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If your order has not yet been shipped, you can cancel it here.

If your order has already been shipped you will need to request for a return once you receive the item. Exclusions apply on returns for limited edition products.

You can pay by credit card, Apple Pay, G Pay, Shop Pay or PayPal. The credit cards we currently accept are Mastercard, Visa, PayPal, and AmEx.

Yes, however your bank may charge a fee to convert the currency. Make sure you are on the right IDA Sports website.

If you're from the UK, you should automatically see GBP. However, if the automatic settings are incorrect for some reason, you can manually change the location at the bottom of any webpage.

Regrettably, at this time, we do not provide financing or installment plans as payment options.

Please reach out to us at [email protected] with your questions and a member of our team will be there to assist you.

We understand that everyone’s feet are different and shopping for footwear is always tricky. With this in mind, we have a few resources you can reference to find the right fit. 

1. Check out this basic Size Chart. Remember that all of our sizes listed are women's sizing, so a good starting point is, "what women's size shoe do you wear in non-cleat shoes?"

2. Check out this blog on finding the right size. 

3. Take this quiz to help you find the right IDA style for you.

4. Then when you know which IDA style is for you, check out the "Find Your Fit" button on each product page to narrow down your size for that specific IDA style. 

Still stuck? Contact IDA's support team and we'll try our best to help you find the best fit.

That's ok! Everyone's feet are different and we want you to prioritize getting the perfect fit for maximum comfort.

That’s why we go above and beyond other retailers with our 30-Day Wear Test on all footwear to make certain you can shop with the confidence. Exclusions apply for limited edition products. Refer to our returns and exchange policy section.

If you don't see your size right now, you can sign up for our email list and we will keep subscribers in the loop as new products arrive! 

You can also check for your size at one of our retail partners below.

Find IDA In Store & Online

We are primarily an online-only retailer, but we do stock our shoes at our partner retail stores. Find one close to you with our Store Locator. Be sure to call the store in advance for real time updates on inventory!

Don't see a store near you? No worries! We offer a 30 Days Free Wear Test so you can try the shoes on in the comfort of your own home and process a *free exchange or return within that window.

*Free returns available in the US and UK only. See Returns & Exchanges below for more information.

We have made our shoes with removable insoles so either of those would be suitable for use with your orthotics. We find that players will either place their orthotics on top of the insoles or remove the insole and put their orthotics in, whichever is more comfortable for them.

Check out this blog on how your cleats should fit. Remember you can also try different lacing styles to improve the fit.

We don't. But if the shoe fits, we say wear it. You can find your US men's size by taking the US women's size and adding 1.5. Welcome to the female athlete experience. :)

Shipping is free on all domestic US and UK orders over $100. This discount is applied automatically at the checkout.

We ship to the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, all countries in the European Union, and Australia and New Zealand. Delivery times will vary depending on location. Exclusions apply for limited edition and select seasonal products.

We currently don't take international orders from any other countries (it’s not personal... we hope to soon!) but you can order from any of our partner retailers who may ship to your country!

NOTE: View our full Shipping Policy for more details on shipping rates in the US, UK, and internationally.

For orders within the United States, our Standard shipping delivers in 5-8 business days. Choose Express for a speedy 2-3 business day delivery.

In the United Kingdom, Standard shipping takes 6-18 business days, but our Express option ensures delivery within 1-5 business days. Get your orders faster with IDA Sports.

Exclusions apply for presale products. Refer to estimated delivery date on product page or contact us for more information on your presale order.

NOTE: View our full Shipping Policy for more details on shipping rates in the US, UK, and internationally.

We can modify orders as long as our fulfillment center has not shipped your order yet. Once the order leaves our warehouse, we can no longer make any changes on it.

You will either have to process a return or deny receipt of the delivery once the carrier tries to deliver it at your home.

Once your order has shipped, an email containing the tracking details of your order will be provided. If you can't find your tracking number please contact us via [email protected] or ask the IDA Bot. 

That's not good! Please reach out to [email protected] if you've received a damaged, faulty, or incorrect item. In the event that your product is severely damaged or faulty due to shipping or material issues (excluding laces) rendering it unusable, we'll promptly send you a replacement free of charge. Simply return the faulty item within the initial 30 days, and we'll take care of the rest. Exclusions may apply with limited edition products.

They should feel so comfortable that you stop thinking about them on the pitch. Our goal is for you to spend less time thinking about foot pain and more time focusing on your game.

Wrong size? We offer free exchanges on footwear!*

To exchange item(s), click here. You will land on a page that prompts you to login. All you have to do is put in the email you used to place your order then place the 6-digit code sent to your email.

*PLEASE NOTE: We offer a 30 Days Free Wear Test from the date of purchase. Limited edition products are not eligible for exchanges. Exchanges must fall within this window to be eligible. We also do not offer free returns and exchanges outside of the US and UK.

We may be able to issue a refund in select cases outside of the above policy, so please reach out to our support team to inquire.

To return item(s), click here to request your return. You will land on a page that prompts you to login. All you have to do is put in the email you used to place your order then place the 6-digit code sent to your email!

Once we receive your package at the fulfillment center, we'll inspect your return, process it into inventory and complete your refund.While it does take time, we do it as quickly as we can, promise.

PLEASE NOTE: We offer a 30 Days Free Wear Test from the date of purchase. Returns & refunds must fall within this window to be eligible. We also do not offer free returns and exchanges outside of the US and UK. Limited edition products are not eligible for return or refund.

We may be able to issue a refund in select cases outside of the above policy, so please reach out to our support team to inquire.

If you purchased through a retailer, please contact them directly to arrange a return or exchange in accordance with their store policy.

That's not good! Please reach out to [email protected] if you've received a damaged, faulty, or incorrect item. In the event that your product is severely damaged or faulty due to shipping or material issues (excluding laces) rendering it unusable, we'll promptly send you a replacement free of charge. Simply return the faulty item within the initial 30 days, and we'll take care of the rest. Exclusions may apply for limited edition products.

Refunds will be processed within 5 business days of us receiving the returned product. You can track your return using the tracking number provided in your returns confirmation email. 

Footwear manufactured or purchased within the last 6 months are eligible for a return. The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper care, misuse, accident or neglect. Exclusions apply for limited edition products.

Male and female feet are different, and wearing the wrong athletic footwear can have a direct impact on comfort, risk of injury, and performance.

Most women’s soccer cleats and shoes are made for male feet and shrunk to ‘fit’ women. We know that unisex is not enough for female athletes, and can lead to completely preventable pain and discomfort. You can read more about the differences in male and female feet on our blog.

Generally speaking, women's feet have a wider toe box to heel cup ratio, higher arches, and different pressures loads based on how we carry our body weight. These may only sound like small differences, but it can have a big impact on the fit of your shoes. You can find out more in this blog on the differences between men’s and women’s feet.

Most "women’" cleats are made on a male shoe-last, shrunk down, and labeled as women’s. A last is a mold that a shoe is built around. This means the shoe is created to fit a male foot and does not account for the differences between male and female feet.

We have a unique female last, meaning all our shoes are built to fit an anatomically female foot. In addition, we’ve consulted researchers and podiatrists and changed the stud configuration to support a woman’s body better.

You may experience blisters on your heels or cramped toes. You may find that your feet ache after you take your boots off or the next day. This doesn’t have to be normal for you!

What should they feel like?

They should feel so comfortable that you stop thinking about them on the pitch. Our goal is for you to spend less time thinking about foot pain and more time focusing on your game.

The common industry term for making a female product is to ‘shrink it & pink it’. We spoke to athletes and they wanted a black boot, so we started with the black IDA Classica.

*we love choice though so if you want a pink boot, let us know.

We’re only just getting started! We know there is a need for performance footwear for women in all sports, and we get a lot of requests. For now though, we are focused on grass and turf-based sports and hear from many athletes wearing IDAs in non-soccer sports!

We wanted to use a material that provides you with the most comfort while playing. Kangaroo leather is light, durable and moulds to your feet, with minimal break-in time. It is also sustainable, renewable, and less damaging to the environment than some other synthetic materials.

The Australian Government strictly controls the harvest of kangaroos to ensure there is no detrimental impact on their ecosystem. Only a small proportion of the total kangaroo population is used for food and the leather we use is a by-product that would otherwise end up as waste. Kangaroos are not farmed, but live in the wild as a large and self-replenishing population.

We do! The IDA Spirit, the IDA Rise, the IDA Centra and a variety of other cleats are vegan. Check the product description to confirm before purchase.

Our shipping partner in Australia, Sendle, is fully carbon neutral. All our packaging is made from recycled materials and can be recycled again. Our boot bags are made from recycled rpet and we are developing more environmentally friendly products. 

We are also working on a boot recycling program to help extend the life cycle of our products and to keep them out of landfill. IDA Sports is not perfect but we are actively working to improve the sustainability of our product, systems, and company every day. If you have ideas or expertise in this area, please reach out here. 

Its completely dependent on personal preference... as well as playing position in the sport.

For Rugby UNION in the UK: at the adult level and even moreso at elite level, we have found that a lot of players tend to wear soft-ground boots with metal studs (because pitches can typically be quite muddy in the winter - and also elite players want the most traction they can get in scrums, etc.)

However, sometimes players may wear firm-ground (FG) boots. Especially if they train/play on artificial grass - which does happen quite often. And especially in the back row, as these are the players doing a lot of running and dont need as much traction for scrums/rucks/tackles. Our boots could perhaps be suitable for these players.

For sports like rugby LEAGUE it looks like they could wear FG more often than in UNION (i.e. our boots may be more suitable). Could be similar to rugby 7s where also FG is worn more due to more dynamic running on the pitch and less tackles/scrums.

Taking proper care of our boots means that we extend their life and lower the impact it has on our planet. We’ll dive into the different steps to be taken for each type of boot and its upper, and how to care for them in the best possible manner.

LEATHER

The material which needs the most care is LEATHER. As a natural product, the leather in the Ida Classica is derived from either kangaroos or calf/cows and is deemed more ‘traditional’ in its approach to football boots. This means that, like any other natural product, it does wear down over time if not well looked after.

Before we begin, understand that discolouration and slight fraying on the edges of the leather where it meets the sole is completely NORMAL. As long as the leather is not splitting away from the sole (making the boot UNWEARABLE) you’re all good to keep playing.

Moisture and Water, Playing in the Rain:

Water can damage leather. If left wet for long enough or for several instances, leather will harden up and crack. This has been observed with boots that have been neglected and left in a boot bag, where moisture soaks into the leather and causes a variety of issues.. This includes; 

• GROWTH OF BACTERIA AND MOULD, which is extremely detrimental to the upper and lining of the boot. 

• HARDENED LEATHER, stiffening the product. Flex your boot, it can fall apart!

Hot and Cold Environments:

The most common way that a boot can split from the sole and upper is through exposure to high amounts of heat. Heat can melt the glue which holds your boot’s upper to its sole, WEAKENING the bond and causing it to SEPERATE. Cold environments lead to the HARDENING of leather, making the boot uncomfortable to wear, and the touch on the ball becomes less desirable and more awkward feeling.

The above Ida Classica was exposed to oversaturated amounts of water and moisture, rarely cleaned, and never treated with leather food. The results included: extremely stiff, hardened leather, a split sole/upper, and a sad boot

SYNTHETIC:

Let’s bust a myth; 'Synthetic', does not mean 'immune to any wear, tear, and care problems'. Because it is man-made, there are problems a consumer can run into.

How to Care For Your Boots:

1. After every use in which the boot becomes soaked, wet, or damp: wipe the outer layer of the boot so that it is dry. Remove all mud and build-up, using a hand towel or coarse brush.
2. After every use in which the boot becomes soaked, wet, or damp: DRY OUT THE INSIDE. This is vital to keeping your boots healthy. To ensure longevity, stuff paper towels, tissues, or towels within the boot itself. This absorbs the water and moisture, leaving the boot and its leather/lining fresh and clean.
3. Once a week, or AT LEAST once a month: apply dubbin or leather cream/food to the leather. This is basically just adding needed nutrients to the leather, feeding it and keeping it healthy. It also ensures the finish on the leather stays put, so it doesn’t get too slick or dry. Rub with cloth thoroughly on leather parts of the boot, NOT on synthetic.
4. DO NOT leave outside: whether it be cold or hot, leave boots in an area that is always a mild temperature.
5. DO NOT dry wet boots in front of a heater or expose them to heat from a hair dryer or any instruments as such. Your boots will dry best in natural sunlight.
6. Weekly remove the inner soles to allow for natural air to get inside the boot. When following the above tips, regularly use scrunched-up newspaper pushed inside the boot to absorb moisture. Remove the paper after approx. 5 minutes and repeat if necessary!

And that's it. The main lessons to take away are:

• Keep your boots dry after use.
• Ensure boots aren't exposed to extreme temperatures
• Clean your boots when they get dirty.
• Apply leather food/cream to leather boots AT LEAST once a month.
  
  We’re sure you’ll be a great boot owner - your pair will be lucky to have you. Now, what are you waiting for? Get on the pitch and kick some goals!

HOW IMPORTANT IS LACING?

Knowing how to lace football boots or how to lace soccer boots the right way can go a long way when it comes to injury prevention, support and stability. 

While good fitting shoe is key, the right boot lacing technique can also make a big impact in ensuring greater comfort in your chosen activity.

HOW TO LACE YOUR SHOES FOR A WIDE FOREFOOT

Looking for the best boots for women's wide feet? Look no further. Our indoor women’s soccer shoes and women’s football boots usually are designed with a wider toe box to accommodate women’s foot shapes. However, if you still experience pain, irritation or discomfort (particularly in your smaller toe), try altering your lacing using the image below as a guide.

This shoe lacing pattern for a wider forefoot also helps in managing common women’s feet conditions such as: 

• Bunions 
• Morton’s neuroma 
• Turf toe
• Bursitis between the metatarsal (forefoot) bones
• Corns and Calluses on the 1st and 5th toes

HOW TO LACE YOUR SHOES TO AVOID HEEL SLIPPAGE

This pattern of shoe lacing is well known and often utilised to help prevent heel slippage when extra support is needed in the rear of the shoe.

This can be very helpful if you’ve got a particularly narrow heel.

HOW TO LACE YOUR SHOES FOR A HIGH INSTEP

This shoe lacing pattern for a higher instep has been designed to help reduce any pressure or irritation on the top of the foot.

This may be indicated if a person has:

• Arthritic nodules on top of the foot;
• Inflamed tendons on the top of the foot secondary to irritation from firm lacing; or
• Swollen soft tissue such as bursitis, a ganglion or benign cysts

HOW TO LACE YOUR SHOES FOR A NARROW FOOT

This type of shoe lacing pattern is similar to your criss-cross shoe lace pattern. This type of lacing can be utilised when dealing with a narrower foot type.

WOMEN'S FOOTBALL BOOT LACING AND WOMEN'S SOCCER BOOT LACING DO'S AND DONT'S

DO:

• Thread the laces: Thread the laces through all the holes along your foot up to the second to last holes.
• Thread the last two holes on the same side: The top shoelace holes on each side of your foot are designed to ensure your feet don’t move around within your boots during play. Thread the last shoelace hole on the same side facing inwards so it creates a loop. Use this inward lace to keep your feet from sliding around.
• Cross your laces: Begin tying your laces by crossing your laces and pulling one lace under and through (or over and through) the other. Pull tight.
• Loop any excess: If you have long laces, wrap any excess shoelace around your foot under your arch and pull tight.
• Tie your laces: Tie up the laces as normal with two loops.
• Tuck the excess: Push the excess laces into the top of your shoes between your ankles and the side of your shoes.

DON’T

• Loosely tie your shoelaces: Running with loose laces is one of the easiest ways to injure yourself. Make sure you stay in the game with laces done up tight without any loose loops or dangling ends.
• Use laces that are ripped in any place: If laces have a rip, they can easily break when pulled on or stepped on. You don’t want laces to break during a footy game so ensure they are in good working order so you can keep your eye on the goal and not on your feet.
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HERE ARE A FEW MORE TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR IDA FOOTBALL BOOTS IN GOOD CONDITION:

Wrap differently: If you feel pain from wrapping laces around the arch of your foot, try lacing the excess laces around under your heel.

Shorter Laces: Are your laces getting everywhere, or in the way during your runs? If so, look into getting new and shorter laces - they’re worth the investment.

These lacing changes will not solve all your problems completely and certainly don’t replace the need for correctly fitted footwear. However, specific shoe lacing techniques can help to make an average shoe feel better and a good shoe feels great. 

For those with a wider forefoot, narrower heels and higher arches, check out some of our footwear here.

We believe that knowledge is power when it comes to footwear, comfort, and performance on the field, so we were delighted to host Dr. Karli Richards, DPM, FACFAS to share her insights about female physiology and injuries in the sport.

Dr. Karli Richards is a Podiatric surgeon who practices with UPMC-Richards Orthopedic Center and Sports Medicine in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Richards has been in practice for over 14 years and specializes in foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine, general podiatry, and wound care. She is board certified in both foot surgery and in wound care and treats athletes from local high school and college teams for lower extremity injuries.

Whether you are a player, coach, parent, or administrator in the game, it’s important to understand the factors that contribute to potential injuries. Female athletes are 4-8 times more likely to tear the ACL than their male counterparts and not enough is being done! The first place to start is understanding the risk factors and then taking steps to address them.

Top 5 Contributing Risk Factors 

1. Anatomic

There are many anatomical differences between females and males, but an important one to know is that females have a greater “Q angle” than males, aka wider set hips. This contributes to pronation (the natural tendency for female knees and ankles to lean inwards) and greater stress on the ACL. It should NOT be where the discussion ends though. It's just one factor.

2. Neuromuscular

Strengthen your quads AND hamstrings on both legs. Women tend to be “quad dominant” which can contribute to hyperextension of the knee, so be sure to focus on hamstring-specific exercises.

3. Hormonal

Did you know that our ligaments are extra vulnerable during menstruation? More specifically, we’re most susceptible during late phase 2 when estrogen levels are highest, progesterone levels are lowest, and ligaments are loosest.

4. Environmental

Surfaces and footwear are two major factors when it comes to injury risk. From the variability of surface quality to the inconsistency in the types of surfaces, our youth players train and play on. Not to mention footwear! Most soccer cleats are designed for grass fields with long-bladed studs which could lead to the dreaded “stick and twist” for many female athletes on artificial turf.

5. Physical

Soccer is a physical game and there’s no way to truly prevent injuries despite efforts to reduce risk. The most common ways ACL injuries happen on the field include sudden stops or decreases in speed, poor landing, direct collision, and sharp changes in direction. 

Ok, so what can female athletes do to support their bodies on the field?

1. Strength & Conditioning

Focus on female-specific exercises! Strengthen your quads. Strengthen your hamstrings even more. Teach young girls how to probably jump and land in an athletic stance from an early age. Track and understand your menstrual cycle so you can adjust your diet and training accordingly.

2. Footwear Design

Avoid soccer cleats with long bladed studs when on artificial turf and instead, seek out cleats that have shorter and conical studs, like Ida’s selection of women’s specific FG/AG cleats. Be sure to also support your arches! Whether that’s through a female-specific soccer cleat or through a custom insole.

>> Related: Why do you need women’s specific soccer cleats?

3.  Surfaces

This one is a little harder to control as a player. But as you invest more time in the game, consider investing in footwear that’s optimal for each of the most common surfaces you train and play games on. Coaches and administrators, let’s advocate for the well-being of our female athletes and push for consistent and quality practice and game fields! 

Top Tips & Resources from Dr. Karli Richards, DPM, FACFAS

1) Be strong, train strong, stay strong!

2) Practice proper proprioception (balance), strength training, and landing techniques.

• FIFA 11+ Program→ from Joseph Blatter & Jim Dvorak-FIFA chief medical officer

3) Let’s talk about our periods! This is important for training, nutrition and injury prevention.

• www.fitrwoman.com→ FitrWoman helps you track your menstrual cycle and provides personalized training and nutritional suggestions tailored to the changing hormone levels throughout your cycle.
• www.orreco.com→ Empowering athletes with the knowledge and tools to own their performance and own their data.

4) Good shoe gear and arch supports to decrease pronation of the foot

Shop Ida's Women's Specific Cleats → footwear featuring a female-specific outsole, removable insoles, more arch support, and custom stud configuration!

5) Consistent training surfaces and appropriate shoes for those surfaces

• Let’s educate our administrators and coaches to accommodate consistent training surfaces and encourage optimal traction among players as much as possible!

We say this a lot, but we can never fully prevent injuries from happening in soccer, but we can take steps to reduce the risk. From blisters and black toenails to high ankle sprains and ACL tears (4-8x more likely than men!), doing nothing is not an option. 

At Ida Sports, we’re committed to supporting female athletes through footwear that's more comfortable and designed for their unique biomechanics. If your cleats have always hurt or you’re looking to invest in your feet, check out our range of FG/AG cleats and indoor futsal shoes.

Missed the webinar? There were unfortunately some minor internet issues this time around so our event recording was interrupted. But join our mailing list and follow us on Instagram to stay in the loop on future #AskIda events. We may even host Dr. Richards again since it was such a popular discussion! 

How do soccer players, coaches, and teams prep for game day? 

We dial in our touch in training. 

We discuss our tactical approach to the opposition. 

And yes, we discuss the field we'll be playing on. 

From grass to turf, field types can have a huge impact on not just your technical and tactical approach to the game, but also your comfort and safety. The type of surface you’re playing on, and the condition it’s in, can increase the risk of injury among female athletes.

Most players can’t realistically expect to play and train on a pristine grass field every time they step on the field… and this is especially true in high school and college soccer where field types are so variable from school to school.

So what do we know about the various field types? And how can we ensure that we are wearing the best footwear for each surface? Keep reading! 

MAIN FIELD TYPES

Natural Grass – Dry vs. Wet

There’s a lot of tech that goes into professional grade (or even top fields in college soccer) grass fields, but for most female athletes, your biggest thing to keep in mind is what condition the grass field is most often in.

Do you live in an area that gets a lot of rain and mud like the Pacific Northwest or the United Kingdom? A Firm Ground cleat should serve your needs, but if you find yourself slipping, you might also consider a Soft Ground boot for a little more grip in muddy conditions.

If you live in a dry area like Southern California, Texas, or Australia, a Firm Ground cleat is definitely preferred for those dry grass fields.

Live somewhere in between and play the occasional rainy game? Most players utilize an FG cleat instead of an SG cleat, unless they’re playing regularly in those reallyyyy muddy conditions. 

>> Related: Shop Ida’s FG/AG soccer cleats

Artificial Grass / Turf – 2G vs. 3G

The technology around artificial turf fields (or “turfaces” as we like to call them) is evolving every year, but the two most common types to be aware of are 2G and 3G. And to make things a little more confusing, stores often refer to any shoes made for turf or “artificial grass” as simply AG.

Second-generation turf (2G) is more carpet-like than third-generation (3G) which is often identified by the tiny black rubber pellets that you’re cleaning out of your shoes, car, and house every day. 

If you primarily play on older 2G turf fields, you should consider turf shoes that have shorter rubber studs in greater concentration. This, along with the added midsole cushioning in these types of shoes, will help support your pressure loads on a slightly harder turf surface. 

If you primarily play on newer 3G turf fields, a surface that’s become the norm both for outdoor and indoor soccer, the choice in footwear is really yours. Many players comfortably play on 3G surfaces wearing 2G turf shoes, 3G turf shoes, and Firm Ground cleats. 

The main thing to consider when selecting cleats for a 3G surface is minimizing rotational traction so you don’t have one of those terrible stick-and-twist injuries (let’s take care of our ACLs and ankles). You should look to avoid cleats with long-bladed studs and instead seek out soccer cleats or turf shoes that have shorter and more conical studs.

Court

Court shoes may be worn anywhere from indoor basketball to outdoor pavement courts. When considering a court shoe for futsal, indoor soccer, or street soccer, you should be mindful of a rubber sole that provides grip, but not too much grip. The Spiritsole was designed with traction on the futsal court in mind, allowing players to make quick 180 turns on the ball of the foot (check out the tread pattern under the ball of the foot!). 

MATCHING FIELD TYPES & TRACTION

Some of the primary factors that contribute to major injury in female athletes are unsupportive footwear and variable surfaces. It is of course ideal to have the right footwear for each surface type you play on, but realistically, many of us may not be able to afford to have 4 or 5 cleats in our quiver. This is why firm ground cleats have become the most utilitarian option, with turfs and court shoes being a good second pair depending on what field you end up in some of the colder climates during winter.

SO WHAT TYPE OF CLEATS ARE IDA?

Great question! Think of your Idas as an FG/AG cleat. Given the conical shape and shorter length of studs on the Ida Rise, Ida Classica, and Ida Centra, we would consider our cleats ideal for both natural grass and lush artificial turf. In a previous study, the Ida Classica’s rotational traction was found to be in line with the Nike Tiempo (AG), making it a studded cleat that stands up on both grass and turf. 

Be sure to shop Ida’s selection of women’s specific soccer cleats and indoor shoes for the most support and comfort. 

IDA Sports was co-founded in 2018 by Laura Youngson and Ben Sandhu who set out to prioritize the comfort and support of women in sport. 

In 2017, Laura embarked on an extraordinary mission, organizing a groundbreaking football match on Mt. Kilimanjaro with Equal Playing Field Initiative to spotlight gender inequalities in sports. During this eye-opening experience, Laura noticed that the women were wearing ill-fitting boots designed for men, leading to discomfort and potential injuries. Extensive research confirmed the distinct foot shape differences between men and women, igniting the determination of Laura and co-founder Ben Sandhu, a former professional cricketer. Together, they assembled a team of experts to craft the ideal women's boot. 

Read more about the IDA story

Research, research and more research. We worked with podiatrists, biomechanical researchers, players, coaches and physiotherapists to come up with a shoe that felt good. We then worked with a team of designers to make sure it also looked the part.

Read More on Sports Science

Tell 'em! We love to educate about the importance of female footwear through webinars and other shareable resources. We also have an Affiliate Program and might be in your area for a try-on.

Read More on Working with Clubs

Any open job postings will be listed on our Jobs Page. The best way to stay in the loop is to follow us on LinkedIn or subscribe to our email list below. 

If you are affiliated with a soccer club or league, or simply want to spread the word about IDA, you can join our network of Affiliates.

We love that you love IDA! You can learn more about our Brand Ambassador program here.

Please share more information via our general contact form above, or email [email protected], and they will connect you with the appropriate member of our team should it be of interest."

Supporting women is our whole reason for being! IDA was created with the goal of making you feel like you have the same choices as men when it comes to performance footwear for your sport. 

Beyond this, we run club affiliate schemes which give a percentage of profit back to your club. We also host educational webinars and show up for players via the IDA ACL Club.

We are not able to fulfill all requests for free footwear but we do occasionally work with not-for-profit organizations when we have excess stock. 

In the United States, we are proud to partner with Good Sports, a nonprofit organization. If you are a US team or club working with in-need communities serving youth ages 3-18, you can fill out their community application to receive equipment, apparel, or footwear donations.  Approved programs can request three donations a year, for two years until they need to submit a new application. Good Sports has equipment that spans more than 20 different youth sports and physical fitness activities.

If you are outside the US, please reach out via the contact form above if you feel like your organization would benefit from a connection with our brand.