Smooth-sole sneakers for breakdancing/popping/etc?

Question

I see breakdancers and other hiphop dancers doing all the smooth liquid movements where their feet glide across the floor. I know if I were to try that in a pair of cross-trainers, the rubber soles would catch and I'd be going NOWHERE. Are there specific shoes that are better for this or do they take a belt sander to their sneakers or what?

Answer 1

Try dance sneakers. Those have the traction similar to that of suede soled shoes. www.allaboutdance.com. However, with enough training, you will be able to do your moves in any shoes.