Prio Running and Fitness Shoe - Kids

KIDS SIZE GUIDE

The Kids Z-Trails and Kids Prios fit true to size. We recommend ordering your regular shoe size.

A note about sizing: The numbers for kids sizes change. The “Kids 12” is the smallest size, followed by Kids 13, then Youth 1-4.
FREE EXCHANGES: Most people find our size recommendation gives them a proper fit, but just in case, we have a free exchange program for all US orders.
*If you normally buy a Euro or UK Size, check out the handy conversion charts below.

Kid's Sizing Chart:

US Sizes Euro Sizes UK Sizes
12 30 11
13 31 12
1 32 13
2 33 1
3 34 2
4 36 3
Any questions? Just call us at 303 447 3100 or send us an email. We’re here to help.

Prio Running and Fitness Shoe - Kids

$69.99

Durable, versatile, natural. Let your kids Live Life Feet First!

  • 5,000 mile sole warrantySole warranty
  • Over 61,000 5 star reviews!61,000+ 5-star reviews!
  • Natural Fit, Feel and MotionNatural feel

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Product Description

Now Xero Shoes are ready for you for KIDS!

You probably know how important it is to let your kids’ feet develop and function naturally — letting their toes spread, and their feet bend, flex, move, and Feel the World!®

That’s why we’re thrilled to release the Kid’s version of our best-selling Prio barefoot/minimalist shoe for everything they love to do.

The Kids’ Prio has everything you love about the adult version, plus we’ve made a few changes, just for them:

  • More grip! We spaced out the lugs and made them bigger on the FeelTrue® soles to give them better traction.
  • Ergonomic fit We didn’t just shrink the adult Prio, we changed the shape for a better fit.
  • Just-right feedback We also thinned out the sole a little bit to make it extra flexible, give kids the right amount of ground-feel and protection.
  • Unisex fit Don’t worry about boys vs. girls, the Kids Prio is made for both.

Of course, we’ve kept all the best things about the Prio:

  • Natural FIT — A wide toe box lets your toes spread and relax. Plus the “XERO-drop” sole (non-elevated heel and low-to-the-ground) allows for proper posture, balance, and agility
  • Natural MOTION — The Prio is flexible enough to let little feet bend, move, and flex the way, well, that feet are supposed
  • Lightweight — Your kids might even forget they’re wearing them
  • Natural FEEL — Remove the 3mm insole for a more “barefoot feel,” or keep it in for a bit more protection
  • 100% Vegan-friendly materials — No animal products are used in the Prio
  • Huarache-inspired design — The huarache-sandal inspired strap helps secure the heel
  • Adjustable instep strap — Use the “inverted V” straps aren’t sewn down to lock in the instep while keeping toes free to move
  • Reflective straps — The middle strip in the heel and instep straps are highly reflective for evenings and night
  • Barefoot-friendly — Wear the Prio with or without socks
  • 5,000-mile sole warranty — like all our FeelTrue® soles, the Prio is backed by our 5,000-mile sole warranty*

A note about sizing

The numbers for kids sizes change. The “Kids 12” is the smallest size, followed by Kids 13, then Youth 1-4.

Worried about your kids outgrowing the Prio?

We know that kids grow, and we’re not fans of buying shoes “that they’ll grow into.”

To help out if your kids get too big for their Prio, we’ve created a Facebook Group where you can trade/swap/buy/sell your shoes and pass your still-wearable pair to someone who still fits your size, and find a pair for the next perfect fit.

(Note: The FB group is for use at your own discretion. The deals you make are up to you.)

*5,000 mile sole warranty is non-transferable and only valid for the original purchaser of the shoes.

Check out these reviews from kids and their parents (and then click the Customer Reviews tab, above, to read more)

KIDS SIZE GUIDE

The Kids Z-Trails and Kids Prios fit true to size.
We recommend ordering your regular shoe size.

A note about sizing:
The numbers for kids sizes change. The “Kids 12” is the smallest size, followed by Kids 13, then Youth 1-4.

FREE EXCHANGES: Most people find our size recommendation gives them a proper fit, but just in case, we have a free exchange program for all US orders.
*If you normally buy a Euro or UK Size, check out the handy conversion charts below.

Kid’s Sizing Chart:

US Sizes Euro Sizes UK Sizes
12 30 11
13 31 12
1 32 13
2 33 1
3 34 2
4 36 3
Any questions? Just call us at 303 447 3100 or send us an email. We’re here to help.

The Kids Prio isn’t waterproof. But the breathable mesh should dry quickly.

The Kids Prio is “true to size,” so select the typical size for your child.

Now, that said, sizing is not a science, there’s a lot of personal preference involved… Three people with identical feet will have three opinions about how the same shoe fits 😉

If the size you get doesn’t fit, take advantage of our free domestic exchange policy. See https://xeroshoes.com/return-policy/ for details.

All the straps — the heel and instep — are adjustable for a secure, comfy fit.

To use the instep straps, simply tighten or loosen them with the tension of the lace that goes through them.

For the heel strap, it’s best to adjust it by gently sliding it through the “wing” in the sole rather than yanking on it.

We know that children have a habit of growing.

We’ve created a Facebook group where you can find other “Prio parents” with who you can trade/swap/sell/buy. Click Here to see it (opens a new tab in your browser)

Note: We don’t manage the FB group. The participants in the group are responsible for managing all transactions.

That’s totally up to you (or them).

The Prio is made so they can be worn with or without socks.

The Prio is an “all-around” shoe. It’s good for walking, running, hiking, playing, climbing… you name it.

We do! We’ve sold Xero Shoes to people in more than 85 countries around the world.
We use the US Postal service to send our shipments. The cost to ship will depend on the weight of the package and the delivery speed you select; several options will be provided at checkout.

All domestic shipments come with tracking. Limited tracking is available for some first class international shipments depending on the country, and full tracking is available with all Priority Express and Express International shipments.

Though almost all of our international orders arrive without incident, we strongly advise you to select Priority Express International or Express International if you live in a country with a less reliable postal service, including (but not limited to) India, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, and Indonesia. We cannot guarantee delivery of packages shipped using First Class International.

International delivery can take anywhere from 3 days to 8 weeks depending on how long your order spends in customs at the border.

Please note that some countries do require the payment of import duties for international shipments above a certain value. We advise you to know the import regulations of your country and understand that you will be responsible for payment of any duties and fees imposed by your government at the border.

All packages will be marked as merchandise; as a commercial shipper, we are not able to mark a package as a gift (if you’re giving Xero Shoes as a gift, that’s not the same as us sending a gift).
Also, check our Stores page. There may be a Xero Shoes dealer closer to you.

After you purchase a gift certificate, you’ll be able to enter an email address for the recipient.

You could email it to yourself and forward it at a later time if you like.

You can also take the Gift Certificate code and send it to the recipient.

Please go to Xero Shoes Return Policy page to learn about our 45-day return policy.

Caring for your Prios

To clean your Prios, hand wash with warm water, mild soap and allow them to air dry. We do not recommend putting the Prio in the washing machine or dryer.

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AM
04/09/2024
Anne M.
US US

Perfect Purple Parkour Shoe

Fantastic! My daughter often went barefoot in her parkour/gymnastics class but needed something to help her with traction. I saw improvement during her first class wearing them. I love how flexible the sole is plus the shoe looks better in person than it does online. Thanks for a great shoe, especially in purple!

NZ
04/09/2024
Nikki Z.
US US

Great shoe! So glad for kids' sizes!

My daughter loves this shoe, and it's exactly what we wanted for her. It's hard to find good minimalist or barefoot shoes for kids. I'm glad Xero hasn't turned their backs on them.

A Xero Shoes Customer
KJ
04/04/2024
Kelly J.
US US

Kid's LOVE them!

We made the switch from Plae shoes (love these shoes too!) because I wondered how our kids would do with the more sensitive feel of Xero barefoot shoes. They love how grippy they are and despite never having shoes with laces, have eagerly learned how to tie their own shoes (this was my biggest hesitation and I knew we could buy non-tying laces if need be). Getting ready to leave the house is a big struggle and having the possible added frustration of tying shoes was almost a deal breaker for me. I am so glad that we tried these! We are so happy that our kids can join us in the barefoot movement (or at least have shoes that support our feet health when we can't actually be barefoot). Thank you Xero for making shoes for our kids too! This whole family are big fans:)

Xero Shoes Prio - Kids Review
KM
04/02/2024
Krizzia M.
US US

First pair of barefoot shoes

My 4yo son LOVES these shoes. As soon as he tried them on he had nothing but positive comments from looks to how comfortable they are; he likes that he can spread his toes and that they are so flexible. As a mom, I saw him jumping and running a lot at home while he was barefoot but then always got “tired” when out wearing common shoes but now, we go on hikes and play at the park for hours and he never complains

JT
03/30/2024
J. Thompson
United States United States

Durability issue with uppers

I have purchased two pairs of these over the last two years for my son and have experienced the same issues with both pairs. While the fit and feel is great, the durability of the uppers is a concern. I earnestly appeal to the Xero Shoes team to update this model with more durable uppers. Two common issues are the toe cap material falls part and the uppers separate from the sole. See the example shoes in the pictures attached.

Xero Shoes Prio - Kids Review
04/02/2024

Xero Shoes

Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we're sorry to hear about the issues you've experienced with the durability of our shoes' uppers. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we take concerns like these seriously. We're constantly striving to improve our products, and we'll certainly consider your feedback as we work on updates and improvements to this model. We want to ensure that our shoes are comfortable and durable enough to withstand everyday wear and tear. If you haven't already, please reach out to our customer happiness team with the details and photos of the issues you've encountered. They'll be happy to assist you further and work towards a resolution. Thank you for your continued support of Xero Shoes, and we appreciate your feedback as we continue to improve our products and services.