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Kids' indoor soccer shoes

For the indoor season, your child needs a flat, non-marking sole — it's often a requirement in gym leagues, both to protect the floor and for safety. Cleats are banned there, and a flat sole gives no grip at all on grass: the two pairs don't replace each other.

Comfort and grip

Look for a compound that grips well on hardwood without leaving black streaks, a flexible upper and good cushioning. A gym floor absorbs nothing, unlike grass: every impact travels back up the legs, and you feel it after an hour of play.

A versatile shoe

These shoes also work very well for indoor training and gym class at school. It's often the best-value purchase of the season: one pair covers the winter league, practices and the school gym.

Indoor (IT) or turf (TT)?

The IT sole is flat and meant for the gym. The TT sole, with its small nubs, targets outdoor synthetic surfaces. A TT on hardwood grips less well and may mark it. Check the league's rules before buying.

The size

Same as for cleats: about 1 cm in front of the big toe, tried on with real soccer socks. An indoor shoe is worn on the snug side for ball control, without cramping the toes. Our guide explains the method: choosing the right size.

See also all our kids' soccer shoes, our futsal shoes across all categories and our kids' cleats.

What is a non-marking sole?

It's a rubber sole that grips the floor without leaving black streaks. Most indoor soccer leagues require it to protect gym floors. Check the league's rules before buying.

Can my child wear their cleats indoors?

No. Cleats are banned in gyms by virtually every league, both to protect the floor and for player safety. A flat non-marking sole is required.

Are these shoes useful for anything else?

Yes, they work very well for indoor training and gym class at school. It's often the best-value purchase of the season: one pair covers the winter league, practices and the school gym.

What's the difference between an IT sole and a TT sole?

The IT (indoor) sole is flat and meant for the gym. The TT (turf) sole has small nubs and targets outdoor synthetic surfaces. A TT on hardwood grips less well and may mark it — they aren't equivalents.

What size should I choose?

About 1 cm in front of the big toe, tried on with real soccer socks. An indoor shoe is worn on the snug side for ball control, without cramping the toes. Remeasure the foot at the start of each season.

Does cushioning matter?

Yes. Unlike grass, a gym floor absorbs nothing: every impact travels back up the legs. Good cushioning under the heel and forefoot makes a real difference over an hour of play, especially if your child plays several times a week.