Gaiam Grippy Studio Yoga Socks for Extra Grip 🧦

This ballet-inspired grip sock brings extra stability to floor work and barre sessions while protecting feet during studio classes. If you need non-slip yoga socks for hot yoga or standard practice, these Gaiam grip socks provide silicone traction and crossed upper straps to keep the sock in place and reduce slipping on sweaty mats. They are designed to replace going barefoot when you want more hygiene and sure footing.

Key Points

The crossed upper straps mimic a ballet slipper style that holds the sock on the foot and prevents it from shifting during movement. Silicone grips on the sole deliver traction on yoga mats, studio floors, and other smooth surfaces so poses feel more controlled and transitions are steadier. These socks also help limit sweat transfer to the mat, which can keep your practice area cleaner.

Versatile by design, they work for standard yoga, hot yoga, pilates, barre and floor-based dance exercises. They are compact enough to toss into a gym bag or carry-on so you can practice while traveling. Consider that in very high-intensity slipping conditions the thin fabric may not replace a heavy-duty performance shoe, but they usually offer noticeably better grip than ordinary socks. 🧘♀️

Technical Specifications

• Name: Gaiam Grippy Studio Yoga Socks
• Size: One size S/M (women's shoes 5-10, men's shoes 4-9)
• Features: silicone non-slip grips on sole, crossed upper straps for fit
• Uses: suitable for barre, hot yoga, pilates, ballet, dance and general floor exercise
• Material note: thin fabric designed for breathability and low profile fit

Usage Recommendations

Wear them with or without a yoga mat depending on the surface. For hot yoga sessions place them directly on the mat to reduce moisture transfer and to keep your toes from sliding when poses demand stability. For barre and dance use the crossed straps to position the sock so the heel area stays snug during turns and footwork.

After practice turn them inside out and air dry to maintain the grip texture and fabric shape. If you need maximal cushioning or heavy impact protection these socks will not substitute for cushioned athletic shoes, but they do add stability while keeping a low profile and allowing tactile feedback from the floor. 🦶