09/25/2024
This shoes are so worth it! They do run small, so size up a half or a full size than your normal shoe. I went up a full size.
The shoes have a deeper sound and are heavier. Once your feet stop growing, highly recommend the investment.
40 to 49 Runs small
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07/23/2024
North Babylon,NY
Great tap shoe for the more advanced tapper. Heavy shoe. Well made.
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07/09/2024
This will be my 48th year teaching and owning my dance studio. I have worn many taps, and this pair of Jason Samuel Smith shoes are the best!
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07/06/2024
Mount Vernon,NY
I love the show, but after trying so hard to stretch them I knew I couldn't return them so I ended up purchasing them from Amazon I purchased a size 9 from DiscountDance and a 9 and a half from Amazon what a difference
They are a little heavy but comfortable none the less. I love them. After I break them in I will be spray painting them silver with glitter
Runs small 
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06/19/2024
Mount Vernon,NY
I haven't had the pleasure of wearing them to tap in as yet. I wear a size 9 and purchased a size 9.. I have been stretching them since I've purchased them.
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05/30/2024
These are great. It put my Leo's to shame when it comes to the crisp sound. They are true to size. I did not need to size up or down and I'm recovering from a broken toe. Just make the purchase, you will not be disappointed.
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05/27/2024
Mandeville,LA
Been dancing 45 years plus. Wish I would have had these tap shoes years ago. I'm 67 years old and my street size is a 7 and a half. The recommendation was to order one size larger than street size which is what I did, (8 and a half) and they fit perfect.
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07/22/2023
Bakersfield,CA
I've only been tapping for a little over a year. I've tried 3 different styles and the JSams are by far the best. A little heavy, but very comfortable. Tapping in these shoes feels great!
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04/26/2023
Lenexa,KS
i've had a pair of these for going on 4 years! my favorite tap shoes by far! they're heavier than any other tap shoes i've used, but you get used to it the more you use them. definitely going to order more in different colors!!
15 to 18 True to size
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04/03/2023
Bristol,PA
She's been wearing the black JSams for about 5 years and wanted to add a white pair to the collection. Same great sound and quality construction. They do run small, so sized up.
40 to 49 True to size
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03/10/2023
Lebanon,ME
These taps are excellent, especially for people who love tap dancing and want a durable pair of shoes. They are a bit small, and it may take a few wears to break them in, but overall, they are fantastic shoes, and I adore them!
22 to 29 Runs small
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03/10/2023
This is a wonderful tap shoe. I love the sound, I love the integrity of the shoe. After tapping for 30 years, I can't believe I didn't try them sooner. I did have to go up 1.5 sizes from my street shoe size. One size wasn't quite enough, though 1.5 sizes is just a slight too roomy. I figure it would work better with foot swelling that way, though, so when in doubt maybe bump that half size. Highly recommend!
30 to 39 Runs very small
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11/07/2022
Milford,NH
This is our second pair of J Sams. Order 1.5 larger than your street size.
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09/28/2022
Westminster,CO
Please order 1/2 to 1 size up. Do not pay attention to the true to size. I wear size 6 and I ordered a 7 they fit fine!
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09/27/2022
Long Beach,CA
They look so beautiful and the craftsmanship is exceptional. They do tend to run slimmer than other tap shoes. I had to return for a larger size even after order a half size larger. So bummed I needed to return and repurchase.
40 to 49 Runs small
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08/25/2022
Wilmington,NC
I liked the shoes they're exactly what I need. However I wear a size 8 and all the reviews and the website said to go up a half size. So I got 8.5 and they're too small. I will be buying the 9s but they don't have an exchange policy which is super inconvenient.
22 to 29 Runs small 
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08/09/2022
These tap shoes fit true to size. They look great, quality materials used, seem durable.
40 to 49 True to size
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05/11/2022
I'm usually a 8.5-9 US street shoe size, I got these in a 9.5 and they fit very well. Compared to the basic taps I wore previously these are more elevated and I felt a little unstable at first but they seem to be breaking in after a few weeks. The difference in sound is amazing and for tap shoes that's #1!
22 to 29 True to size 
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05/02/2022
Once feet are done growing these are a great investment for tap shoes. Great sounds. Not as much flexibility as the other shoes.
15 to 18 True to size
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04/30/2022
Monroe,LA
I ordered these for my 12 year old dancer. She wanted “real”!tap shoes with a full sole and full sound. She wears a women's 7 shoe street size so I ordered the Jason Samuel taps in a 7.5. They fit and sound perfectly!
40 to 49 True to size
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01/25/2022
San Diego,CA
Great shoes but wrong size. I ordered my daughters true size 10 but they were too snug. Unfortunately we had to return.
40 to 49 True to size
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01/12/2022
Bartlett,TN
The shoes were too small although My daughter wears a 6youth so i got a 7 1/2 winner abs they were still too small
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11/14/2021
I have been taking tap lessons for 10 years just for enjoyment and had both standard Capezio and Bloch shoes. Capezio's toe boxes were small for my feet and that is the reason I switched to Bloch. Bloch standard shoes were very comfortable with barefoot. I am 8 1/2 in street shoes and was wearing half size up. Although my shoes were good fit, I starting to dislike the sounds I make. This time I went a whole size up with Jason Samuel so I can wear with socks. I need to get used to the weight which is twice heavier than the standard Bloch shoes, but boy what a nice large depth of the sounds they produce without slapping the floor hard I used to! I am very happy with my purchase.
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01/20/2021
Wishing the website made note that the sizing runs one half to one full size smaller than standard size.
Overall, Nice fit and finish, Tap has a nice sound.
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08/03/2020
I have had these shoes for over 4 years, and yes, they now have holes in them but the taps still sound AMAZING! They are definitely more pricey than the regular shoe, but tbh, idk if the sound, comfortability, and durability of these shoes are worth trying another shoe just to save some money... During all my years, I have only had 2 screws fall out of these shoes (they happened at the same time).
22 to 29 True to size
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07/09/2020
These are the required shoes in one of my daughter's tap classes--and she LOVES them! Says they're better than any other pair she's had. And the price from Discount Dance was better than anywhere else (with super fast shipping!!)
40 to 49 True to size
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10/25/2019
Texarkana,TX
As a dance teacher, I am very picky about my tap shoes. As I've gotten older, it is so important for me to have a shoe I can wear several hours at a time without having to soak my feet at night. These are the best! They provide outstanding support, are comfortable, and the taps sound great. Of course, I did loosen then a little to adjust the tone. I would recommend to any serious tapper out there!
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10/22/2019
Port Monmouth,NJ
This shoes has such a full & beautiful sound to it!
30 to 39 Runs small
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07/19/2019
This is my daughter’s second pair of these shoes. She loves that there really isn’t any “breaking in” and she’s never gotten blisters. Her teacher likes the louder sound the taps provide. We will continue purchasing, for sure.
30 to 39 True to size
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02/25/2019
Glendale,NY
Very disappointed. My daughter needed them for competition and I ordered a size larger as per sizing notes, but the shoes are extremely small. She couldn't get her foot into the 8.5 and she is usually an 8. Had to return and we did not have the shoes for the event.
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02/11/2019
Hayfork,CA
One size up worked great for me. Slicks not attached, fyi - which was great so I could customize them - so get some clamps and Goo. Love them! Comfortable; deep tones
40 to 49 Runs very large
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10/31/2018
Galena,OH
I ordered 1 size larger for my daughter as recommended and they were STILL too small! Her other style Bloch's are a half size smaller and are actually BIGGER than these. This style is an odd fit, so try on if you can or you'll spend more shipping them back! Good quality, heavy tap shoe. Takes some time to get used to the feel as well. Produces great sounds.
40 to 49 Runs small
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10/28/2018
I bought my second pair of JSams last week because I needed comfortable black tap shoe for performances (my first pair is white). I've danced almost exclusively in my white ones for over a year and I was able to dance in them right out of the box.
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I've tried a few other types (Bloch split sole, Leo's, less expensive Bloch taps, and K360s) and nothing beats the JSams for comfort and sound.
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I have bunions also, which is a huge concern for me with tap shoes. The front of the shoe is sometimes narrow for a snug fit (for obvious reasons) but for those of us with bunions, the pain can be unbearable. With the JSams wider style, padded ankle area, cushioned insole and lower heel, it's a perfect combo for me.
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I also love a deep bass sound in the heel and it's absolutely fabulous. I get many compliments on the sound of this shoe due to the taps' rich sound.
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I wear a solid size 8 street shoe. I got a 9 in my white ones as recommended by Bloch and they ended up slightly large. I added a Achilles heel pad which helped a lot. I decided to get an 8.5 in my black ones and they are comfortably snug. With this particular leather, they will stretch a bit after use. I'd recommend a half size up for women, especially if you don't have bunions and want a snug shoe.
40 to 49 Runs large
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10/17/2017
Got these for my daughter and they are fantastic! Sound is great! They run true to size and their sound is solid! Highly recommended!!
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07/12/2017
St Charles,IL
My daughter's studio loves this tap shoe. The older students use it in competitions and has a great sound. My daughter is just starting advanced tap and she wanted to get used to the feel of this tap shoe like the older girls use.
40 to 49 True to size
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11/02/2016
Kokomo,IN
I purchased these for my daughter who is taking college tap classes. This is the shoe her tap instructor recommends. The first pair we ordered ended up being too small! We then ordered a half size up which she says is fine, a bit more snug than she expected in the toes (but she felt that another half size up would be too big). These seem to run a bit short in the toe from what I've read online. She is considering taking them in to a shoe repair place to have them stretched in length (this is what some other dancers have done). She says she LOVES the sound they produce but she's still trying to get used to the less flexible sole and how it affects her timing. She feels that the timing issue will improve as she gets used to the shoes and breaks them in.
19 to 21 Runs small
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08/08/2016
Dover,NH
My 16 year old daughter loves these shoes. They are sturdy and comfortable and look like they will hold up well in class. The tap sounds are wonderful! She is usually a size 7.5 and her feet run wide, so after reading the reviews I ordered an 8.5 and they fit perfectly.
40 to 49 Runs small
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02/12/2016
My 15 year old daughter is in her 13th year of tap lessons and dances competitively in a tap trio. She loved her old capezios, but it was time to move up to a more professional tap shoe. The Jason Samuel Smith was reasonably priced for a professional shoe and after research and consultation with her tap teacher, we decided to order them. I read all the reviews, and ordered one size larger than her capezios (she is a 6 street shoe, a six in capezio and a 7 in this shoe). She LOVES them. She immediately noticed a significant difference in the quality and comfort of this shoe over her old ones. The 7 fits her perfectly and there doesn't seem to be any problems with needing to "wear them in". They are a bit heavier than her other shoes, but not as heavy as we thought they might be after reading reviews. She will be able to wear them to her competitions almost right out of the box with few timing alterations. Fantastic buy, and we highly recommend.
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12/17/2015
I would only recommend this to a friend if they know it definitely runs small and if DDS pays for returning merchandise because it does not run true to size
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10/12/2015
My daughter is 9.5 and has been dancing for 4 years. This is her first pair of Jason Samuel Smith tap shoes and they make all the difference in the world in her footwork! Her dance teacher/studio owner recommends these for the older more serious dancers, as do the choreographers who travel in to teach choreography. They are much more comfortable on her feet and run true to size for the most part. No blisters at all! The only adjustment she is having to make is that they are heavier so she's working on timing to perfect the routines due to the extra weight. They sound amazing....very professional quality.
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09/17/2015
I am very pleased with these shoes. Very well made, very comfortable..no break in time. They sound wonderful. I wear 6 1/2 street shoe, and on recommendation I bought 7 1/2 and they fit perfectly. I know I will be enjoying these shoes for a long time.
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09/01/2014
This is our third pair of Jason Samuel Smith Tap shoes. The only reason we have to buy new is due to growing feet. My daughters dance team all wears them. Excellent shoe for the price. Well made and they sound great. You can easily pass down to siblings due to their good quality. I highly recommend..
40-49
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08/14/2014
OMG I love these shoes !!! I bought them last week and when I put them on i was in LOVEEEEE ! I literally walked around the house in these for like 5 days. But i definitely recommend these shoes, especially to more experienced tappers.
19-21
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04/23/2014
I bought these for my daughter in December. She loves the sounds they make and says they are very comfortable. I like the durability of the leather sole. Would not recommend for an inexperienced dancer or a child whose foot is still growing.
40-49
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05/19/2013
Bought for my daughters and the shoe is a great fit, good quality and shipped in timely fashion.
40-49
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11/09/2011
So comfy yet so solid, best shoes I have ever worn in my 21 years of tapping.
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