Aneta Hrdá - coach
“For me, exercise is a way to arrive in the present moment through the body.” In Skinners she values the ground contact and free ankles.
HomeSock Shoes for the Gym
More effective training and workouts
Ultralight sock shoes that let you feel the floor, stay stable and strengthen your foot muscles. For the gym, yoga and functional training.
Solid ground contact
The non-slip sole is just 2.5 mm thick. Your whole foot stays on the ground, giving you stability even under heavier weights.
Stronger feet
Your feet aren't locked in a stiff shoe, so they work with you. You activate muscles that just rest in regular footwear.
Room for your toes
Your toes can spread out and help you keep your balance on the mat and under the bar.
A leg day must-have
Squats, lunges, deadlifts. Wherever a solid stance matters, you'll feel the difference most.
In your bag instead of shoes
They weigh under 290 g and roll up small. No more lugging trainers to the gym.
Straight into the wash
Wash them at 30 °C and dry them on the radiator. They're ready for your next session by morning.
Why train
in sock shoes?
Most training shoes have a soft, thick sole that isn't flexible enough. It may feel comfortable at first, but in a squat or deadlift it gives way under you and your foot loses real contact with the ground. Going barefoot isn't allowed everywhere, and in socks you can slip at any moment.
No more carrying big, heavy shoes to the gym. Sock shoes roll up small and fit even in a small backpack pocket.
Leg day.
Where it makes the most sense.
In squats, lunges, deadlifts or on the leg press, it all comes down to your base. In sock shoes you spread the load across your whole foot, grip with your toes and feel exactly where you're pushing.
That's why people who live for movement train legs in them, from bodybuilders to bikini fitness competitors.
Comfort 2.0 · low cut
Our most popular model, with a roomier fit and Regular last. A versatile choice for strength training and calmer workouts.
Essentials 3.0 · mid cut
Snug slim fit and a higher knit around the ankle. More confidence when your workout picks up. The happy medium for the gym and functional training.
Compression 2.0 · high cut
Our snuggest compression fit. Maximum ankle stability for jumps, HIIT and outdoor workouts.
Find your pair
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Essentials 3.0 Concrete
€59,90
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Essentials 3.0 Petrol
€59,90
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Essentials 3.0 Grape
€59,90
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Essentials 3.0 Cactus
€59,90
Worn by people who live for movement
Kristian Jahoda - bodybuilder
“When I train legs, I feel a stability I never had in other shoes.” He wears sock shoes mainly on leg day.
Míša Hodaňová - fitness coach
“Movement shouldn't be a punishment. It should be a natural part of life.” She feels more stable and in control of her movement in them.
Radim Paštěka - strength training
“Starting any sport is always the right decision.” He values them most in jump lunges, where a confident landing matters.
Klára Mrowiecová - NPC Bikini
“Keep moving. It's worth it.” Squats, lunges, deadlifts. Anywhere ground contact is key.
Dominik Hruška - gym & outdoor
“Be versatile and capable of any movement.” He prefers training barefoot, and Skinners keep that feeling at the gym.
Terka Lejbová - calisthenics
“Every day, be a little better than yesterday's you.” Street workout, streetlifting and the gym. She's been training in Skinners for over two years.
Kryštof Jonáš - coach
“Training efficiently and smartly leads to real results and progress.” Deadlifts, pendulum squats, leg press.
Where to wear them
Strength training
Squats, deadlifts, lunges. A solid base under your whole foot.
Functional training & HIIT
Jumps and quick changes of direction. Go for a higher cut.
Outdoor workout
Pull-up bars, parallel bars, the park. The sole protects, your foot stays free.
Yoga & mobility
Balance poses and stretches on a non-slip sole. The knit adapts to every move.
On the road
Hotel gym? They take up almost no space in your suitcase.
Minimum material.
Maximum function.
The non-slip sole made from durable Swedish polymers is just 2.5 mm thick. The seamless knit made from six Italian fibres adapts to your foot. No glue, phthalates or seams.
Each pair comes with a removable 2 mm insole. Sock shoes last at least 800 km and we make them ourselves in Czechia.
What our customers say
Pickup was complicated due to an incorrect address
Pickup was complicated due to an incorrect address
I imagined softer
I imagined softer skin
Everything
Everything is fine
Great service and shoes
Great service when picking up in the brick-and-mortar store. I even bought a second pair of shoes there. The shoes are very comfortable and so far, I haven't been cold in them even with thin sock shoes and without a winter insole, we'll see how it will be in December.
great
great
Great satisfaction
The pages are clear, the purchase was quick and easy. I appreciated the option to pay for the purchase through Klarny. The shoes are very comfortable, they walk well. They met expectations. The price matches the quality.
Very easy and convenient to shop from
Very easy and convenient to shop from the site
Everything was perfect
Everything was perfect ☺️🌸💙
Repeated purchase
I purchase repeatedly and always satisfied
Socks are very narrow
Socks are very narrow, they squeeze the toes.
Unfortunately, a hole appeared on the seam after a few days of wear
Unfortunately, a hole appeared on the seam after a few days of wear
Great seller
Great seller, flexible, accommodating and willing (I had some return/exchange) Products are super
Without reservations
Without reservations
Super
Super boty!!!
Fast
Fast delivery
Great satisfaction
As one of the few stores, it allows exchange of goods, which is not often seen. The shoes are great, light, fit my foot like a glove 👌🏻 So far, I haven't had a chance to wear them, but I already know it will be very comfortable.
Really beautiful
Really beautiful, comfortable, and high-quality-feeling shoes. Fast delivery.
The order arrived quickly and was well packed
The order arrived quickly and was well packed. Communication with the store was standard
Transparency, speed of delivery
Good shop
Fast delivery, everything in order
Does not fit ideally on the foot
Does not fit ideally on the foot... -low fifth -loose in the toe
Everything was alright
Everything was alright. When there are discounts 😁 again, I'll be happy to make another purchase.
Purchase without problems
Purchase without problems.
Beautiful
Beautiful, quality and very comfortable shoes. We are overall very satisfied with the store and happy to shop here.
They are great
They are great, I will definitely order more!
Clear eshop
Clear eshop, fast delivery, satisfied
Fast delivery
Fast delivery, promotional prices. Super!
Proven goods
Proven goods, satisfaction
Terribly
Terribly comfortable
Skinners E-shop
I am very satisfied with the e-shop. The goods are always well packaged. Dispatched soon after ordering.
All is well
All is well
Sock shoes
They are super
They are super
They are super, tested in the Šumava mountains, climbing Ostrý. My feet felt like in cotton :-)
All without problems
All without problems, communication and delivery.
All went well!
All went well! No complaints whatsoever!
easy shopping
easy shopping, no obstacles
Globetrotter II
Nice, incredibly comfortable barefoot shoes for the city. I have been unable to find barefoot shaped shoes with a soft sole and zero drop for a long time and this seems to be exactly that combination. They appear to be of high quality, but how long they will last I cannot judge after just one month.
Absolute satisfaction
Absolute satisfaction. The shoes fit absolutely perfectly.
Problem-free purchase
Problem-free purchase, quick preparation at the store and the nice saleswoman allowed me to pick it up even 10 minutes after closing time.
I gave it as a gift to my granddaughter
I gave it as a gift to my granddaughter, she's thrilled
super
super
Good shopping experience and helpful customer service
Overall, I had a good experience shopping with Skinners. The products arrived relatively quickly, and I was very happy with the quality. The only downside for me was the cost of returning an item, as I had to ship it back from Norway, which made the return a bit expensive. Other than that, the process was smooth, and the customer support was very professional and helpful throughout the return process. Overall, a good shopping experience, and I would be happy to shop with them again.
Shopping at Skinners
Excellent communication Fast delivery
Excellent!
Excellent!
purchase for 1, everyone satisfied
purchase for 1
Fast delivery, great quality
Fast delivery, I'm very satisfied with the goods, I immediately ordered a second pair of Skinners and again fast delivery, thank you.
Communication and delivery of the store is fine
Communication and delivery of the store is fine
Fast delivery
Fast delivery, communication was problem-free.
Excellent
Excellent
Comfortable
Comfortable, super. I like to walk barefoot so it's an obvious choice.
FAQ
The more dynamic the workout, the higher the cut. Comfort 2.0 is the versatile choice for strength training. Essentials 3.0 adds confidence around the ankle. Compression 2.0 is made for jumps, HIIT and quick changes of direction.
It's up to you. The 2 mm insole comes in the box and is easy to take out. With it you get a bit more comfort, without it even better ground contact. Our customers are split roughly half and half, so try both and see what suits you.
Yes, they can handle a treadmill warm-up too. We recommend taking the insole out first.
Don't add any extra length. Sock shoes should fit like a regular sock and shouldn't press on your toes. Measure your foot length and compare it with the size chart on the product page. You'll find a step-by-step guide in our article How to measure your feet.
Sock shoes have a non-slip sole, so you can wear them as clean indoor footwear. Every gym sets its own rules, though. If you're not sure, ask at reception.
Either works. For a fresh feel during regular training, we recommend thin cotton socks.
Just put them in the washing machine on a gentle cycle at 30 °C, ideally in a laundry bag. You can even dry them on the radiator.
Yes. Start gradually, for example with shorter workouts, so your feet can get used to the new load.
