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The 7 Best Sports Shoes For Children – Guidebook

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The 7 Best Sports Shoes For Children – Guidebook

The right sports shoes for children are important so that they can optimally perform sports activities in their free time or in sports lessons. Therefore, the shoe should fit perfectly and not be too tight or too wide. To ensure this, you should consider in advance whether, for example, a Velcro closure or a lace is appropriate for your child’s sports shoe.

To help you decide , we have compiled a checklist for you, which will provide you with sufficient information. In our product recommendations you will also find initial examples.

Checklist For Children Sports Shoes

Shoe Size
  • A sports shoe for children should offer firm support, but still enough freedom of movement.
  • You can determine the right shoe size by measuring the length and width of the child’s foot before buying.
  • A children’s sports shoe fits perfectly when the big toe does not touch the front. The shoe should therefore be at least 12 mm and at most 17 mm longer than the child’s foot.
  • It is best to draw a template at home. For this purpose, your child stands with his feet on a sheet of paper or a piece of cardboard and you draw the outline. Then add 12 to 17 mm to the front. Cut out the template and take it with you to the shoe store.
  • Very narrow children’s feet do not find the optimal support in many sport’s shoes. In this case, insoles can help.
Closure
  • Children’s sports shoes are available with laces and Velcro fasteners.
  • Velcro fasteners are usually easier for young children to handle. Shoelaces can also come loose during sports and lead to accidents.
  • An alternative are laces with drawstrings, which do not have to be tied and accordingly cannot open.
Material
  • Sports shoes for children should be as light as possible, breathable and easy to clean.
  • Many manufacturers use synthetic fibers or synthetic leather. These materials are easy to clean.
  • The sole should be made of non-slip material and equipped with shock absorption to protect bones and muscles.
Sports
  • Not every children’s sneaker is suitable for every sport.
  • Indoor sports require indoor shoes with extra slip and abrasion resistant soles.
  • For children’s outdoor sports shoes, the choice is greater. For outdoor sports, ordinary casual shoes or runningshoes are suitable.
  • In addition, there are children’s sports shoes specially designed for individual sports, for example soccer shoes, tennis shoes, jogging shoes and more. Here you also have the choice between indoor and outdoor shoes.

Tip: Learn more about the most popular Nike shoes for kids.

The Best Sellers Of Sports Shoes For Kids

In this bestseller list we have compiled the most popular sports shoes for kids for you.

# Preview Product
1 Under Armour boys Boys' Grade School Assert 9 Running Shoe, Black/White, 3.5 Big Kid US Under Armour boys Boys' Grade School Assert 9 Running Shoe, Black/White, 3.5 Big Kid US
2 Under Armour Grade School Lockdown 6 Basketball Shoe, Red, 3.5 US Unisex Big Kid Under Armour Grade School Lockdown 6 Basketball Shoe, Red, 3.5 US Unisex Big Kid
3 Under Armour Girls Pre School Assert 10 Alternate Closure Running Shoe, (500) Purple Ice/Halo Gray/Pink Shock, 12 Little Kid Under Armour Girls Pre School Assert 10 Alternate Closure Running Shoe, (500) Purple Ice/Halo...
4 Skechers Kids Girls Ultra Flex 3.0 Sneaker, Black/Multi, 12 Little Kid Skechers Kids Girls Ultra Flex 3.0 Sneaker, Black/Multi, 12 Little Kid
5 New Balance Kids Dynasoft Reveal V4 Boa Running Shoe, Light Raspberry/Hi-Pink/Electric Indigo, 1 M Little Kid New Balance Kids Dynasoft Reveal V4 Boa Running Shoe, Light Raspberry/Hi-Pink/Electric Indigo, 1 M...
6 RUNSIDE Boys Girls Tennis Shoes for Kids Running Lightweight Sports Sneakers Causal Breathable Walking Lace-up Shoes Outdoor Black/Red RUNSIDE Boys Girls Tennis Shoes for Kids Running Lightweight Sports Sneakers Causal Breathable...
7 adidas RapidaSport Running Shoe, White/White/White, 1 US Unisex Little Kid adidas RapidaSport Running Shoe, White/White/White, 1 US Unisex Little Kid
8 New Balance Kid's 680 V6 Lace-up Running Shoe, Black/Magenta Pop/Aura, 1 Little Kid New Balance Kid's 680 V6 Lace-up Running Shoe, Black/Magenta Pop/Aura, 1 Little Kid
9 adidas Duramo SL Sneaker, Core Black/Core Black/White, 5 US Unisex Big Kid adidas Duramo SL Sneaker, Core Black/Core Black/White, 5 US Unisex Big Kid
10 New Balance Kid's Dynasoft 545 V1 Hook and Loop Running Shoe, Black/White/Silver Metallic, 13 Little Kid New Balance Kid's Dynasoft 545 V1 Hook and Loop Running Shoe, Black/White/Silver Metallic, 13 Little...
11 adidas Postmove Mid Basketball-Shoes, White/Team Royal Blue/White, 6 US Unisex Big Kid adidas Postmove Mid Basketball-Shoes, White/Team Royal Blue/White, 6 US Unisex Big Kid
12 adidas Duramo 10 Running Shoe, Black/White/Black, 3 US Unisex Little Kid adidas Duramo 10 Running Shoe, Black/White/Black, 3 US Unisex Little Kid
13 adidas Fortarun Running Shoe, Black/White/Green Oxide, 6 US Unisex Big Kid adidas Fortarun Running Shoe, Black/White/Green Oxide, 6 US Unisex Big Kid
14 adidas x Lego Sport Juniors Grade School Big Kids Limited Collector Edition Collab Shoes (EQT Yellow/Core Black/Red, 4) adidas x Lego Sport Juniors Grade School Big Kids Limited Collector Edition Collab Shoes (EQT...
15 adidas Run Falcon 3.0 Shoe, Black/White/Black, 7 US Unisex Big Kid adidas Run Falcon 3.0 Shoe, Black/White/Black, 7 US Unisex Big Kid
16 adidas Goletto VIII Turf Soccer Shoe, Black/White/Red, 12 US Unisex Little Kid adidas Goletto VIII Turf Soccer Shoe, Black/White/Red, 12 US Unisex Little Kid
17 adidas Copa Pure.4 Indoor Sneaker, White/Core Black/Lucid Lemon, 5.5 US Unisex Big Kid adidas Copa Pure.4 Indoor Sneaker, White/Core Black/Lucid Lemon, 5.5 US Unisex Big Kid
18 DREAM PAIRS Unisex-Child Tennis Running Shoes Athletic Sports Sneakers, Black Monochrome -6 Big Kid (Contact-k) DREAM PAIRS Unisex-Child Tennis Running Shoes Athletic Sports Sneakers, Black Monochrome -6 Big Kid...
19 Abertina Kids Lightweight Breathable Running Sneakers Easy Walk Sport Casual Shoes for Boys Girls (1 Little Kid,Pink,33) Abertina Kids Lightweight Breathable Running Sneakers Easy Walk Sport Casual Shoes for Boys Girls (1...
20 DREAM PAIRS Boys Tennis Running Shoes Athletic Sports Sneakers, Grey/Orange -4 Big Kid (KD18001K) DREAM PAIRS Boys Tennis Running Shoes Athletic Sports Sneakers, Grey/Orange -4 Big Kid (KD18001K)

Tip: In this article you can learn more about the most popular running shoes.

Current Offers Of Sports Shoes For Kids

Here you will find a collection of the latest offers on sports shoes for kids.

SaleBestseller Nr. 1
Under Armour boys Boys' Grade School Assert 9 Running Shoe, Black/White, 3.5 Big Kid US
Under Armour boys Boys' Grade School Assert 9 Running Shoe, Black/White, 3.5 Big Kid US
Lightweight mesh upper with 3-color digital print delivers complete breathability; Durable leather overlays for stability that locks in your midfoot
$55.00 −27% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 2
Under Armour Grade School Lockdown 6 Basketball Shoe, Red, 3.5 US Unisex Big Kid
Under Armour Grade School Lockdown 6 Basketball Shoe, Red, 3.5 US Unisex Big Kid
Durable leather upper with mesh panels for added breathability & comfort; Plush foam sockliner for increased underfoot comfort
$55.00 −40% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 3
Under Armour Girls Pre School Assert 10 Alternate Closure Running Shoe, (500) Purple Ice/Halo Gray/Pink Shock, 12 Little Kid
Under Armour Girls Pre School Assert 10 Alternate Closure Running Shoe, (500) Purple Ice/Halo Gray/Pink Shock, 12 Little Kid
Lightweight, breathable mesh upper with synthetic overlays for added durability & support; Hook & loop strap for easy on & off
$55.00 −25% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 4
Skechers Kids Girls Ultra Flex 3.0 Sneaker, Black/Multi, 12 Little Kid
Skechers Kids Girls Ultra Flex 3.0 Sneaker, Black/Multi, 12 Little Kid
Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam cushioned comfort insole; Stretch Fit slip-on design for sock-like comfort
$55.00 −9%
SaleBestseller Nr. 5
New Balance Kids Dynasoft Reveal V4 Boa Running Shoe, Light Raspberry/Hi-Pink/Electric Indigo, 1 M Little Kid
New Balance Kids Dynasoft Reveal V4 Boa Running Shoe, Light Raspberry/Hi-Pink/Electric Indigo, 1 M Little Kid
DynaSoft midsole couples ultra-responsive performance with plush comfort; Synthetic and mesh upper
$69.99 −34% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 6
adidas RapidaSport Running Shoe, White/White/White, 1 US Unisex Little Kid
adidas RapidaSport Running Shoe, White/White/White, 1 US Unisex Little Kid
Kids' shoes for all-day comfort; BOUNCE: Lightweight Bounce cushioning provides enhanced comfort and flexibility
$65.00 −8% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 7
SaleBestseller Nr. 8
adidas Postmove Mid Basketball-Shoes, White/Team Royal Blue/White, 6 US Unisex Big Kid
adidas Postmove Mid Basketball-Shoes, White/Team Royal Blue/White, 6 US Unisex Big Kid
Basketball-inspired shoes for all-day comfort and style.; Lace closure with hook-and-loop top strap
$65.00 −20% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 9
adidas Fortarun Running Shoe, Black/White/Green Oxide, 6 US Unisex Big Kid
adidas Fortarun Running Shoe, Black/White/Green Oxide, 6 US Unisex Big Kid
Kids' running shoes for all-day comfort; CUSHIONED MIDSOLE: Cloudfoam midsole for step-in comfort and superior cushioning
$62.00 −23% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 10
adidas Run Falcon 3.0 Shoe, Black/White/Black, 7 US Unisex Big Kid
adidas Run Falcon 3.0 Shoe, Black/White/Black, 7 US Unisex Big Kid
Kids' running shoes to keep things cool while on the move; FLEXIBLE UPPER: Soft textile upper is stretchy and comfortable
$55.00 −9%

FAQ For Sports Shoes For Kids

What are sports shoes for kids?

These shoes are specially designed for children and therefore often have playful designs in bright colors. The closures are also often child-friendly, so your child can put the shoes on and take them off relatively quickly. They are often worn during school sports or recreational activities.

How should a sports shoe for children fit?

Your child must have a good grip in the children’s shoe. Therefore, it should neither be too tight nor too wide. In addition, it should not rub or cause unpleasant blisters even after prolonged wear. Therefore, it can be useful to order two sizes first. This way, your child can try on both and then determine which shoe fits better in terms of size. If the shoe is still too big, suitable insoles can also help.

How big should a sports shoe for children be?

The sports shoe should always be adjusted to the shoe size of your child. Therefore, it makes sense to measure the foot first, since many children have feet of different sizes during the growth phase. Here it is not only the length, but also the width of the foot to consider. To ensure that your child has a good grip, the toe should not bump against the front of the shoe. You can follow the guideline that the shoe should be 12 mm and a maximum of 17 mm longer than your child’s foot.

What kind of closure should a sports shoe for children have?

Basically, there are sports shoes for children with Velcro closures or laces. In the beginning, your child will probably do better with a Velcro closure. With laces, the risk of injury also increases, as they often come loose and your child could stumble. However, if your child is already a little older, you should think about sports shoes with laces. The tying of such trains the motor skills of your child and should be learned from a certain age. Alternatively, you can initially choose laces with drawstring, which do not need to be tied.

How much does a sports shoe for children cost?

This is quite different and depends, among other things, on what quality and brand you ultimately choose. However, a high-quality shoe can cost up to 40 euros or more.

What kind of material does a sports shoe for children have?

A sports shoe is usually made of synthetic leather or synthetic fibers. It should also be breathable, so that your child does not sweat excessively over a long period of time. In addition, the shoe should be slip-resistant so that your child does not injure himself. Shock absorption ensures that the bones and joints are not overloaded.

Which sports shoe is suitable for which sport?

Basically, a distinction is made between indoor and outdoor shoes. Indoor shoes should have a good abrasion, so that the shoes last long. Therefore, consider beforehand for which activities your child needs the sports shoes. For example, there are special tennis or jogging shoes.

When is a sports shoe suitable for children?

Sports shoes for children are suitable as soon as your child wants to perform sports activities. At the latest from the school time the acquisition of such is therefore surely meaningful.

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