sole): Full-sole ballet slippers have one continuous sole, which adds resistance and helps young dancers build foot strength; many teachers start beginners in them. Split-sole slippers have two small pads that let the arch articulate and show a pointed foot. Leather is durable and supportive; canvas is lighter and fits closely. Pointe shoes need a teacher's approval and a professional fitting.
- [Cheer Shoes: Weight, Traction, Flexibility and Stunt Grips](https://dancegymcheer.com/guides/cheer-shoes-guide): Cheer shoes are light, flexible and grippy, with outsoles made for spring floors and mats. Flyers benefit from finger grips under the sole that help bases hold the foot; bases and back spots may prefer more cushioning and support. Fit snugly with little heel slip, and follow the squad's color and brand rules. Do not wear cheer shoes as everyday street shoes, which wears down the sole.
- [Gymnastics Grips: Palm Guards vs Dowel Grips and Sizing](https://dancegymcheer.com/guides/gymnastics-grips-guide): Beginner palm guards protect the hands on bars without changing how the gymnast swings. Dowel grips add a small rod that wraps the bar, helping advanced gymnasts hold on during big swings; they need a coach's guidance and a precise fit. Grips are sized by each maker's hand or finger measurements, need a break-in period and are worn with wristbands. Replace them when worn.
- [Home Balance Beams: Floor, Low and Adjustable Beams](https://dancegymcheer.com/guides/home-balance-beam-guide): Home beams are usually 8 feet long and 4 inches wide, matching the competition beam's width, with suede or synthetic suede covers. Floor beams sit just above the ground and suit beginners; low beams raise the gymnast a few inches to about a foot; adjustable beams add height as skills develop. Choose a stable base, non-slip feet and a landing mat. Competition beams are 5 meters long and 1.25 meters high.
- [Home Gymnastics Mats: Folding, Incline and Landing Mats](https://dancegymcheer.com/guides/home-gymnastics-mat-guide): For home practice, a folding panel mat around 1.5 to 2 inches thick suits stretching, rolls, handstands and cartwheels that a gymnast has already learned. Incline (cheese) mats help with rolls and walkovers. Thicker landing mats around 4 to 8 inches go under beams and bars. Choose firm foam with a cleanable vinyl cover and hook-and-loop ends so panels join. Practice new skills only with a coach.
- [Portable Ballet Barres and Studio Mirrors for Home Practice](https://dancegymcheer.com/guides/portable-ballet-barre-and-studio-mirror): A freestanding portable barre with adjustable height suits most homes and growing dancers; wall-mounted barres are steadier but need solid fixing. Double barres let different heights share one stand. Choose shatter-resistant acrylic or safety-backed glass mirrors, anchored securely. Practice on a sprung or dance floor surface where possible, not concrete or slippery tile.

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