Business Details
Your Trusted Source for Dancewear & Apparel
San Francisco Dancewear was founded by Rose Kirshner, a dedicated dancer with over a decade of experience in the Bay Area dance community. Our store was established to continue the legacy of San Francisco Dancewear, providing dancers with expert pointe shoe fittings and premium dance apparel. Our team includes professional dancers and educators who bring deep industry knowledge to every customer interaction. We specialize in personalized fittings, shoe sewing services, and group appointments to meet the needs of dance studios and individual performers. With locations in San Francisco and Walnut Creek, we serve dancers of all levels from across the Bay Area.Our inventory features top brands like Bloch, Capezio, and Yumiko, alongside exclusive collections for ballet, jazz, tap, and contemporary dance styles. We prioritize customer education about proper fit and technique to enhance performance and prevent injury. Our commitment to dance education extends through school uniform programs for institutions like SF Ballet School and Diablo Ballet. We maintain partnerships with dance companies and schools to stay connected to evolving industry needs. Every team member combines professional dance experience with retail expertise to deliver exceptional service that supports artistic growth.
Services
Pointe Shoe Fittings
Shoe Sewing Service
Group Fittings
Dance Apparel Sales
School Uniform Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer expert pointe shoe fittings by professional dancers with decades of combined experience
- Our inventory includes exclusive dancewear collections from top brands like Bloch and Capezio
- We provide free shoe sewing services with every pointe shoe purchase
- Our team maintains active partnerships with Bay Area dance institutions and schools
- We offer group fittings for dance studios and companies across Northern California
What people say
Expert fitters
Great selection
Knowledgeable staff
Excellent service
Perfect fit
Services
Pointe Shoe Fittings
Our professional fitters provide personalized pointe shoe fittings using decades of dance experience. We assess foot structure, arch strength, and dancing style to recommend optimal footwear. Proper fitting prevents injuries while enhancing performance capabilities for ballet dancers at all levels.
Shoe Sewing Service
We offer complimentary sewing of elastics and ribbons on pointe shoes with every purchase. Our experts ensure secure attachments that maintain shoe integrity while providing proper support. This service saves dancers preparation time before performances or rehearsals.
Group Fittings
We accommodate dance studios with on-site group fittings for entire companies or classes. This service provides consistent sizing for groups while offering individualized attention. Studios benefit from streamlined ordering and bulk purchasing options for uniform requirements.
Dance Apparel Sales
We carry comprehensive dancewear collections including leotards, tights, warm-ups, and performance attire. Our inventory features premium brands like Yumiko, Bloch, and Capezio across multiple dance disciplines. Customers find complete outfit solutions for training, performances, and competitions.
School Uniform Programs
We partner with local dance schools to provide official uniform components for students. Our programs ensure consistent sizing and authentic designs for institutions like SF Ballet School and Diablo Ballet. Schools benefit from dedicated ordering processes and inventory management support.
People
Rose Kirshner
Founder
Professional dancer and former San Francisco Dancewear fitter with 15+ years in Bay Area dance community. Graduated magna cum laude from Cornish College of the Arts with BFA in Dance. Performed with multiple contemporary dance companies before establishing San Francisco Dancewear.
Emily
Dancewear Specialist
Former Sonoma Conservatory of Dance student with SF State University dance degree. Combines ballet expertise with retail experience to help customers find optimal dancewear solutions. Passionate about supporting dancers' technical and artistic development through proper equipment selection.
Camille
Pointe Shoe Fitter
Professional ballet dancer trained at Ballet West Academy with 10 years at Ballet Tucson. Brings performance experience to fitting sessions while maintaining active teaching and freelance dance career. Certified in advanced pointe shoe fitting techniques.
Damara
Customer Service
Multi-disciplinary dancer with extensive ballet training at SF and Boston Ballet summer intensives. Combines dance knowledge with theater background to provide comprehensive customer support. Continues weekly ballet classes while working part-time at SFDG.
Alara
Sales Associate
Istanbul-trained ballet dancer graduated from San Francisco State University with dual music and dance degree. Experienced in multiple dance styles including contemporary and tap. Committed to maintaining Bay Area dance community connections through retail service.
Questions
Do you offer pointe shoe fittings?
Yes, we provide expert pointe shoe fittings by professional dancers with decades of combined experience.
What dancewear brands do you carry?
We stock premium brands including Bloch, Capezio, Yumiko, Russian Pointe, and exclusive Candy Tong collections.
Can you help with dance school uniforms?
Yes, we supply official uniforms for SF Ballet School, Diablo Ballet, and other local institutions.
Do you have locations outside San Francisco?
We have two locations: our Hayes Street store and a Walnut Creek location at 675 Ygnacio Valley Rd.
What are your store hours?
San Francisco: Mon-Fri 12-6pm, Sat 11-5pm, Sun 11-4pm. Walnut Creek: Daily 11am-5pm.
Do you offer sewing services?
We provide complimentary sewing of elastics and ribbons on all purchased pointe shoes.
