{"product_id":"performance-shock-with-traction-crew-compression-dance-socks","title":"Performance Shock with Traction • Crew Compression Dance Socks","description":"\u003cp\u003eSupportive, cushioned and exceptionally versatile, the \u003cstrong\u003eApolla Performance Shock with Traction\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for dancers who want considerably more from a studio sock than simple coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTargeted \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 mmHg graduated compression\u003c\/strong\u003e supports the arch, ankle and Achilles, while cushioning beneath the ball and heel helps soften repeated impact. Add Apolla's customisable forefoot traction and Performance becomes a genuine all-round training option for turns, jumps, travelling work and long studio days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApolla Performance Shock Dance Socks – Personality \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Round Support • Cushioned Protection • Custom Traction • Studio Endurance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe hardworking studio all-rounder.\u003c\/strong\u003e Performance is the Apolla for dancers who want everything working together: compression, cushioning, traction and full-foot coverage in one flexible crew-length sock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two \u003cstrong\u003eTan\u003c\/strong\u003e shades keep the look neutral and understated across different skin tones, while \u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e gives Performance a stronger, more technical studio finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApolla Performance Shock Compression Socks – Design \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance combines \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 mmHg graduated compression\u003c\/strong\u003e with targeted support through the arch, Achilles and ankle. Unlike an everyday compression sock, the construction is specifically engineered around the areas dancers repeatedly load during class, creating a secure and responsive feeling without introducing rigid structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderfoot, \u003cstrong\u003ecushioned padding at the ball of the foot and heel\u003c\/strong\u003e adds another dimension. This makes Performance noticeably more protective than minimalist contemporary footwear, particularly through repeated jumps, landings and long training sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traction version places \u003cstrong\u003ecustomisable grip specifically beneath the ball of the foot\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a clever distinction: rather than coating the entire sole, Apolla preserves greater freedom elsewhere while giving the dancer traction where it is most useful for control and challenging movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike Alpha, the traction is designed to become personal. It begins noticeably grippy, gradually breaks in through dancing, and can be refreshed when you want more resistance again. This lets dancers find their own balance between grip and glide according to movement style and floor surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crew profile finishes below the calf with a softer opening than Apolla's taller Infinite style, while a streamlined toe construction keeps the full-foot sock feeling close and performance-focused rather than bulky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApolla Performance Shock Dance Socks – Technical Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border: 0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; margin-top: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; gap: 20px; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eCrew-Length Compression Dance Sock\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; gap: 20px; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompression\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e20–30 mmHg Graduated Compression\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; gap: 20px; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eArch • Achilles • Ankle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; gap: 20px; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraction\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eCustomisable \/ Ball of Foot\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; gap: 20px; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCushioning\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eBall of Foot + Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; 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