Junior and kids volley shoes
Measure the foot first: that's the golden rule for junior shoes, as a child poorly fitted slips and gets tired. The page brings together indoor shoes designed for young volleyball players, from mini-volleyball to teen club players.
Laces or Velcro, low or high tops, a few baby sizes too: each age has its pair.
Measuring a child's foot accurately
Place a sheet of paper against a wall, have the child stand on it with their heel against the wall, and mark the spot of the longest toe. Repeat with the other foot, because they are not always the same length, and keep the larger measurement. A little room for growth is fine, but never two sizes ahead.
An indoor shoe rather than a sneaker for playing
A street sneaker doesn’t have the grip or support of an indoor shoe. A children's indoor shoe grips the floor, supports the foot during direction changes, and doesn’t mark the gym floor. It’s this that prevents slips and twisted ankles during the early seasons.
Laces or Velcro depending on age
For the littlest ones, a Velcro system allows them to put on their shoes by themselves in the changing room. As soon as a child can tie their laces, a pair with laces offers better support because the fit adjusts along the entire length. A double knot ensures they won’t come undone in the middle of a game.
Brands that fit young feet
- Mizuno offers the Cyclone Speed in children's sizes, an indoor volleyball shoe with a flat and flexible sole to discover the sport.
- Nike has its Zoom Hyperset in a children's version, for a young one who wants the same pair as the grown-ups.
- adidas outfits the young from the court to the playground, from Crazyflight to Tensaur.
- Asics sizes its Upcourt in GS version for children.
- Hummel offers the Topflight Pro LC in children's sizing, an indoor shoe.
The right filter for a young volleyball player
The page covers various indoor sports, with brands like Kempa. For a young volleyball player, the volleyball sport filter only keeps the models designed for the net. A child who plays multiple sports can start with a versatile indoor shoe.
Adults and brands: the other pages
When the teen wears a size like an adult, switch to men's shoes or women's shoes. The newly arrived pairs are in the new shoe arrivals.
Fitting a child with shoes on a budget
A child changes shoe size almost every year: take advantage of the junior sales, the Black Friday junior, and the junior clearance.
Frequently asked questions
At what age should I buy a real volleyball shoe?
As soon as the child plays in a club once or twice a week. Before that, a simple and versatile indoor shoe is enough. The shoe mainly needs to grip and hold the foot; the technical cushioning comes later.
Can you buy the same size as the previous school year?
Rarely. A child's foot grows quickly, so measure it with each purchase. A thumb's worth of space at the front of the shoe when standing is a good guideline.
Are junior shoes unisex?
The vast majority of models on the page are unisex. A few pairs are specifically designed for girls or boys, with distinctive colourways.
Can a junior indoor shoe be used in PE class?
Yes, an indoor shoe grips the floor and doesn’t mark the gym floor, making it suitable for indoor sports classes too. Keep it clean so it doesn’t lose its grip.
How can I tell if the shoe is too small?
Have them stand up and press the front of the shoe: if you feel their toes against the tip, the pair has become too tight. Red marks or complaints after practice also indicate it's time to move up a size.
